Finding Harmony In The Word

Linda's Blog – November 2014 Archive (2)

George Washington’s 1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation

WHEREAS it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favour; and Whereas both Houses of Congress have, by their joint committee, requested me “to recommend to the people of the United States a DAY OF PUBLIC THANKSGIVING and PRAYER, to be observed by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God, especially by affording them an opportunity… Continue

Added by Linda on November 30, 2014 at 6:22am — No Comments

New Light On Often Used End Time Scripture

The Midrash is an ancient commentary written by Rabbis on part of the Hebrew scriptures, attached to the biblical text. The earliest Midrashim come from the 2nd century AD, although much of their content is older.

Same-sex marriage in the Midrash:

The Midrash is one of the few ancient religious texts that makes reference to same-sex marriage. The following teaching can be found twice in the Midrash:

“Rabbi Huna said in the name of Rabbi Joseph, ‘The generation of the… Continue

Added by Linda on November 1, 2014 at 7:38am — 3 Comments