The document provides an overview of the judges in the Book of Judges. It discusses key figures like Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson. For each judge, it summarizes their story and highlights weaknesses or issues that arose during their leadership. It concludes that the decentralized leadership of the judges period was not enough to secure the land for Israel or produce a holy nation, setting up the transition to kingship discussed in Samuel and Kings.
A Religious Response to the Political and Ethno-Religious Disintegrations in ...QUESTJOURNAL
ABSTRACT: Disagreement and emergence of factions in the Nigerian political and ethnic milieus have become a ceaseless occurrence. This has accelerated to the point that the shout of “to your tents o Israel!” has become resonant in Nigeria, as often as we can conceive it. Quite uninterestingly, this incessant yearning for separatism punches African communality thereby perforating unity in larger scales and forming a smaller scale convergence of some persons aimed usually at disabling their mother group. It is apt to note that some factors can ignite the longing for disintegration. As the manifesto of administrative highhandedness by Rehoboam (Between 930-870 BC) was the cause of Israel’s disintegration, hence the shout “to your tent O Israel”, in Nigeria, marginalization and religious chauvinism are among the key causes of disintegration.This write-up suggests that constant malicious disintegration weakens the strengths of the country. It then surmises that a redress has to be made, in such a way that every action of a Nigerian should be guided by the belief in African communality and above all, by the belief in our common sonship in the family of God and as descendants of Abraham of faith. Thus, our shared heritage in Abraham herein, serves as deterrence to disintegration, since in the Nigerian context; the root of every ethno-political uprising seems to have a religious undertone (albeit, geographical partitioning of Nigeria by the colonialists is also the cause of these problems). It does not claim to be all exhaustive in its dealing with the topic. Its method will be analytical and hermeneutical.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
Ahaziah, the wicked king of Israel, fell through a lattice in his upper room and injured himself. Seeking guidance, he sent messengers to consult Baal-zebub rather than God. Commentators note that Ahaziah's fall and choice to consult a pagan god showed his spiritual blindness and rebellion against God, which ultimately led to his early death as divine judgment.
The document provides context and summaries for several stories from the book of Judges in the Bible. It discusses the stories of Deborah, Gideon, Jael, Samson, and Ruth in relation to themes of the great controversy between God and Satan. Key points made include:
- Deborah inspires confidence as a judge of Israel during a time of oppression. God uses Jael to defeat the enemy leader Sisera despite impossible odds.
- Gideon doubts himself but is chosen by God to deliver Israel from the Midianites. Through signs of assurance, Gideon gains confidence in God's presence with him.
- Samson's life starts with a divine purpose but he dis
The document provides an overview of the Book of Judges in the Bible. It discusses the structure, main characters like Deborah, Gideon and Samson, themes of sinning and repentance, and God delivering the Israelites from their enemies. It also analyzes the nature of leadership depicted in the Book of Judges, how the leaders were more military figures than ideal rulers, and how this led Israel to need a king for stable central governance.
God uses people throughout history in the cosmic conflict between good and evil. The document summarizes several stories from the book of Judges in the Bible that illustrate this. In the story of Gideon, God calls him to liberate Israel from their enemies and uses his humility and modesty to achieve victory. In the story of Samson, God uses his weaknesses and sins against the Philistines to deliver Israel from them. The document also briefly summarizes stories of Deborah, Barak, Jael, Ruth, and Samuel that show individuals both furthering good and bringing wickedness based on their choices in this cosmic conflict.
This is a collection of writings dealing with the Holy Spirit moving Saul to anger. It is usually a bad thing, but there is a good side to anger when motivated by the Spirit.
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 4 dealing with the woman leader of Israel-Deborah who led them to victory, and Jael the female who killed a great enemy of Israel.
A Biblico-Theological Approach to Hosea 1:2-9 and 3:1-5 on the Judgment and M...inventionjournals
Hosea, the prophet of God, was instructed by God to symbolically prophesy to the erring people of Israel on the impending devastation awaiting them, if they did not return to him (God). The stages of this prophecy are aptly represented in the marriage of Hosea to an adulterous woman, Gomer. Thus, God, represented by Hosea, had a covenant with Israel but the latter left him for other gods, entrusting their care and protection into the hands of other nations. Enraged by this, God prophesied through Hosea, the punishment meant for Israel for her intransigence and also his mercy on them, if they returned to him. God’s judgment is not exclusive of his mercy. The above stated prophecy of Hosea to Israel is, in this write-up, situated in the Nigerian context especially, in the Nigerian tribal issues which are dragging the progress of the country to the mud. Thus, recognizing the method of analogia limpit,1 this write-up tries to represent the Hosea-Gomer event in Nigeria-tribes event and happenstances wherein Nigeria marries the three major tribes in dispute, whose ideological reconciliation with Nigeria (or the spirit of mother Africa) would earn the country a greater favour from God than the present malediction ravaging it.
A Religious Response to the Political and Ethno-Religious Disintegrations in ...QUESTJOURNAL
ABSTRACT: Disagreement and emergence of factions in the Nigerian political and ethnic milieus have become a ceaseless occurrence. This has accelerated to the point that the shout of “to your tents o Israel!” has become resonant in Nigeria, as often as we can conceive it. Quite uninterestingly, this incessant yearning for separatism punches African communality thereby perforating unity in larger scales and forming a smaller scale convergence of some persons aimed usually at disabling their mother group. It is apt to note that some factors can ignite the longing for disintegration. As the manifesto of administrative highhandedness by Rehoboam (Between 930-870 BC) was the cause of Israel’s disintegration, hence the shout “to your tent O Israel”, in Nigeria, marginalization and religious chauvinism are among the key causes of disintegration.This write-up suggests that constant malicious disintegration weakens the strengths of the country. It then surmises that a redress has to be made, in such a way that every action of a Nigerian should be guided by the belief in African communality and above all, by the belief in our common sonship in the family of God and as descendants of Abraham of faith. Thus, our shared heritage in Abraham herein, serves as deterrence to disintegration, since in the Nigerian context; the root of every ethno-political uprising seems to have a religious undertone (albeit, geographical partitioning of Nigeria by the colonialists is also the cause of these problems). It does not claim to be all exhaustive in its dealing with the topic. Its method will be analytical and hermeneutical.
This summary provides the key details from the document in 3 sentences:
Ahaziah, the wicked king of Israel, fell through a lattice in his upper room and injured himself. Seeking guidance, he sent messengers to consult Baal-zebub rather than God. Commentators note that Ahaziah's fall and choice to consult a pagan god showed his spiritual blindness and rebellion against God, which ultimately led to his early death as divine judgment.
The document provides context and summaries for several stories from the book of Judges in the Bible. It discusses the stories of Deborah, Gideon, Jael, Samson, and Ruth in relation to themes of the great controversy between God and Satan. Key points made include:
- Deborah inspires confidence as a judge of Israel during a time of oppression. God uses Jael to defeat the enemy leader Sisera despite impossible odds.
- Gideon doubts himself but is chosen by God to deliver Israel from the Midianites. Through signs of assurance, Gideon gains confidence in God's presence with him.
- Samson's life starts with a divine purpose but he dis
The document provides an overview of the Book of Judges in the Bible. It discusses the structure, main characters like Deborah, Gideon and Samson, themes of sinning and repentance, and God delivering the Israelites from their enemies. It also analyzes the nature of leadership depicted in the Book of Judges, how the leaders were more military figures than ideal rulers, and how this led Israel to need a king for stable central governance.
God uses people throughout history in the cosmic conflict between good and evil. The document summarizes several stories from the book of Judges in the Bible that illustrate this. In the story of Gideon, God calls him to liberate Israel from their enemies and uses his humility and modesty to achieve victory. In the story of Samson, God uses his weaknesses and sins against the Philistines to deliver Israel from them. The document also briefly summarizes stories of Deborah, Barak, Jael, Ruth, and Samuel that show individuals both furthering good and bringing wickedness based on their choices in this cosmic conflict.
This is a collection of writings dealing with the Holy Spirit moving Saul to anger. It is usually a bad thing, but there is a good side to anger when motivated by the Spirit.
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 4 dealing with the woman leader of Israel-Deborah who led them to victory, and Jael the female who killed a great enemy of Israel.
A Biblico-Theological Approach to Hosea 1:2-9 and 3:1-5 on the Judgment and M...inventionjournals
Hosea, the prophet of God, was instructed by God to symbolically prophesy to the erring people of Israel on the impending devastation awaiting them, if they did not return to him (God). The stages of this prophecy are aptly represented in the marriage of Hosea to an adulterous woman, Gomer. Thus, God, represented by Hosea, had a covenant with Israel but the latter left him for other gods, entrusting their care and protection into the hands of other nations. Enraged by this, God prophesied through Hosea, the punishment meant for Israel for her intransigence and also his mercy on them, if they returned to him. God’s judgment is not exclusive of his mercy. The above stated prophecy of Hosea to Israel is, in this write-up, situated in the Nigerian context especially, in the Nigerian tribal issues which are dragging the progress of the country to the mud. Thus, recognizing the method of analogia limpit,1 this write-up tries to represent the Hosea-Gomer event in Nigeria-tribes event and happenstances wherein Nigeria marries the three major tribes in dispute, whose ideological reconciliation with Nigeria (or the spirit of mother Africa) would earn the country a greater favour from God than the present malediction ravaging it.
The document provides commentary from multiple scholars on Ezekiel 19, which contains a lament over the fallen princes of Israel. It describes how the nation of Israel is likened to a lioness who raised her cubs among other lions, causing them to take on rapacious behaviors. Two kings, Jehoahaz and Jehoiachin, are singled out as examples who were captured by foreign nations as punishment for adopting pagan ways. The commentary analyzes the symbolism and historical context behind the lament. Calvin notes the lament was meant to show the Israelites deserved their suffering, rather than blindly complaining, and to encourage self-reflection on why God was hostile towards them.
This document provides summaries of 12 inspirational leaders from the Bible:
Noah obeyed God's command to build an ark even though he was alone in his faith. Abraham embraced the unknown when God called him to leave his home. Joseph endured difficult circumstances with a vision that sustained him. Moses courageously stood up for the Israelites facing slavery. Joshua led by example rather than command. Samuel honestly admonished people when they did wrong. David faced the giant Goliath without fear. Isaiah rose to the occasion when called to be a prophet. Daniel maintained his resolve without regard for consequences. John the Baptist called out dishonesty without fear. Peter recovered from his failure to deny Jesus. Paul was passionately driven by
The document provides an overview of the Minor Prophets books in the Bible. It discusses who the prophets were, why they were labeled "minor," and the repeated themes in their messages. These themes included warnings of judgment due to sin, descriptions of the sins, descriptions of coming judgment, calls for repentance, and promises of future restoration and salvation."
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 10 dealing with a couple of leaders of Israel in times of God's disappointment in the failure of his people to avoid idolatry.
The document discusses the judges of Israel and the cycle of sin the Israelites repeatedly fell into. It then introduces Jesus Christ as the final judge who broke this cycle of sin by sacrificing his life to save humanity from sin and give eternal life. The judges of Israel delivered the people from their enemies but Jesus delivered them from sin itself.
The document provides an overview of the prophet Jeremiah and the book of Lamentations. It discusses Jeremiah's ministry as a prophet to Judah before and after the fall of Jerusalem. Key points include Jeremiah beginning his ministry before Judah's fall, prophesying judgment for their sins, and providing hope for future restoration. It also summarizes the structure, themes, and purpose of Lamentations, which expresses sorrow over Jerusalem's destruction through a series of poems. The document examines lessons that can be learned from Jeremiah and Lamentations.
A overview on the prophetic books in the Bible as they engage with issues of stratification, poverty, wealth and injustice. A related video may be found at https://vimeo.com/236668836
Jehoshaphat succeeds his father Asa as king of Judah. He strengthens defenses against Israel by fortifying cities and placing garrisons. Jehoshaphat walks in God's ways, does not worship Baals, and seeks only the Lord. As a result, the Lord makes Jehoshaphat's kingdom strong. Jehoshaphat teaches the book of the law to the people and appoints Levites to teach in the cities of Judah. The surrounding nations are afraid of Jehoshaphat because God is with him.
This is a paper that describes the historical situation going on during the time of Jeremiah's prophesying in word, action, and his very self. Jeremiah the person is described, as well as a summary of his prophetic message and his deep sympathy with the suffering of the rejected God. There is an appendix of some images from art that depict Jeremiah.
Baruch faithfully served as the scribe and secretary to the prophet Jeremiah, writing down Jeremiah's messages from God. As scribe to Jeremiah, Baruch faced opposition from those who rejected Jeremiah's prophecies of judgment. Though promising as a royal scribe, Baruch became an exile for remaining faithful to Jeremiah and God's message. God encouraged the downhearted Baruch with a promise that wherever he went, God would let him escape with his life. Baruch provides an example of faithfully delivering God's message despite facing difficulties.
This document provides commentary on Ezekiel 23, which uses the metaphor of two adulterous sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, to represent Israel and Judah. It describes how both engaged in idolatry and turned to other nations rather than God for protection. As a result, Israel was conquered by Assyria and the northern kingdom was destroyed as a warning to others.
1) Kisah Musa berusaha melunakkan hati Allah agar tidak membinasakan bangsa Israel setelah mereka membuat patung anak lembu emas.
2) Yesus menjelaskan dirinya sebagai utusan Allah kepada pemuka agama Yahudi yang tidak percaya padanya.
3) Kisah-kisah tersebut memberikan pelajaran tentang sifat Allah dan kepentingan mengikuti teladan Yesus.
Pidato Yotam mengkritik ambisi Abimelekh menjadi raja meskipun tidak berhak. Ia memberi perumpamaan pohon-pohon yang meminta semak duri menjadi raja karena tidak berguna. Perumpamaan ini menunjuk Abimelekh yang arogan walaupun tidak memiliki kualifikasi. Yesus mengajarkan tentang kemurahan Allah yang melebihi logika manusia melalui perumpamaan pekerja kebun anggur.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang kitab Deuterokanonika dan injil Matius. Kitab Deuterokanonika menjelaskan tentang Allah sebagai pencipta dan pemelihara yang adil dan berbelas kasih, sedangkan injil Matius menjelaskan perumpamaan Yesus tentang lalang dan gandum yang membedakan manusia yang bermanfaat dari yang tidak.
Dokumen ini berisi renungan rohani untuk awal tahun 2022 tentang Hari Raya Santa Maria Bunda Allah pada 1 Januari. Dibahas tentang makna dan sejarah perayaan hari raya ini serta pelajaran dari kisah kunjungan gembala kepada Yesus, Maria, dan Yusuf yang mengajak untuk bersyukur dalam hal-hal kecil dan memohon kedamaian.
Teks tersebut membahas tentang arti menjadi orang Kristen sejati menurut Paulus dalam suratnya kepada jemaat di Galatia dan pesan Yesus tentang tanda-tanda. Inti pesannya adalah bahwa menjadi orang Kristen yang sejati berarti merdeka dari hukum-hukum Yahudi dan memiliki iman yang kuat tanpa terus meminta tanda-tanda, karena kehidupan dan ajaran Yesus sudah cukup menjadi tanda.
The document provides commentary from multiple scholars on Ezekiel 19, which contains a lament over the fallen princes of Israel. It describes how the nation of Israel is likened to a lioness who raised her cubs among other lions, causing them to take on rapacious behaviors. Two kings, Jehoahaz and Jehoiachin, are singled out as examples who were captured by foreign nations as punishment for adopting pagan ways. The commentary analyzes the symbolism and historical context behind the lament. Calvin notes the lament was meant to show the Israelites deserved their suffering, rather than blindly complaining, and to encourage self-reflection on why God was hostile towards them.
This document provides summaries of 12 inspirational leaders from the Bible:
Noah obeyed God's command to build an ark even though he was alone in his faith. Abraham embraced the unknown when God called him to leave his home. Joseph endured difficult circumstances with a vision that sustained him. Moses courageously stood up for the Israelites facing slavery. Joshua led by example rather than command. Samuel honestly admonished people when they did wrong. David faced the giant Goliath without fear. Isaiah rose to the occasion when called to be a prophet. Daniel maintained his resolve without regard for consequences. John the Baptist called out dishonesty without fear. Peter recovered from his failure to deny Jesus. Paul was passionately driven by
The document provides an overview of the Minor Prophets books in the Bible. It discusses who the prophets were, why they were labeled "minor," and the repeated themes in their messages. These themes included warnings of judgment due to sin, descriptions of the sins, descriptions of coming judgment, calls for repentance, and promises of future restoration and salvation."
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 10 dealing with a couple of leaders of Israel in times of God's disappointment in the failure of his people to avoid idolatry.
The document discusses the judges of Israel and the cycle of sin the Israelites repeatedly fell into. It then introduces Jesus Christ as the final judge who broke this cycle of sin by sacrificing his life to save humanity from sin and give eternal life. The judges of Israel delivered the people from their enemies but Jesus delivered them from sin itself.
The document provides an overview of the prophet Jeremiah and the book of Lamentations. It discusses Jeremiah's ministry as a prophet to Judah before and after the fall of Jerusalem. Key points include Jeremiah beginning his ministry before Judah's fall, prophesying judgment for their sins, and providing hope for future restoration. It also summarizes the structure, themes, and purpose of Lamentations, which expresses sorrow over Jerusalem's destruction through a series of poems. The document examines lessons that can be learned from Jeremiah and Lamentations.
A overview on the prophetic books in the Bible as they engage with issues of stratification, poverty, wealth and injustice. A related video may be found at https://vimeo.com/236668836
Jehoshaphat succeeds his father Asa as king of Judah. He strengthens defenses against Israel by fortifying cities and placing garrisons. Jehoshaphat walks in God's ways, does not worship Baals, and seeks only the Lord. As a result, the Lord makes Jehoshaphat's kingdom strong. Jehoshaphat teaches the book of the law to the people and appoints Levites to teach in the cities of Judah. The surrounding nations are afraid of Jehoshaphat because God is with him.
This is a paper that describes the historical situation going on during the time of Jeremiah's prophesying in word, action, and his very self. Jeremiah the person is described, as well as a summary of his prophetic message and his deep sympathy with the suffering of the rejected God. There is an appendix of some images from art that depict Jeremiah.
Baruch faithfully served as the scribe and secretary to the prophet Jeremiah, writing down Jeremiah's messages from God. As scribe to Jeremiah, Baruch faced opposition from those who rejected Jeremiah's prophecies of judgment. Though promising as a royal scribe, Baruch became an exile for remaining faithful to Jeremiah and God's message. God encouraged the downhearted Baruch with a promise that wherever he went, God would let him escape with his life. Baruch provides an example of faithfully delivering God's message despite facing difficulties.
This document provides commentary on Ezekiel 23, which uses the metaphor of two adulterous sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, to represent Israel and Judah. It describes how both engaged in idolatry and turned to other nations rather than God for protection. As a result, Israel was conquered by Assyria and the northern kingdom was destroyed as a warning to others.
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1) Kisah Musa berusaha melunakkan hati Allah agar tidak membinasakan bangsa Israel setelah mereka membuat patung anak lembu emas.
2) Yesus menjelaskan dirinya sebagai utusan Allah kepada pemuka agama Yahudi yang tidak percaya padanya.
3) Kisah-kisah tersebut memberikan pelajaran tentang sifat Allah dan kepentingan mengikuti teladan Yesus.
Pidato Yotam mengkritik ambisi Abimelekh menjadi raja meskipun tidak berhak. Ia memberi perumpamaan pohon-pohon yang meminta semak duri menjadi raja karena tidak berguna. Perumpamaan ini menunjuk Abimelekh yang arogan walaupun tidak memiliki kualifikasi. Yesus mengajarkan tentang kemurahan Allah yang melebihi logika manusia melalui perumpamaan pekerja kebun anggur.
Dokumen tersebut membahas tentang kitab Deuterokanonika dan injil Matius. Kitab Deuterokanonika menjelaskan tentang Allah sebagai pencipta dan pemelihara yang adil dan berbelas kasih, sedangkan injil Matius menjelaskan perumpamaan Yesus tentang lalang dan gandum yang membedakan manusia yang bermanfaat dari yang tidak.
Dokumen ini berisi renungan rohani untuk awal tahun 2022 tentang Hari Raya Santa Maria Bunda Allah pada 1 Januari. Dibahas tentang makna dan sejarah perayaan hari raya ini serta pelajaran dari kisah kunjungan gembala kepada Yesus, Maria, dan Yusuf yang mengajak untuk bersyukur dalam hal-hal kecil dan memohon kedamaian.
Teks tersebut membahas tentang arti menjadi orang Kristen sejati menurut Paulus dalam suratnya kepada jemaat di Galatia dan pesan Yesus tentang tanda-tanda. Inti pesannya adalah bahwa menjadi orang Kristen yang sejati berarti merdeka dari hukum-hukum Yahudi dan memiliki iman yang kuat tanpa terus meminta tanda-tanda, karena kehidupan dan ajaran Yesus sudah cukup menjadi tanda.
Ringkasan dari dokumen tersebut adalah:
(1) Surat Paulus kepada Filemon membahas persahabatan dan bagaimana memperlakukan sesama atau orang yang membantu kita, terutama tentang Onesimus, budak Filemon yang melarikan diri dan bertemu Paulus.
(2) Yesus mengajarkan bahwa Kerajaan Allah sudah ada di tengah-tengah kita dalam arti spiritual, bukan sesuatu yang akan datang di masa depan, dan kita dia
Teks tersebut membahas tentang berhala dan pondasi keimanan yang kuat. Secara singkat, teks tersebut mengingatkan agar tidak mengikuti guru-guru palsu dan menjauhi penyembahan berhala modern. Pondasi keimanan yang kuat pada ajaran Yesus dapat membantu menghadapi cobaan hidup.
Teks tersebut membahas pentingnya pengorbanan diri sesuai ajaran Yesus dan Santo Laurentius. Pengorbanan diri dapat membawa kemajuan individu dan komunitas karena menciptakan keharmonisan. Contohnya dalam kehidupan gereja, keluarga, atau proyek bersama, pengorbanan ego demi keberhasilan bersama sangat diperlukan.
Pembangunan Bait Allah di Yerusalem oleh Raja Salomo sebagai tempat ibadah tunggal umat Israel sesuai dengan teologi Deuteronomistik. Bait Allah dianggap sebagai manifestasi kehadiran dan kemuliaan Allah di tengah-tengah umatnya.
Sesi 10. Kitab Raja-Raja dan figur Salomo dan proyek mercusuar kerajaan Israe...albertus purnomo
Salomo mewarisi kerajaan yang kuat dari Daud dan memerintah selama 40 tahun. Ia dikenal karena kebijaksanaannya, reorganisasi birokrasi administrasi, dan pembangunan Kuil Agung. Salomo mengkonsolidasi kekuasaannya dengan menikahi putri-putri asing dari berbagai negara untuk membangun aliansi politik dan komersial. Kitab Raja-Raja menggambarkan kebijaksanaan Salomo yang luar biasa, terutama dalam memutus
Sesi 8. Figur Samuel dan Saul, serta perannya dalam.pptxalbertus purnomo
Samuel played a key role in the establishment of the monarchy in Israel. He anointed Saul as the first king after Samuel served as a judge. Saul had some early military successes against the Philistines but disobeyed God by not following instructions to completely destroy the Amalekites. This led to Samuel announcing that God had rejected Saul as king. Samuel then anointed David to be the future king, beginning the transfer of power to David. Saul's reign marked a transitional period as Israel shifted from a loose confederation under judges to a centralized monarchy.
A Free eBook ~ Valuable LIFE Lessons to Learn ( 5 Sets of Presentations)...OH TEIK BIN
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Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
The Hope of Salvation - Jude 1:24-25 - MessageCole Hartman
Jude gives us hope at the end of a dark letter. In a dark world like today, we need the light of Christ to shine brighter and brighter. Jude shows us where to fix our focus so we can be filled with God's goodness and glory. Join us to explore this incredible passage.
A375 Example Taste the taste of the Lord, the taste of the Lord The taste of...franktsao4
It seems that current missionary work requires spending a lot of money, preparing a lot of materials, and traveling to far away places, so that it feels like missionary work. But what was the result they brought back? It's just a lot of photos of activities, fun eating, drinking and some playing games. And then we have to do the same thing next year, never ending. The church once mentioned that a certain missionary would go to the field where she used to work before the end of his life. It seemed that if she had not gone, no one would be willing to go. The reason why these missionary work is so difficult is that no one obeys God’s words, and the Bible is not the main content during missionary work, because in the eyes of those who do not obey God’s words, the Bible is just words and cannot be connected with life, so Reading out God's words is boring because it doesn't have any life experience, so it cannot be connected with human life. I will give a few examples in the hope that this situation can be changed. A375
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Individuals born under Swati Nakshatra often exhibit a strong sense of independence and adaptability, yet they may also face vulnerabilities such as indecisiveness and a tendency to be easily swayed by external influences. Their quest for balance and harmony can sometimes lead to inner conflict and a lack of assertiveness. To know more visit: astroanuradha.com
2nd issue of Volume 15. A magazine in urdu language mainly based on spiritual treatment and learning. Many topics on ISLAM, SUFISM, SOCIAL PROBLEMS, SELF HELP, PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH, SPIRITUAL TREATMENT, Ruqya etc.A very useful magazine for everyone.
Chandra Dev: Unveiling the Mystery of the Moon GodExotic India
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Protector & Destroyer: Agni Dev (The Hindu God of Fire)Exotic India
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The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
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This manual will guide you through basic skills and tasks to help you get started with various aspects of Magic. Each section is designed to be easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions.
2. TERMINOLOGI SOPHETIM
• Ibrani: Sophet (sing), Sophetim (pl)
• The judges to whom the title refers were charismatic leaders who
delivered Israel from a succession of foreign dominations after their
conquest of Canaan, the Promised Land.
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Book-of-Judges.
• Gelar yang menunjuk pada pemimpin karismatis yang membebaskan
Israel dari dominasi kerajaan asing setelah pendudukan di Kanaan
3. SHOPHETIM
• Bukan dalam arti Yuridis: menjalankan tugas peradilan, mendengarkan tuduhan
atau tuntutan, dan mengambil keputusan (kecuali debora Hak 4:4-5)
• Pemimpin sosial dan militer, pembebas dari ancaman asing = pahlawan
pembebas
• Shophetim ditentukan secara prerogatif oleh Yahweh untuk menjalankan misi
dari Yahweh: “Maka TUHAN membangkitkan hakim-hakim, yang
menyelamatkan mereka dari tangan perampok itu” (Hak. 2:16 ITB)
4. PEMIMPINYANG TIDAK SEMPURNA
• Pemimpin dengan kelemahan tertentu:
• Ehud (kidal),
• Debora (perempuan),
• Gideon (pengecut dan mantan penyembah Baal [nama lainnya Yerubaal]),
• Samson (mata keranjang dan buta),
• Yefta (anak pelacur)
• Penulis ingin menegaskan: YHWH sendiri adalah Sang Penyelamat, Hakim
adalah instrument-Nya
5. DURASI KEPEMIMPINAN
• Lama hakim memerintah bilangan kelipatan 40, kecuali Yefta
• 40 tahun sama dengan 1 generasi
9. OTHNIEL
• Othniel (3:7–11) appears first as the model of what a judge
should be.
• He is raised up by God and invested with his Spirit; he was
an able warrior when Joshua lived (Josh. 15:13–19), and he
leads Israel in successful warfare as Joshua did.
10. EHUD (3:12–30)
In the case of Ehud (3:12–30), however, several important items are missing. The
author does not tell us that God raised him up as he had done with Othniel; nor
does Ehud enjoy investiture with the Spirit of God, and he does not “judge” Israel.
We know only that he is “left-handed,” a trait found among many in Benjamin
(20:16; 1 Chron. 12:2), even though “Benjamin” in Hebrew means “son of my
right hand.” Ehud delivers Israel by deceit and treachery, and the text is silent
about Yahweh’s will and relationship to him
11. DEBORAH (4:1–5:31)
• Deborah (4:1–5:31) was a prophetess as she judged Israel. But in spite of her
accomplishments and those of Jael, her judgeship raises questions about the
failure of male leadership in Israel. Both Barak and Sisera lose the glory that
should have been theirs to a woman (4:9). Is Israel unable to produce worthy
male champions to lead in her wars for the land? Victory once again is less a
feat of arms than a product of treachery.
12.
13. JAEL (DEBORAH)
• Jael, who finally destroys Sisera, is neither a judge nor a prophetess and only
half Israelite (vv. 11, 17; 5:24). Rather than extolling a nation acting in
concert and in faith, Deborah’s song includes curses against other tribes that
did not join the battle (5:15b–18, 23).
• The account anticipates the factionalism and intertribal disunity that was
ultimately to culminate in the final episodes of the book (chaps. 20–21).
14. GIDEONTHE FARMER (6:1–9:56)
• Gideon the farmer (6:1–9:56) is slow to recognize and respond to God’s call for
him to lead Israel; three miracles are required to convince the reluctant Gideon.
And his obedience, when it does come, is not exactly courageous: he does tear
down the Baal altar and the Asherah pole in his community as God
commanded—he is still a bit of a coward and skeptic—and he does it at night
(6:25–27; Klein 1988, 54).
15. GIDEONTHE FARMER (6:1–9:56)
Although Gideon earns the sobriquet Jerub-baal (“Let Baal contend with him”—
6:32), he himself eventually succumbs to false worship that leads Israel astray
(8:22–27). After the great battle when Gideon’s three hundred prevail over a far
greater number through faithful obedience, Gideon seems to forget the whole
point of the exercise (7:2) and calls up his reserves, an army of thirty-two
thousand (vv. 3, 24). A great victory once again erupts in factional rivalry and
quarreling among the tribes and clans (8:1–9).
16. GIDEONTHE FARMER (6:1–9:56)
• Beyond the victory God had promised and given, Gideon
pursues a personal vendetta (vv. 10–21). The story had
begun with concern about the seed Israel had sown for her
crops (6:3); Gideon had sown his own seed widely and had
seventy sons, including one by a concubine from Shechem
(8:31)
17. GIDEONTHE FARMER (6:1–9:56)
• After Gideon’s death, Israel again does wrong (8:33–35), and one anticipates the appearance of
another judge/deliverer. But not so! Instead, Abimelek, Gideon’s son by a concubine, attempts
to seize power. God does not raise him up or call him to office. A story that began with concern
about plant life (6:2– 6) turns to Jotham’s fable about the trees and bushes (9:7–15).
• The intertribal rivalry (8:1–9) during Gideon’s time becomes now intrafamily strife and
murder. In spite of the good that Gideon did for Israel, his son becomes not a deliverer but an
oppressor, not a servant to the nation but a murderer of Israelites and of his own family
18. JEPHTHAH
Jephthah is the next major figure in the book. The account portrays
some thing of the conflict within God himself about his relationship
with Israel (Webb 1987, 48). They sin and provoke him to anger (10:6–
16), so much so that he swears he will deliver them no more (v. 13).
And yet he has committed himself to Israel so completely that he
becomes vexed and indignant about their suffering (v. 16). When
Jephthah appears on the scene, Yahweh has retired from the scene.
19. JEPHTHAH
• Full of self-interest, Jephthah negotiates his way to power from his
position as an outcast (11:1–11). Although God’s Spirit had already come
upon him for the battle with Ammon (v. 29), Jephthah makes a rash and
redundant vow (v. 30), as if more were needed to secure the victory. The
one who had been so calculating in his self-interest ends up destroying
that which he counted most dear, his only child (11:34–40). Once again a
victory erupts into intertribal squabbling and regional rivalry (12:1–6).
20. SAMSON
Samson is the last of the major judges. But he is a shadow of what a judge was
supposed to be. He is self-indulgent and refuses to control his sexual appetite.
Samson’s proclivity for foreign women has become metaphorical for Israel itself,
unwilling to resist going whoring after the enticement of foreign gods (2:17; 8:27, 33).
Although, like Israel, he had been set apart to God from his birth (13:5), Samson
would not fulfill his potential. Intermarriage with the Canaanites violated the
command to drive them from the land (3:5–6). How could Samson succeed as the
leader of Israel? He was more successful in death than in life (16:30)
21. EPILOG KITAB HAKIM HAKIM
• Leadership like that of these judges would not secure the land for Israel.
• Self-interest, self-indulgence, and all the sins that provoked God’s
anger with Israel also characterized her leaders. The legacy of a unified
Israel left by Joshua has disintegrated into factional and regional
rivalries. Conditions promoting religious and political chaos call for a
different kind of leadership if Israel is to secure the land.
22. EPILOG KITA HAKIM-HAKIM
Will having kings make the difference (17:6; 18:1; 19:1; 21:25)? Will
kingship be a solution for both the religious (chaps. 17–18) and
social (chaps. 19–21) ills of the nation? The last two stories (Micah’s
idol, and the Levite with a concubine) prepare the way for a turn to
the monarchy in Israel’s ongoing relationship with her God; the
story continues in Samuel and Kings.
24. 1. GRACE AND LAW, CONDITIONALITY AND
UNCONDITIONALITY.
Grace and law, conditionality and unconditionality. Throughout the
Deuteronomic History (Joshua–Kings), the narrator explores and probes the
nature of God’s relationship with Israel. Will God’s holiness and his demand
for obedience to his commands override his promises to Israel? Or will his
irrevocable commitment to the nation, his gracious promises to the
patriarchs, mean that he will somehow overlook their sin?
25. • As much as theologians may seek to establish the priority of law over grace or grace
over law, the book of Judges will not settle this question. What Judges gives the reader
is not a systematic theology, but rather the history of a relationship.
• Judges leaves us with a paradox: God’s relationship with Israel is at once both
conditional and unconditional. He will not remove his favor, but Israel must live in
obedience and faith to inherit the promise. It is this very tension that more than
anything else propels the entire narrative.
26. 2.THE ADMINISTRATION OF GOD’S RULE OVER HIS
PEOPLE.
God was to be Israel’s king and lord (8:23). But how would his rule over his chosen
people be expressed in history? The book of Judges shows clearly that
decentralized rule, even blessed with periodic divine intervention in the nation’s
leadership and wars, would not produce a holy nation. Moses knew that Israel
would someday have a king (Deut. 17:14–20), and Judges prepares for the
transition to monarchy.