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The Bible In Four Words

Hillel, the revered Talmudic figure, was once queried by a Roman concerning Judaism. The Roman asked the Rabbi to teach him Judaism while standing on one foot. Hillel told him “that which is hateful unto you, do not do unto your neighbor, that is the whole Torah; the rest is the explanation of this- goContinue reading “The Bible In Four Words”

Isaiah, On Purpose & Hope

What is your purpose? Without purpose, what is there? What is life to be? These inquiries often posed during troubling time. For some people, they often chase purpose. This is not a difficult endeavor. This is especially in the present time in which those advancing notions of purpose can keep talley via social media. BeyondContinue reading “Isaiah, On Purpose & Hope”

The AI Made Me Do It!

Bloggers can face terrible consequences touching upon controversial topics. Suicide is the one upon which I believe that received a virtual flogging from the powers that control the internet. A long time ago, I posted about an article that suggested that it was government policies that may have caused some rise in teen suicide. InContinue reading “The AI Made Me Do It!”

It’s Official, Death Has Become Life Affirming Care

While I would not consider Social Contagion a disease, the phenomena is something that certainly can cause human beings to act. In some circumstances, the actions brought on by Social Contagion can either be fatal or life altering. Thus, even the article reporting on a physically healthy 29- year- old ending her life in pursuitContinue reading “It’s Official, Death Has Become Life Affirming Care”

The Art of the Deal, Choseness & Bechukotai

Contracts can be life-changing. As such, an attorney’s deep understanding of the parties allows for them to negotiate a “win-win” deal. Thus, knowing who you are dealing with is part of the artistry of the deal. In a divorce matter, I offered a husband advice concerning the dissolution’s last controversy. It involved the division ofContinue reading “The Art of the Deal, Choseness & Bechukotai”

Isaiah On Idols

While the Decalogue provides commandments concerning idolatry, passages from Isaiah offer much insight into the workings that surrounded this practice. This post will discuss one particular portion is worthy of looking at in contemporary terms. In Isaiah 44, the Prophet Isaiah brings the following message: “All who fashion statues are empty, and the objects ofContinue reading “Isaiah On Idols”

A Critique & Review: ” Why the Bible Began: An Alternative History of Scripture and Its Origins”

Professor Jacob Wright’s book “Why The Bible Began” tackles a question as mysterious as to “Who wrote the Bible?” As most of the Hebrew Bible’s authors are unknown, the likelihood of finding extrabiblical evidence of their intent is even more challenging. Professor Wright, while taking time to explore some of the non-biblical resources, relies heavilyContinue reading “A Critique & Review: ” Why the Bible Began: An Alternative History of Scripture and Its Origins””

Life As a Game, Batter Up!

Did a Prophet’s message have the dynamics of Coaching Little League Baseball? Can a Parent’s words of encouragement to a young budding athlete can have the same effect as holy words delivered by a Prophet? To explore this notion, an observation must be made with respect to a little leaguer readying for an “at bat.”Continue reading “Life As a Game, Batter Up!”

The Conflation of Kindness and Justice?

There is danger with conflation. Some concepts meant to be separate. The fact that each concept is virtuous does not dispel this notion. While surveying the Hebrew Bible’s Prophets with a Ten Commandments’ perspective, it is apparent that the Ten Commandments- as a complete body of law- is not part of their verbiage. Rather, manyContinue reading “The Conflation of Kindness and Justice?”

Internet Search Engine, R.I.P. 2024

Without official data, it appears that 2024 is the year that the internet search engine died. An AI powered meteor have struck the web and the traditional search engine model has begun gasping for air. Likewise, villages of websites surrounding the web are now being caught up in this fall out. Search Engine Optimization appearsContinue reading “Internet Search Engine, R.I.P. 2024”