Society & Culture - 19 October 2006

In the 12th Chapter of Judges Jephtha is portrayed as making a vow to God to present as a "burnt offering" the first thing that comes out of his house to greet him if God will let him defeat the Ammonites. As anyone who's read the story knows, his daughter rushes out to greet him, and gamely submits to the terms of her father's vow. Now I see this story as one of the Bible's many brilliant allegories rather than as an actual historical account--Jephtha was probably a real person, and he probably had a daughter, but the story implying his sacrifice of his daughter in fulfillment of a vow is probably meant to make some larger point rather than being an account of something that really happened. On the other hand, if the story is historical, the question of her fate is left to the imagination. Any fresh interpretation of the story gets 10 points.

2006-10-19 04:42:34 · 10 answers · asked by nacmanpriscasellers 4 in Religion & Spirituality

weekend? Also, Alquida has warned of another big attack. So, even if the threats are just hot air, please agree with me in prayer this weekend and continually, God's divine protection & direction for our state / nations leaders.

2006-10-19 04:42:21 · 16 answers · asked by t_a_m_i_l 6 in Religion & Spirituality

You can say idol GODs, other men(like the pharoahs, krishna, vishnu, zues, athena, etc), stars, the sun, moon, etc.. But what did abraham(pbuh) worship as GOD? Same as for his progeny. What did noah(pbuh) worship? What did enoch(pbuh) worship? Who is the GOD of adam(pbuh)?

2006-10-19 04:40:58 · 28 answers · asked by Mitchell B 4 in Religion & Spirituality

why are they so ready to backstabb anyone?

2006-10-19 04:40:12 · 7 answers · asked by QUEEN K 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2006-10-19 04:39:18 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

Are there sins he just will not forgive?

2006-10-19 04:38:18 · 27 answers · asked by Whatever 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-10-19 04:38:12 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Matthew 6:16
"When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show men they are fasting. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full.

2006-10-19 04:37:45 · 9 answers · asked by Ken 2 in Religion & Spirituality

My sister is moving to Florida w/ her child. They have come upon hard times & I Mom lives in Tampa,Fl & is willing to take her in, but they'd have to sleepinher livingroom until she finds work & gets a place. She really doesn't have much of value to take with her yet she insists on lugging her tvs, kitchen table, chairs, microwave, etc with her--but she's BROKE & has nowhere to put it. I tried to convince her that these items are non essential & is better off packing most of thier clothes & just start all over. She stresses that she doesnt want to have to rebuy things she already has. She's nervous & maybe it's a sentimental thing shes hanging onto-but it makes no sense to hold on to those things. its a new life & i think she should just start w/ a clean slate. She driving her old car down there-i say, pack it up and keep it moving. She wants to hussle up some $ to get a self haul truck that will be expensive to move crap she just doesnt need. what can i do to help her wake up?

2006-10-19 04:36:53 · 5 answers · asked by vicky m 1 in Community Service

I'm feeling in a Christmassy mood! so what's your favourite christmas film?
There are sooo many to choose from, so write a few if you want!

2006-10-19 04:36:53 · 34 answers · asked by RLJ 5 in Christmas

if the average human life expectancy is lets say 75 for both male and female......how many people does the average person meet in their lifetime?...is there a statistic for this?....i know there is one for how many steps a person takes but what about people met?...would it depend on demographics, work class/field?

2006-10-19 04:36:42 · 2 answers · asked by cookiesmom 7 in Other - Society & Culture

how many levels are there and does it mean that if i die and go to a lower level than you that you are or were better than me? does god judge who gets to be better than the other in your heaven? and what things get you to the higher levels?

2006-10-19 04:36:39 · 4 answers · asked by lpxerounderground 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Native Indians were forced in to goverment boarding houses to strip them of their Native American way..they could not speak their language..or use their Indian names...They were forced to Assimilate and blend in with the majoity of the white population...

What are your thoughts on this...
If their are any Native Indians present what do u think and did u have any ancestors that was apart of this process...
Do you think this was right ...to take their land...could it have been handled differently....please be respectful of other opinions

2006-10-19 04:36:29 · 2 answers · asked by coopchic 5 in Other - Society & Culture

Proverbs 12:15
The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice.

Proverbs 19:20
Listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end you will be wise.

Proverbs 1:7
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.

2006-10-19 04:36:22 · 6 answers · asked by Ken 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I have been a Christian for quite some time and for quite some time I have had a problem. I pray very hard for my parents and other family members who are not saved yet, asking God that they would find salvation. However, in order for that to happen, I understand that I have to do my part. But everytime God asks me to do something, I get scared and whiney saying that I can't do what he asks of me. Even simple things, like talking to my parents, gets me down. I have prayed about this, but nothing has seemed to change yet. Does anyone have any comments that may help? Everytime he asks me to do something I end up falling away, realizing that I can't do anything without Him, asking for forgiveness, and trying again. Please Help!!

2006-10-19 04:34:34 · 14 answers · asked by followmyleader1 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I mean, surely it would benefit certain members of society to have theit tattoos removed, say if someone has tattoos on his hands or face and is finding it hard to gain employment as a result. But the prices seem to run into thousands of pounds, even to remove a small one, making it impossible for most people to get their tattoos removed. Why is laser surgery so expensive?

2006-10-19 04:33:47 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

2006-10-19 04:33:13 · 16 answers · asked by manish1327 1 in Etiquette

What do people from other countries think about Americans? Do people from other countries understand the geographical division of cultures in America? Thanks!!

2006-10-19 04:32:10 · 3 answers · asked by Brutally Honest 3 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-10-19 04:31:44 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

hi i was atheist for 4 years from ages 15 through 18 i got saved when i was 18. i 36 now . i tell you nay but except ye repent ye shall all likewise perish luke 13;3
for whosever shall call upon the name of the lord shallbe saved romans 10;13, romans 3;23 for all have sinned come short of the glory of god. turn to jesus today jesus died for our sins on the cross 1 john 1;7 and the blood jesus christ is son cleanseth us from all sinned . if you dont get saved you will burn in hell . hell willbe a pace of fire brimstone place of no rest no friends no love no water no body u can see . you be burning forever repent of your sins today . revelation 20;15 and whosever was not found written in the book of life ws cast into the lake of fire, mark 9;48 where their worm dieth not and the fire is not quenched.
satan hates you wants you to burn in hell.
turn to jesus call on jesus tell him you are a sinner want to be saved. my name is rodney bye folks

2006-10-19 04:31:17 · 13 answers · asked by Rodney C 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Matthew 5:10-11

Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.
Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house.
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

2006-10-19 04:31:09 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Does it always seem the closer you try and get to Jesus your flesh seems to always pull you the other direction. Have you ever wondered if anyone in the bible has had the same problem? Well Paul did. Even King David did, but I can identify with paul more on the flesh. Read Romans 7:15-24. Paul understood that in the flesh he was losing but if he let the Holy Spirit fight that battle he could win. We can't overcome our flesh but God can.

2006-10-19 04:30:41 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-10-19 04:30:37 · 2 answers · asked by SuperSoldierGIJOE 3 in Other - Society & Culture

Why do non smokers preach about breathing in smoke but drive cars?

2006-10-19 04:30:00 · 30 answers · asked by Jay 3 in Etiquette

games this weekend?

2006-10-19 04:29:42 · 11 answers · asked by t_a_m_i_l 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Each other ???
serious answers please from each of you

2006-10-19 04:28:04 · 15 answers · asked by proscunio 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-10-19 04:27:10 · 6 answers · asked by Ms. Angelface 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups

I have many questions about islam, entirely too many to ask on the yahoo website...i've been doing a lot of research but there are just some questions i have that books and the internet can not answer, and i don't know of any practicing muslims (my family and friends are of the Christian faith). Of late i've been contemplating converting but because of my Christian upbringing and most of the people i am around im alone as far as gaining wisdom...the only place of worship that I am aware of here is a NOI (nation of islam) place of worship and im not interested in the particular sect. If someone could help i would really appreciate it.

2006-10-19 04:23:11 · 16 answers · asked by tythegemini 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Mav been singing Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra songs all day. Mav has songs bouncing around its head.
Mav wonder if Mav crazy.

2006-10-19 04:21:17 · 12 answers · asked by Mav here! 4 in Religion & Spirituality

my question: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20061019081217AAYaIAx&r=w

I think it was the MOST responsible answer. SO LEARN FROM IT:
I think we are responsible for our sins and we don't deserve a second chance.

2006-10-19 04:21:03 · 17 answers · asked by ? 3 in Religion & Spirituality