#Biblical Stories

[namedvesta]

Alexandre Cabanel, Samson and Delilah (𝟣𝟪𝟩𝟪)

[jadeseadragon]

Angelique Benicio, Salomé, 2024, oil on wood, 8 × 10 inches.

[haggishlyhagging]

Carol Ochs, in The Myth Behind the Sex of God, discusses the story of Abraham, Isaac and Sarah and finds that in order to prove that Abraham is not rooted in the older tradition, God demands that he renounce the most fundamental tenet of the matriarchal religion and kill his own child. Abraham's choice is between the matriarchal principle of protecting his child and the patriarchal principle of following an abstract ethic, obedience to God. Abraham passes the test and is pronounced fit to be the father of a new, patriarchal religion.

Naomi Goldenberg maintains that giving voice to biblical women cannot save Judaism or the Old Testament for, as she says, "The nature of the religion lies in interplay between a father-God and his Sons. In such a religion, women will always be on the periphery." Some women scholars advocate the complete abandonment of Judaism and Christianity. Others are working to reform these traditions by removing various sexist practices. Goldenberg sees the reformers as engaged in a hopeless effort. She feels that it is futile to defend patriarchal creeds.

-Shirley Ann Ranck, Cakes for the Queen of Heaven

[thepapersnail]

Agostino Tassi, The Miraculous Draught of Fishes, ca. 1580-1664

[fugamalefica]

Elizabeth Hurley as Delilah in Samson and Delilah, 1996

[customkits]

Speedpaint attempt #5! Hebrew soldier.

Ok I'm getting the hang of this now...

I used Pallid Bone, Beowulf Blue, and mix of metal, satchel brown, and zealot yellow for the bronze. Skin and hair was done traditionally.

I hope you like it!

[blueeyeddarkknight]

This is "the horns of Jericho" song.. Val's parts only . From the play the ten commandments.. This is the second production

Finally managed to get it to work .. Merged and compressed the sh!t out of it

Here's the other version for the Adam lambert fans

Credit : screen ocean, youtube

[metanoiamorii]

I've done this once or twice now, so I'm willing to give it another shot—

I'm looking to start up a small roleplay group. Ideally, between five and nine individuals. Some need to know things mechanic wise:

The roleplay group will be run like a tabletop roleplay game [ttrpg].

It will be played very similar to Dungeon and Dragons [DnD] or Pathfinder. For those familiar with the system. When I say its similar, it uses the same dice sets, stats, and usage of rolls. But it has its entire own handbook for skills, feats, classes, equipment and the likes. But you don't need any experience if you don't know the other ttrpg systems, as it has its own handbook for you to access.

It will be in text format however, like a roleplay. People will tag each other after their replies. And you'll have access to an entire server with different channel and sections for different places to explore in character.

Every individual/player will have one character (unless they would like to have a second or third, or wish to play what could be classified as an npc).

Now, if it's caught your attention this far. I'll let you know the premise of the game/roleplay:

The player/individual's characters receive a scholarship from an intentional school. It is a full ride for housing, tuition, supplies, and anything else they might need. But there is trickery afoot they have to unravel and navigate.

Things you won't necessarily know in character however: every player/character is a demigod. They have divine blood. And the reason they are brought to the school is for their divine parent to try to reconnect with them.

Other themes that there will be

If you like Percy Jackson, and wanted a ttrpg system for it. Or if you just like mythology in general.

If you like the dark academia aesthetic.

If you like the found family trope.

If you like time traveling, or second experiences.

Now, if you've made it this far, I only have a very few requests I would ask of you:

I know a lot might be interested, but again I will restate: I'm looking for between 6-9 people.

Please be 18+, there will be mature topics discussed.

Be LGBTQ+ friendly

And if you're interested, send me a message and we'll chat. I'll get you the link to the group server on discord, and we'll start making your characters.

Thank you for reading this far. I hope this reaches the right crowd!

[lol-draws]

Weirdly biblical piece for me- it was an assignment to draw piece from a different perspective in order to change the story. The original piece is by Michelangelo, ‘Sacrifice of Issac’

[smokinghotpastorswife]

I told my brother I got a tattoo of an eye on my hip to represent the spiritual struggle of Jacob wrestling the angel, and he was like oh so actually a lot of scholars think it’s unlikely that the accurate translation is that God popped his hip out. apparently the more likely translation is something like “and then God punched Jacob in the dick”

[tomthomasblog]

Gideon’s Journey: From Doubt to Deliverance

In a time long ago, the Israelites found themselves in a tough spot. They felt helpless and mistreated by the Midianites. Their struggles pushed them to stray from their faith and turn away from God. However, one man’s journey from doubt to action changed everything for the Israelites. This is the story of Gideon, a reluctant hero who discovered that even in the darkest times, faith and obedience can lead to remarkable victories.

The oppression by the Midianites was severe, causing the Israelites to live in fear and misery. As they faced constant raids and destruction, instead of seeking God, they chose to abandon their faith. This decision put them in a cycle of sin, which only deepened their challenges. They cried out for help, yearning for someone to lead them back to safety and faith. It was during this tumultuous time that God chose Gideon, an ordinary man who was hesitant and unsure about his abilities.

Gideon's initial response to God's call was characterized by uncertainty. He questioned why he was chosen and whether he could succeed against such powerful foes. These feelings of insecurity are relatable for many of us. We often find ourselves in situations that feel overwhelming, and it's easy to question our capabilities. But instead of judging Gideon, we can learn from his story. God showed great patience and reassurance, letting Gideon know that he was not alone in this battle. Through signs and encouragement, God revealed His presence, proving that faith can emerge even when we feel lost.

As Gideon began to trust God, his obedience led to incredible victories. God instructed him to gather an army, but in a surprising twist, He told Gideon to reduce its size dramatically. This was to show the Israelites that the victory was not due to their numbers but because of God’s power. When the time came, Gideon and his small band of warriors followed God’s instructions faithfully. Their actions resulted in a stunning defeat of the Midianites and restored peace to the land.

Gideon’s story highlights a crucial lesson: faith combined with action can drastically change a person’s life. It’s not enough to simply believe; we must also take steps that align with our convictions. When we realign ourselves with God’s faithfulness, we can break free from destructive cycles that hold us back. Just like the Israelites, we can find ourselves caught in patterns of doubt and sin, but through faith and obedience, we can experience renewal.

In conclusion, Gideon’s journey reminds us that no matter our circumstances, we can find strength in faith. Even when we feel unworthy or incapable, God can use us for great purposes. His patience shines through our moments of doubt, encouraging us to take that leap of faith. As a challenge, consider what areas of your life need realignment with God’s will. How can you step out in faith this week? Remember, the path to victory often begins with trusting God, even amidst our uncertainties.

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The Scripture Collection Playlist A compilation of 20 uplifting music videos inspired by a different Bible scripture. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoBTz-QtgDhox4diwLqHBjD4W-CtzM-8v

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I wrote the song "Round and Round (The Gideon Song)"

Guitar-driven creating a distinctive, rootsy tone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Av6jGebOhz0 drum and bass playing a strong base https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8W33dFKVOIY techno, drumline, tight groove https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR2WJxfY4ks

[haggishlyhagging]

The stories of Lot in Sodom and of the origin of the Benjaminite war deal obliquely with the position of women. As told in Genesis 19, two angels in the form of two strangers come as visitors to Lot's house in Sodom. Lot makes a feast for them and invites them to stay overnight. The wicked men of Sodom surround the house and demand that he surrender the men to them, "Bring them out unto us that we may know them." Trying to calm them down, Lot steps outside the door of his house and addresses the Sodomites as follows:

I pray you, my brethren, do not so wickedly. Behold now, I have two daughters that have not known man; let me, I pray you, bring them out unto you, and do ye to them as is good in your eyes; only to these men do nothing; forasmuch as they are come under the shadow of my roof [Gen. 19:7,8].

The mob storms into the house, but the angels strike the men of the mob with blindness, then they warn Lot of the imminent destruction of the city of Sodom and tell him that he and his family would be saved, "the Lord being merciful to him." The language here indicates that Lot is not being saved for his virtue but because of God's mercy and because of Abraham. ('God remembered Abraham and sent Lot out of the midst of the overthrow, when he overthrew the cities in which Lot dwelt" (Gen. 19:29).

The passage has been embarrassing to later commentators. Martin Luther praised Lot for upholding the law of hospitality, and otherwise apologized for him: "I will defend Lot and think he made his offer without sin. For knowing that the mob was not interested in them, he only tried to appease it and did not think he was exposing his daughters to any danger." John Calvin, on the other hand, thought that "Lot's great virtue was sprinkled with some imperfection. He does not hesitate to prostitute his daughters ... Lot, indeed is urged by extreme necessity; yet ... he is not free from blame."

Later commentators have essentially followed these two lines of interpretation. Sarna comments that Lot's "willingness to allow his daughters to be violated" is "utterly incomprehensible" to the modern reader, "even if allowance be made for the fact that the story reflects an age and a society in which daughters were the property of their fathers." I find it remarkable that E. A. Speiser, who annotates and comments on Genesis line by line, has no comment to offer regarding Lot's action. He criticizes Lot for "lacking spontaneity" and appearing "servile" in his hospitality and describes the "latent weakness in Lot's character" in his being "undecided, flustered, ineffectual." The only hint of a comment on the incident with the daughters is the sentence: "True to the unwritten code, Lot will stop at nothing in his effort to protect his guests." Speiser follows Calvin's interpretation and, using a strictly textual analysis, Calvin seems quite justified in regarding Lot's offer of his daughter to the mob as merely "an imperfection," since Yahweh, to whom the crimes of Sodom are so abhorrent that he destroys the city and all its inhabitants, nevertheless saves Lot. If we analyze this Biblical story, we notice that Lot's right to dispose of his daughters, even so as to offer them to be raped, is taken for granted. It does not need to be explained; hence we can assume it reflected a historic social condition.

-Gerda Lerner, The Creation of Patriarchy

[fugamalefica]

Elizabeth Hurley as Delilah in Samson and Delilah, 1996

[allaboutyoupostnthings]

The Presentation of Mary in the Temple: A Moment of Grace and Devotion

The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Temple is a beautiful and significant event in the life of the Church, celebrated on November 21st. This feast commemorates the moment when Saint Anne and Saint Joachim, the parents of Mary, brought her to the Temple in Jerusalem to consecrate her to the Lord. This act of dedication is a profound testament to their faith and devotion. The…

[tmarshconnors]

Does it scare you to think about what Satan is trying to do to your kids?

What are you doing to make sure he doesn’t? Are you teaching your children about God?

Are you setting an example for them showing them what faithfulness looks like? Do you take them to church and Bible class?

Do you talk to them about the lies and immorality that the devil has made normal?

Do you keep them from playing video games and watching shows that slip in things that will take them off course? Do you pray for them and over them?

Don’t think for one second that you can let up or slack off. Evil doesn’t.