2007-07-29 04:07:31 · 16 answers · asked by ifhusain 4 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
The MOST famous name for God in the OT is called the Sacred Tetragrammaton –It is YHWH.
Yahweh was changed into Jehovah by Christians -- Mark 12:29
Harpers Bible Dictionary says that the name JEHOVAH was "the result of the translators' ignorance of the Hebrew language and customs" (1985 edition , p. 1036)
Jehovah is a mistaken name of YHWH.
The Book "World Religions From Ancient History to the Present" says : "The name Jehovah is a medieval misreading and does not occur in the Hebrew Bible" (edited by Geoffrey Parrinder, p. 386)
The Interpreters Dictionary of the Bible says the name Jehovah is "an artificial name" (vol. 2, p.817)
Asimovs Guide to the Bible says that the name Jehovah "arose by mistake" (vol 1, p. 135). The author further says : "This mistake has persisted and will probably continue to persist" (p.135)
"When it came to God's name instead of putting the proper vowel signs around it, in most cases they put other vowel signs to remind the reader that he should say "Adonai". From this came the spelling Lehouah, and eventually Jehovah ...(pg. 8 ,Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, 1984)
"The truth is , nobody knows for sure how the name of God was originally pronounced". -(page 7- Watchtower Bible and Tract Soceity, 1984.)
The name Yahweh is derived from the statement God made to Moses in Exodus 3:14. Moses asked God as to what his name was and he got the reply -- "ehyeh esher ehyeh" .
The editors of the NEW JERUSALEM BIBLE explain this as : "The Hebrew can be translated literally 'I am what I am' , which would mean that GOD did not wish to reveal his name to them" (p. 85)
"The truth is , nobody knows for sure how the name of God was pronounced" (Pg. 7 - Watchtower Bible and Tract Society)
Below is the true name of God for those who have eyes to see and ears to hear…….
Type down the word "God" in this Aramaic dictionary to find out what Jesus used to call God:
http://www.peshitta.org/lexicon/
Look at the name used here :
http://www.learnassyrian.com/aramaic/church/church.html
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2007-07-29 04:07:12 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
Besides what is governed by law Atheists are unable to use religion/doctrine as a guide to forge their personalities and daily behaviour, so they must instead rely on themselves to ascertain and develop morals to be good people.
Religious people, however, choose to rely on religion/doctrine to forge their personalities and everyday behaviour so their own opinion matters less when they ascertain and develop morals to be good people.
Therefore Atheists/Agnostics have purer morals because their morals are not tainted by peer group pressure. They just want to be good for no other apparent reason.
2007-07-29 04:06:10 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
hindu mythology
2007-07-29 04:05:08 · 2 answers · asked by Laxmi Ys 2 in Mythology & Folklore
have you ever tried to seek redemption from this world.
found it. but was unable to reach it?
you're an arm's span away from it, but it keeps rejecting you.... moving away.
what do you do next?
keep trying?
give up?
peace out.. :) ♥
flee1906
2007-07-29 04:02:15 · 4 answers · asked by flee1906 5 in Other - Society & Culture
In this time and age, since we all read the bible and contemplate on it several times in our lives, is it enough to say that God should have already destroyed the world 2x over in the last decade. Why? Because of the sin of man, the more the decade approaches the more sinister we become, oh..so you are not concern because you are that good, come on, remember the bible "those who have no sin, cast the first stone.." Maybe God is already talking to us, remember Katrina's fury, more draught, more hurrican, tsunami incident around the globe, and much more will come definitely unless we turn to God, the more we turn our backs. So it is time for God to do the appropriate move? Time of reckoning?
2007-07-29 04:01:28 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
Sorry to be so exclusive (No offense meant if you're not Christian!) it's quite a specific question though...
I've found through my Christian life that yeah - although the positives have definately outweighed the negatives (I've gained SO much through being a Christian, and would pray that I never give up), I've also lost some quite significant things (I'm mainly thinking of a time I went through a couple of years ago.) Yeah, I have maybe gained some things through it, but I lost a LOAD of confidence through the experience (although that's returning), and I'm very aware that I need to trust God more - good tips or prayers would be greatfully received.
Here's a random quote!
To be drawn to someone is to want to get to know them better. In any relationship there is risk involved – can I trust this person? As we get to know them better we make that decision but generally after having risked a small something to trust them with.
2007-07-29 04:00:49 · 13 answers · asked by Isabel 2 in Religion & Spirituality
2007-07-29 03:59:51 · 5 answers · asked by Jason J 1 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
........................ or men wrote the word of god?
2007-07-29 03:57:50 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-07-29 03:57:24 · 21 answers · asked by jay or 2 in Religion & Spirituality
i am dateing a girl but am turned on by men what do i do
2007-07-29 03:56:37 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
2007-07-29 03:56:01 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
American men go and find a bride everyday and the women there are smart and savvy and have lawyers right there and the american man promises in writing if the marriage does not work out he will support her for 5 years, Why do American men do that ? inquiring minds want to know?
2007-07-29 03:55:53 · 8 answers · asked by Gypsy Gal 6 in Other - Cultures & Groups
How come muslims dont realise burkas/najab and islam are the ultimate sexaul objectifiers of women?
Take a porn star...
She has a name, a face, a personality, is individual to other women and people in general. Has a social life, friends. Most likely spends her money on things she likes doinf. is independant. Hopefully will find boyfriends and ultimately a long term partner/husband who is likley to be in the industry due to the jealousy side to things.
Possibly may switch to couple porn. ie with hubbie.
Most likely will live her dreams and travel the world and have fun etc.
Picked thet job as the opposite .
but for most people amy see a girl as sexy, they go over to talk to her. and find out shes into gymnatics, loves rock music, does skydiving, has lots of friends and part of a surfclub.
A girl in islam simply existed to be hidden, made to marry young to be nothing more then a sex object to make babies and look after them never interacting in the world, no friends
2007-07-29 03:55:21 · 16 answers · asked by Joey 3 in Religion & Spirituality
I find that this is often misquoted (and out of context, too) usually by "name it and claim it" prosperity preachers. They tend to render it "As a man thinks in his heart, so is he" in support of the whole "positive thinking" (YOU can make it happen, brother !) teaching.
Accurately quoted and in context -
"Do not eat THE BREAD OF A MISER, nor desire his delicacies; FOR AS HE THINKS IN HIS HEART, SO IS HE. 'Eat and drink !' he says to you, but his heart is not with you. The morsel you have eaten, you will vomit up. And waste your pleasant words." Proverbs 23:6 - 8 (caps for emphasis).
Does this REALLY support the "confess it & possess it" group's teaching on the power of positive thought ?
Do you have any thoughts on this, and any examples of other often misquoted and misapplied Bible verses ? 10 points for the best (or should I say, WORST one).
May God bless you.
2007-07-29 03:54:14 · 17 answers · asked by Carlito 3 in Religion & Spirituality
AWSOME. I have never seen anythink like that before. At my sisters church a girl told me that see saw it too, and another chrisitan girl I just got an e-mail from said she saw it too. It was about 2am in the moring I noticed it. It was awsome. Jesus did say in the last days which we live that we will see signs in the Heavens moon and the stars. I saw a sign in the moon last night, did you all notice it too. You really could not miss it if you saw the moon. It was spectacular. A large perfect circel surrounded the moon that was bright that was very large. It was very pitch black in the inside of the circle but onthe out side ot was bright hey? Awsome.
2007-07-29 03:53:40 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
She said that we loved the stuff.
2007-07-29 03:53:28 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens
for example,you happen to find that there's a famous buddhist temple nearby,will you go and visit it?or simply ignore its existence?
2007-07-29 03:53:26 · 7 answers · asked by Jason N 2 in Religion & Spirituality
and then come home to continue hurting all she can as if being touched was gone and forgotten or never existed to start with. i think she's a pro at hiding the devil as she sees fit.
2007-07-29 03:53:19 · 15 answers · asked by Babybear 6 in Religion & Spirituality
2007-07-29 03:52:45 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
According to the Holy Bible, Jesus celebrated Passover with His disciples by eating the traditional evening meal called Seder. This happened on the 14th of the first month of the religious calendar. After the meal, they went to the Garden of Gethsemane. Here, Jesus was arrested, then taken to Annas, to Caiaphas, and in the morning, to Pontius Pilate.
The 14th is Preparation Day for the high day on the 15th which is the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. If Jesus was crucified on the 14th and was in the tomb for three days and three nights, He must have resurrected on the 18th. Add 40 days, He must have ascended to Heaven on the 43rd day from crucifixion. But Pentecost is 50 days from Passover. The disciples therefore waited for 7 days for the coming of the Holy Spirit. Is that logical?
2007-07-29 03:51:27 · 11 answers · asked by Peace Crusader 5 in Religion & Spirituality
I am currently married to a man, but went through alot of emotions with her and would like to remain friends. I know its confusing, but help me out yall!!
2007-07-29 03:50:36 · 8 answers · asked by inquiringmindswannaknow 1 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
2007-07-29 03:49:11 · 14 answers · asked by gasp 4 in Religion & Spirituality
Research shows that a majority of atheists who value good morals and ethics were raised in Christian households. Is this finding fact or fiction? Please, explain.
2007-07-29 03:46:22 · 23 answers · asked by cave man 6 in Religion & Spirituality
Will he become barking mad?? I cant keep him away from trees. Situation critical....
2007-07-29 03:41:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette
has it ended? cause i havent really seen anything about it this morning but last night there were pages of vile temptress dreams lol. is it just too early? i hope it didnt end. i enjoyed the vile tempting i experienced
2007-07-29 03:40:58 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
Flower power! Taking care of the plant and do thinks to help it. Now those who do not follow the Pagan way is now trying to be pagan and live green.
2007-07-29 03:37:28 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
Why should I not become a mass murderer? If it makes me happy, if I feel good doing it, and especially since there's no consequences for my actions beyond this lifetime, why shouldn't I just go out and slaughter whoever I want, whenever I want, as often as I want? Furthermore, what if I only murder people who are impacting the world in a very negative way, so that I leave the world a better place than when I got here, and a better, safer place to live for future generations? I ask this question seriously, and would appreciate serious responses only. This question is asked in light of the very respectful answers I got to my questions yesterday.
2007-07-29 03:36:38 · 29 answers · asked by Steve 5 in Religion & Spirituality
Politics,Cultures,etc.,etc.,Whyso some people argue with you or give opinions on things they know zip about?Doesn't that drive you crazy?
2007-07-29 03:36:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture
It saddens me. Boise is getting married: the happiest day in his life. Vick is facing court: a tough day when he'll need support and encouragement. Boise got threats 'cos he's marrying a white girl. Anti-Vick protesters calling for his blood were mainly white. Pro-Vick supporters calling for respect for due process were mainly black. Why does eveything have to be about race? Why can't we just get along? Why the hate?
2007-07-29 03:36:10 · 4 answers · asked by spokehold 2 in Other - Society & Culture
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