I want to borrow this from a friend of mine named Mirtha,
Many believe that the lake of fire and brimstone is hell.
The word "fire" is from the Greek PUR. This is typically translated as
"fire, fiery, or lightening". The word indicates a display of light and is a symbol of enlightenment.
"Burn" is from KAIO which means to set on fire or to consume.
"Brimstone" comes from THEION which is the neutral form of THEIOS which in turn comes from THEOS. THEIOS is interpreted as "Godlike" or "divine", and THEOS is "God.
The Bible reads today nothing like it was in the original languages. IMO the meaning hidden in the words of the Bible are very esoteric and meaningful but not many take the time to explore and understand the symbolism and depth involved. Passion? Motivation? Divine Godlike enlightenment?
So, what does this mean?
2006-10-01
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