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Don’t go to an interview without reading this advice…
Don’t go to an interview without reading this top interview tip from one of our leading consultants.
Jake Cassidy (Divisional Manager-International and Scotland) has a wealth of experience of preparing candidates for interviews, and receiving feedback from interviewers. He was asked to provide his number one tip to help candidates be successful in interviews. Here’s what he had to say.
Today’s job market can be very challenging for candidates and for employers. Hiring the right person for the job is fundamental to all businesses and the difference such people can make, can be immense. Getting an interview for a job is only the first step, the hard work starts when you prepare for an interview; knowing which questions to ask in an interview is critical, not only must you be well versed at answering the expected questions you will be asked, you need to have a list of questions to ask the interviewer.
Jake explained that asking worthwhile questions is the key to any interview, this gives you a good understanding of what the employer is looking for (skills and experiences), and how they see the challenges in the marketplace. Asking questions, such as:
“What skills and experience do you think is vital to be able to meet your expectations?”
“Where are the challenges going to be?”
The answers to these questions will help you to highlight what relevant skills, knowledge and experience you have, relevant for this post. Not doing this can sometimes result in candidates talking about their work experiences which are not relevant to the post they are applying, waffling aimlessly.
ESP prides itself on getting a good understanding of what an employer is looking for and matching candidates to the vacancy, however in the interview it is down to the candidate to highlight the main points (why they are a good match for the job).
Jake advises not to squander an opportunity by asking mundane questions, asking relevant questions can show your understanding of the role and shows you have prepared well. The balance of asking enough questions, taking control, but not being rude needs to be thought through. | <urn:uuid:f7295e3f-b594-46c6-9f3d-8ddb021ec87a> | CC-MAIN-2022-40 | https://esprecruit.com/2019/09/09/dont-go-to-an-interview-without-reading-this-advice/ | 2022-10-06T10:01:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-40/segments/1664030337803.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20221006092601-20221006122601-00554.warc.gz | en | 0.949691 | 443 |
How do I go about booking Kittiwake One?
As long as Kittiwake One is available for the dates you need you have the choice of booking through AirBnB, Holiday Lettings, HomeAway, Owners Direct, or TripAdvisor. See our booking page for more details.
Does Kittiwake One have internet access?
Yes it does. Your booking will benefit (or suffer from?) 24/7 access to the Web.
How fast is the internet connection at Kittiwake One?
This is rural-ish Devon and you're on holiday so nothing moves fast. The internet connection is quicker than you had on your Commodore 64 in 1988, but slower than the super-duper-fibre-optic-asymmetrical-one-point-twenty-one-jigawatt connection in your own home. (Serious answer, it's BT Broadband and we've measured speeds of around 6MB download and 0.5MB upload).
What is included in Kittiwake One?
In addition to the obvious stuff, such as furniture, you will find a range of helpful items awaiting your arrival at Kittiwake One. These include, in the order we think you're most likely to use them, loo roll, hand soap, bath sheets and hand towels, tea making 'stuff', tea towels, and treats including biscuits.
You haven't mentioned a kitchen sink. Is there a kitchen sink?
Okay, what don't you have?
We're limited for space so there are some things you won't find, such as a bath, but most other items are there. And that includes a foldaway dining room table with four chairs.
We are a family. Is Kittiwake One child-friendly?
We have not formally 'baby-proofed' Kittiwake One, although we have taken our son regularly since he was two weeks old. To help you make an informed decision we can send you details of some of the limitations and how we have worked around them ourselves in the past. Just get in touch and we can go from there.
Is Kittiwake One pet-friendly?
Unfortunately not. If you would prefer dog-friendly accommodation then check this page on The Good Dog Guide website. Here's the disclaimer: We haven't tested any of these options ourselves so you're on your own!
There are more than two people in our group. Can Kittiwake One accommodate us?
Kittiwake One can sleep up to three adults comfortably, and although there is space for a fourth adult, you may be better off seeking alternative accommodation if you would prefer more than one bathroom. Sleeping arrangements for extra adults are by virtue of the settee and armchairs in the living room, which are all sofa beds. They are comfortable, especially if you prefer a firm mattress. There is an extra charge for each extra adult. Please get in touch for a quote.
I love the location but Kittiwake One is too small for out needs. Can you recommend another place?
We have personally stayed in the third-floor holiday home in the same building as Kittiwake One. This is known as 'Sands Apartment' and you can make a direct enquiry with Sandi, the owner, by clicking here.
Do you provide luxury soap like in a hotel? How luxurious is it? Will it refresh me?
Yes. Quite. Probably.
Kittiwake One is fully booked. What do you suggest?
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Chicago Bulls star Jimmy Butler’s name will be a hot topic as we head into the NBA trade deadline later in February.
With the Boston Celtics reportedly ready to open up trade talks again, Butler could be on the move. But a new report suggests he’s hoping to stay in Chicago and help the Bulls court another star player.
Chicago Sun Times beat writer Joe Cowley is reporting that Butler wants to help the Bulls front office bring in Carmelo Anthony:
“That is half the battle,’’ Butler said via Cowley. “And I could still do that. I think everybody knows what Carmelo can bring to a team. The dude is a helluva player.
Butler would likely make a recruiting call to Melo to waive his no trade clause and join a Bulls team that enters Wednesday’s game 26-26 and fighting for a playoff spot.
But the Bulls will likely have competition if Melo does waive that clause.
Both the Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Clippers are reportedly interested in adding Melo before the deadline as well. LeBron James has voiced his displeasures with Cleveland “not adding enough around him” and would love to bring Melo on board.
Butler offering his help to the Bulls Front Office comes a day after conflicting reports about the future of John Paxson and Gar Foreman were released.
He also went on to acknowledge that he wont have the final call but would welcome Anthony to the team:
“You can talk to [Anthony] and tell him all this, all that, but as far as a trade and all that stuff goes, that’s for the front office because there’s only so much say [the players] can have in a deal like that,” Butler said. “There’s not too much I can do in that aspect.”
Anthony turned down the option to join the Bulls in the Summer of 2014, saying his final choices were between the Bulls and Knicks.
He opted to stay in New York.
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Luxury Design, Past & Present
As if the colours of a paint pot would overflow and run down the vessel, the pattern on this Loetz lidded jar shows itself at first glance. The colour tinges are green, orange and silver fusions applied to the yellow glass.
The rare decoration Phänomen Genre 413 was designed and produced for the Winter Exhibition in the ÖMKI (Austrian Museum of Art and Industry) in Vienna 1899/1900. Jutta Sika, one of Koloman Moser's most talented pupils, liked to use this very elaborate decoration for her glass designs for E. Bakalowits. Josef Hoffmann also used this decoration for important designs.
Our lidded jar was made for the large glass distributor E. Bakalowit's Söhne, Vienna. This makes it one of the most sought-after products of this traditional Viennese company. The shape of this decorative utility item dates from 1902 and is well documented in the catalogue of sample cuts under number 85/4049.
Bib.: compare vase by J. Sika in Toby Sharp, “Loetz. The Passion”, NBVD, 2015, p. 110; compare vase by J. Hoffmann, ibidem, p. 62-63
Bib.: E. Ploil, H. Ricke e.a. (ed.), „Loetz – Böhmisches Glas 1880-1940“, vol. II, Musterschnitte, Prestel Verlag, Munich 1989, paper pattern 85/ 4049, page 298. | <urn:uuid:bfd3031e-6ad6-4039-bc8a-005c203c0eef> | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | https://www.rubylux.com/item/1452139-kk-339/Loetz-Lidded-Jar-Phenomen-Genre-413?search=1&t=3e4dfb61 | 2019-06-15T21:13:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627997335.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20190615202724-20190615224724-00467.warc.gz | en | 0.867118 | 336 |
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February 11, 2011 08:43:10 GMT
The reality TV star admits it was a big misunderstanding and realizes that Aniston would never do the thing like banning her from their movie premiere.
Reality TV regular Heidi Montag has apologized to Jennifer Aniston for publicly accusing the the movie star of keeping her away from the premiere of new film "Just Go with It". Montag features in the film and was expecting a pass to walk the red carpet at Tuesday's premiere in New York. But she didn't get an invite and she blamed the film's star Aniston.
Montag told Us Weekly magazine, "I'm so upset. I was so excited! This is the first movie I've ever been in and I can't walk the red carpet because Jennifer Aniston decided I was 'too polarizing'. I've been such a huge Jennifer Aniston fan my entire life and it's just really upsetting that she would do this to me." Aniston distanced herself from the spat, insisting she had no say in who was and wasn't invited to the screening. A statement from her rep reads, "We do not have anything to do with who gets invited, but, besides that, Sony did invite Heidi to the premiere and did not get an RSVP from her."
Montag has since revealed she made a mistake and the premiere snub was a "big misunderstanding". She says, "I read that Jennifer had banned me from the premiere for being too polarizing, but I know now that it wasn't true. It never really made sense to me because Jennifer is such a sweetheart and she even commented before on a red carpet about how interesting and fun it was to have me in the movie. I got my invite and I would have loved to be there, but I had to be Los Angeles with my dogs. I was honored to be a part of such a great movie and I apologize to Jennifer and Sony for this big misunderstanding." | <urn:uuid:16754bd5-171b-4a13-8307-b1ae22b34b62> | CC-MAIN-2015-27 | http://www.aceshowbiz.com/news/view/w0010343.html | 2015-07-03T03:24:47Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-27/segments/1435375095711.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20150627031815-00078-ip-10-179-60-89.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.987811 | 396 |
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Managing people. Probably one of the most difficult skills you need to learn in order to become an effective leader and let’s be real, if you are a strategist in whatever kind of capacity, you need to know how to rally the troops around you. You need to know how to get everyone on the same page and have them passionate about the direction you need them to go to get the job done.
I’ve managed a variety of characters over my career. The first bunch was my actual “team mates” during honours year. We were divided into syndicates who needed to operate like a business unit. Not my most successful management stint I must admit. I made three BIG mistakes. First (and quite frankly the biggest as it spilled over into all the other problems) I thought I could do things better than everyone else, resulting in me not only doing a LOT more work, but also dis-empowering the team. That resulted in my second mistake, I put a massive amount of pressure on MYSELF when I should have shared the responsibility with my team mates. And the third and last mistake was that I allowed people to get away with laziness. Whether that was due to really being lazy or just a result because of my “management style” back then is a bit unclear, but that was my start.
I got a bit of my own medicine though. I worked for a micro-management queen who checked every single thing I did. I was a good employee if I do say so myself 😉 BUT as there is no such thing as a perfect person, I made some minor mistakes. That resulted in her dis-empowering ME, making me believe I could do NOTHING right. Needless to say, that was not a nice feeling, giving me some compassion for what I put my team mates through at varsity.
Another big lesson: if you treat adults like kids, with “punishment” as the motivation, you will experience a backlash of those you are supposed to manage. How? By doing those same things on purpose just to tick you off because what can you reaaaaaally do to them? Put them in the naughty corner?
You can see that my management strategies weren’t that great back then. Luckily with the years came some pearls of wisdom – four main ones to be exact. Firstly I realised that I needed to be more flexible in my approach and get to know my people. We are ALL different. Our motivations, personalities, strengths and weaknesses… not one of us are exactly the same. How can we then expect to get the best out of people by treating them all the same? Someone might just need an encouraging word, while another needs to be reigned in with some tough love.
The second was to let go and empower others. There is NOTHING worse than a micro-manager (my sincere apologies to anyone who experienced it from me first hand!). However, do not assume that everyone knows their contribution to the bigger picture. If you can inspire your team and rally them around the same goal, showing them how their contribution will benefit the team to achieve the bigger goal, you wouldn’t need to micro-manage everyone constantly. Note that I’m NOT saying leave them alone. Check in, make sure your team knows you’re always available if they need you, BUT, know when to stop yourself from taking over completely.
There is of course exceptions to the rule, with people NOT contributing like they should, no matter what, and that is where my third pearl comes in. Call a spade a spade. If someone is not pulling their weight, have the hard conversation. It sucks to have them, yet sometimes it’s the only thing that will save your team. One bad apple eventually spreads to the whole bunch. So, be honest and open, yet constructive. Always play the ball, NOT the player, as it’s ultimately about the work, not the personality. Hide from it and “leave it to sort itself out” and I guarantee you problems for the rest of your company days.
And last but not least, be human. Remember that people ultimately work for people and not really for companies. People have lives outside of work and sometimes life just happens. I will always be grateful to DDB for being so caring, supportive and humane, allowing me to take days to recuperate without expecting a leave form filled in the moment I get back. My loyalty to them does not lie within the salary they pay me every month, but rather in the respect, understanding and genuine concern they’ve given me when I needed it the most, without expecting anything in return. It didn’t happen over night! I had to prove myself, but the point is: have a people-perspective instead of a company-perspective to those who have proven themselves over and over again.
Told you, strategy is more than just a job…it’s a lifestyle!
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|Starve the Beast|
Panderbear also thinks the leader of the constitutional convention and first Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton, had it about right in Federalist Paper No. 15, "A government ought to contain in itself every power requisite to the full accomplishment of the objects committed to its care, and to the complete execution of the trusts for which it is responsible, free from every other control but a regard to the public good and to the sense of the people." This statement suggests the starve the beast strategy puts the cart before the horse. It is necessary to decide the scope of services we want from our government, before deciding what powers, including taxation, it should have and to what extent it should exercise them.
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Today I am pleased to have author Rebecca Myers on my blog talking about her near death experience which inspired her book, My Journey To Heaven And Back.
About the Author
Tell us a bit about yourself.
Hi, I’m Rebecca D. Myers originally from New Orleans, LA. Moved to Milton, Florida 28 years ago when I married Gene. I am a mother of two. I have a beautiful new grandson who is 16 weeks old now. I must say he is the cutest little boy, but then again I’m Nana so I would think so. I am also a retired registered nurse. I worked with my husband in his construction company as his secretary at the same time I became and worked as a nurse. I am married to this most wonderful man as you will see in the book, My Journey To Heaven And Back.
Where were you born and where do you call home?
I was born in New York, New York and now I call Milton, FL home. Milton is about 20 miles outside of Pensacola, FL.
What or who inspired you to start writing?
Well, actually I started writing a book about my abuse as a child, a young teen and a married woman. I felt I had some hope to offer victims of abuse. But, on October 30, 2010 when I went into respiratory arrest and was ushered into a heavenly atmosphere I was compelled to write about this incident first.
When did you first consider yourself a writer?
That’s a good question. I guess, I still do not consider myself a writer. I am a beginner and have a lot to learn.
How much of yourself, your personality or your experiences, is in your books?
There is a lot of myself and my personality and definitely my experiences in My Journey To Heaven And Back.
Have you started your next project? If so, can you share a little bit about your next book?
Yes, I’m picking up on the first book about the abuse and hopefully it will help someone along the way.
Do you outline your books or just start writing?
Since this was officially my first book, I have to say I just started writing and then rewriting and rewriting and then the editor took over and it was rewritten once more.
About her Book
Please tell us about your current release.
My Journey To Heaven And Back is about my near death experience, our love story and survival of abuse all rolled into one book.
What inspired you to write this book?
I was inspired to write My Journey To Heaven And Back because I actually went to heaven. It was not a dream. It was real. There were too many things that happened to let me know I was in the presence of my Lord and in a heavily realm.
How did you come up with the title?
I researched my title, the first title was To Heaven And Back but there were too many books with that title so then I changed it to “My Journey To Heaven And Back.”
What kind of research did you do for this book?
I researched bible quotations for my book and prayed about it a whole lot. I wanted the reader to feel what I felt and I pray I was able to accomplish this.
Just for Fun
Is there a specific place in the house (or out of the house) that you like to write?
I write in my bed believe it or not. I have to stay in bed a lot, so I bring my work to my office on my mattress.
Tell us a random fact about you that we never would have guessed.
The random fact about myself is I used to dance on the bars on Burbon Street in New Orleans, LA when I was much younger. And, if you are familiar with Burbon Street, need I say more?
My Journey To Heaven And Back is a love story where a husband’s love was able to reach into eternity and grab back his wife from the jaw’s of death. Rebecca describes her near death experience into a celestial atmosphere and being ushered to heaven’s door. Her dilemma of choosing to stay in this peaceful, joyful and exceeding love or to return to a world of craziness intertwined with the love she adored. Her soul mate’s pleas for her return was the cause of her decision. Rebecca takes the reader on a journey of her own life’s difficulties and the numerous times she should have met her fate with death, but was in fact, spared. | <urn:uuid:d72b8bb7-f020-4a3d-975e-2b63c3606204> | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | https://susanleighnoble.wordpress.com/2013/01/11/todays-featured-author-rebecca-myers/ | 2020-01-27T07:51:31Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579251694908.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20200127051112-20200127081112-00127.warc.gz | en | 0.982968 | 929 |
This is our fourth edition of the Pig’s Eye Post. Last week, we told you we were looking for your best “Minnesota Nice story.” And it’s been a busy week. Not only did the President visit our city, we also received a stunning entry from Louis DiSanto. Don’t let Louis’ “Yes We Already Have” attitude put you off because we’re still accepting entries.
We’ll send the winner either a copy of the 2011 Almanac and/or a cup and we’ll send the runner-up whatever the winner didn’t want. Send us your stories (400 words max) at firstname.lastname@example.org and we’ll post some of the best in the coming weeks!
Saint Paul News & Mystery
Workers performing advance utility relocation work in preparation for light rail construction in Lowertown have stumbled across what local authorities believe may be a long lost royal complex that is likely the final resting place of Boreas the Brrrave. It is not unusual for the refuse of bygone eras to turn up during large scale excavations such as that which has been taking place in Lowertown this past summer. Similar work on the Hiawatha Line in Minneapolis uncovered scores of bottles, household items, and more than a few horseshoes. The quality, variety, and sheer volume of items discovered beneath 4th street have, however, prompted calls for a halt to further work on the project – if only temporarily. Read more.
Saint Paul Almanac Events
The Saint Paul Almanac’s Celebration through Stories readings are ongoing until early December in coffee shops around the city. The event series features contributors to the Saint Paul Almanac reading their pieces from the 2011 edition. Coming events include Polly’s Coffee Cove (Oct 26th), the Mad Hatter Coffee Cafe and Teahouse (Nov 13th), and Common Good Books (Nov 15th). See our Celebration through Stories event page for more information.
Truly Super Upcoming Events
Evita at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
First Lady of Argentina Eva Perón was a legend in her time. An illegitimate country girl, she rose to become the most powerful woman Latin America had ever seen—a potent symbol of hope and change. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s opera is the powerhouse telling of her brief and fascinating life.
Choreographer Michael Matthew Ferrell has worked hard to ensure that on-stage movement—especially the tango—is central to this production of Evita by Theater Latté Da, one of the country’s theater companies that focuses primarily on musical theater.
Evita continues until November 14, 2010. More info and tickets available at http://www.ordway.org/performances/1011/theater-latte-da-evita.asp
Opening of Hmong Village on Saturday 30th
Chris Havens at the Star Tribune reports the grand opening of Hmong Village next weekend:
a labyrinth of indoor merchant stalls, fresh produce vendors, bustling kitchens and offices geared toward the region’s tens of thousands of Hmong residents, many who live in St. Paul… A trip to Hmong Village isn’t like going to Southdale. It’s similar to other ethnic marketplaces, such as the multicultural Midtown Global Market or Somali Karmel Square in Minneapolis, where many small family-run businesses rent smaller spaces to sell goods and services. It’s perhaps the most local of local economies… There are 40 offices, 35 produce booths, 17 restaurants and 230 merchant stalls.
Visit Hmong Village at 1001 Johnson Pkwy, just south of Lake Phalen, 10 minutes drive from Downtown.
Last Chance Halloween
You still have one last weekend to watch Bare Bones Theater’s annual Halloween extravaganza in the forest. Truly one of Saint Paul’s marvelous events. For more information, see last week’s blog entry or get it from the horse’s mouth at www.barebonespuppets.org/halloween-2010/carnetheria/
For other upcoming event listings, check out our Saint Paul Calendar at http://saintpaulalmanac.org/saint-paul-calendar/
New Almanac writing from Louis DiSanto and Janaly Farias
By Louis DiSanto
The only time I ever lost my wallet was at a Twins game in 1972. When I discovered my back pocket was empty, I remember my brother Tom and I running across the parking lot and crawling under a half-open service door to get back into Met Stadium. As we walked through the bowels of that venerable sports palace looking for help, my stomach was in knots thinking about losing over sixty dollars, my driver’s license, credit card and student discount card for Burger King. Suddenly, we spotted a burly figure coming toward us. Was this my angel of mercy?
By Janaly Farias
I will never forget the first time I entered a Mexican store as an eight-year-old and tried to buy something. It was after I had emigrated from the United States to Mexico. I had trouble with ordinary words, like asking to use the bathroom. I had to tell one of my older sisters to do it for me, because they knew more Spanish than I did. One day, my dad sent me to the store to buy leche (milk). I had a very puzzled expression, so my sister slapped me across the head and said, “It’s milk, you retard.” “Well, sorry, miss know-it-all!” I answered her back while rubbing my head. As it turned out, my sister went for the milk.
Saint Paul Facts: We got ’em, now you know ’em
DID YOU KNOW? On February 24, 1985, an estimated 25,000 spectators gathered up and down the Mississippi on a Sunday to watch the demolition of the old High Bridge.
Above left: Spectators awaiting demolition of the High Bridge, St. Paul. (Photo: Charles W. Burback/Minnesota Historical Society). Above right: This sequence was taken by Joe Landsberger on his front porch at 169 Goodrich Avenue.
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In this first Vocal Mastery Video Workshop, Jono McNeil gives you an idea of how to properly warm up your voice. Many singers skip this underestimated, but important part, although it is crucial to make sure the voice remains smooth and relaxed and the singing comes out as desired and even gets better.
Every singer should do it every time before singing, whether it is before a rehearsal, a home recording or a live performance.
Warming up should always contain easy exercises. It should not be difficult and the voice should not be constricted in any way – as the muscle memory works really fast and the constrictions can have a bad impact on your voice and singing.
Jono starts off with what he calls “Humms” and then moves over to exercises for stabilizing the larynx. During “Humms” the mouth remains closed. If done correctly, there should be a slight buzz on the lips.
It is important not to squeeze the voice during any of the exercises. Instead, they should feel easy and forward. The jaw should be relaxed and hanging. This way, the warm up is most effective. Go ahead and try it yourself! | <urn:uuid:9da2aa8b-a986-40dc-abb7-69b127004223> | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | https://www.shure.it/videos/educational/vocal-mastery-workshops/shure-vocal-mastery-video-workshop-n-1-warm-up- | 2020-08-06T14:04:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439736962.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20200806121241-20200806151241-00543.warc.gz | en | 0.945819 | 241 |
Audio Codec Market Size And Forecast
Audio Codec Market was valued at USD 5.87 Billion in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 8.64 Billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 4.96% from 2021 to 2028.
The rapid technological advancement, growing demand for electronic devices, rising per capita income, and rising population are a few of the critical Audio Codec Market drivers and trends fueling the growth of the market. The Global Audio Codec Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.
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Global Audio Codec Market Definition
Audio Codec is a program or a device used for decoding and encoding digital-analog via implementing an algorithm. It is used to reduce the number of bits in an audio file while maintaining accuracy and consistency and decreasing the audio file’s storage space. Audio codecs have a Hardware and a software component. A hardware component of an audio codec is designed to convert analog to digital signals and digital to analog signals, and a software component of an audio codec is designed to compress and decompress digital audio signals.
Lossless codecs compress and decompress files without sacrificing quality, while lossy codecs compress and decompress files while discarding some data, making transmission easier. Increasing surge for IoT-enabled devices and the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning find major application in automotive, computers, smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and many other electronic devices. Manufacturing companies are innovating high quality, flexible, small size, and economical audio codecs to meet the changing needs of the customers.
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Global Audio Codec Market Overview
The rapid technological development and increasing adoption of technologies are impacting the use of the audio codec. The growing use of IoT and artificial intelligence in various devices is boosting the demand for audio codec. Rapid innovation to satisfy the changing needs of the consumers is increasing competition among the key players in the market. The audio codec has multiple applications in the electronics, automotive, and entertainment industry are boosting the growth of the Audio Codec Market.
Increasing per capita income and increasing usage of the internet are significant factors for driving the development of the Audio Codec Market. Asia-Pacific region is expected to experience growth in the Audio Codec Market due to an increase in domestic manufacturers and advanced manufacturing capabilities. The audio codec is widely used in wearable devices such as smartwatches and headphones. It is also penetrating the automotive sector and is expected to grow in this segment of the Audio Codec Market. Adverse effects on health and environment and the need for continuous optimization due to changing demands in various industries are restraining the growth of the Audio Codec Market.
Global Audio Codec Market: Segmentation Analysis
The Global Audio Codec Market is segmented based on Component, Function, Channel, Format, Application, And Geography.
Audio Codec Market, By Component
Based on Component, The market is bifurcated into Hardware Component and Software Component. Software Audio Codec dominated the Audio Codec Market due to the increasing adoption of software-enabled devices in various industries, which consumes less space, and are flexible for upgradation.
Audio Codec Market, By Function
• With DSP
• Without DSP
Based on Function, The market is bifurcated into with DSP, and without DSP. With DSP function dominate the audio codec market due to its various functions such as compress, store, and playback the stored digital files.
Audio Codec Market, By Channel
• Stereo codec
• Multi-channel codec
Based on Channel, The market is bifurcated into mono-codec, stereo-codec and multi-channel codec. Multi-channel codec dominated the Audio Codec Market as it provides maximum flexibility, features, and performance. It is widely used in home theater, gaming consoles, and entertainment units.
Audio Codec Market, By Format
• Lossless compression
• Lossy compression
Based on Format, The market is bifurcated into non-compression, lossless compression, and lossy compression. Lossy compression dominated the Audio Codec Market as it compresses original files into smaller files that require less storage.
Audio Codec Market, By Application
• Mobile Phones and Tablets
• Laptop and Computer
• Television, Music and Home Devices
• Headphones and wearable devices
Based on Application, The market is bifurcated into Mobile Phones, tablets, laptops and computers, television, music, and home devices, Headphones and wearable devices, automotive, and others. The Headphones and wearable devices market dominated the Audio Codec market as it is economical, provides easy connectivity, and is embedded with IoT technology.
Audio Codec Market, By Geography
• North America
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the world
On the basis of Regional Analysis, The Global Audio Codec Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. Asia Pacific Region is dominating the Audio Codec Market. Rapid technological development, a large number of manufacturers, and demand for IoT-enabled devices and software are the contributing factors to the development of the Audio Codec Market in the region.
Key Players In Audio Codec Market
The “Global Audio Codec Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market. The major players in the market are Analog Devices Ltd., Cirrus Logic Inc., Realtek Semiconductor Corp., Qualcomm Technologies Inc., Dolby Laboratories Inc., Maxim Integrated, STMicroelectronics, Texas Instruments Inc., DSP Group, and Sony Corp.
The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.
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The Federation for a Democratic China will hold a rally Sunday to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown by the communist Chinese government.
The rally will be held at Hing Hay Park at the intersection of South King Street and Maynard Avenue South in the International District from 1-4 p.m.
The featured speaker is Fang Zheng, who lost both legs when he was run over by a tank during the military crackdown. He is now a Special Olympics athlete but is not allowed to compete internationally because of his role in the protests.
The Tiananmen Square Massacre was the culmination of anti-authoritarian protest that started April 14, 1989, in the heart of Beijing. On June 4, the government used tanks to break up the demonstration. The death count is disputed by several different sources. The official government tally is 241 dead, including civilians and soldiers. | <urn:uuid:b7d7b8ea-de05-46db-bd21-f48c5f23a8e3> | CC-MAIN-2015-48 | http://blog.seattlepi.com/thebigblog/2009/05/30/event-marks-20-years-since-tiananmen-square-crackdown/ | 2015-11-28T04:28:29Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-48/segments/1448398450762.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20151124205410-00042-ip-10-71-132-137.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.968858 | 178 |
My card today features the flower outline stamp from the Stampin’ Up! Color and Contour Stamp Set. The card is quite simple and a great way to introduce beginner stampers to the joy of easy stamping. The white centre panel has been sponged using the Blending Brushes, using Polished Pink, Calypso Coral and Daffodil Delight. You can see the live demonstration of me making this card here. And don’t forget you can place your order for any of your Stampin’ Up! necessities any time on my online store.
I am very excited to be able to announce that I am once again a member of The Male Room Design Team. I was a part of this fantastic team in the past, and am so happy to be back on the team and taking part in sharing masculine project inspiration every month. This month, the theme is Food.
This one certainly challenged me, simply because I don’t have a lot of food related crafty stuff, at least not that I can use for masculine projects. So I have used the Forever Grapevine stamps set, and since I personally love, love, love grapes, especially around Christmas, grapes are my food choice!!
I wanted to create a more vintage style look for this card, so some tearing and sponging, and the leaves have been brushed with some water to blur the vein lines.
And those gorgeous metal corners, are unfortunately retired, but I still have some in my stash!!
So I hope you will pop over the The Male Room and say hi, maybe share a masculine project you have made. We are also on Facebook and Instagram, so make sure to like, comment and join us for all the inspiration there. Happy stamping! Chris
I spent most of my morning creating this piece, which I’m not quite sure what to call. It’s not really mixed media because it’s all the same techniques we would use on cards. I have made it for a local art gallery which is having an exhibition where everything that is displayed must be 8 x 8 inches. So I started with a piece of very heavy card, the type that sometimes comes in with the Specialty Designer Series Papers, which I cut to 8 x 8 inches, and also cut one of my pieces of Basic White cardstock the same size (the very same Basic White that I am trying not to use too much of right now!!). I have sponged the edges with Crumb Cake ink, and then a heap of sponging with daubers over a decorative mask which was actually the front of a retired laser-cut card. So heaps of sponging and stamping, and then watercolouring the Prize Peony. For that I have used Stazon Black ink onto Watercolour Paper, then coloured with ink and the Water Painter. The ink colours are Old Olive, Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral and Polished Pink.
I have also used some retired Designer Series Paper and ribbon, the Timeworn Type Embossing Folder, Very Versaille Stamp Set and Beauty of Tomorrow Stamp Set and matching Dies.
Today was the first of my Facebook Live streams that I am calling Masculine Mondays, my plan is to make a masculine project live at 10am every Monday morning ( Eastern Australia Daylight Savings time). Masculine Cards and projects seem to be something that many people struggle with so I hope I can share some ideas and inspiration.
I realise that many people are unable or unwilling to get out to cardmaking and scrapbooking classes right now, so I will be sharing more online.
I would love to go live on my YouTube channel but I need 50 followers there first, so jump on and subscribe to my channel, get your friends to as well, and then I will be able to share more with you on YouTube.
In the meantime, here is the link to this morning’s Facebook live.
And here is the card, featuring the Meadow Dies and Cork Speciality Paper.
The colours I have used are Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Pumpkin Pie, and Very Vanilla, and the label is from the Tasteful Labels Dies. Here is a link to order the gorgeous Meadow Dies from my online store so that you can create this card.
I do! I can admit it. I love the products. I love the community. I love the culture. I love the acceptance. I love that everyone helps each other. And I would love to find some new team members to add to my Stampin’ Up! family, so that you can experience it, too. And it’s a fantastic time to join us, for the next two days it costs just $130 to join and get your choice of Stampin’ Up! products to the value of $235. What’s not to love?
If you don’t want to run a business, that’s ok too, you can join to get a discount on your products, after all, paying $130 to get and an extra $105 of freebies is definitely worth it! Especially when you get to choose which products you want.
Unfortunately I can only accept Australian team members, however if you are anywhere in Australia and would like to know more, please reach out to me by email at firstname.lastname@example.org or if you just want to jump straight in and join up, here is the link to do that online.
Jump in and make the most of this fantastic special. Happy stamping! Chris
My son started learning to sail a few years ago, and loved it straight away. He’s a natural and sailing is the highlight of his week. So every Saturday we head to the nearest lake where the club get together for some races, or sometimes just a friendly sail.
Today wasn’t the best weather for it, in fact we’ve had a few weeks in a row where it’s been cold, raining and very windy, and today was no exception! But they go out anyway.
Needless to say, I don’t get any time for crafting in a Saturday, although sometimes I take some crochet to do.
But I will share a quick and easy card that I made using the BlackBerry Beauty Ephemera Pack.
The card uses just four elements from the Ephemera Pack with some of the matching Designer Series Paper behind them. Cardmaking couldn’t get any easier than that!!
In my post yesterday I shared some cards using Designer Series Paper, including a bright and cheerful birthday card. Today’s card uses the reverse side if that same paper, from the Host DSP called Pattern Party.
The black and white flower patterned paper has simply been coloured using Flirty Flamingo Stampin’ Blends. Another quick and simple card.
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Because of your support, Kylar Stern has made it to Round 5 of Suvudu’s Cage Match, defeating Erevis Cale in battle last week (go HERE for details). Now he’s facing Terry Pratchett’s amazing Granny Weatherwax. It’s up to you if you want Kylar to advance to the next face-off!
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When you have decided to get a brand new car, you must be sure to get the right car insurance for it before you drive it home. There are plenty of options out there for you and in Van Horn, Texas, there are multiple ways to save. You will find that you have a world of savings at your fingertips when you decide to do the research and shop around for car insurance.
Requirements for Car Insurance in Van Horn, Texas
In the state of Texas, you must be able to pay for any accidents that you have caused while driving. This is why you need to make sure that you have some sort of car insurance. It is mandatory for all drivers to have a form of liability insurance. The most basic form of liability insurance is all that you need to drive legally in the state.
Liability insurance can come in quite a few forms. Most drivers will consider buying more than just the basic liability insurance. This will keep you from ever being sued by another driver. Bodily Injury Liability is one type of car insurance that you may want to invest in. It will pay for the accident and any injuries that the driver and passengers of the other car. It is important that you protect yourself and others while driving your car.
Finding the Cheapest Car Insurance in Van Horn, Texas
Some of the lowest prices for car insurance in Van Horn are $784 to $899 per year with the average rate staying around $979 and the highest rate at $1,078 per year. There are agencies that are willing to help you out with the cost of your car insurance and depending on your driving record, you may be able to get some great discounts.
How Much Insurance Should You Buy
We have already established that you need liability insurance, but how much more do you need? Are you a safe driver or a reckless driver? Do you have a sports car or a minivan? All of these questions will determine your rate, but also determine how much insurance to buy. Most people will buy Collision and Comprehensive along with basic liability. These will cover any damage to your car and if your car is stolen, it will be covered as well.
What To Know About Car Insurance Before You Buy
One rule of thumb about buying car insurance is that you should never let it lapse. If you are driving without car insurance, agencies will see you as a risk. When you go in for a quote, you will see that the rate is much higher than the previous year. Always make sure to get your car insurance before your policy expires to keep your rate down.
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It is quite important that you have normal visits to a dentist. This is to help avoid a great deal of dental problems. Consequently, you should usually keep up with normal appointments to a dentist. The intervals between appointments vary based on a number of factors. However, if you experience particular issues with your teeth, you ought to not wait to see your dentist in Ft. Lauderdale. This is because these are circumstances that contact for immediate dental work and you require to routine an appointment.
Find out if there is a dental school in your region. They are superb resources of good practicing dentists. Call them up and get the names of the practicing college associates.
D is for Dentures. Total or full dentures are for people who have lost all their teeth, partial dentures are “bridges” of untrue tooth which are usually fixed in location. They can’t be removed for cleansing, but they look much more natural than total dentures. Nevertheless, they can only be worn by people who nonetheless have some tooth of their personal adjacent to the bridge for support.
An ceramic braces is the dentist that specializes in this issue. Whether or not your tooth are protruding, overlapping every other, or causing you to have a bite that is off, these specialists know how to deal with the issue. In some extreme instances even surgical procedure on the jaw has to be carried out. Most dentists will want to wait around till the full set of 2nd teeth are in.
After you’ve maneuvered the racket of textbook-buying, paying tuition and rent for four many years, earning the essential credits, and nonetheless taking pleasure in lifestyle, phew, if you make it to 25 then you’re established, you can do anything. Supplied somebody will spend you to do it. Ta da! I graduated, no 1 wants me!
With a significant proportion of populace in the age team of what we contact children, there is a steady rise in the demand for great Pediatricians. Therefore they make around $153,300 annually.
Many people, especially grownups, are selecting Invisalign simply because it is a distinct solution that people prefer. It’s completely acceptable for a thirteen year old to have braces simply because it’s what people expect. Now someone in their 20s, 30s, 40s or even more mature – nicely, that’s a different tale. No one wants to face the shame that they have to wear braces.
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Razorfish is excited to collaborate with a widely acclaimed artist like AM. AM's smart and engaging music captures the essence of the Razorfish brand.
Chicago, IL (PRWEB) October 7, 2010 -
Razorfish today announced that indie musician AM, who has released "one of the great pop albums of the year," according to the U.K. Sunday Express, will perform for 700 Razorfish clients and employees at the 10th Razorfish Client Summit on October 13. His appearance is part of an ongoing co-branding relationship formed between Razorfish and AM.
At the Razorfish Client Summit, creative and marketing executives from the world's leading brands discuss the state of the art in marketing, technology and design. Guest speakers include Brian Dunn, CEO of Best Buy, and Mike Boylson, CMO of JCPenney.
At the event, Los Angeles-based AM will draw from his diverse music catalog, including his latest album, Future Sons & Daughters, which recently received a four-star rating from Q magazine in the United Kingdom.
According to Q, "AM displays a rare talent, juggling everything from steamy tropicalia, to acoustic ballads, to shimmering '702s pop."
AM and Razorfish continue to deepen a strong co-branding relationship, marking the first time Razorfish has worked with a musician in this capacity. To help AM gain exposure to potential fans and marketing partners, Razorfish is undertaking actions such as providing marketing counsel, streaming his music to 2,000 Razorfish employees across its offices and inviting him to perform at the Client Summit. To distribute AM's music across Razorfish offices, Razorfish and AM have also created a StickyBits application through which Razorfish employees use their mobile devices to download his music from barcodes embedded in post cards.
Razorfish and AM also recently launched a "Design a Poster" contest on http://www.creativeallies.com that invites artists, photographers and designers to nominate original designs for a poster to promote the vinyl release of Future Sons & Daughters. The winning design, judged by AM, his fans and Razorfish Vice President of Experience Design Andrew Crow, will be used in the promotional campaign.
AM said, "I'm always open to new ways to connect with people who will discover my music. Razorfish has been great at bridging the gap between my artistic sensibilities and aesthetic and the world of marketing."
David Deal, vice president of marketing for Razorfish, said, "Razorfish is excited to collaborate with a widely acclaimed artist like AM. AM's smart and engaging music captures the essence of the Razorfish brand."
Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, AM combines several musical styles including pop, soul and R&B, tropicalia, British Invasion, and '60s psychedelia on Future Sons & Daughters. His music has been likened to Beck, Jeff Tweedy and Jim James of My Morning Jacket. AM recently toured with French electro-pop kings Air and indie chanteuse Charlotte Gainsbourg. Throughout the fall, he is touring in the United Kingdom and opening for Muse on the main stage at the Voodoo Festival in New Orleans Halloween weekend. His music has been featured on TV shows such as Friday Night Lights, Big Love, MTV's The Real World and Ashton Kutcher's move Spread. You may learn more about AM on amsounds, iTunes, MySpace, Facebook and Twitter. AM's fall tour dates are as follows:
October 10: Culture Collide Festival Los Angeles
October 18: Vicar Street, Dublin, Ireland
October 19: Forum, Waterford, Ireland
October 20: Academy, Birmingham, U.K.
October 21: ABC, Glasgow, Scotland (SOLD OUT)
October 22: U.K. TBA
October 23: Academy, Manchester, U.K.
October 24: Academy, Bristol, U.K.
October 25: Shepherds Bush Empire, London (SOLD OUT)
October 26: Water Rats London, U.K. (AM headlining)
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Nearly a year after he was arrested, a Davis teen accused of a double murder changed his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity on Monday.
Daniel Marsh, 16, is accused of torturing and mutilating Oliver "Chip" Northup, 87, and his wife, Claudia Maupin, 76, inside their Davis condominium.
Mash, who sat quietly in the jury box awaiting the start of the status conference, was later joined by Public Defender Ron Johnson.
Johnson told Yolo County Superior Court Judge David Reed that Marsh wanted to change his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity.
Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney Michael Cabral said that Marsh is required to enter the plea himself. Reed spoke directly to Marsh, asking if he agreed with the plea that his attorney put before the court. "Yes, your honor," Marsh said before the plea was officially changed.
Under the new plea, Marsh will need to be interviewed and evaluated by two psychological professionals, who will be determined at another hearing at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday in Department 6. There is also a trial readiness conference scheduled at 9 a.m. on June 9 in the same department, while the trial is scheduled to start at 9 a.m. on June 16.
This is the second time the trial has been continued. Marsh's first trial date of March 10 was postponed to April 14.
Marsh is charged with two counts of first degree murder with enhancements for using a knife. He faces 25-year prison terms for each murder count.
The murder took place April 13, 2013 and Marsh was arrested on June 17, 2013 in Davis. Though Marsh was 15 at the time, he is being tried as an adult.
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The Showboat Branson Belle is an exceptional way to enjoy Table Rock Lake; it features amazing meals for lunch or dinner cruises, an incredible live show, and the opportunity to view the lake and surrounding scenery from its decks.Read more about Table Rock Lake and view its lake map.
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Lake Taneycomo - Makes Branson Famous for Trout Fishing!
After the White River was tamed with the construction of Table Rock Dam in Branson, and Powersite Dam in neighboring Forsyth, it essentially turned the river below Table Rock into a lake, known as Lake Taneycomo. This 22-mile stretch of water, covering 2,080 surface acres, runs from Branson to Forsyth's Powersite Dam.Read more about Lake Taneycomo and view its lake map.
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Bulls Shoals Lake...rounding out the "Tri" in Branson's Tri-Lakes!
Bull Shoals Lake begins once Taneycomo flows over Powersite Dam. Bull Shoals, a warm water lake, spans 45,000 acres and boasts nearly a one-thousand mile shoreline surrounded by deep forest land. It's known for excellent bass fishing and other water recreation; fewer Branson visitors find their way to Bulls Shoals, so finding your own little spot to spend the day is easy on this scenic lake.Read more about Bull Shoals Lake and view its lake map.
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A table called Sally: Part 1
As you know from last week, I recently picked up a bedside table from the Salvation Army. A total steal at £3. Upon the realisation that I am simply too old to have horses on my bedside table (on second thought, are you ever too old for that?) I’ve decided to give the whole thing a DIY makeover. Now, in the interest of honesty I feel like I should tell you that I am by no means a DIY expert. That being said, without further adieu here’s part one of my foray into furniture restoration. I hope you’ve gone foraging too and are ready to start your own project.
Given that I am no expert, my first stop was the hardware shop. I went to one near my childhood home. I know the chap who owns the place and unlike me he is an expert in all things DIY. I suggest you make a stop to see your local man (or woman, let’s not be sexist) before starting, I hear different woods need to be stripped in different ways so best to seek advice before destroying yours.
Anyway, resident DIY expert, Campbell informed me that for this stage all I would need was some all purpose paint and varnish remover, a paint brush, a scraper and some sandpaper. Here we go.
2. Liberally apply the varnish remover using a dabbing action. I bought a 750ml can of Nitromors for £7.95 and used a little less than half.
5. Sand it down. I found that while the remover did a good job at well, removing, there was still a bit of varnish in places so the whole thing needed a smoothing out to ready it for painting.
But that’ll have to wait ’till next week. I’m all DIY’d out for today. I think I may have developed DIY elbow from sanding but I think I’m getting the hang of it. I’ll be ready for Grand Designs next week.
Let me know how your getting on with your restoration project!
NB. In honour of it’s place of purchase I’ve decided to call the table Sally. I think she looks like a Sally, don’t you? | <urn:uuid:e2c915ad-63f1-4a9f-bdf0-63f63e9b4325> | CC-MAIN-2016-22 | http://www.mabelslog.com/2012/01/a-table-called-sally-part-1/ | 2016-05-24T23:21:45Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-22/segments/1464049273946.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20160524002113-00073-ip-10-185-217-139.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.964523 | 488 |
Conditions in civilian prisons, which were under the Ministry of Justice, remained harsh and life-threatening. Poor sanitation, malnutrition, disease, and lack of medical attention resulted in dozens of deaths. Prison guards routinely threatened, beat, and sometimes tortured prisoners to extract confessions or to extort money, although there were fewer such reports than in previous years. All prisons were overcrowded. Conakry Prison, for example, held 1,280 prisoners at year’s end, although it was built to house 300.
A local NGO reported that half of the female prisoners in Conakry Prison had been beaten or abused during the year. One NGO reported that prison guards regularly exploited and harassed girls under the age of 18 by demanding sexual favors in exchange for additional food or water.
Neglect, mismanagement, and lack of resources were prevalent. Toilets did not function, and prisoners slept and ate in the same space used for sanitation purposes. Access to drinking and bathing water was inadequate. Many prisons were former warehouses with little ventilation. Temperatures were stifling, and electricity was insufficient. Although some prisons replaced tin roof panels with transparent ones, most prisons were dark.
NGOs reported endemic malnutrition throughout the prison system, which did not provide food or medicine to inmates. Prison directors relied on charities, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and other NGOs to provide food for inmates. Most prisoners reported eating one small meal a day consisting primarily of rice and sauce, although some prisoners reportedly received two daily meals. Some inmates relied on assistance from families or friends to maintain their health, but relatives often abandoned prisoners due to the difficulty and cost of travel to the prisons. Guards often demanded bribes in exchange for delivering food to inmates and routinely confiscated prisoners’ food.
Inmates were not tested for HIV/AIDS upon entry into the prisons, and no statistics on HIV/AIDS infection rates were kept. Lack of medicine in prisons, combined with endemic malnutrition and dehydration, made infection or illness life threatening. In several regions prisoners with tuberculosis were held together with uninfected inmates.
Although the Ministry of Justice administered civilian prisons, military officers and guards--along with untrained and unpaid volunteers who hoped for permanent entry into the military--managed and staffed the facilities. This system was difficult to manage and particularly vulnerable to corruption and abuse. Some prisoners exercised more power than the guards, controlling conditions and cell assignments and providing better conditions to prisoners who were able to pay. There were reports that some prison administrators followed directives from their military superiors, even when they were in conflict with orders from the Ministry of Justice.
NGOs estimated that 4,000 prisoners (including between 50 and 100 women) were incarcerated in 32 civilian prison facilities nationwide. Statistics on incarcerated minors held nationwide were unavailable, but a local NGO reported that of 130 minors incarcerated at Conakry Prison, 14 had never been formally charged or tried, several had been imprisoned for more than six years, and others had grown up in the prison. No information was available on the number of children incarcerated with their mothers nationwide. The government did not provide for children’s food, clothing, education, or medical care in prison.
In most prisons men and women were held separately, but juveniles generally were held with adults in prisons outside the capital. Pretrial detainees were not separated from convicted prisoners, and the prison system often was unable to track pretrial detainees after arrest.
Conditions in military prisons, which were under the Ministry of Defense, could not be verified since the government denied access to prison advocacy groups and international organizations.
Gendarmerie detention facilities commonly were used to hold civilian detainees while they were being processed for transfer to civilian facilities. Such temporary detention could last anywhere from a few days to several months. Like prisons, gendarmerie facilities were dank and fetid, although some facilities--such as those housing persons suspected of involvement in the attempted assassination of President Conde--were better constructed and had light and ventilation. The government allowed international organizations and NGOs access to prisons run by the gendarmerie.
Prisoners and detainees were not permitted reasonable access to visitors or granted religious observance. Prisoners and detainees have the right to submit complaints, but seldom exercised that right due to fear of reprisals by prison guards and the gendarmerie. Prison authorities did not investigate credible allegations of inhumane prison conditions, and the government did not investigate or monitor prison or detention center conditions.
The country had no ombudsman to serve on behalf of prisoners and detainees to consider alternatives to incarceration for nonviolent offenders, monitor the status and circumstances of confinement of juvenile offenders, or improve pretrial detention, bail, and recordkeeping procedures to ensure prisoners were not held beyond their maximum sentences. Nevertheless, the Association for the Support of Refugees and Displaced Persons in Detention, a local NGO that maintained offices in all prison facilities, regularly interceded with the Justice Ministry and prison officials to alleviate overcrowding, improve pretrial detention, and keep judicial processes moving without the commonly used tactic of bribery. While prison conditions remained grim, such interventions resulted in some improvement, such as the provision of reed mats for sleeping and the distribution of meat during holidays.
The government permitted prison visits by local humanitarian and religious organizations that offered medical care and food for those in severe need.
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ROBERT IRVINE’S BACK WORKOUT
The following workout appears in Robert’s Book, Fit Fuel. You can buy it at www.fitfuelbook.com.
General Warmup: Perform 20-30 minutes of cardio on an elliptical or machine of your choice. Get your heart rate up between 65% and 75% of your maximum heart rate (MHR = 220 – Your Age)
Targeted Warmup: Band Pull Apart, 2×25; Bodyweight Squat, 2×25
Band Pull Apart Description: Grab an elastic band with both hands and pull it apart, initiating the move from your shoulder blades. The band will stretch across your chest until both arms are fully extended. Slowly return to the start position.
Bodyweight Squat Description: Stand with your feet slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and both hands in front of you or behind your head. Squat low to the ground, making sure your thighs get at least parallel to the floor. Engage your glutes as you stand back up.
Deadlift – 4 Sets, 8-10 Reps
Seated Cable – Row, 4 Sets, 12-15 Reps
Lat Pulldown – 4 Sets, 12-15 Reps
One-arm Dumbbell Row – 4 Sets, 12-15 Reps (each)
Barbell Bent-over Row – 4 Sets, 10 Reps
Deadlift: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart in front of a loaded barbell. Squat low to grab the bar with an alternating grip—one hand overhand, one hand underhand. Keep your back flat and eyes forward as you drive your heels into the floor to stand up.
Seated Cable Row: Attach a double-D handle to a seated cable row machine and sit on the pad. Keep your back flat and initiate the pull from your shoulder blades. Row the handles to your sternum, then slowly return to the starting position.
Lat Pulldown: Sit facing the weight stack at a lat pulldown station, with your knees secured comfortably underneath the knee pads. Grab the bar with a wide grip, and pull the bar down with your lats, initiating the pull with your shoulder blades.
One-arm Dumbbell Row: Set your right knee on a bench with your left foot kicked out wide to create a stable base. Set your right hand on the bench to create a flat table with your back, and hold the dumbbell in your left hand. Row the weight to your shoulder, pulling with your back and biceps. The move is finished when you’ve rowed it to your shoulder. Pinch it there for one second, then slowly return your arm to a fully extended position. Repeat for the prescribed number of reps on your left arm, then switch and immediately do the same number of reps with your right arm.
Bent-over Barbell Row: Stand holding a loaded barbell with a double overhand grip. Bend over so that your torso is leaning forward at a 45-degree angle with the barbell hanging at your knees. Keeping your back flat, row the barbell to the base of your sternum. Hold it there for a beat, then slowly return to the starting position. | <urn:uuid:ac5f0deb-470f-4b94-9d45-939303d45bcc> | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | https://fitcrunchbars.com/robert-irvines-back-workout/ | 2018-04-26T03:49:11Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125948064.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180426031603-20180426051603-00526.warc.gz | en | 0.88509 | 661 |
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For some reason, I've been getting a lot of hatemail lately. I don't think that I've really changed anything or done something different that would garner that attention.
Maybe it's because these losers don't have a hangout anymore.
Anyway, my favorite ones always ask if my site is a parody or something like that. *Chanelling Glenn* HEH!!! Here's an example from Patrisha:
Is your website serious, or is this all a big joke? I admit that I'm a democrat, and with that I think it's safe to say that I'm also not a retard. Please do a little more research before you blindly post bullshit about John Kerry. You look like an ignorant fool. Even though you being a republican would have proven that point already.Or I get the people with too much time on their hands where they want to debate endlessly about John Kerry. Here's one from yesterday from David:
For more facts about both candidates, please refer to www.pickyourpresident.com.
Don't be a douchebag.
If you are a real man, you would answer me about why you would vote for an oil whore like bush. Or list ten reasons why you would vote for the cartel.I used to enjoy responding to emails like that by actually trying to convince someone with logic, but most of these people have only imaginary friends and just want to keep the debate going. So I don't respond anymore.
If you don't answer, youll just prove my point.
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CV100 biteplate cushion loop facebow
CV100 biteplate cushion loop facebow “The Shock Absorber Cervera style” facebow
The biteplate facebow is a unique appliance. It is also known as a
Cervera style bite plate facebow. The biteplate facebow has been
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deep overbites. It is used in Class II Division I cases to
simultaneously intrude upper and lower anterior teeth, retract upper
anterior teeth, and move posterior teeth distally. It is often used in
mixed dentition cases. The biteplate facebow is similar in design to the
conventional cervical facebow with the addition of an inner bow metal
plate. The plate presses against the maxillary incisors and prevents the
patient from fully closing, thus acting as a biteplate. The optional
retraction elastic is controlled by an optional wire hinge to eliminate
The cushion loop facebow, invented and patented in 1963 by Dr Lawrence F. Andrews, solved the outer bow breakage problem of many facebows with the shock-absorbing loop. It has stood the test of time as the finest commercially available since 1963. Ortho Kinetics has been manufacturing the cushion loop facebows since 1996 in our USA manufacturing facility.
We offer the gingival loop style in several sizes. (Custom orders can be accommodated)
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CV100 biteplate cushion loop facebow Adjustment Loop Options:
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Two recent posts, one on Slate by columnist Rich Juzwiak and the other on Vice by writer Harron Walker, advise women thirsting for bi dick on whether it's cool to cruise gay/queer men for satisfaction.
Each dispense wisdom worth reading and discussing, with Walker's column picking up on the conversation started by Juzwiak.
Screenshots of both and links below. Follow both on social media for more from two of the best writers on all things queer out there.
"I’m a Heterosexual Woman Who’s Politically Opposed to Heterosexuality. Who do I date?" by Rich Juzwiak on Slate. Follow Rich on Twitter @RichJuz
"So, You're a Straight Woman Who Wants to Pick Up Bi Men" by Harron Walker on Vice. Follow Harron on Twitter @HarronWawker | <urn:uuid:2b22778a-572c-4c95-869d-167945b566cb> | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | https://perfectfitbrand.com/blog/archive/2020-02/ | 2023-03-30T08:47:32Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949107.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330070451-20230330100451-00781.warc.gz | en | 0.89812 | 185 |
12:45 pm - 01:30 pm
Updates on CMMI Medicare Advantage and Part D Models
This session will provide updates on CMS Innovation Center’s latest initiatives for improving quality of care and reducing health care costs for Medicare beneficiaries, including the Part D Senior Savings and Medicare Advantage Hospice Benefit Models.
Deputy Director, Seamless Care Models Group, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMMI)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
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The AP reported last night that Van Jones, the environmental activist and founder of Green for All, has been tapped to serve as a “special adviser for green jobs, enterprise and innovation” in the Obama Administration. Elizabeth Kolbert profiled Jones in January, and reported a key moment, in February 2007, when he caught the newly elected Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s attention during a meeting of interest groups:
“I knew I had to do something to get the room back,” Jones told me. Pelosi said that they had to leave for a press conference. Were there any last questions? Jones raised his hand. “I said, ‘My question is: Will you say four words at the press conference?’ And she just kind of looked at me. So of course at this point everybody in the room started to lean away from me.
“I said, ‘If you say these four words, I guarantee you that you’ll keep the Democratic majority in the House for the next twenty years. If you say these four words, you’ll expand the coalition around global warming in a way that nobody even thinks is possible. If you say these four words, you’ll give help and hope to people who haven’t had any for a long time.’ Finally, she said, ‘Well, what are the four words?’ I said, ‘Clean Energy Jobs Bill.’ ”
A little while later, at the press conference, Pelosi called Jones up to the microphone. “We’ll say it together,” she said. “Clean Energy Jobs Bill!”
From that point, the Clean Energy Jobs Bill progressed much along the lines of, as Jones put it to me, “an after-school special.” Jones had had only a vague idea what the four words meant; Pelosi’s interest inspired a rush to get legislation drafted.
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2009 - Vol. 29
Crucifixion by Michael
Happened on the Cross?
John of Damascus
nothing else except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ has death been brought
cross all these things have been set aright...
sin of our first parent destroyed,
power given us to despise the things of this world,
road back to the former blessedness made smooth,
gates of paradise opened,
nature seated at the right hand of God,
we made children and heirs of God.
is a seal that the destroyer may not strike us,
raising up of those who lie fallen,
support for those who stand,
staff for the infirm,
crook for the shepherded,
guide for the wandering,
perfecting of the advanced,
for soul and body,
deflector of all evils,
cause of all goods,
destruction of sin,
plant of resurrection,
a tree of eternal life.
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Happened on the Cross? by John of Damascus
Few Drops of Blood Renew the Whole World, by Gregory Nazianzen
Lamb That Was Slain Has Delivered Us from Death and Given Us Life,
by Melito of Sardis
Death of Death, by Augustine of Hippo
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of Damascus, also known as John Damascene, was born in 676. He was brought
up in Damascus Syria in a Christian family living under Muslim rule. His
father was a government official under both the Byzantine emperor and the
Muslim rulers of Damascus. John received a classical education. His fields
of interest and contribution included law, theology, philosophy, and music.
He was fluent in Arabic as well as Greek. John worked in the Muslim court
until the hostility of the caliph toward Christianity caused him to resign
his position, about the year 700.
Saba Monastery, Judaean dessert
by Shay Shtickgold
moved to the vicinity of Jerusalem and became a monk at Mar Saba Monastery
located in the Judaean desert hills near Bethlehem, 18 miles southeast
of Jerusalem. He taught in the monastery, preached many sermons in Jerusalem,
and wrote both theological treatises and hymns.
he lived in the midst of political and theological turmoil, John wrote
a great deal to clarify true doctrine and to do his part in spreading the
gospel. He is recognized as one of the principal composer of hymns in Eastern
Orthodoxy. His most important theological work, The Fount of Wisdom,
is a summary of Eastern theology. He was a key defender of the use of icons
during the iconoclast controversies.
is considered the last of the Greek church fathers and the first of the
East to formulate a comprehensive synthesis of Christian Dogma. John died
in 749. He worked to the very end and was beloved by his fellow monks and
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Deanna Minich, M.D., IFMCP
Deanna Minich, M.D., IFMCP, has the uniqueness of being an out-of-the-box nutrition professional who sees more to eating than just calories. Deanna has the foundation of a strong science background with her Masters and Doctorate degrees, and a lifelong study of nutrition with her first indoctrination at the age of nine when her mother shifted the family’s faith and food in seemingly radical, yet transformative ways. She has experienced the “spectrum” of activities within the health field, with everything from clinical practice to working in food, lifestyle medicine, and dietary supplement companies, to teaching at universities and health institutes.
A true seeker of truth, Deanna began to study ancient traditions at the age of 18 when she took her first yoga class. She deepened her knowledge by training with medical intuitive, Patrice Connelly, and Lakota Shaman, Char Sundust. She began to realize through her personal journey that science and spirituality can be interwoven to optimize healing, and wrote four books on healing, food, and personal growth. She integrated the two into a system called Food & Spirit (www.foodandspirit.com) – to radically shift people’s relationship with food, eating, and living, and the Certified Food & Spirit Practitioner Program (www.foodandspiritprofessional.com) – to equip practitioners with a structured framework for bringing together the rainbow-colored seven aspects of the self in the therapeutic encounter for optimal healing. | <urn:uuid:336a3799-455f-46c4-bb76-772dc0732362> | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | http://www.mindbodygreen.com/wc/dr-deanna-minich | 2019-08-18T17:46:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027313987.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20190818165510-20190818191510-00327.warc.gz | en | 0.942026 | 321 |
West was arrested during a traffic stop when he was found to have a 9mm and a .357 Magnum, in addition to a shotgun in a guitar case. He pled guilty and was sentenced to probation, community service, and electronic monitoring. Carrying three pieces, including one in a guitar case, all while riding a three-wheeler sounds pretty fucking crazy. Either that, or dude just felt like getting on his El Mariachi steez.
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Approximate Running Time: 30 minutes
She’s a mature blonde lady – sitting on a couch reading a sexy magazine and wishing for some action for herself.
Her imagination runs riot.
Enter a young dark haired girl. She pushes the older woman over the arm of the couch and pulls up her short skirt – revealing an ample portion of bare bottom. Initially using her hand, she causes the creamy white flesh to become red and blotchy – with the signs of bruising occurring.
The older woman cries out – squealing and moaning as the spanking continues.
Then the younger woman bends down, bringing out a paddle from under the couch.
She then uses an assortment of implements on the rosy red cheeks of the older woman.
Bringing out from under the couch some restraints, that she fixes to the wrists and ankles of the older woman – whom she then orders the trussed up lady to lie down on her back, with her legs pulled up in the diaper position – unable to escape or defend herself, she’s at the mercy of her young assailant.
And so the spanking continues until the young girl gauging the right time, removes her own trousers and underwear, she straps onto herself an artificial cock and rams it into the wet engorged pussy of the older woman, thrusting and pushing the cock in and out until the older woman comes to a noisy climax. | <urn:uuid:838acf58-ad2e-4c86-bded-e0f26976e8d9> | CC-MAIN-2016-22 | http://www.spanking.com/review/mature-spanking/ | 2016-05-25T11:01:44Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-22/segments/1464049274756.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20160524002114-00010-ip-10-185-217-139.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.902436 | 288 |
Leisure Suit Larry Reloaded for Android was originally expected to launch May 31st, but a series of delays and setbacks made that date come and go without a release to be seen. The game needed more polish, apparently, and it seems the team has finally gotten it to the level of quality they’d expect. The game hit the Google Play Store with an initial price tag of free, though after a short trial period you’re going to be asked to cough up $10.
Leisure Suit Larry Reloaded is a remake of a cult classic that took the world by storm years ago. The series has fallen a bit by the wayside in recent years, so the originator is looking to revive that with a series of reboots which have vastly upgrade visuals, a great jazz soundtrack and the same charm you’ve come to know and love from the series’ creeper Larry Laffer.
This game features a smorgasbord of sexual innuendos and inappropriate themes so you’ll probably want to keep the kiddos away, but if you’re amused by the antics of Mr. Laffer and you’ve been longing for a proper reboot for this franchise this is the game you want. Give it a try in the Google Play Store. | <urn:uuid:6b03df69-57f5-4436-8de1-15ee0fabef78> | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | http://phandroid.com/2013/07/18/leisure-suit-larry-android-download/ | 2017-02-24T12:31:35Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501171608.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104611-00265-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.962141 | 265 |
Asia Catalyst has published their report The Condom Quandary: A Study of the Impact of Law Enforcement Practices on Effective HIV Prevention among Male, Female, and Transgender Sex Workers in China. Asia Catalyst conducted 74 in-depth interviews with male, female, and transgender sex workers, 18 interviews with key informants, and 517 responses to a survey questionnaire. The research was conducted in three major Chinese cities. The report found that using condoms as evidence of sex work violates the human rights of sex workers.
In Australia, certain sexual acts performed in pornography are deemed offensive and degrading in criminal law. Zahra Stardust demonstrates how performer-producers are resisting government classification and criminal laws by engaging in sex workers' rights activism through creating performer-centered spaces and pioneering best practices labour standards. This article was published as a part of Research for Sex Work 15: Resistance and Resilience.
In New Zealand, the Prostitution Reform Act was passed in 2003. Its purpose is to decriminalise prostitution. Following the Act, the Department of Labour, in cooperation with the New Zealand Prostitues Collective (NZPC), developed the Occupational Health & Safety guidelines for the sex industry. This article looks at the development and effects of the New Zealand approach. It was written by members of the NZPC and was published as part of Research for Sex Work 14: Sex Work is Work.
This research investigates sex workers’ opinions on support services in Berlin, Germany. In Berlin, support services for sex workers range from financial, health and legal support to psychosocial counselling and support with issues of migration, etc. Most are carried out by social workers at NGOs targeted at sex workers. While some of these NGOs advocate for sex worker rights, many aim to ‘rescue’ sex workers and to abolish sex work. The researcher concludes there is a discrepancy between support services demand and supply. This article was published in Research for Sex Work 14: Sex Work is Work.
This Policy Brief is a short summary of evidence for action drawn from: The Right(s) Evidence: Sex Work, Violence and HIV in Asia - A Multi-Country Study and recent key studies and guidance including The Lancet Special Series on Sex work and HIV and the WHO Consolidated Guidance for K
This publication documents the lessons learned from the process of implementing a four-country research project on sex work and violence through the narratives and reflections of those who participated in the research since its inception in 2011. The publication was commissioned by the Centre for Advocacy on Stigma and Marginalization (CASAM) in consultation with APNSW, UNDP, UNFPA and P4P (Asia-Pacific regional offices in Bangkok). Funding for the travel to conduct interviews towards this documentation was provided by UNDP.
The regional report of this multi-country study contains findings and recommendations to address violence experienced by sex workers in Asia. Sex workers experience extreme physical, sexual, emotional and economic violence at work, in health care and custodial settings, in their neighbourhoods and in their homes. This violence denies sex workers their fundamental human rights — to equal protection under the law; protection against torture, cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment; and their right to the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.
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Summer is the season when the gardens are filled with the colors of the flowers and shine under the sun rays. But as beautiful as a garden or a back yard is, a banal or ugly fence will negatively affect its charm.
Some people decorate their fences in various ways, to enhance their visual appeal. Some paint their fences in vivid colors, with cartoon characters or flowers, while others choose to prolong their garden on the vertical planks of the fences, installing stands or pots for different species of flowers and plants. Some creative owners install on the fences colored boxes for birds, or even carve their wood fences in different ways.
With a little patience and skill, these decorative ideas can be easily put into practice.
But before anything else, you should be concerned about decorating your fence without harming it. Protecting the fence starts with knowing the particularities of the material it is made from. Brick or asphalt fences can crack, wood, vinyl and metal can be scratched and stained, while a living fence can be affected in multiple ways. According to Arvada fence company pros, to protect your fence, avoid mechanical shocks, avoid decorations that require the execution of operations that can weaken its structure, and generally avoid performing operations that are not adequate with the material the fence is made of.
Naturally, the first things that attract attention to a house are the fence and the entry gate. Thus, choosing the fence should be a well-calculated decision because, in addition to affecting the aspect of the house, it also interferes with the exterior space. Besides, once installed, a fence is likely to stay there for many years, even until the demolition of the house.
One of the frequent dilemmas refers to the height that a fence should have. The answer is not simple and depends primarily on the role of the fence.
If the main function of the fence is to delimit the private space from the public space, provide protection for children or animals, or simply enhance the appearance of the property, then the best choice may be a not very high fence, but which must be fully functional and visually matching the house. But if you are looking for intimacy, you will automatically need a higher fence. Although it will cover much of the facade of the house, a high fence must still be matched visually with it, by choosing, for example, a model with the same color as the roof. You also have to consider the local regulations before deciding on the height of your fence. You must find out what restrictions exist in your area and which is the maximum legal height of a fence. A well informed residential fence company can help you determine what fence will fit your objective, budget, and neighborhood covenants.
In some cases, the height of the fence is also a matter of style.
Wood is a natural material, so wooden fences are the most exposed type of fences to the elements: sun, frost, moisture, pests and mold affect them directly, so they need constant maintenance and even refurbishing. You do not need any in-depth specialized knowledge to know what you need to do to protect your wooden fence, but sometimes the help of a cedar residential fencing company Denver pro can be helpful.
Before you get started, check if the fence is in good condition. Rain, wind, frost, or even insects and animals can affect the integrity of a fence, so it is advisable to repair the problems before you begin the maintenance operations.
For this you need to check each nail, screw, plank or railing and fix the loose or broken elements. Make sure you also inspect carefully the bottom of the fence, where the planks meet the ground, to identify and potential rot issues.
The next step is cleaning the fence and sanding it (which helps removing scratches and roughness caused by moisture and allows the lacquer/ paint to adhere better). The final step in the wood fence maintenance involves the application of lacquer or paint, with the role of protecting the fence from the weather and the action of pests and enhancing its aspect.
This is really a great innovation in fencing design: modular living fences that can be installed in a blink of an eye, without waiting for them to grow and/ or bloom naturally. It is a great solution for this world that seems to lack patience and be in a hurry all the time.
The system is even more ingenious as it offers great protection. The plant holder is a galvanized steel wire mesh 5 mm thick, guaranteed by the manufacturer for 10 years and with an estimated life span of 45 years. Just perfect to be covered by plants, which will soon mask completely the metal support! Check with a local Denver fence company to see if this is the right fence for your home and garden.
The modular living fence system is perfect – an ideal solution for the protection and privacy of a property or perimeter. On the other hand, it is a welcomed green solution. Every living fence contributes to the reduction of pollution and changes positively the urban landscape, right after installation. It is amazing that it has so many applications, from home fences, to restaurant and cafe screens, exhibition stands, leisure areas, but also to over-ground parking or to the protection of walls and panels on the sides of the motorways. Manufacturers also created these modular living fence systems as a very good solution against vandalism with graffiti.
The color of the fence is just as important as the color of your house’s facade. Whether it is a wooden, brick or forged iron fence, choosing the right color is essential for the overall aspect of your property.
How do you choose the right color for your fence?
Before hurrying to choose the type of fence or its color, you have to realize that the fence is the element that makes the transition between your yard and the rest of the world, between the intimacy of your home and the surroundings. It is one of the first details (if not THE first) that people observe about your house. Therefore, choose your fence installation Denver contractor carefully.
What are the factors that influence the choice of the fence color?
The architecture of the house and the color of the facades influence to the greatest extent not only the type of the fence, but also its color. The fence has to complement the house, both architecturally and chromatically.
The roof of the house often influences the color of the fence. Especially in the case of homes built in a classic or rustic style, the roof and the fence typically have the same color, as do the window frames, while the facades are painted in a different shade.
The garden landscape also influences the color choice of the fence, especially if there are various accessories in the garden. If you want to create an atmosphere as natural as possible, choose natural colors and materials.
Any Thornton business, whether small or large, needs some sort of fencing to delimit its property and to create a welcoming entrance area for guests and clients. Here is how local businesses, whatever their profile or core activity, can benefit from having fences:
- Aesthetic aspects – the right fence can contribute to the integrated appearance of your business premises. If your business building faces the street, you can install a welcoming low fence to delimit your entrance area and you can use taller fences to conceal the areas that you want to display, such as your yard or your warehouse;
- Delimitation on the premises – fences can be used not only to mark the limit between your business property and public areas, but within your premises as well, to control the access of your own team members in specific areas;
- Security – keeping intruders away from your premises is probably the most important role that fences fulfill. Before designing security Thornton fencing, perform a detailed assessment of the security needs of your business and decide about the material to use, the length and the height of the fence with those requirements in mind. To make the most of your business fence, determine whether you need extra security measures, such as surveillance cameras or special, sensor-controlled lighting on the fence.
Installing your own fence might seem like an easy task, especially if the fencing design that you are planning to use is simple. In most cases, the process is fairly simple, indeed, but even so, many property owners who choose DIY fence installation are eventually dissatisfied with the outcome. The reason why DIY fences are sometimes less than perfect is the mistakes and poor judgement during the material purchasing and installation process – here is a list from Metro Fence with some of the most common DIY fencing mistakes to help you avoid them:
- Buying poor quality materials – lower quality material is cheaper, but very often looks just as attractive as more expensive varieties. However, lower quality material is likely to get damaged prematurely, so you should never make that compromise;
- Using fence posts that are too short or not digging holes that are deep enough for installing the posts – the posts will give your fence its stability, so they need to be anchored properly in the ground to be able to withstand winds and storms. Ideally, fence posts need to go down at least one third of their height and they also need to be secured with concrete and gravel;
- Using untreated material for wooden fences – wood should always be treated with suitable, moisture and insect repellent coatings to prevent premature deterioration. Don’t forget to reapply the coatings at regular intervals, too.
Fencing materials are for building durable and resistant structures to give your property all the curb appeal, protection and privacy it needs, but despite that strength, no property owner should underestimate the power of the elements or should neglect regular fencing maintenance and timely repairs. If your fence is well-maintained, the damage that the elements can cause in your fence are likely to be only minor and easy to fix, so here are some tips from a local Brighton fence company for you about how to achieve that durable fence health and how to stay on top of your fence repairs:
- Regular inspections – whatever material your fence is made from, you need to inspect the structure every six months and you also need to clean it to maintain its attractive appearance and to make it easier to detect damage;
- Timely fixes – the damage that you find during your inspection needs to be corrected before it becomes more serious. If you have a metal fence, the damage you should look for is rust, while wood fences tend to develop rot and mildew. In their early stages, both types of damage are easy to repair, but after the repair, you should take care of prevention as well, by applying a suitable coating for protecting your fence from any harm in the future.
The three broad categories that fences can be classified into based on the type of the property they surround are residential, commercial and industrial, but most fencing materials can be used for all three types of applications, so perhaps categorizing fences by the materials they are made from would be more effective. Per Thornton gate and fencing pros, here are the most common materials used in fences:
- Timber – the great, affordable material is easy to use and suitable for creating tall and long fences. Made from natural wood, timber panels are sensitive to moisture and pest attacks if they are not treated properly, but with the right amount of attention, the material makes a durable solution;
- Chain link – the metal mesh might not be very attractive, but it is affordable, easy to install, durable and suitable for fencing in very large areas;
- Masonry – the solution is not cheap, but very attractive and durable. Masonry can be used for building fences that combine several materials, such as stone and metal or stone and wood;
- Steel – another strong and durable solution suitable for any application, steel fences can also feature designs that use multiple materials. If this is your choice, don’t forget that the longevity of steel depends on maintenance and you will need to inspect and treat your fence at least once a year.
In some situations, it is very easy to determine whose responsibility it is to repair a damaged fence – if the fence separates your property from the street and it has been damaged by wind blowing from the direction of your building, the repairs are obviously your responsibility. However, there are much trickier situations, such as cases in which a fence separates two properties and the cause of the damage is not that clear – here are some pieces of information that can help you solve these issues:
- Check the property deeds – most deeds contain information related to the property boundary that the owner is responsible for, so the first thing to do to find out whether you are the property owner who should handle the fence repair is to check the document;
- Establish who caused the damage – more often than not, clearly identifying the culprit for the fence damage is difficult, but you should try, nevertheless. If it turns out that it was your neighbor who caused the damage, the repair is clearly their responsibility.
The best way to avoid disputes arising from fence damage is to agree with your neighbors about the ownership of the fence before any damage affects the hardscaping component. The discussion can take place any time, right after you move in as well as later. Call skilled Arvada fence company professionals for routine inspections and repairs. | <urn:uuid:23c8e273-44a0-409a-87d7-2a0ab14e5772> | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | https://metrofence.net/2019/07/ | 2020-06-04T20:10:02Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347458095.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20200604192256-20200604222256-00007.warc.gz | en | 0.958176 | 2,692 |
Learn everything you need to know about your 30 month old toddler. Track important developments and milestones such as talking, walking, growth, memory & more.
You don't need to enroll your toddler in finishing school to teach her good manners. Proper behavior isn't always expected of a tot (far from it!), but there's no better time to reinforce appropriate social behaviors with your little one. She doesn't need formal lessons -- she needs a good role model and plenty of direction from you.
Above all, remember that you set the example for good manners. When your child observes you being polite, she's more likely to do the same, so watch your Ps and Qs. You can also enlist the help of toddler-friendly characters in books or through music or short DVDs to explain the importance of using manners. (To save time, ask the children's librarian for material for you on your next library visit.) Perhaps the most common place to work on manners is at the dinner table. Start with the basics -- saying please and thank you. Be sure to praise your tot when she chews with her mouth closed (even if just for a moment!), says please and thank you, and doesn't talk with macaroni and cheese in her mouth. Gentle reminders of good table manners will help your child, over time, to show proper etiquette during mealtime. Of course manners also involve demonstrating kindness (or at least civility, in a toddler's case) to others. This means hitting, biting, and pushing are not polite, and instead sharing and speaking nicely are acceptable. Realistically, these unpleasant behaviors should improve as your tot matures, but it's important you are instilling in your child now what is socially appropriate, even if she's not quite ready to share and hug her 2-year-old playmate.
You needed a car seat to bring your child home from the hospital, and when she outgrew it you bought an age-appropriate, forward-facing seat. Maybe you even visited a child-safety technician to help you properly install the new seat (good for you!) and feel confident that you've covered your bases for minimizing your tot's risk of being injured or killed in the car.
But have you?
Even a responsible parent might be surprised to find she's putting her child (and potentially herself) at risk with other, seemingly innocuous driving habits.
Consider what's on the seats and floor of your car. An overstuffed diaper bag, a small umbrella, heavy library books, or your gym duffel -- all can become missiles during a sudden stop or a car crash with potential to seriously injured. Be sure you secure loose cargo and stow smaller objects in the glove compartment or under the seats.
Next, check your windows. Toggle and rocker window switches in cars can be deadly for little kids. Imagine a tot who climbs out of her seat to put her head out the window and call to you. If she puts her knee on the power switch and the window goes up, it can crush her airway. Find out what type of switches your vehicle has and take steps to minimize switch hazards (such as controlling windows only from the front and always knowing where your passengers are before raising or lowering windows).
Wouldn't it be amazing if you could bottle your toddler's energy and use some of it for yourself? Taking care of an active little kid is a big job, and when your toddler's on the go, you might just want to go to bed! Short of draining cup after cup of coffee throughout your day, what's a mom to do to keep herself moving?
Exercise! Surprised? Exercise is a great tool in helping busy moms boost their stamina. It might seem funny to think you have to expend energy to get more energy, but when you take care of yourself you'll feel better and be stronger to meet the day's challenges head-on. The key is finding a fitness plan that works for you and sticking to it. Remember, getting in shape or increasing your fitness level doesn't have to be time-consuming or difficult.
Don't get hung up on when the optimal time is to exercise is. If you have a lunch break during work hours or when your husband is home for lunch, sneak in a quick workout or walk. Schedule activities with your child that will get you moving: Walk to the neighborhood playground, head to the zoo, or even stroll around the mall if the weather is bad. If you're home during the day, get up early for a jog or do a yoga DVD while your toddler is taking her nap.
If you just can't get motivated at home, consider joining a gym with a good-quality child care program. Odds are your toddler will have fun playing with new toys while you take advantage of a morning spin class. A workout buddy also helps you continue your fitness plan. Having a friend to hold you accountable keeps you on track (and besides, it's fun to socialize too)! | <urn:uuid:3c337803-6fde-4399-8c54-cd2cc82c1d76> | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | https://www.parents.com/baby/development/30-month-old-child-development/ | 2020-08-04T02:54:19Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439735851.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20200804014340-20200804044340-00509.warc.gz | en | 0.963643 | 1,018 |
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Ideal for training in Covid testing, this durable, Swab Test Training model is perfect to train healthcare students and staff on nasopharyngeal swab testing for the diagnosis of COVID-19; flu; and other respiratory infections. The model features openings to the sculpted nasal and oral cavities. A nasopharyngeal swab can be passed through the nasal passage, and a standard tongue depressor can be inserted into the mouth to depress the fleshlike tongue and demonstrate strep testing. The see-through Plexiglas cover enables viewers to watch as procedures are demonstrated. A must-have educational resource that is ideal for training as well as for test demonstrations in clinics, test sites, public health facilities, doctors’ offices, and more.
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Before taking into account the symptoms of lymphedema, it is essential to understand this health ailment that people experience. Lymphedema can be defined as the swelling of the limbs as a result of the non-functioning of the lymphatic system. A condition which is known as primary lymphedema may be inherited due to genetic factors and lineage of the individual. The other type of lymphedema is secondary lymphedema, where the patient may acquire the ailment as a result of an injury or obstruction to the smooth functioning of the lymphatic system.
Although lymphedema symptoms are seen mainly in the arms and legs, the ailment can influence any body part. The obvious sign of the disease is a swelling present in the area. The limb may feel heavy due to fluid accumulation. Lymph fluid may build up in the region of the head and neck; there may be skin discoloration or patches appearing on the affected limb. General first impression that the patient gets is a feeling of fullness in the limb. A cut or an injury to the limb treated for cancer could be a trigger for the swelling. An airplane trip may also be the first instance to prompt a lymphedema attack. Symptoms of lymphedema that you would notice are a sudden tightness in the wrist or ankles, restricting movement. Sometimes, it could be difficult to fit into your clothes or a ring or bracelet you could wear easily is suddenly becoming tight.
Many a times, lymphedema is a side-effect of breast cancer therapy. Women who undergo lumpectomy, mastectomy or the removal of lymph nodes in the armpit are prime candidates for the condition. In such cases, there is a change in the pathway of the lymph fluid, which is the reason for the condition. The symptoms may show up at any time after the operation and the condition may aggravate if not treated in time.
Recent studies state that controlled weight lifting may reduce the incidence of lymphedema for women who have had a mastectomy. Weight lifting may provide protective benefits to the affected arm by boosting the strength in that arm and improving circulation. Generally, an exercise schedule is a part of the lymphedema treatment therapy that is recommended by doctors.
Since treatment for cancer may lead to lymphedema, persons who have been treated for cancer are at a high risk for contracting the condition. Hence, such patients must be vigilant to note any symptoms of lymphedema. Treating the problem at the initial stage arrests the progress of the condition. If the symptoms are ignored, the ramifications can be severe and the damage may be irreversible. A nutritious diet with proper exercise plays an important role in maintaining the health of the lymphedema patient. A skin care routine is also essential. Lymphedema patients should protect themselves from any injury as much as possible to avoid the complications that may arise later. Even though there may not be a cure for lymphedema, it can be controlled with proper care and treatment. | <urn:uuid:bbe5e113-7024-482f-a21c-d4ef420cc3db> | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | http://www.signsoflupus.com/early-signs-of-lupus-symptoms/ | 2017-04-29T05:23:30Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917123276.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031203-00455-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.945962 | 620 |
Wall St gurus find predictions game getting harder
By Joseph A. Giannone and Jessica Toonkel
NEW YORK (Reuters) - With every new year comes a new round of bold predictions for financial markets.
Bill Gross, the manager of the world's largest bond fund, kicked off the year calling the current market "paranormal." He forecast a 2012 characterized by "credit and zero-bound interest rate risk.
Blackstone (BX.N: Quote) Vice Chairman Byron Wien, among the securities industry's best known prognosticators, on Tuesday unveiled his latest crop of 10 "surprises" for the coming year. BlackRock (BLK.N: Quote) Vice Chairman Bob Doll is bullish on stocks, while one well-known forecaster declared 2012 too hard to predict and declined to offer a forecast.
Among some predictions: Doll foresees double-digit U.S. stock returns, while Wien sees benchmark oil prices plunging to $65 a barrel.
In the past -- before U.S. housing prices fell and kept falling for the first time since the Depression or the future of Eurozone was at risk -- their educated guesses had a good chance of being right.
But these days, market volatility is the norm and far-flung political events can send U.S. markets into a tailspin. Skeptics contend it is hard to predict what the world will look like tomorrow, let alone 12 months from now.
Indeed, that led Birinyi Associates' Laszlo Birinyi, whose stock market forecasts were widely followed, to tell clients this month that he would not be making predictions this year.
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7:20pm PT by Lesley Goldberg
Eric Stonestreet, HBO Team for Fatty Arbuckle Telefilm
Modern Family star Eric Stonestreet is channeling his inner Fizbo the Clown for HBO.
The actor is attached to star in The Day the Laughter Stopped, a telefilm in development at HBO Films revolving around silent film star Fatty Arbuckle.
John Adams writer Kirk Ellis is on board to pen the project, with Barry Levinson on board to direct the telepic based on the book by David A. Yallop.
Arbuckle (1887-1933) was a silent film star, comedian, director and screenwriter who mentored Charile Chaplin and discovered Buster Keaton and Bob Hope.
The popular comedian also had his troubles: in 1921 Arbuckle was accused of raping and accidentally killing actress Virginia Rappe and was tried for her death three times. Though he was acquitted, the scandal plagued his career and worked sparingly in the 1920s.
The HBO telepic would span his rise to fame and subsequent fall.
"In addition to the fact that I'm from Kansas and he's from Kansas, I just always found it to be such a fascinating and tragic story," Stonestreet told Vulture. "He went from this jolly person who fell down and entertained people into a sexual deviant. It's a true story people don't know about, with a twist."
Ellis, Levinson, Stonestreet, Ron West, Chris Henze, Christine Vachon and Steve Kavovit are on board as executive producers. | <urn:uuid:f9798702-3422-4242-ae3c-46a72af11218> | CC-MAIN-2016-18 | http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/eric-stonestreet-hbo-team-fatty-226040 | 2016-05-03T05:08:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-18/segments/1461860118790.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20160428161518-00020-ip-10-239-7-51.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.976125 | 334 |
All vegetable oils need some level of processing to extract the oil from the plants. However refined vegetable oils, such as canola, soybean, and corn, though convenient and with high smoke points which are great for cooking, have some significant drawbacks both for your health and the environment. We will let you look that one up and decide for yourself whether or not it matters.
But in the meantime, we have some alternatives you might like to try. If you have visited one of our physical stores, you might have noticed we have gone a little wild on cold-pressed oils. These avoid the high-heat and chemical solvents used in refining and preserves the natural antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals of the plant. They taste great too, although of course they are a lot more expensive, but that is a fair reflection of the quality.
Let’s look at some recipes and ideas on how to use cold-pressed oils!
Pumpkin seed oil has a delicious nutty flavour and is rich in phytonutrients, often used in traditional medicine. Great addition to salads and soups.
Black sesame oil is a highly prized oil, especially in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda, for its myriad of health benefits and unique flavor profile.
Flaxseed oil is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acid and offers a plant-based alternative to fish oils for omega-3 intake.
Has all the benefits of the other oils as well as a deep nutty flavour that can elevate any dish. Best used as a finishing oil.
Olive oil and coconut are the two cold pressed oils best suited to cooking at high temperatures. We have a range of these oils, including cold-pressed rainforest friendly coconut oil from Aluan, an initiative on Simuelele Island that Bali Direct Store has been happy to support | <urn:uuid:78f94036-3588-4139-a767-520de11280f9> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://balidirectstore.com/blog/some-thoughts-on-oil/ | 2024-02-29T02:24:35Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474775.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229003536-20240229033536-00100.warc.gz | en | 0.964656 | 378 |
Martha Stewart marks profitable year
February 20, 2008-- Home Textiles Today,
New York – A strong fourth quarter helped Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia cross into black ink for its full year results, posting 2007 net income of $10.3 million compared to a net loss of $17.0 million in the prior year.
Revenues for MSLO were up 14% to $327.9 million.
The fourth quarter included initial royalties from the Martha Stewart Collection at Macy’s, the size of which the company did not specify. Overall merchandising revenues for the quarter were $49.8 million, up 41.5% over $35.2 million in the prior-year period.
The company expects to make more profit on lower revenues in the current year. MSLO cfo Howard Hochhauser said 2008 guidance is for revenues of about $300 million and adjusted EBITDA from $23 million to $28 million.
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Customer Review - Coconix Floor and Furniture Repair Kit: TRY IT, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!
If you have wood floor damages and you want to fix it on your own, with an inexpensive product that is easy to use and can give you the results you desire, Coconix is for you! Do not hesitate because you have the entire Coconix Team at your back ready to give personalized advice if you will need it! Try it and you will not be disappointed, only amazed!
“Fantastic Product for Wood Laminate Floor Repair! Can't say enough about this wonderful product! We have large yet shallow gouges in our wood laminate flooring from our dogs' nails. After doing a lot of research on fixes, I figured we would have to replace lots of individual boards. But lo and behold, Coconix did the trick beautifully! It was easy to use and just required mixing the wood tones to find a very close match. I even basically finger painted the product on and blended it out. There is a very slight sheen that I have not yet buffed out with steel wool but it's barely even noticeable! I truly couldn't be more impressed or thrilled with the results. It's as if we have new flooring. Oh, and customer service is absolutely wonderful too! Try it; you will not be disappointed!” | <urn:uuid:27f636b0-9086-43d9-b600-c0f70275dcf0> | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | https://coconix.com/blogs/leather-vinyl-repair-kit-floor-furniture-repair-kit/customer-review-coconix-floor-and-furniture-repair-kit-try-it-you-will-not-be-disappointed | 2020-09-24T15:25:59Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600400219221.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20200924132241-20200924162241-00092.warc.gz | en | 0.960707 | 285 |
By Casey Cipriani | Indiewire July 25, 2014 at 5:28PM
"Game of Thrones" has finally released a blooper reel, and we nerds couldn't be more happy about it.
The footage was just released at San Diego Comic-Con and appears culled from the series' fourth season, which just wrapped up in June. The reel features Pedro Pascal (Prince Oberyn) nearly setting himself on fire, Peter Dinklage (Tyrion) messing up his often-derided English accent and Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) falling over after trying some nifty swordsman moves.
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The Rev. Lisa G. Fischbeck
Part of our identity as Anglicans is the recognition that there is a connection between what we do in worship and what we believe.The Latin phrase that gives credibility to this is “lex orandi, lex credendi” which can be translated “as we pray, so we believe”. What we do in prayer, in worship, shapes what we believe. And ideally, what we do in worship and what we believe effects how we relate to our fellow human beings and what we do in the world.
The Introduction to the New Zealand Book of Common Prayer puts it this way: Liturgy describes the people of God. Liturgy expresses who we believe we are in the presence of God. Liturgy reveals the God whom we worship. Liturgy reflects our mission.
Now there is plenty to say about liturgy in general and about the Advocate’s liturgy in particular. Plenty to say about how we are a “re-traditioning” congregation. But for the sake of this reflection on Liturgy Matters, I want us to consider two aspects of liturgical expression: 1) what it says about God as both immanent and transcendent. 2) what it says about individual persons coming together to become the People of God, the Body of Christ. And I want to do that by seeing how these two themes are particularly made manifest here at the Advocate — how these themes weave and twist in and around each other throughout our liturgy.
I have a book called Liturgy and Architecture, in which the author points out that you can tell a lot about what a congregation believes by walking into their worship space. What is front and center?The pulpit? Suggests the centrality of the preaching of the Word. The Altar? Suggests the centrality of the Eucharist. The Cross? Suggests the centrality of Christ’s redeeming sacrifice.
Here at the Advocate, we made the decision early on that we would not rent worship space in a conventional Christian church. We probably could have — especially given that we felt called initially to meet for worship on Sunday afternoon rather than Sunday morning. There is no doubt that we could have looked for, and found,a small protestant church around here with pews, pulpit, communion table and organ. But we believed we had a call to consider liturgy and worship anew. And we didn’t want the architecture and furniture to inhibit us.
Now just as a gander of a church’s furnishings can tell you a lot about what the worshippers believe, so does the shape and design of the worship space itself. If the worshippers believe that God is transcendent — out there, up there, away from here — Church architecture draws you up and out and away. The big Gothic Cathedrals, and their imitations, being the prime examples of that. And sure enough, if you spend a lot of time worshipping in a church that has Gothic architecture, you begin to believe more fully that God is out there.
On the other hand, for those who believe that God is immanent — here among us — Church architecture is round or square, drawing the community together, experiencing God in our midst. The Quaker meetinghouses with benches facing each other certainly give this sense. And sure enough, if you spend a lot of time worshipping in a circle, you begin to believe more fully that God is here among us.. One of the hallmarks of liturgical reform in the second half of the 20th century was moving the altar away from the east wall of the worship space. For about a thousand years, altars were placed against the east wall, so that a priest would celebrate the Eucharist with his [sic] back to the people. God was out there, up there. Liturgical renewal revealed that in the early church, the priest faced the people, helping all to experience God among us.
Of course God is both immanent and transcendent — here among us, and way beyond us too. And good liturgy will help us to know and experience both realities. By now you are probably already discerning that the current liturgy and liturgical space of the Advocate tends to point us more towards the immanence of God — God being among us.And we have to work a bit to experience the transcendence of God — God beyond us.
Similarly, there is a balance to be struck between our identity of our selves as individuals, with our own needs, passions, interests, and our identity of our selves as a part of the people of God, the Body of Christ. As Americans in the early 21st century, we tend to have a pretty clear sense of our selves as individuals. We need to work a bit to develop our identity as a people, as one Body with many parts.
Take for example, the “people’s prelude”. Rather than hearing an organ play when you come to the church, you hear people talking. We come together from our individual lives to our life together as a people. And the tension, or the balance, between those two identities begins. Each of us is brings a unique part of the world and a unique expression of the holy into our midst. We bring our concerns, our needs, our gifts, our blessings. We meet one another, we speak and we listen, we take things in. We are reminded that God is in this place, among us. We are here to be and to become, both individuals and a body together.
The bell tolls. It is a bowl actually, a Tibetan singing bowl. Does this make us New Age or Buddhist? No.For us, the rich, deep, lingering tone is used to calls us beyond ourselves. It is our first clue that we are here to worship a God who is not just among us, but beyond us too. Transcendent. Now if the tone helps to make us mindful of the Buddhists of the world, and the plight of the people of Tibet, I think God is fine with that.
Following welcome and introductions, a bit of God among us, and also a manifestation of Christian hospitality (we want first timers to know what’s going on here, and we all can use a reminder…) we move to silence — preparing ourselves in heart and mind to worship God together. That word “together” is important here. Each of us is worshipping God, yes. But rather than worshipping God in our own pew, facing forward, without distraction, we are very much worshipping God together in this place. Hopefully we will each find ways to worship God personally and individually elsewhere at other times. But here… Here we sit facing each other. In fact just about everything we do here, we do facing each other.It’s hard to ignore each other when we face each other. After while, we may actually connect facing each other with what we believe about God and about faith — The way we are distracted by each other can be holy. We are meant to be aware of each other. Being mindful of the other, bumping up against the other, with a small “o”,can serve to make us mindful of the Holy One, with a capital “O”, in whose image we all were created. Being mindful of the other, bumping up against the other, can serve to make us mindful that we are one body, even though we have many different parts. It is good to take the time in silence to prepare ourselves, individually, in heart and mind, to worship God together, as the people of God.
After the silence, we open the Binders to pray and sing together. Binders? What’s with the binders? That’s simple. Well, actually the creation and maintenance of the binders from season to season is not simple. But the reasoning behind them is. It’s not a matter of money — by the time we make all the copies and get all the copyright permission, the binders aren’t really any less expensive that a Prayer Book and Hymnal. And it’s not about the convenience…. It’s just as easy to put books on a cart and wheel them into the closet, as it is binders.
But we use binders because we want to be able to have all that we need in one book — songs and prayers, so that people don’t have to be juggling. It’s a matter of hospitality again. We also want to be able to explore different liturgical resources from around the Anglican Communion for both song and prayer — with the bishop’s permission of course — thereby becoming more attuned to the larger Body of Christ of which we are a part. So season by season, we try different prayers — all with the same elements and order that our sisters and brothers are using throughout the Anglican Communion – and through using those prayers, we experience a connection with Anglicans from New Zealand to Kenya to Iona to the USA. And we use prayers and Psalm translations with language that is a little more gender inclusive — another act of hospitality.We open our binders, and then there is that unusual procession of ours –that procession in which the immanence and transcendence of God are made known. The cross and Gospel are carried through the congregation. Woven in and among and between us all. The cross — the Advocate cross — commissioned by a member of the launching congregation and crafted by a local artist specifically for us and for our liturgy — combines a Celtic Cross with a Christus Rex, or Christ the King. The cross itself is Celtic, with the circle suggesting the eternal, endless nature of God’s love, and also, I believe, the comprehensive nature of Truth, the truth is in the whole (with a w). And Jesus makes it known.
The image of Jesus on our cross is inspired by African images of Jesus — Christ is risen, yet still connected to the cross, and dressed in simple loin cloth — not dressed in the robes of a King. The arms of Jesus are extended in invitation and welcome. Ideally, the cross is carried high in procession. Calling our gaze upward. If we take our noses out of the books for a moment and gaze at that cross, the effect is powerful. And yes, the procession bumps into us. It inconveniences us. That’s important, too. We make way for Jesus. Jesus is among us.
During the Gospel procession, we are invited to touch, kiss or bow to the Gospel as it goes by. This touching of the book is not Episcopalian practice. It’s Jewish. (Only Jews do it with the Torah, not the Gospel.) But again, it calls us to see and know, to honor and adore, something beyond ourselves, a truth that is eternal. And we are mindful that sometimes that truth is easier to hear than others.
Now, every Anglican liturgy includes prayers of intercession, and in the Book of Common Prayer they are called the Prayers of the People. At the Advocate, we take this nomenclature seriously. We are the People of God, the Body of Christ. Which means, yet again, that we are individual members who have come together to be part of one Body. So we encourage the people of the congregation to share their intercessions, through which we learn the concerns that our sisters and our brothers yearn to offer before God, we learn what prayers they offer out of a spiritual discipline. And we pray with them, joining our prayers to theirs. We may not always like what someone else prays. We may even judge it. But God does not put limits on our prayers and neither should we.At the same time, the Prayers of the people are not just the prayers of the individuals. they are the prayers of the people. So as we offer our prayers, we do it mindful of the community gathered around.This isn’t the time for us to self-indulge and engage with God at length and in detail about all the things that anger or hurt us. It is a time to pray individually together, as the people of God. And through the prayers we are further shaped into the People of God, the Body of Christ.
Same thing with our singing. We don’t do much solo singing in our liturgy, and we don’t have a choir. Rather, as with the prayers, we sing individually together. We sing together — with unamplified instruments and a cappella as much as possible. But also ideally in parts, so that differences are made manifest. Here again, we can be mindful of the presence of others, and of ourselves as part of the body, the whole, as we actually hear the voices of those around us, and as we contribute our voice too. During communion we sing simple, repetitive songs, so we can set our books aside and sing prayerfully and mindfully together as we receive the sacrament of Christ’s Body and become the Body of Christ anew. And singing together also serves to help us anticipate the heavenly banquet, where our voices will join with those of the angels and archangels and all the company of heaven for all eternity.
Now, while the official liturgy ends with the dismissal, and we are sent out in peace and in power to do the work God has given us to do, first we have a bridge. We extend the Eucharist as we break bread together and experience the Body of Christ through food and fellowship in this space. Each of us — or most of us — take turns contributing to the food. And the fellowship, which draws us closer together, gives us a vivid experience of ourselves as the Body– a gathering of individuals, shaped into the Body of Christ. This is an essential part of our life together, and I am ever grateful for the hands that prepare the food week by week and those that clean the dishes!
And while our life together concludes with dishes being stacked and the books and things of our worship being stored back in the closet, we go forth from with the symbols and the rites and experiences of this place, this liturgy, within us and among us. We go forth closer to one another and to God who is both close at hand and beyond all knowing. We go forth renewed in our knowledge that we are more than our individual selves — We are the people of God, the Body of Christ, the Church. We go forth more aware of the comforts and the challenges before us, but empowered and equipped to do what we are called to do in the week, the season, ahead. We go forth, in peace and in power, to be Christ’s hands and heart in this world. | <urn:uuid:de70cc23-1479-4954-863a-ff91d9a2d6f7> | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | http://theadvocatechurch.org/?page_id=180 | 2013-06-19T22:12:21Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368709337609/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516130217-00099-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.962332 | 3,060 |
Run Towards is a throwback to the analogue age. No touch screen tech, no apps. We see a solitary runner in a desolate place. Societies rules communicated through a voice on a cassette. How to act, how to behave, how to excel, how to belong. She runs to be free, this story illustrates the protaganists attempts to escape her narcissistic dream.
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After a relatively productive week, Team One took the opportunity to relax a little over the weekend and have some fun.
Michelle was kind enough to lead all of us through a yoga/pilates class on the front lawn both Saturday and Sunday, and luckily no one was attacked by any Marabou storks. These garish-looking birds have up to a 12-foot wingspan and are plentiful around the hotel grounds. They are scavengers and have a proclivity for eaten human garbage (including whole shoes and pieces of metal). They will allegedly attack if you play dead.
One of the many not-so-majestic Marabou storks that lurch around the front of the hotel.
Drs. Leiberman and Hisey rounded with myself, Stanley and Michelle Saturday morning, when we discharged our first few patients of this year’s trip (somewhat of a milestone for us). The rest of the group shopped for groceries at a nearby market place, where they discovered a number of interesting food items, including a Nile perch that one gentleman was butchering. The steaks were enormous.
Nile perch steaks.
A little more familiar to us: whole roasted tilapia – which we eat on an almost daily basis.
These children at the market approached Sherri to ask if she was a fairy; I’m not entirely sure I know the answer myself.
After morning rounds, several of us lounged by the pool for a number of hours. Brian even made some guacamole by the poolside. Later we took a team trip to one of the nicer establishments in the nearby area for dinner – the Igongo Hotel, where we were treated to some lovely barbeque (and yes, some whole tilapia as well). A young couple happened to be holding a wedding ceremony at the hotel that night, and we even danced with a few of them. One of the attendees liked Sherri so much that she even helped herself to Sherri’s cocktail.
Dennis (our driver for the evening): “She is not alone.”
- A colloquialism used to describe an individual who is particularly inebriated.
I can finally cross wedding crashing in Africa off my bucket list.
The team relaxing at Igongo.
On Sunday, we rounded again, discharging several more patients before heading off to a lovely church service with Stanley.
Michelle bonding with one of our pediatric scoliosis patients. The kids seem to love her. She is the one with the lollipop bag, after all.
Stanley’s church, where we attended a beautiful morning service.
In our Sunday best.
While some of us went to church with Stanley, Dr Hisey attended his own “church” – which means, of course, that he went to play soccer. He bought a soccer ball at the local grocery and had fun with some of the youngsters at a nearby soccer field.
After church, we made a trek out to lake Mburo national park, where we took a little safari, spotting zebras, giraffes, impala and other wildlife. We even took a boat tour of the lake, where a large number of hippos and crocs dwell.
Spine Team One looking good in our safety gear on the hippo pontoon tour at Lake Mburo.
We returned home from the lake just in time to see another large, white bus pulling into the driveway. Dr. Holman, Jordan, Alvina and Johann were on board with many more supplies and a fresh look about them. Fresh meat had arrived! We greeted them and helped them unload before dinner.
Johann had one of the best lessons that day:
Johann: “I though Mbarara was close to the airport.”
Quote of the day:
Michelle: “You can never go wrong doing what’s right.”
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Water for Life
With an estimated annual mean rainfall of 2,526 mm, Sierra Leone is one of the most water rich countries in West Africa. In spite of this abundant water supply, only a limited percentage of the country’s population has access to safe drinking water. According to the UNDP (2011), of the 75% (4 million) of the country’s population, which resides in the rural area, only 2% has access to safe drinking water. The rest depend on other unsafe sources such as rivers, streams, wells and standing water bodies for water supply. Hence, the high prevalence of water borne diseases like cholera, typhoid and diarrhoea in the country.
Bearing in mind the threat these diseases pose to the lives of the people, Koidu Limited has taken upon itself to provide the resettled community with safe drinking water, free of charge. At the moment, it is the only community in Koidu and the region with access to pipe borne water. The water, which was tested and certified by the Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO), is sourced from an 80m deep borehole using a reticulation system that pumps the water to a reservoir from which it is distributed to the various standing pipes within the community. | <urn:uuid:786a28f0-25ef-473b-aee1-ab97c4332680> | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | http://koiduholdings.com/sustainability-community-water.php | 2017-03-23T06:11:38Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218186780.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212946-00301-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.956375 | 264 |
Hispanic students did not show up for school in noticeable numbers Thursday and Friday in Alabama following a federal judge’s ruling Wednesday that upheld several provisions of a harsh state law restricting illegal immigration in the state.
The absence of Hispanic students has many education leaders worried that immigrant families are withdrawing their children from school to prevent state authorities from looking into their legal status.
The Pew Hispanic Center says the number of illegal immigrants in Alabama rose 380 percent between 2000-2010, from 25,000 to 120,000, and that illegals represent 2.5 percent of the total state population today.
According to the Associated Press, students in several districts with large immigrant enrollments experienced a drop in attendance by Hispanic students. While numbers are not yet available statewide, the shift was noticeable enough for Casey Wardynski, the public school superintendent of Huntsville, to make an appearance on local Spanish-language television Thursday to explain the new state law and assure parents they “do not have anything to fear.”
The video was uploaded to YouTube and is linked on the district’s website. It is scheduled to run several times each day until Oct. 9.
The anxiety over the enrollment issue is resulting from a ruling by US District Judge Sharon Blackburn who ruled Wednesday that a bill signed into law has several components that pass federal scrutiny, including a provision that requires the state’s public schools to require documentation that shows the legal status of children upon enrollment.
Public school officials are trying to dissuade a mass exodus by telling parents that they will track the legal status of their children only to gather statistical information and that they are not allowed, for privacy reasons, to identify students who may be living in the country illegally.
Paul Horowitz, a constitutional law expert at the University of Alabama’s law school in Tuscaloosa, says the data collection nature of the law “is fairly clever” in circumventing a federal law that prohibits discrimination in public school enrollment and that the state may be using the new provision “as a way to set up a longer-term factual basis for challenging the requirement that children of illegal immigrants be publically schooled.”
According to the new law, each school district in Alabama will now be required to turn in its data to the state’s education department, which will then provide the legislature an annual report showing enrollment numbers and an analysis on how much is spent each year teaching illegal immigrants.
The number of students who failed to show up in school varied, from 200 in Huntsville to 107 in Albertville. Absent students were particularly high in counties with high Hispanic populations.
School administrators said it was their duty to educate their student population, no matter their legal status.
“We are ready to educate these kids. We are held accountable for them,” Mr. Wardynski told the Huntsville Times.
The Obama administration announced Friday it will appeal Judge Blackburn’s ruling to prevent the immigration law from going forward. It filed a motion to stay the order. Blackburn gave the state until Monday to file a response to the request.
Her motion upheld a controversial provision that allows law enforcement officials to detail people suspected of being in the US illegally if they fail to produce proper documentation as well as two others: one that makes it a misdemeanor for any illegal immigrant to have fake citizenship documents and another that requires proof of citizenship when applying for a driver’s license or motor vehicle license plate. | <urn:uuid:f7b4a453-a975-45db-a8f5-7b9e0e494d3c> | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2011/1001/Hispanics-leave-school-in-face-of-Alabama-s-tough-immigration-law | 2019-08-25T11:00:33Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027323328.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20190825105643-20190825131643-00034.warc.gz | en | 0.962143 | 701 |
Today I had an interview with a journalist at a local newspaper
not the first time on that particular newspaper ..
but hopefully a proper article with "proper pictures"
I made a special card for the lady who will be composing the article
the one you see in the pictures .. with my cards too ;)
yeah lollipop flowery business cards hahah
oh .. another thing is ..
I have a JOB interview tomorrow for the first time in the past two years
eh .. I don't think I'll ever get used to those
so it will be another day passing by with misery and unwanted stuff
and all that rubbish
But I do hope that it goes well :)
for many reasons really
My parents are undependable upon
My family is almost non existent
I lost everything in "life"
except paper !!!!
I only have myself to rely upon
"what's new abut that?"
to made what I want happen
I have to do me a make over
what ? Game Over ?
so .. it's called a Gulf Nations DRAMA
with Indian spices or what soever
there's a particular friend who's been very persistent on me doing certain things
or rather getting a life .. :)
this very tiny piece of work goes to my friend
thats about it really
getting ready for tomorrow
a 3 hours drive at least .. God help me | <urn:uuid:e75faf17-699e-4c15-92bd-69b8fbe40e41> | CC-MAIN-2017-30 | http://alfardh.blogspot.com/2010/08/ | 2017-07-29T11:35:17Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-30/segments/1500549427766.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20170729112938-20170729132938-00302.warc.gz | en | 0.945544 | 291 |
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EDIT Edit this Article Home » Categories » Computers and Electronics ArticleEditDiscuss Edit ArticleHow to Fix High CPU Usage Two Methods:WindowsMacCommunity Q&A High CPU usage can be indicative of several different Reply akash March 16, 2015 at 2:10 pm i m using bluestacks, when i open clash of clan , cpu usage goes to 100% usage and system get hanged , also Password Advanced Search Show Threads Show Posts Advanced Search Go to Page... Reply Aniket February 27, 2014 at 4:48 pm I think you need a good antivirus.
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I don't say that the problem faced by you is also like mine because this Problem can be due to other reasons as well .But you may try this metod.Any way Confirming an infection manually is not easy, and for the layman is more guesswork than anything else. Thanks for voting! | <urn:uuid:c7786ebe-cad8-4d0e-9ef4-465b0504c355> | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | http://icshost.org/cpu-usage/laptop-cpu-usage-high.php | 2018-04-23T09:06:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125945940.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20180423085920-20180423105920-00500.warc.gz | en | 0.912937 | 1,565 |
University President Peter Salovey and his bluegrass band were the stars of the inauguration weekend.
As members of the Yale community celebrated Salovey’s inauguration, they had a chance to see him and his band — Professors of Bluegrass — perform at several events on campus. Music pervaded the inaugural festivities: the Saturday inauguration brunch, the inaugural ball and the inauguration ceremony itself featured performances by Yale-affiliated and local musicians. Salovey’s fellow band members and Yale administrators said the presence of music at the inauguration festivities is an indication of his passion for music — a passion they said will create a supportive environment for aspiring musicians at Yale as well as help him stay connected to the student body.
“His mantra is a more united Yale — it’s kind of a perfect thing that he’s showing an example through music,” said Director of the Yale Symphony Orchestra Toshiyuki Shimada.
Oscar Hills, Yale professor of psychology and Professors of Bluegrass’s banjo player, said he thinks Salovey’s enthusiasm is the glue that holds the band together. Salovey’s passion for music and performance will help Salovey connect with students, Hills said, as it gives students a chance to see him as “a living, breathing human being with passions.”
Professors of Bluegrass was founded in 1990 by Salovey and former Yale psychology professor Kelly Brownell. Although some of the band’s original members have left the group, Salovey has remained dedicated to Professors of Bluegrass throughout its history, Hills said.
Salovey’s willingness to perform for Yale students is not only an indication of his approachability and outgoing nature, but also a model for all those involved with music on campus, Shimada said. He added that all music groups should learn from Salovey’s emotional connection with music — a connection evident in his performances.
Director of the Yale Glee Club Jeffrey Douma said Salovey’s continued involvement with music proves that it is possible to practice music while pursuing other fields. Douma said he thinks Salovey’s pursuit of music during his time as a Yale administrator indicates his wide array of interests.
“It’s evidence of a person who understands many different facets of life if you can embrace performing arts and also carry on a career as an educator,” Douma said.
Hills and Shimada agreed that having a president who understands music and performance may attract prospective applicants with an aptitude for the field. Hills said high school students who are bluegrass musicians have frequently approached Professors of Bluegrass members to share their interest in applying to Yale because they know bluegrass music is valued at the University.
“It would seem to me that one good indicator that music is valued at a university is that the president plays it and loves it and performs it onstage,” Hills said. “A student looking for a university in which his or her musical interest is valued would be hard pressed to think that that would not be the case at Yale.”
Professors of Bluegrass performed at the ROMP festival in Owensboro, Ky. last June. | <urn:uuid:cf2d66b9-cc9b-4acb-90fa-b19fafcbbf3d> | CC-MAIN-2014-10 | http://yaledailynews.com/blog/2013/10/16/salovey-entertains-with-penchant-for-music/ | 2014-03-09T07:59:56Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-10/segments/1393999675662/warc/CC-MAIN-20140305060755-00041-ip-10-183-142-35.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.97272 | 669 |
A M4.5 shock rattled Southern California last night. Reports of shaking reached San Diego. The epicenter lies just a few miles from that of the damaging 1987 Whittier Narrows M5.9 quake. Yesterday’s quake, like the 1987 quake, likely occurred on the Puente Hills thrust.
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"What has impressed me is that they are incredible performers and fantastic teachers with a strong desire to encourage budding musicians, young and old alike. From my experience, seldom do these two qualities go hand-in-hand as seamlessly as they do for the Steel City Rovers."
- Kelly M. Smith, AD, Celtic Classic, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Music is meant for sharing. The Celtic tradition was largely an oral one, passed along though countless gatherings around hearths, tables and impromptu social spaces. One of our greatest joys is found not only performing, but in collectively examining and unpacking the intricacies of how our music is constructed and how our Celtic heritage is woven throughout this delightful medium.
We offer educational workshops, seminars and master classes in individual instruments, performance, composition, historical context and a variety of related subjects of interest. The Steel City Rovers combine and draw on the collective wealth of knowledge from several lifetimes' worth of professional musicianship and we believe in the value of fostering the love and knowledge of music in both new and casual players.
We can often be seen leading educational presentations as an on-site compliment to our performance at an event at which we are a featured or headlining act. We are adaptable to a variety of contexts such as schools, colleges, festivals, camps, workshops, churches and private occasions. Contact us for more information on how we can come and share what we know in a way that is relevant to the experience level of the attendees, students or constituents of your specific situation. | <urn:uuid:271ebfbe-1c3d-40c4-8bfd-faa2a4d45be9> | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | https://steelcityrovers.com/educational-programming | 2019-07-20T20:08:53Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195526670.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20190720194009-20190720220009-00438.warc.gz | en | 0.950635 | 311 |
Make a name for yourself, like Jimmy.
You’re 7 minutes away from a page that shows who you are and what you do.
St. Louis, Missouri
Recently relocated from Long Beach, CA back to my hometown of St. Louis, MO. Paraprofessional (ABA TA) for St. Louis County Special School District.
Runner, writer, homebrewer.
BA Education, BA Creative Writing, Webster University
Behavioral Therapist (ABA)
Written for Travelocity, Vast Interactive, Austin Post, Greater Long Beach, CityBeat Long Beach | <urn:uuid:e4b3c49a-03ea-490e-bfb8-346c00a6a501> | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | https://about.me/jjdiii | 2018-05-27T08:51:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794868132.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180527072151-20180527092151-00139.warc.gz | en | 0.84493 | 123 |
This isn’t normally something we would bring to you good people, but A.) we loved (love) Demon’s Souls and B.) the idea of user-created shield emblems in a tough-as-nails RPG is awesome. With that said, Namco Bandai is running a Facebook contest for Dark Souls, the 360 and PS3 spiritual successor to Demon’s Souls, in which contestants submit shield designs from now until July 13 via Facebook.com – Dark Souls. The three winning designs will then be available as post-launch content, and their designers will receive both a copy of the limited edition version signed by game director Hidetaka Miyazaki and their name in the credits.
Up to three designs can be submitted one for each of the three provided templates, after which other fans will vote for their top picks until July 20. The final winners will then be picked by the development team at From Software themselves on July 28.
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Oslo, Norway – August 12, 2004
Opera Software ASA today announced financial resultsfor its second quarter ended June 30, 2004. For the quarter, the Company earnedrevenues of MNOK 110.8, including extraordinary income of MNOK 87.6 received in alegal settlement. Accumulated income for the year was MNOK 132.5, up from MNOK 31.7in 2003.
Ordinary income in 2004 was MNOK 23.2, up from MNOK 19.2 in 2Q03, an increase of20.5%. Accumulated ordinary income for the year 2004 were MNOK 44.9 compared to MNOK31.7 in 2003, a growth of 41.8%. Earnings before interest and tax (“EBIT”) for thequarter ended at MNOK 90, compared to a loss of MNOK 2.4 during the same period lastyear.
Income from Internet devices grew from MNOK 15.3 in 2Q03 to MNOK 16 in 2Q04. Incomefrom Desktop grew from MNOK 4.0 in 2Q03 to MNOK 7.2 in 2Q04. Operating costsincreased from MNOK 17.1 in 2Q03 to MNOK 20.8 in 2Q04.
Cash flow from operating activities was MNOK 99.1 and cash and cash equivalents ofMNOK 235.0 at the end of the quarter.
“We expect the revenue growth to continue in following with increased customer andmarket activity,” says Jon S. von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera Software ASA.
The full quarterly report and today’s presentation to investors can be found atwww.opera.com/company/investors/ | <urn:uuid:0d1556e5-061d-45eb-95f3-fee96e5fca46> | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | https://press.opera.com/2004/08/12/opera-announces-financial-results-q2-2004/ | 2023-10-02T00:40:12Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510942.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20231002001302-20231002031302-00433.warc.gz | en | 0.944776 | 360 |
I don't judge a book by it's cover. I prefer to learn about you for myself, I love tattoos on a man, but, you dont have to have one to be just as attractive. I'm a down to earth girl. I enjoy the simple things in life, and don't take anything for granted. My kids are most important to me, but would enjoy a lil' somethin extra in my life. You may notice I wear makeup, or I get my nails done, but dont let it fool you. You can find me at the campsite, on the boat, at the lake fishing rain or shine. I will EAT DIRT if the venue calls for it!
I am very corny, and have a whacked sense of humor., so yes..I can DISH it...and TAKE it just the same. Please stop by and say hi. I have noticed that I have been put in some people's favorites...but yet, they've never said hi...I don't understand that one. | <urn:uuid:71f940b3-5784-4436-b899-85e8b6743412> | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | http://www.pof.com/viewprofile.aspx?profile_id=8618458 | 2013-12-12T05:00:22Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164491055/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204134131-00000-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.97847 | 211 |
Last month, LG held a big unveiling event in New York City to show off its flagship phone for this year: the G2. It’s one of the first devices here in the U.S. to use Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 800 system on a chip (SoC), and we can’t wait to try it out. Good news for T-Mobile customers: they announced this morning that the G2 will be available for sale in stores nationwide on September 25th (that date sounds familiar…) for $99.99 down (and 24 monthly installment payments of $22.08) and a full price cost of $630.
The G2 will have both black and white color options, with the white model being an online-exclusive. Speaking of online: the G2 is already available for pre-order on T-Mobile.com and is expected to be available on September 18th, a full week before in-store sales.
You should follow Mike on Twitter for more great tech insights and good conversation. Be sure to say hello! You can also keep up with Mike on his personal blog: MikeBeauchamp.me, on Facebook, or on Google+. | <urn:uuid:08c1b390-4b20-4315-9a5d-5841b35e6642> | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | http://www.zagg.com/community/blog/lg-g2-release-date-pricing-tmobile/ | 2013-12-11T17:55:10Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164040899/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204133400-00063-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.930834 | 245 |
Hi there crafty friends, Candice here on the blog sharing a few new products from the latest release at Poppystamps. The new Floral Cake Pop-Up Easel set makes an adorable 2 tiered cake embellisehd with an array of flowers. This die set is perfect for making the one of a kind Cake shaped card that is perfect for celebrating weddings or any special occasion with a cake.
To create this card I used the two cake dies and several of the flowers from the new Floral Cake Pop-Up Easel set. I used this image on an A2 size card instead of making in into an easel card. I love that the Pop-Up easel dies can be used in more ways than originally intended.
For the sentiment on th card I am using the new Say It Big stamp and coordinating die set. Where I stamp the Thinking of You sentiment in versamark ing and heat embossed with gold embossing powder. Then die cut the sentiment with the coordinating dies that come in the stamp set.
This card was very easy to put together. I die cut the flower and leaf images a few times in white, grey, green and gold carstock. Then assembeld each flower with two images stacked on top of each other with some liquid glue. I added clear gems to the centers of the flowers for a bit more embellishment. Then popped up a few of the flowers and the base of the cake with foam tape for added dimension.
I think this card is absolutely stunning. I will certainly make a few more to have on hand to add to my wedding card stash. This die set can also be used to make traditional birthday cake, which I will be trying out as well. I hope you have enjoyed today's card project and found inspiration. Until next time.....Happy Crafting! | <urn:uuid:5069e029-defb-4d77-89f3-d7144e605bf6> | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | https://poppystamps.typepad.com/poppystamps/clear-stamps/ | 2022-05-28T12:48:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652663016853.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20220528123744-20220528153744-00675.warc.gz | en | 0.944745 | 378 |
To start the game both forces had three probing battalions (represented by markers) advancing on the table moving at 9" a move. Both sides rolled dice to see who could move any of their markers. This continues until a couple of opposing markers can in to observation range. Once this occurred, all forces were placed on the board within 12" of the marker they were associated with, and not within enemy observation range. Except for the initial contact where one model was placed. Contact was made at 14:15 (Game clock start time) in the town of Roalun.
14:15h - An advance British infantry company which had entered Roalun fired upon German armoured reconnaissance travelling alone the road towards the town.
14:40h - Some effective British artillery barrages and shooting eliminated a German self-propelled AT unit and armoured infantry in front of the advancing tanks. The Britsh advance infantry company in the town quickly succumbed to German fire.
|British centre push forward|
15:10 - The British were successful in elimination the treat of a German armoured reconnaissance unit and motorised infantry unit. However, a Tiger tank unit with supporting armoured infantry had arrived.
15:25 - The British advance had a set back with the loss of two reconnaissance units which had been leading the advance. The appearance of a Tiger tank unit on the British left flank was posing a major treat.
|Unit of Tigers and supporting armoured infantry arrive|
|German counter-attack in full swing|
16:30 - Remaining British units start to retire as the Germans finally occupy the town of Roalum.
For this game I did not use my grid-based rules and instead used a smilier set with simplified combat mechanism and measured movement/ranges. (see page tab at top.) | <urn:uuid:311f2d4e-b125-4b21-bfe6-f41f7dc2db2e> | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | https://gridbasedwargaming.blogspot.com/2016/04/ww2-nw-europe-battle-report.html | 2018-02-21T19:02:14Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891813712.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20180221182824-20180221202824-00757.warc.gz | en | 0.969606 | 367 |
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With his passion for sales and interest in the property market, Peter founded the Nigerian-UK International Real Estate Investment Seminar (Abuja) in 2009. This annual event brings together real estate professionals and prospective buyers to introduce investment opportunities and to offer professional advice in purchase, sales and leasing of properties in the UK.
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Midland County's needs assessment was conducted by the Midland Area Community Foundation (MACF) with the support and endorsement of the Health and Human Services Council (Community Collaborative). One of the issues often seen with a needs assessment is that numbers alone don’t always tell the entire story. Because of this, in addition to the quantitative data collection, Midland County has invested in an ongoing process of community engagement to gauge, measure and address the needs of the community. The work began with the Health and Human Services Council and The 10 Community Top Needs and has continued through a collaborative process throughout the community. Highlights include:
1) Midland: Exploring Our Future. This community planning process was initiated by the Midland Community Success Panel to be a community-based strategic plan in 2014.
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We look forward to the community utilizing this information so that we as a community can develop key community goals to help us improve Midland County. Please explore this website for details in each topic area, and feel free to contact the Midland Area Community Foundation with any questions or concerns you may have.
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Up to this point, from chapter 2 verse 4, Aramaic was the language used in the book of Daniel. From now on to the end of chapter 12, Hebrew is the language employed. Regardless of that, close relationships exist between all the chapters, regardless of the language used, and for that matter, regardless of the lapse of time that transpired between the times they were written more than 2500 years ago. Therefore, God is the real author. Daniel was His human instrument who recorded, in his own words, what God showed him.
Verse 1: In the third year of the reign of king Belshazzar a vision [chazown] appeared unto me, even unto me Daniel, after that which appeared unto me at the first.
According to historians, Belshazzar’s “third year” was 550 B.C., leaving eleven more years of his reign before the fateful “night” in which he was “slain” (Daniel 5:30). Interestingly, 550 B.C. was the year when “Cyrus of Anshan overthrew Astyages of the Medes and established the Persian Empire.” Doubtless, Daniel was aware of that event and must have understood that was the kingdom represented by the “bear,” of “the first” vision two or three years before, who “lifted up itself on one side . . .” (Daniel 7:5). That was its second king, namely Cyrus, who rose up on the political horizon. Daniel certainly was familiar with that name, not only because of the rumors that must have been circulating, but because the name is actually recorded in Isaiah 44:28; 45:1.
Whether or not he was still “troubled” by the “vision . . . which appeared unto” him “at the first” ―two years before in chapter 7 (see verse 28) ―the recent development in Persia could have triggered a renewed interest and an intense longing to learn more. As if in answer to the desire of his heart, this other “vision appeared unto” him, which suggests this “vision” could not be understood without considering what “appeared unto [him] . . . at the first” (chapter 7). Therefore, the vision of chapter 7 furnishes the context or background of our understanding this “vision.”
By now, some fifty years had elapsed since the time Daniel had explained Nebuchadnezzar’s dream in chapter 2. Nevertheless we will again find many parallels existing between that dream of chapter 2, the “first” vision of chapter 7, and now, this “vision.”
The first verse of this chapter introduces a not well understood feature regarding the word “vision” ―used ten times in this chapter. Seven times it is translated from “chazown” and three from “mar’eh” . Even though there is considerable overlap between them in meaning, Gabriel handled them differently. It is important for us to understand which Hebrew word (for “vision”) Gabriel used in order to know what he was telling Daniel. In this chapter the two words for vision make up the basic outline. Consequently, since both “chazown” and “mar’eh” are translated using the same word “vision,” use of the concordance is crucial in order to discriminate between them.
To begin with, the word “vision” in verses 1, 2 (twice), 13 and 15 is from “chazown.” Then we come to verse 16, where “vision” is translated from “mar’eh” for the first time. When we have covered this chapter in our study, we will begin to recognize that the “chazown” is inclusive of the entire vision from its beginning (that of Persia) to the very end of time. The “mar’eh,” on the other hand, refers to a certain segment, within the “chazown,” which begins at the same point as the “chazown” but stops short of the end of time. It is important to recognize that fact, not only in this chapter, but we will find the “mar’eh” and the “chazown” featured in chapters 9 through 12 as well.
Verse 2: And I saw in a vision [chazown]; and it came to pass, when I saw, that I was at Shushan in the palace, which is in the province of Elam; and I saw in a vision [chazown], and I was by the river of Ulai.
Daniel was probably still in Babylon during Belshazzar’s “first year” when he received the vision of chapter 7. Now, we find him two years later in “the palace” “at Shushan . . . in the province of Elam . . . by the river of Ulai” which was more than 200 miles southeast of Babylon, close to the border of Persia. “There has been considerable discussion as to whether the prophet Daniel was bodily present in Susa, or was present there only in vision. . . [But] if we begin the 1st year of Belshazzar in 553, Elam was probably still a Babylonian province though it went over to Cyrus at some time before he took Babylon. Josephus alleges that the prophet was actually in Susa at the time of the vision,” which to my mind, accords with Daniel’s words in this verse.
The reason for Daniel’s presence at Shushan could be deduced from the fact that Belshazzar’s mother had to remind him who Daniel was twelve years later in 538 B.C. when faced by the specter of the handwriting on the wall of the palace in Babylon (Daniel 5:10-14). Perhaps, before that happened, Belshazzar had exiled him to Sushan or placed him on permanent assignment there and then proceeded to forget about him. But he must have known about him during his earlier years when Nebuchadnezzar was still living. Nevertheless, Daniel continued doing “the king’s business” (verse 27). Perhaps, this was when Cyrus and Darius heard about Daniel. Their familiarity with the prophet’s reputation might be the reason “it pleased Darius to set over the kingdom . . . three presidents; of whom Daniel was first” (Daniel 6:1, 2).
Daniel continues that he “was by the river of Ulai” which “passed Susa in a southerly and southeasterly direction and entered the river Karun” which today is “the Iranian river with the highest water flow, and its only navigable river.” Above is a picture of the archeological remains of what was Shushan in the days of Daniel.
Verse 3: Then I lifted up mine eyes, and saw, and, behold, there stood before the river a ram which had two horns: and the two horns were high; but one was higher than the other, and the higher came up last.
Its two horns, with the “last” one higher than the other, certainly would remind him of the lopsided bear who “raised itself up on one side” in chapter 7, confirming in his mind that both animals represented the same kingdom of Medo-Persia, corresponding to the chest and arms of silver of chapter 2.
Some speculate, because of the ram’s frequent use in the sanctuary service as a sin offering (for example see Leviticus 5:16; 9:2, 4, 18), there must be a deeper significance―that this ram (as well as the “goat” [for example see Leviticus 4:24; 9:15; 10:16; 16:9, 15]), has something to do with the atonement. But the angel’s interpretation in verse 20, that “the ram” represents “the kings of Media and Persia,” should help us recognize that such an interpretation is unsustainable. If such were the case, we would be compelled to dismiss the notion that the bear of chapter 7 and the silver of chapter 2 were parallels that also represent Medo-Persia.
This ram and the goat are not seen playing any part in the sanctuary scenario for they represent kingdoms that had nothing to do with the atonement, rather they were part of Satan’s earthly form of government, not God’s. This suggests the importance of context when submitting proposed interpretations. It is well known that sacrificing a ram or goat, when used in the sanctuary services, was parallel to the lamb representing Jesus Christ’s sacrifice on the cross. In contrast, these two animals do not represent a selfless atonement, rather a selfish, greedy expansion of the national push for power.
Verse 4: I saw the ram pushing westward, and northward, and southward; so that no beasts might stand before him, neither was there any that could deliver out of his hand; but he did according to his will, and became great.
The characteristic of its asymmetrical horns and its aggressive behavior accord well with the humped bear who “raise[d] up itself on one side” and was told to “devour much flesh” (Daniel 7:5), with its “flesh” explained here to be the kingdoms lying toward the west, north and south of its kingdom. Note that an eastward push is not mentioned.
Additional information about the ram kingdom is suggested by the “three ribs in the mouth of” the bear. While there are no ribs depicted here, the ram is shown advancing toward its three main conquests, west toward Babylon, north toward Lydia, and south toward Egypt, countries which loomed large in the historical conquests of Cyrus the Great and his son, Cambyses II, who actually conquered Egypt suggesting those three countries, the greatest countries during his time, are probably represented by the “three ribs” in Daniel 7:5.
Verse 5: And as I was considering, behold, an he goat came from the west on the face of the whole earth, and touched not the ground: and the goat had a notable horn between his eyes.
While the conquest of Lydia and Babylon occurred during Daniel’s lifetime, Cyrus’ son’s conquest of Egypt took place in the battle of Pelusium, 525 B.C., sometime after Daniel was laid to rest. Then the onslaught of the “he goat,” who suddenly loomed over the horizon to the rear of Daniel’s eastward view, represented another development which to Daniel was the history of the future, but to us is the well-known ancient history of the Greek nation.
The “notable horn between his eyes” is a very apt representative symbol of one of the most illustrious generals of all time, Alexander the Great. “His conquests included Persia, Anatolia, Syria, Phoenicia, Judea, Gaza, Egypt, Bactria and Mesopotamia. During his reign, he expanded the boundaries of his own empire as far as Punjab, India.” In view of his short twelve-year military campaign and the immense extent of his conquests, his movements were exceedingly rapid as suggested by the phrase “touched not the ground” and the “four wings” of the leopard (Daniel 7:6).
Verse 6: And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran unto him in the fury of his power.
Even though the ram is noted to have “two horns” representing Medo-Persia, by the time Alexander overthrew the Persians, Cyrus the Great had established a unified Iranian empire of the Medes and Persians by defeating his grandfather and overlord, Astyages, king of Media” back in 550 B.C.
Now, more than two hundred years later, in 334 B.C., Media/Persia was still one empire, represented by the ram seen “standing before the river” at the time of the attack by the Greeks represented by the he goat. This river was not the Ulai Daniel referred to in verse 2, but according to history was the Granicus River where Alexander met the armies of Darius III after crossing the Hellespont between Macedonia and Asia Minor.
The “fury of his power” was demonstrated in that first battle. Historical accounts differ about the details of this battle, and Alexander’s disagreements with his leading general Parmenion about where and when to cross the river; but however it was fought, the aggressiveness of Alexander’s strategy won the battle against the Persians. Evidently, the Persians were caught off guard. Thus, in spite of being frequently outnumbered, Alexander’s generalship and spur-of-the-moment decision making, in addition to his charismatic personality facilitated him in his astonishing successes.
Even though the ram had two horns, a single horn coupled with speed, was all that the goat needed as we see in the next verse.
Verse 7: And I saw him come close unto the ram, and he was moved with choler against him, and smote the ram, and brake his two horns: and there was no power in the ram to stand before him, but he cast him down to the ground, and stamped upon him: and there was none that could deliver the ram out of his hand.
Unlike the ram which was “pushing westward…northward, and southward,” the goat’s thrust was almost wholly eastward extending to the northern extremity of India. The only part of Africa he touched was Egypt with no movement into the nations to the west of Greece.
Alexander’s conquests were complete. They brought into the then-known world the period of world history known as the Hellenistic period which began after the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. and continued until the emergence of the Roman Empire. Therefore, the transition point between the silver and the brass of the great image of Daniel 2, and the bear and the leopard of Daniel 7 was brought about by the furious conquests of Alexander the Great which began in 334 B.C., some 216 years after “the third year of the reign of king Belshazzar” (verse 1) when the thing was predicted, something only God could foresee!
But, as astonishingly accurate as it was, that is not nearly the end of the story!
Verse 8: Therefore the he goat waxed very great: and when he was strong, the great horn was broken; and for it came up four notable ones toward the four winds of heaven.
The breaking of “the great horn” represents the death of Alexander the Great which actually occurred “June 11, 323 BC” said to be caused by poisoning, malaria, or heavy drinking, perhaps a combination of the latter two.
The adjective “notable” or “conspicuous” imply other, less notable, individuals or kings were actually involved in the shake-up after Alexander’s death. In other words, even though others were contending for supremacy “four” of them became the most conspicuous “horns” or kings, who took Alexander’s place and are parallel to “the four heads” of the “leopard” in chapter 7.
For example: After Alexander’s untimely death, his half-witted half-brother Philip III was made King, awaiting the birth of Alexander’s posthumous child by Roxane. This child turned out to be a son, Alexander IV. Brother and son were thus the ‘Kings’ in the custody of the Regents. Philip III ended up murdered by Alexander’s mother, Olympias, in league with Polyperchon, in 317. She was almost immediately murdered by Cassander. Alexander IV was murdered, together with Roxane, by Cassander around 310. Alexander IV’s official reign, and the fiction of a unified empire, was maintained for five more years, until Antigonus, Demetrius, Lysimachus, Seleucus, Ptolemy, and Cassander (the Diadochi, ‘Successors’) had all proclaimed themselves Kings in their own right.
From that perspective, eight “horns,” namely “Philip III, Alexander IV, Cassander, Antigonus, Demetrius, Lysimachus, Seleucus, Ptolemy” were in contest for the place of the “great horn.” But, even though more than four individuals were involved initially, not all of them can be considered “notable.” The untimely deaths of Philip III and Alexander IV, narrows the number down to six.
While Antigonus I (382-301 B.C.) “was made governor of Central Phrygia” and “after Alexander’s death Pamphylia and Lycia were added to his province . . . his growing power and the prospect that he might reconstitute the whole of the Macedonian empire under his sole rule, alarmed Ptolemy, Seleucus, Cassander and Lysimachus” who combined “a coalition against him.” Consequently, “at the Battle of Ipsus in 301” he was defeated disqualifying him for being one of the “notable.”
That leaves Demetrius I (337-283 B.C.) who was Antigonus’ son. He “was left by his father to defend Syria against Ptolemy” but “he was defeated at the Battle of Gaza . . .” This was the beginning of his various exploits; however, he was eventually forced to surrender to Seleucus and died after a confinement of three years omitting him also from being a “notable,” which brings the number of notables down to “four notable” horns, the number predicted in Daniel’s vision more than 250 years before it was fulfilled!
As we examine those four remaining names, we find they were, indeed, conspicuous. Cassander (358-297 B.C.), king of Macedon, was one of the chief figures in the wars of the Diadochi.” “Lysimachus (361-281 B.C.) was a member of Alexander’s Companion cavalry who particularly distinguished himself in India. Following Alexander’s death, he became governor of Thrace.” “Seleucus won an empire centered on Syria and Iran . . . extended his empire to India.” “Ptolemy [was] founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty” centered in Egypt.
As previously noted, the death of Alexander the Great, together with the rule of these kings, began what is known today as the “Hellenistic” period of world history which Gabriel covers in more detail in chapter 11.
Verse 9: And out of one of them came forth a little horn, which waxed exceeding great, toward the south, and toward the east, and toward the pleasant land.
At first glance, the pronoun “them” seems to be clear reference to the four horns of verse 8 which went “toward the four winds of heaven” suggesting the countries ruled by Cassander, the king of Macedon, Lysimachus, governor of Thrace, Seleucus or Syria, Iran and India, and Ptolemy of Egypt.
But, judging by its parallel in chapter 7, the “little horn” originated from Rome in Italy, a country to the west of Alexander’s eastward chain of conquests, with Italy lying well to the west of Greece and the various domains of any of Alexander’s successors. Therefore, it seems we must adjust our understanding of the “four winds of heaven” as not representing a country or countries, but simply a general reference to the four points of the compass with “west” being the direction from whence the “little horn” emerged.
Many respected commentators feel that the “little horn represents Rome in both its phases, pagan and papal.” But, “the pre-Millerite interpreters of the historicists school from the 18th and 19th centuries . . . identified the little horn of Dan 7 as the papacy” and “half of them identified the little horn in Dan 8 the same way.” Therefore a significant number of those early interpreters of this vision considered both the little horns of Daniel 7 and 8 to represent the papacy.
One major objection to that interpretation is that in omitting pagan Rome, a huge 700-year time gap would be opened up in the parallels between the “belly/thighs/feet” in chapter 2 and the “leopard/little horn” in chapter 7, with no reference in chapter 8 to the iron legs or the fourth beast. But, since the vision of chapter 8 is obviously an elaboration of the vision of chapter 7, is it really necessary for this vision to repeat every detail of the former?
Furthermore, the origin of the “little horn” of chapter 7 is clearly presented as being a separate power entity from the “fourth beast,” namely pagan Rome. Why should it be any different in chapter 8, regardless of the time gap, especially since both little horns are clear parallels? As we proceed in Daniel’s visions, and especially in John’s, we will discover gaps in time sequences to be not at all unusual.
For example, when Daniel, in chapter 7, asked Gabriel “the truth of all this, Gabriel began with the “great beasts, which are four” then moved to the time when “the saints of the most High shall take the kingdom . . .” (Daniel 7:16-18). That left more than a 1500-year time gap (and still counting!) between the fall of pagan Rome in 476 A.D. to the second coming which is still future!
But, the bottom line, so to speak, is the behavior of the “little horn” in this chapter. We will find it to be identical with the addition of more details of the “horn” of chapter 7.
One of the additional details is that it “waxed . . . great, toward the south . . . east, and toward the pleasant land.” Bear in mind this is another elaboration of the characteristics of the “little horn” in chapter 7 that had “a mouth speaking great things” a “look” that was “more stout than his fellows” and not only wore “out the saints of the most High” but spoke “great words against the most High” Himself (Daniel 7:8, 20, & 25). Here we see the horn exerting itself in a southeasterly direction with special emphasis on “the pleasant land,” namely Palestine. Although “Palestine was incorporated into the Roman Empire in 63 B.C.,” this verse, where the horn only “waxed exceeding great toward the pleasant land, suggests a thrust “toward” Palestine rather than a complete conquest.
With that thought in mind, it would seem the Crusade movement from 1096 to 1270 A.D. is what is being referred to here. The Crusades were a series of military campaigns first launched in by Pope Urban II to reconquer the sacred city of Jerusalem and the Holy Land and free the Eastern Christians from Islamic rule. But, in contrast to the conquest of Palestine by pagan Rome, that ruled there for hundreds of years, none of the Crusade campaigns were wholly successful in capturing Palestine. That’s why the “little horn” power only “waxed . . . great . . . toward [not in] the pleasant land.”
Verse 10: And it waxed great, even to the host of heaven; and it cast down some of the host and of the stars to the ground, and stamped upon them.
According to the Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary “The ‘host’ and ‘stars’ obviously represent ‘the mighty and the holy people’ (v. 24).” Some believe “the stars” represent the portion of the heavenly angels who were cast down by Satan during the “war in heaven” (Revelation 12:7). But even though the horn obtained its power from Satan, it is still representative of human activity, not Satan himself. Note elsewhere in the book of Daniel those who “turn many to righteousness” are likened to “the stars” (Daniel 12:3). Therefore, it is reasonable to assume the “stars” represent the same thing here and could be thought of as the leading lights among “the host of heaven” or the “mighty and holy people.”
Although the “fourth beast” of chapter 7 also “devoured and brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with the feet of it” (Daniel 7:7, 20), the “residue” was not specific for the “saints.” Rather it is inclusive of any or all who stood in its way regardless of religious preference whether pagan or heretic. In contrast, the “horn” power is depicted here directing its ire specifically against those it considers heretical, evidence that the “horn” power represents a religious entity in addition to the political behavior we saw in verse 9.
Thus, we see another parallel to the horn of chapter 7 who spoke “great things . . . against the most High and [wore] out the saints of the most High, and [thought] to change times and laws: and they [were] given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time” (Daniel 7:8 and 25) from the year 538 to 1798 A.D. during the Dark Age on earth, not in heaven.
Therefore, what we are looking at is figurative of the papacy’s ability to control the conscience and the will by substituting its own “times and laws,” in the place of God’s, enforced by the false ministry of an earthly priesthood in the place of Christ’s heavenly ministry. In other words, it redirected man’s worship from God to itself, which is how it afflicted the “host” and the “stars” of “heaven.”
Verse 11: Yea, he magnified himself even to the prince of the host, and by him the daily sacrifice was taken away, and the place of his sanctuary was cast down.
Although the Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary correctly interprets “the prince of the host” to be “Christ,” there is reason to question that this verse alludes to His crucifixion which occurred more than 500 years before the horn power rose up.
The verb “magnified” does not imply assassination or execution, rather, it is descriptive of exaggerated arrogance and/or egocentricity, in this case, blasphemy! It corresponds exactly with the behavior of the “little horn” of chapter 7 who speaks “great words against the most High” (Daniel 7:25).
Note also “magnify” (verse 25) to describe one of the characteristics of the “king of fierce countenance” (verse 23),” and one of the characteristics (Daniel 11:36, 37) of the “vile person” (Daniel 11:21), suggesting them to be parallel to the horn power.
We come now to a hotly debated point which is “the daily.” Much argument would be laid to rest if all realized that both the “little horn[s]” of chapters 7 and 8 represent papal Rome, with pagan Rome having been bypassed in this vision.
Since the word “sacrifice” is italicized, it is perfectly reasonable to eliminate it, thus changing the word “daily” from an adjective to a noun. Although the Hebrew word “tamiyd,” translated “daily,” and used almost exclusively as an adjective, some 103 times in the Old Testament , it appears as a noun only in the book of Daniel.
While some believe otherwise, it is my considered opinion that the “daily” must refer “to the continual priestly ministry of Christ in the heavenly sanctuary.”
Even though Christ is all-powerful, no man, or even the devil himself, has the power to wrest Christ from His position in the heavenly sanctuary. Yet, Christ’s ministry is vain on behalf of those who have no faith or knowledge in what He is doing, for, “without faith it is impossible to please him” (Hebrews 11:6). As for the matter of taking away “the place of his sanctuary” and casting it “down,” Satan merely deflected the object of worship from the heavenly to the earthly by means of pope and priest. They claim the power to exclude “dissenters from the fellowship of the church, and passing upon them the sentence of excommunication by which the Roman Church asserted its power of excluding them from all possibility of entering heaven.”
The power to excommunicate “had struck terror to powerful monarchs; it had filled mighty empires with woe and desolation. Those upon whom its condemnation fell, were universally regarded with dread and horror; they were cut off from intercourse with their fellows, and treated as outlaws, to be hunted to extermination.” So “’the noon of the papacy was the midnight of the world’” that was duped by the little horn’s “mouth speaking great things” (Daniel 7:8). Consequently, the world found itself bogged down for the 1260 years of the Dark Age, merely because it was afraid of what the pope might say!
Therefore, it was in that sense that the horn power took away the “daily” and “cast” the “place” of Christ’s ministry in heaven “down” to earth as we see in the next verse. Thus, we see the curse affecting the whole world that was mentioned by Jeremiah who warned: “cursed be the man that trusteth in man, that maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the Lord (Jeremiah 17:5).
Verse 12: And an host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practised, and prospered.
The word “host” is used five times in chapter 8, three of them in verses 10 and 11 and the last in verse 13. All of them are translated from the same Hebrew word “tasba.” In that case, the context becomes the most important element in deciding what “host” or army was “given” the “horn” power “against the daily.” Since verses 10 and 13 depict “the host” as belonging to “heaven” and were “stamped” or “trodden” down by the horn, and Christ is “the prince” or commander “of the host,” the “host” or army depicted in this verse is entirely different from the “host” pictured in verses 10, 11 and 13.
The “host” of this verse must be the army of those who favor or are intimidated by the horn power and are also “against the daily” or continual ministry of Christ in the heavenly sanctuary, choosing (ether inadvertently or advertently) rather to allow pope and priest to substitute for Christ’s ministry. Thus, because of their support, the “horn” power was able to “practise” and prosper.
Verse 13: Then I heard one saint speaking, and another saint said unto that certain saint which spake, How long shall be the vision [chazown] concerning the daily sacrifice, and the transgression of desolation, to give both the sanctuary and the host to be trodden under foot?
In this verse Daniel is overhearing a conversation between two heavenly beings: Christ (the “one saint speaking” and “that certain saint” ) and the angel Gabriel (the other “saint” who asked the question) who is named in verse 16. The question “How long” and the answer given in the next verse deals with the length of time the “vision” or the “chazown” will last. Daniel already referred to the “vision” or “chazown” twice in verses 1 and 2.
Up to this point, the only time period Daniel heard about, and which “troubled” (Daniel 7:28) him for the following three years, was the “time and times and the dividing of time” or the 1,260 years during which the “the saints of the most High” would be given into the “hand” of the little horn power (Daniel 7:25). What he was now about to hear would trouble him even more, to the point of making him “sick certain days” (verse 27), possibly because “the sanctuary” he was thinking about was on earth, not in heaven.
On the other hand, if he had been following the sequence presented to him “at the first” vision (chapter 7), he would have noted that the “Ancient of days” took His place on the throne in heaven after the horn power appeared (Daniel 7:8, 9, 13). The question being asked― “how long” will God’s “host” be trampled “under [the] foot” of the horn power? ―suggests the same order of events. But that would not have made him feel any better, because one of those saints was about to tell him something he would rather not know!
Verse 14: And he said unto me, Unto two thousand and three hundred days; then shall the sanctuary be cleansed.
Interestingly, while Daniel only overheard the short dialogue between Christ and the angel, he did not ask the question himself. Nevertheless, the answer is here directed to him as if he had asked the question. Since it was Gabriel who had asked the question, it would seem here that the pronoun “he” is Christ who now directs His answer to Daniel. This suggests that Jesus was fully aware of the anxiety in his heart when he heard that “the saints of the most High . . . shall be given into [the] hand” of the horn power “until a time and times and the dividing of time” (Daniel 7:25). But now, another even longer period of time would add to his distress. No wonder Jesus waited two more years before sharing the “bad” news!
At this time, during the Babylonian captivity, Daniel must have been looking forward to the fulfillment of the 70-year captivity God revealed to Jeremiah saying: “For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place” (Jeremiah 29:10).
If 550 B.C. was Belshazzar’s “third year,” 15 years yet remained of the 70. Some believe the “two thousand and three hundred days” should be taken for a literal 2,300 days. If that were the case, only a little over 6 years of captivity would remain which, we assume, would have brought Daniel great joy instead of the negative reaction depicted in verse 27. Clearly, he understood prophetic “day-for-a-year” time as represented in Numbers 14:34 and Ezekiel 4:6; in other words, 2,300 years of literal time.
Another very important point must be addressed: The word “days” is translated from two Hebrew words “’ereb” and “boqer,” or “evening morning.” This had deep meaning for Daniel who immediately understood the full significance of the 2,300 “days” (or “evening morning”) and their relationship to the “daily” “evening morning” ritual worship service in the earthly tabernacle in Jerusalem prior to Israel’s captivity in Babylon.
While it was apparent to him that 2,300 “days” represented that amount of literal “years,” how did he know that? Was he just guessing? Judging by his response and what he says later on, he knew exactly what was meant; that the cleansing of “the sanctuary” would not take place for 2,300 years.
Even though the “ereb boqer” or “evening morning” pertained to the “daily” ritual service of the sanctuary on earth, and “the cleansing” or “the day of atonement” (Leviticus 23:25-28; Hebrews 9:7; 10:1-3) took place once a year when all the accumulated sins that had been confessed during the daily service were cleansed from the sanctuary, evidently, Daniel thought it would be another 2,300 years before that service would be re-instituted.
The news that another day of atonement would not be held for another 2,300 years must have completely flabbergasted Daniel. He was looking forward to the reinstitution of the sanctuary service seventy years after his captivity, with only another fifteen years remaining. But what he evidently failed to realize, was that, at this point, the “sanctuary” was in heaven, and the cleansing was to take place there, not on earth on what we now call the “antitypical day of atonement.” That was something he would learn sometime later. In the meantime, some other things had to be made clear to Daniel.
Verse 15: And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision [chazown], and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance [mar’eh]of a man.
This verse suggests a period of time had elapsed after he had seen the vision depicted in verses 1-15, which left him numb and filled with apprehensions and questions he could not answer; but he was still located “by the river Ulai” because he “heard a man’s voice (see verse 16)” “between” its “banks.”
“Daniel ‘sought for the meaning’ of the vision. He could not understand the relation sustained by the seventy years’ captivity to the twenty-three hundred years that were to elapse before the cleansing of God’s sanctuary.” This is additional evidence he thought the “sanctuary” was the one located in Palestine that was now in ruins.
“Many times the bearers of a prophetic message need to study that message themselves in order to discover its meaning.” If they had to study it, how much more should we?!
Evidently, “the appearance of a man,” judging by what we read in verses 17 & 18, was sudden and unexpected. Even though he “heard” two saints “speaking” to each other in verse 13, and another actually spoke to him in verse 14, he was not approached by either one of them now.
Note the word “appearance” is translated from (mar’eh) that is usually translated as “vision.” In this case “appearance” is actually reference to a man seen in Daniel’s “vision.”
Verse 16: And I heard a man’s voice between the banks of Ulai, which called, and said, Gabriel, make this man to understand the vision [mar’eh].
The “man’s voice” that Daniel “heard” must be that of Jesus who had just told him it would be “two thousand and three hundred days” before “the sanctuary” would be “cleansed.” His instruction to Gabriel, the “man” who just approached Daniel, is seemingly, readily understood.
His instruction “make this man to understand the vision” does not at all appear unusual until we understand that the Hebrew noun for “vision” is not the same as those of verses 1, 2, 13 and 15 which are translated from “chazown.” So, after Daniel “had seen the vision [chazown], and sought for the meaning” (verse 15), Jesus instructed Gabriel to “make this man to understand the ‘MAR’EH’” instead of the “chazown!” That seems very unusual! The question that must have come to Daniel’s mind as well as ours is: “what does the ‘mar’eh” have to do with the “chazown?” And that is the question Gabriel strives to answer in the next few verses and on into chapter 9.
For starters, check out this diagram. It should be helpful for us to understand, from Daniel’s perspective at the time he was given this vision, that the “2,300 days” of verse 14 had to be “indefinite time” because no beginning point was provided. That comes later in his next vision of chapter 9 where he was told “from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem . . .” (Daniel 9:25). Even then, his knowledge would have been incomplete, as we shall see.
Verse 17: So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision [chazown].
Note the last word in this verse: “vision.” It is from “chazown.” That might seem surprising because Gabriel had just been instructed to explain the “mar’eh” in verse 16.
But look at the preceding words “for at the time of the end shall be the ‘chazown.'” Since we cannot believe Gabriel had ignored the Lord’s instruction in verse 16, we must allow that Gabriel simply meant that the “mar’eh” was NOT “at the time of the end” in contrast to the “chazown.”
Gabriel’s appearance must have been overwhelming, difficult to imagine even though “When the angel Gabriel came to Daniel to give him skill and understanding, Daniel could not look upon him. The angel had to reveal himself as a man before he could speak with the prophet.” ; also, perhaps, to make it easier for Daniel to assimilate what he was about to tell him.
Gabriel’s statement to Daniel becomes fully understandable only when we realize that the word “vision,” in this verse, is translated from “chazown.” Knowing what he tells Daniel is related to the instruction Christ just gave him in verse 16, to “make this man to understand the ‘mar’eh,’” his statement complies with Christ’s instruction because it shows the relationship between the “mar’eh” and the “chazown.” Stating that “at the time of the end shall be the ‘chazown’” implies that the “mar’eh” does not extend to the “end.” Therefore, as lengthy as the 2,300-year prophecy was, that “vision” (“chazown”) would extend beyond the “mar’eh!” That must have been truly staggering to Daniel. We may even be surprised, because it is little understood.
Verse 18: Now as he was speaking with me, I was in a deep sleep on my face toward the ground: but he touched me, and set me upright.
It could have been the information Gabriel just gave him or his intimidating presence that caused Daniel to become unconscious, or both. Either way, he needed the strengthening touch of the angel to help him stand up and receive the rest of his message. As our study continues, this is not the last time Daniel was overwhelmed by the revelations that came to him.
Verse 19: And he said, Behold, I will make thee know what shall be in the last end of the indignation: for at the time appointed the end shall be.
The phrase “I will make thee know” is translated from a single Hebrew word “yada” meaning “make known” or “declare.” Therefore, this declaration was not intended to be in any way coercive. Gabriel was appealing to Daniel’s understanding and encouraging him to think it through and try to understand the relationship between the “mar’eh” and the “chazown.”
The word “indignation” is from “za’am” meaning: “anger, rage.” It is that attitude of the horn power that drove the stamping down of the “stars” in verse 10, the casting down of the sanctuary in verse 11, the casting down of the truth in verse 12 and the “transgression of desolation” in verse 13.
The words “the last end” are from “‘achariyth” meaning “latter time, last, hindermost.” Evidently, it is indicative of the end of time as we know it. Nothing we are familiar with will succeed that time. Since Gabriel informed Daniel in verse 17 that the “‘chazown’ is for . . . the time of the end,” we must conclude that the “chazown” is synonymous with “achariyth.” Both refer to the extreme end of time.
Finally, we come to “the time appointed.” It is from the single Hebrew word “mow’ed.” Although I do not have a complete understanding of all its ramifications, we will encounter it again in Daniel 11:27, 29, 35 and amazingly in Daniel 12:7 where it is translated “time, times.” Since that word is in context with “the last end of the indignation,” this is very strong evidence that the “time, times and half” refer to the very end of time, not history.
Verses 20: The ram which thou sawest having two horns are the kings of Media and Persia.
Here, Gabriel digresses back to verse 3 where the “ram” was first presented. This verse substantiates that it belongs to the past when Astyages was king of the Medes and Cyrus king of Persia. It also confirms the recapitulation concept of its parallel to the “bear” of Daniel 7 and the “silver” of chapter 2.
Gabriel’s digression from the “end of time” in verse 19 to a review of the forgoing part of the vision continues to verse 23 where an entirely new symbol, the “king of fierce countenance,” is introduced.
There was one characteristic shared in common with the “bear” and the “ram” that must have caused Daniel to conclude the “bear” and “ram” represented the same nation. It was the lopsidedness of the “bear” which “raised up itself on one side” and horns of the “ram,” one of which was “higher than the other” (Daniel 7:5 & 8:3). That common characteristic represented some very interesting and important things that had been taking place in the Medo-Persian empire about the time Daniel was residing in Shushan.
As we noted before, 550 B.C. was the year when “Cyrus II the Great [overthrew] Astyages of the Medes, establishing the First Persian Empire.” According to an “account given by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus . . . Astyages [the first lower ‘horn’ representing the Medes] had a dream in which his daughter, Mandane, gave birth to a son who would destroy his empire. Fearful of the dream’s prophecy, Astyages married her off to Cambyses I of Anan, who had a reputation for being a ‘quiet and thoughtful prince’ and whom Astyages believed to be no threat.
“When a second dream warned Astyages of the dangers of Mandane’s offspring, Astyages sent his general Harpagus to kill the child, who was none other than Cyrus [the later ‘higher’ ‘horn’ representing Persia]. Harpagus, unwilling to spill royal blood, gave the infant to a shepherd, Mitridates, whose wife had just given birth to a stillborn child. Cyrus was raised as Mitridates’ own son, and Harpagus presented the stillborn child to Astyages as the dead Cyrus.
“When Cyrus was found alive at age ten, Astyages spared the boy on the advice of his Magi, returning him to his parents in Anshan. Harpagus, however, did not escape punishment, as Astyages is said to have fed him his own son at a banquet.
“Cyrus succeeded his father in 559, and in 553, on the advice of Harpagus, who was eager for revenge for being given the ‘abominable supper,’ Cyrus rebelled against Astyages. After three years of fighting, Astyages’ troops mutinied during the battle of Pasargadae, and Cyrus conquered the Median’s empire.”
Daniel must have been familiar with the story, and, by the time he received this vision, it was already an established fact that Cyrus was the ruler who “came up last” (verse 3) after Astyages. This feature corresponded with the lopsided bear of the vision three years earlier who was summoned to “Arise, devour much flesh” (Daniel 7:5). The “three ribs in” its mouth also correspond well with the ram’s “pushing westward (toward Babylon), and northward (toward Lydia), and southward (toward Egypt).”
That was the way it all worked out. Only three years later, “Cyrus conquered Lydia in 547 B.C. . . .” Although Babylon was overthrown 8 years later in 539 B.C., it was not until 525 B.C. when “Cambyses II extended the conquests south into Egypt and Ethiopia,” long after Daniel’s time.
Verse 21: And the rough goat is the king of Grecia: and the great horn that is between his eyes is the first king.
This animal, paralleled by the “leopard” of chapter 7 and the “brass” of chapter 2, was also called “an he goat” charging “from the west” in this chapter without having the name of its kingdom attached. That it represented Greece is confirmed by Gabriel.
Even though Alexander’s father Philip II, who “had unified most of the city-states of mainland Greece under Macedonian,” might be considered “the first king,” the adjective “first,” from the Hebrew “ri’shown,” could also be translated “chief” or “foremost” king. In verse 5 it is called “notable” or “conspicuous.” Philip’s son, Alexander the Great, certainly was the “foremost, chief” or most “conspicuous” king of Greece.
Verse 22: Now that being broken, whereas four stood up for it, four kingdoms shall stand up out of the nation, but not in his power.
In verse 8, Daniel saw that “the great horn was broken” to be substituted by “four notable ones toward the four winds of heaven.” But here, Gabriel says nothing about “the four winds,” rather, that “four kingdoms” would come “out of the nation” established by the “great horn . . . but not in his power” or not by the authority of Alexander the Great who, as it is well known, died on June 11, 323 B.C. before he could designate a successor . Therefore, four literal kingdoms can be represented by the four symbolic winds depicted in verse 8.
As it was, Ptolemy in 323 B.C., was the first to establish his dynasty in Egypt after the death of Alexander, but some 17 years elapsed before Lysimachus was set up on Thrace (Asia Minor) in 306 B.C., followed by Cassander and Seleucus in Macedon, Syria and Iran in 305 B.C.
Verse 23: And in the latter time of their kingdom, when the transgressors are come to the full, a king of fierce countenance, and understanding dark sentences, shall stand up.
The words “in the latter time” come from the word “achariyth,” the same word used in verse 19 to represent the extreme end of time. But, in this case, it is applied to the latter time of the “kingdoms” referred to in verse 22, those of Alexander’s successors.
At this point we come to another problem similar to that encountered in verses 8 and 9 where the emergence of the “little horn” power is depicted. So, the question arises again, is the “king of fierce countenance,” who is parallel to the “little horn” power, representative of both pagan and papal Rome, or does he represent only to papal Rome? Consider “the transgressors:” They must be inclusive of Alexander’s successors and pagan Rome. The successor to pagan Rome, “the king of fierce countenance,” must be papal Rome alone.
Therefore, Gabriel comes to the same transition point seen in verses 8 and 9 where out of one of “the four winds of heaven . . . came forth a little horn.” The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, as it did in verse 9, maintains this prophecy applies to “Rome in both its pagan and papal forms.” Surprisingly, the strongest evidence for that conclusion is found in Deuteronomy 28:49-55 where Moses predicted that a “nation of fierce countenance” would lay “siege” to Israel’s “fenced walls” and “gates” if they did not “hearken diligently unto the voice of the Lord thy God” (Deuteronomy 28:1). That, of course, is exactly what happened in A.D. 70 when pagan Rome besieged Jerusalem and laid it low.
But an equally strong point for the exclusive application of the “king of fierce countenance” to papal Rome is found in Daniel 7:20 where “the horn that had eyes and a mouth that spake very great things” had a “look [that] was more stout than his fellows.”
While “countenance” and “look” are clearly synonymous, the Hebrew word for “fierce” is from “’az” translated more often as “strong” or “mighty,” less often “fierce.” The Aramaic word for “stout” is “rab” meaning “great” or “master,” similar in meaning to “az.” So, a strong look and a fierce countenance applies equally well to the little horn power.
From that point on to verse 25 there is very little evidence to equate “the king of fierce countenance” with pagan Rome. To begin with, only papal Rome can be logically equated with a kingdom having an “understanding [of] dark sentences” or “’enigmatic statements’ . . . ‘riddles’ . . . or ‘perplexing questions’ . . . Some believe the meaning here is ‘ambiguous speech,’ or ‘double dealing.’” Such deviousness is clearly applicable only to papal Rome. The “fourth beast” of chapter 7 which “had great iron teeth” and “devoured and brake in pieces and stamped the residue with [its] feet” (Daniel 7:7) spent little time analyzing “dark sentences” or deciphering “enigmatic statements” while the “little horn” having a big “mouth” and intelligent “eyes” (Daniel 7:8) coincides admirably with those devious characteristics.
Verse 24: And his power shall be mighty, but not by his own power: and he shall destroy wonderfully, and shall prosper, and practise, and shall destroy the mighty and the holy people.
The last phrase alluding to “the mighty and the holy people,” identifies this “fierce . . . king” who directs his animosity against those who differ with him religiously, as a religious power, while pagan Rome detested Christians because they threatened it politically not necessarily religiously.
Another characteristic depicted here, is very much unlike that of pagan Rome that was probably the most powerful military nation in history and arose by its “own power,” whereas the “king of fierce countenance” did not become “mighty . . . by his own power” but arose by virtue the “power” of other kingdoms who bolstered his rise! The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary agrees, suggesting “the papacy reduced the civil power to subservience and caused the sword of the state to be wielded on behalf of its religious objectives.” In other words, the papacy operates through the union of church and state.
Its “wonderful” ability to “destroy” has been amply demonstrated during the Dark Age of history when it merely had to announce sentences of “excommunication [which] struck terror [even] to powerful monarchs” and “filled mighty empires with woe and desolation.” Again, the Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary agrees, without alluding to a pagan Rome feature, saying: “This power persecuted even unto death those who opposed its blasphemous claims, and would have extinguished ‘the holy people’ had not the Lord intervened on their behalf.”
And, Gabriel continues, he “shall prosper, and practise” the same as the “little horn” of verse 12 who also “practised, and prospered.”
Verse 25: And through his policy also he shall cause craft to prosper in his hand; and he shall magnify himself in his heart, and by peace shall destroy many: he shall also stand up against the Prince of princes; but he shall be broken without hand.
Again, a little word study is revealing. The noun “policy” can be translated “understanding, wisdom, wise” etc., even “cunning” is a possibility. The noun “craft” does not depict this king promoting the building trade but shows him promoting “deceit.”
His standing “up against the Prince of princes” is “the same being designated ‘the prince of the host’ in v. 11, none other than Christ.” Although the Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary goes on to say this phrase is an allusion to pagan “Roman hands [that] nailed Him to the cross,” this is most likely parallel to the papal little horn power that “magnified himself even to the prince of the host, and by him the daily . . . was taken away, and the place of his sanctuary was cast down” (verse 11) during the Dark Ages.
Ultimately, however, we can all agree that since the “king of fierce countenance” will “be broken without hand,” it is implied “that the Lord Himself will eventually destroy this power. The ecclesiastical system represented by this power will continue until destroyed without human hands at the second coming of Christ.” That conclusion obviously discounts pagan Rome which expired 476 A.D.
Therefore, nearly all the characteristics of the “king of fierce countenance” are parallel to the “little horn” power of chapters 7 and 8 representing papal Rome, with very little likeness to pagan Rome.
Verse 26: And the vision [mar’eh] of the evening and the morning which was told is true: wherefore shut thou up the vision [chazown]; for it shall be for many days.
Note that the word “vision” is used twice in this verse. The first one is from “mar’eh,” and the second is from “chazown.” Therefore, verse 26 presents the clearest distinction between the “mar’eh” and the “chazown” and will be referred to fairly frequently as we proceed in our study. Follow it carefully, word-by-word, and you will see the difference plainly.
The first “vision” (mar’eh ) is identified as that of “the evening and the morning” with “evening” being from “‘ereb” and “morning” from “boqer” . Now, go back to verse 14 and look up in the concordance for the derivation of the word “days.” You will find that it is translated from the same two Hebrew words “ereb” and “boqer” or “evening/morning.” Therefore, it should be well understood that the “mar’eh” “of the evening and the morning which was told” is the 2,300 “days” of verse 14. Uriah Smith acknowledges that “‘the vision of the evening and the morning’ refers to the period of 2,300 days.” The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary likewise states this is “a clear reference to the time prophecy of v.14.” Unfortunately, neither source refers to the second word “vision” from “chazown.”
Now consider the second word “vision” in this verse. It is from “chazown” . Recall that Gabriel in verse 17 already said that “at the time of the end shall be the ‘chazown.'” Here he instructs Daniel to “shut thou up the ‘chazown’ for it shall be for many days.” At this point let’s examine the words “many” and “days.”
The word “many” is from the Hebrew “rab” meaning “much, abounding, more numerous than, greater than.” Obviously, then, the “chazown” was to last longer (even much longer) than the 2,300 day “mar’eh!”
But, before jumping to conclusions, it is equally important to examine the word “days.” It is from the Hebrew “yowm” which is completely different than “days” in verse 14. While “days” in verse 14 is indicative of 2,300 years of prophetic time, “days” in this verse is indicative of literal time because “yowm” when associated with a number (or, as in this case with the qualifier “many”) is always literal. Therefore, all time after 1844 must be calculated in literal time.
Verse 27: And I Daniel fainted, and was sick certain days; afterward I rose up, and did the king’s business; and I was astonished at the vision [mar’eh], but none understood it.
So, in spite of Gabriel’s best effort, Daniel still failed to understand “the vision” or the 2,300 day “mar’eh,” much less the additional time brought in by “the chazown.” If you or I were in his place, anticipating the soon coming release from Babylonian captivity, then having this enormous expansion of time outlined by none other than Gabriel, we too would be “sick” for a few days before we could recover and go on about business as usual!
But, while this exposition of time was disheartening to Daniel, now, more than 2,600 years later, time has lasted many years beyond 1844 at the end of the 2,300. Being aware that the “chazown” took that delay into consideration should bring us great hope that God has not forgotten us for He knew way back in Daniel’s time, that His coming would be delayed. We cannot know how long the delay will last, but the delay has not caught the Lord by surprise! It was spelled out more that 2,600 years ago!
Check out this diagram showing the relationship between the “mar’eh” and the “chazown.” The date 457 B.C., which Daniel could not have known, is established in the next chapter. And it is important to recognize that it was established retrospectively, not prospectively.
So, as we already discussed in Daniel 7:25, and in verse 16 of this chapter where the difference between “definite” and “indefinite” time is explained, it is clear here that from Daniel’s perspective, the 2,300 days was “indefinite time” while, from our retrospective position, it has become “definite.”
Summary chapter 8: This chapter cannot be understood properly without comprehending the “first” vision of chapter 7 that comprises its base. Although there is no parallel to the gold head of chapter 2 or the lion of chapter 7, this chapter begins with the ram which parallels the chest and arms of chapter 2 and the bear of chapter 7. Then the goat of this chapter finds clear parallel to the belly and thighs of brass of chapter 2 and the leopard of chapter 7. At that point, we come to the controversial “little horn.” Here is presented evidence favoring it to represent the papacy rather than both pagan and papal Rome. The most important point deals with the 2,300 days of verse 14. The angel Gabriel who was instructed to explain the “mar’eh,” even though Daniel queried after the “chazown,” states that the “chazown” extends to the end in verse 17, evidencing the fact that the “mar’eh” stops short of the “chazown.” Verse 26 makes it clear that the “mar’eh” is the 2,300 days of verse 14 while the “chazown” extends beyond the “mar’eh” for an indefinite length of time.
Check out this diagram showing the most important details that chapter 8 adds to those of chapters 7 and 2.
“Cuneiform records have thrown an abundant stream of light on Belshazzar, his office and activities during the years he was coregent with his father. After conferring the kingship upon Belshazzar in 553/552 B.C. . . .” (Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 808 [left column]) Therefore, his “third year” must be around 550 B.C. even though, according to Usshurs’ it was 553 B.C.
According to the Wikipedia free encyclopedia. See also Seventh-day Adventist Bible Dictionary, page 241 for more detail of that fascinating story.
603 B.C. – 553 B.C. = 50 years
From Online Computer Lexicon: “chazown” #2377 Nwzx chazown khaw-zone’ from 02372; TWOT – 633a; n m KJV – vision 35; 35. 1) vision; 1a) vision (in ecstatic state); 1b) vision (in night); 1c) vision, oracle, prophecy (divine communication); 1d) vision (as title of book of prophecy)
From Online Computer Lexicon: “#4758 harm mar’eh mar-eh’; from 07200; TWOT – 2095i; n m; KJV – appearance 35, sight 18, countenance 11, vision 11, favoured 7, look upon 4, fair + 02896 2, misc 15; 103. 1) sight, appearance, vision; 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision; 1b) what is seen; 1c) a vision (supernatural); 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
That two different words are translated as “vision” is probably the reason this little-known fact has been overlooked. Adding to the problem, the careful student will find a discrepancy between Strong’s concordance (older version) and Young’s Analytical Concordance, the Interlinear Bible, the Gensenius Hebrew-Chaldee Lexicon, and what I have found in the Online Computer Bible. While Strong’s designates the word “vision” in Daniel 8:17 to be from “mar’eh” and 9:23 to be from “chazown,” the others designate “vision” in Daniel 8:17 to be from “chazown” and Daniel 9:23 from “mar’eh.” I believe Youngs, the Interlinear, the Lexicon, and the Online must be correct, because their designation untangles what would be very confusing were we to accept Strong’s designation (Strong’s later versions agree). This might seem academic, but when we study further, it will be seen to be enormously important to those who really want to understand what God actually told Daniel.
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, pages 839, 840 (ellipse & bracket mine) Josephus’ statement from Antiquities x.11. 7. You can also find it in “The works of Josephus Complete and Unabridged” Translated by Willam Whistone, A. M. page 285.
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 840 (left column under “River of Ulai”)
“touched” is from the qal form of “naga’” (Strong’s #5050) also meaning: “strike, to be stricken” suggesting Alexander’s relative benevolent treatment of the Persians and his attempt to meld together the Greek and Persian cultures
even though “two” is italicized, indicating it to be supplied, “two” in the next verse is not italicized
a good map of this event is found at: http://www.fsmitha.com/h1/map13ga.html
for example see the map of Alexander’s Empire: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_the_Great
“notable” is from: “chazuwth” (Strong’s #2380) meaning conspicuousness in appearance” as well as “vision.”
see http://www.friesian.com/hist-1.htm
“’Out of one of them.’ In the Hebrew this phrase presents confusion of gender. The word for ‘them,’ hem, is masculine. This indicates that, grammatically, the antecedent is ‘winds’ (verse 8) and not ‘horns,’ since ‘winds’ may be either masculine or feminine, but ‘horns,’ only feminine. On the other hand the word for ‘one,’ ‘achath, is feminine, suggesting ‘horns’ as the antecedent. ‘Achath could, of course refer back to the word for ‘winds,’ which occurs most frequently in the feminine. But it is doubtful that the writer would assign two different genders to the same noun in such close contextual relationship.” (Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, pages 840, 841) Since ambiguity still remains as far a language study is concerned, it seems that a practical application should be the mainstay of interpretation.
For example see Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 841 (right column under “A little horn.”)
Dr. William H. Shea follows that reasoning in his book Selected Studies on Prophetic Interpretation, par. V, page 30
Ibid. On pages 30-32 Dr. Shea carries on a very good discussion on this point offering several reasons to support the concept that the little horns of both chapters 7 and 8 are the same, representing the papacy.
Interestingly, the Aramaic word for “horn” in chapter 7 is “qeren” (Strong’s #7162) and the Hebrew word for “horn” in chapter 8 is also “qeren” (Strong’s #7161) very nearly identical even though the pronunciations may be slightly different.
Even though “land” is italicized, indicating it to be supplied, “pleasant,” from “tseb-ee” (Strong’s #6643), is translated “glorious” in Daniel 11:16 & 41 adjective to “land,” and in verse 45 the “holy mountain.” All four references clearly refer to Palestine.
Other southwestern countries are also included, especially Constantinople which was the original capitol city of the papacy established by Constantine. Although most commentators declare this to be pagan Rome’s occupation of Palestine, most ignore the papacy’s thrust in that direction during the time of the Crusades.
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol .4, page 842 (left column 2nd paragraph)
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 842
see Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 842 (left column under “11. Prince of the host.”)
Early Writings by E.G. White, page 74: “. . . the word ‘sacrifice’ was supplied by man’s wisdom, and does not belong to the text . . .”
see Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 842 (right column under “Daily sacrifice.”)
“tamid” or “tamiyd” (Strong’s #8548) is translated a number of different ways including “continual, continually, always, perpetual, constant” etc.
The Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, (op cit) seems to contradict that conclusion saying: “In Ch. 8:11 tamid has the definite article and is therefore used adjectivally. Furthermore, it stands independently, without a substantive, and must either be understood subjectively as meaning ‘continuance’ or be supplied with a substantive.” Maybe that’s better, but, for what its worth, understanding it as a noun makes it substantive in and of itself.
This is one of the three alternatives suggested in Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 843 (left column under 3.
Review and Herald 1-10-93
The Great Controversy by E.G. White, page 141
The Great Controversy by E.G. White, page 60, adapted from J.A. Wylie’s History of Protestantism
“host” from “tsaba” (Strong’s #6635) also: “war, army, battle, service, appointed time, warefae, soldiers, company, misc.”
“practised” is from the qual form of “asah” (Strong’s #6213) meaning to “do, work, deal, act with effect”
Since “saint” is supplied, we are really left with “that certain” from “palmowniy” (Strong’s #6422) meaning: “that certain one.” This is the only place it is used in the entire Bible!
“vision” from “chazown” (Strong’s #2377) “vision, ecstatic state, oracle, prophecy” etc.
from the “first year of Belshazzar” to the “third year of the reign of king Belshazzar (Daniel 7:1; 8:1)
If 605 is the “first year” of Daniel’s captivity, 605-550 = 55 years of captivity. 70 – 55 = 15 years remaining
2,300 divided by 360 (the number of days in a year used in Bible prophecy) = 6.4 years.
“days” from: “’ereb” (Strong’s #6153) = “evening” and “boqer” (Strong’s #1242) = “morning”
There are several references in the Old Testament using the terms “’ereb” and “boqer,” not counting those found in Genesis 1, that show a close relationship between the “daily” [tamiyd] of Daniel 8:13 and the “days” [‘ereb boqer] of Daniel 8:14. Daniel must have understood that “daily” [tamiyd] pertained to the “evening/morning” [‘ereb boqer] worship service in the earthly tabernacle (verse 14). Although he must have understood it immediately, it is not apparent to us without being familiar with the Hebrew words they were translated from. Consider these passages which connect the “daily” with the “days” of Daniel 8:13, 14:
Exodus 27: 20, 21 “And thou shalt command the children of Israel, that they bring thee pure oil olive beaten for the light, to cause the lamp to burn always [tamiyd]. In the tabernacle of the congregation without the vail, which is before the testimony, Aaron and his sons shall order it from evening [‘ereb] to morning [boqer] before the LORD: it shall be a statute for ever unto their generations on the behalf of the children of Israel.”
Exodus 29:38, 39 “Now this is that which thou shalt offer upon the altar; two lambs of the first year day by day continually [tamiyd]. The one lamb thou shalt offer in the morning [boqer]; and the other lamb thou shalt offer at even [‘ereb]:”
Exodus 29:41, 42 “And the other lamb thou shalt offer at even [‘ereb], and shalt do thereto according to the meat offering of the morning [boqer], and according to the drink offering thereof, for a sweet savour, an offering made by fire unto the LORD. This shall be a continual [tamiyd] burnt offering throughout your generations at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation before the LORD: where I will meet you, to speak there unto thee.”
Leviticus 6:20 “This is the offering of Aaron and of his sons, which they shall offer unto the LORD in the day when he is anointed; the tenth part of an ephah of fine flour for a meat offering perpetual [tamiyd], half of it in the morning [boqer], and half thereof at night [‘ereb].”
Leviticus 24:3 “Without the vail of the testimony, in the tabernacle of the congregation, shall Aaron order it from the evening [‘ereb] unto the morning [boqer] before the LORD continually [tamiyd]: it shall be a statute for ever in your generations.”
Numbers 28:3, 4, 6, 8 “And thou shalt say unto them, This is the offering made by fire which ye shall offer unto the LORD; two lambs of the first year without spot day by day, for a continual [tamiyd] burnt offering. The one lamb shalt thou offer in the morning [boqer], and the other lamb shalt thou offer at even [‘ereb]; It is a continual [tamiyd] burnt offering, which was ordained in mount Sinai for a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD. And the other lamb shalt thouoffer at even [‘ereb]: as the meat offering of the morning [boqer], and as the drink offering thereof, thou shalt offer it, a sacrifice made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
1 Chronicles 16:40 “To offer burnt offerings unto the LORD upon the altar of the burnt offering continually [tamiyd] morning [boqer] and evening [‘ereb], and to do according to all that is written in the law of the LORD, which he commanded Israel;”
2 Chronicles 2:4 “Behold, I build an house to the name of the LORD my God, to dedicate it to him, and to burn before him sweet incense, and for the continual [tamiyd] shewbread, and for the burnt offerings morning [boqer] and evening [‘ereb], on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts of the LORD our God. This is an ordinance for ever to Israel.”
Ezra 3:3, 5 “And they set the altar upon his bases; for fear was upon them because of the people of those countries: and they offered burnt offerings thereon unto the LORD, even burnt offerings morning [boqer] and evening [‘ereb]. And afterward offered the continual [tamiyd] burnt offering, both of the new moons, and of all the set feasts of the LORD that were consecrated, and of every one that willingly offered a freewill offering unto the LORD.”
E.G. White, in Review and Herald 3-21-07
see Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 845 (left column second paragraph)
Strong’s #2377
Strong’s #4758 (capitalized for emphasis)
E.G. White, in Youth’s Instructor 2-22-00
“end” from “qets” (Strong’s #7093) “after, extremity, utmost border, time of the end; end of space” etc. In other words, nothing comes after it. It’s the “end” of time. Also refer to note #7 to convince yourself that “vision” in verse 17 is from “chazown” not “mar’eh” as it is mistakenly designated in Strong’s concordance.
“I will make thee know” from the Hiphil of “yada’” (Strong’s #3045)
550 B.C. — Cyrus II the Great overthrows Astyages of the Medes, establishing the Persian Empire. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/550s_BC)
See also Seventh-day Adventist Bible Dictionary, page 241, for more detail
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astyages (brackets supplied)
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 840 (ellipse mine)
“first” from: “ri’shown” (Strong’s #7223) an adjective meaning “first, primary, former, chief”
“notable” from: “chazuwth” (Strong’s #2380) “vision, conspicuousness”
All these dates can be confirmed in wikepedia free encyclopedia or any of many other histories.
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 841 (right column, 2nd paragraph) and page 845 (right column bottom) Italics supplied
“’az” from Strong’s #5794 “strong” x 12; “fierce” x 4; “mighty” x3; “power” x1; roughly x1; stronger x1
“rab” from Strong’s #7229 “great” x9; “master” x2; “stout” x1; “chief” x1; “captain” x1; “lord” x1
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary Vol.4, page 846 (left column, under “Dark sentences.”)
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 846 (left column, under “Not by his own power.”)
The Great Controversy by E.G. White, page 141
see also http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Excommunication
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 846 (left column bottom to top right)
“policy” from “sekel” (Strong’s #7922) “understanding x7; wisdom x3; prudence x1, knowledge & sense x1
again the Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 846 (top right column) agrees saying that “craft” is better translated “deceit.” You can confirm that by Strong’s #4820.
Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 846 (right column, under “Prince of princes.”)
Ibid under “Without hand.”
“vision” in the first part of verse 26 is from “mar’eh” Strong’s #4758
“evening” from “ereb” (Strong’s #6153)
“morning” from “boqer” (Strong’s #1242)
See The Prophecies of Daniel and the Revelation by Uriah Smith, page 191 and Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary, Vol. 4, page 847.
“vision” from “chazown” (Strong’s #2377)
“many” from “rab” (Strong’s #7227)
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Valentine’s Day, also affectionately called Single’s Awareness Day, is coming up! For little kids, this means decorating a shoe box or paper bag and agonizing over which puppy Valentine card to give to their crush without giving their true feelings away, and for the really little ones, it means candy time. For married couples it’s a time to celebrate the life they’ve decided to make together and for younger couples it’s a time to get excited because it’s (hopefully) going to be a romantic and memorable night. Valentine’s Day is different for every person and couple and evokes a lot of different feelings depending on the state of your relationship, or lack thereof, at the time. But what few people think about is the history of Valentine’s Day and why we are shoveling out all this money to candy companies, flower stores, and Hallmark or even the different ways people celebrate the holiday around the world.
The History: The history of St. Valentine’s Day is actually shrouded in mystery. There were three possible saints with the name of Valentine around the same time who were all martyred. A popular belief is that Valentine was a priest during the 3rd century when Emperor Claudius II of Rome banned single men from taking wives. His rationing was that single men made better soldiers when wives and families didn’t distract them. Valentine believed too much in the love between couples and the joy of a family that he continued to marry young lovers in secret. When Emperor Claudius II discovered this, he ordered Valentine put in jail and sentenced to death. It was during his time in jail that another aspect of the Valentine’s Day history appears. It is said that while he was in jai,l he himself fell in love with the jailor’s daughter and the last note that he sent before he died was signed, “From your Valentine” marking the start of the first ever Valentine card.
So that’s the lovey-dovey history that most people know, but few know about the darker traditions that came before St. Valentine’s Day, such as the feast of Lupercalia. Lupercalia was a Pagan ritual that Pope Gelasius sought to outlaw by making the celebration of St. Valentine on the same day. Lupercalia was celebrated from February 13-15 and entailed the sacrifice of a goat for fertility and a dog for purification. The men would cut the goatskin into strips and walk through town hitting both the crops and the women to bless them with fertility.
Instead of being insulted that the men were slapping them with dead goatskin, the women welcomed it and hoped it would lead to a fertile year. At the end of the day, the women would place their names in an urn and the eligible men would draw a name: their partner for the night. If the match was a success then the couple would be married. The feast of Lupercalia ended when St. Valentine’s Day became the new way to celebrate couples.
Since the start of this Christian day, the celebration has spread around the world and adopted many new traditions:
In Denmark and Norway: There is a tradition that men will send the women “Gaekkebrev”; funny poems or rhyming love notes, signed anonymously with just a dot to symbolize each letter. It is then up to the women to deduce who the man is. If she succeeds, the man must give her an Easter Egg on Easter, but if she can’t figure out who it is, she has to give the man an Easter Egg.
In Finland and Estonia: In this part of the world, the day is more of a celebration of friendship. The day is called “Ystävät Päivä” in Finnish, which translates directly to “Friend’s Day”.
In Norfolk, England: There is a “Jack Valentine” who is basically the Santa Claus of Valentine’s Day. Jack Valentine knocks on children’s doors on Valentine’s Eve and leaves little treats and small presents.
In South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan: In these Asian countries, February 14th is the day that women give gifts of chocolate to the men, and sometimes friends in their life, with the quality of chocolate escalating the more important the man is to them. A month later on March 14th the men celebrate “White Day”. This is the day that the men then give the women gifts of lingerie, jewelry, or, once again, chocolate. One of the awesome perks of being a woman in one of these countries is also the fact that the gifts that the men give have to be at least doubled in value.
Although all these traditions seem exciting, I have to admit that my favorite has to be the American traditions. We look at it from all the angles. If you’re single you can have a fun girl’s night with your other single friends. If you’re in a relationship you can go have a romantic candlelight dinner filled with roses and chocolate. Even if you’re a five-year-old you’re included in the celebration with Valentine Cards and usually a party involving some yummy pink and red desserts. Valentine’s Day is a universal holiday for everyone no matter how old or young and it is this that makes it so special. | <urn:uuid:eec95eed-a2da-4f09-bc43-d09878e7dd94> | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | https://missmillmag.com/career-education/history-valentines-day-traditions-different-countries/ | 2018-02-22T08:41:33Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891814079.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20180222081525-20180222101525-00610.warc.gz | en | 0.968221 | 1,141 |
Wichita A Wichita man accused of scouring homeless shelters looking for people willing to sell their government benefits is apparently ready to admit his role in a food stamp scheme that has snared the owners of two grocery stores and nine other people.
A court docket notation filed Tuesday shows a change-of-plea hearing for Wally Gaggo for the two indictments naming him.
Gaggo was the alleged runner for both Kansas Food Market and the Alnoor Grocery and Biryani House in Wichita.
Criminal charges have been filed against 13 people accused in a scheme that defrauded the government out of more than $580,000.
Prosecutors say the grocery stores typically paid people half the value of their benefits and pocketed the difference. Two food stamp recipients already have pleaded guilty. | <urn:uuid:de0ee7cc-d03f-4476-99ff-9114bcfe0fce> | CC-MAIN-2016-30 | http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2011/jun/08/defendant-kansas-food-stamp-scheme-change-plea/ | 2016-07-25T17:36:24Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-30/segments/1469257824319.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20160723071024-00303-ip-10-185-27-174.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.976339 | 164 |
It’s been a flying visit home. I landed Thursday morning at 6:30 and now I’m finishing packing to take off for Oz at 9:30 tonight. a year of travels has refined my packing to an art so stress has been minimal despite the rush. Not unpacking the bike helps too of course!
Given my transitory state I’m doing a reflective blog to let people know what lies ahead for me. My as yet unchanged About Me page really set Kona as a major goal. There’s a big tick through that one, but still lots more to come. My schedule is up-to-date for my major races at the moment so check that for a guide to what’s happening too.
Obviously first off it’s back to Australia for a while. I’m going to be spending most of my time there in Busselton home of Ironman Western Australia. On route I’m stopping off in Perth to race the ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships. Coming only two weeks after Hawaii I am promising nothing! Let’s just see how that one goes.
I’m getting a nice four weeks of build up to Ironman Western Australia. My aim this time – smash my previous race time and get on the age group podium! There I said it. Put it down to some post-Kona confidence, but I’ve those two goals in mind. I want to get as close to nine hours as possible something I think is achievable based on last year’s performance. I also want o be on the age group podium again, I liked it at Ironman UK! It’ll be challenging there’s plenty of decent athletes out there and you never know who will turn up on the day.
After that it’s off to New Zealand to stay in Wellington with a good mate. Slightly different training environment to last year, but should give me plenty of opportunity to get stronger on the bike. I’ve got the length of New Zealand Epic Camp to start off the New Year. Then it’s building up over a couple of months for Ironman New Zealand. It’s been a while since I’ve had a solid period of just training and I’m really looking forward to that. I’ve learnt a lot this last year and I think that’ll be my best chance to use that knowledge.
All being well one of those two races will provide me with my Kona slot. I will be taking it and heading back to Hawaii again. That does necessitate me earning a bit of money in the next year though. Funds are coming to an end and besides this was originally just a year out! I’ve a few things coming up and potentially some exciting ways to earn. The focus will be on trying to avoid a return to a full time office job, but instead find ways to earn and maintain the lifestyle. I’m not going to get rich by any means, but I’m happy if I can keep myself enough to train and race.
There’s already my coaching services available. I’m looking to have a small group of athletes to coach at the moment. Too many and it becomes difficult to give everyone the attention they need. There’s still openings for athletes should any of you be interested!! I’m also involved in some training camps that will be happening next year. Details will be announced sometime in the next few months. The aim is to provide a well supported training environment with a guide to help you get the most of your time.
Sorry, enough self-promotion and back to my racing. I’m racing Ironman Lanzarote again and the goal (again) is sub 10 hours. Last time was a disaster, next time I want to be in good fitness on the start line and able to race my best. If that’s the case then I think I can do it. All being well I’ll also get a decent month of training over there just like last time. It was one of the more significant fitness boosts of the year.
Once Lanza is done and assuming my Kona ticket is booked I have four months to prepare for the big race. This time I’m keeping the racing load light. No more Ironman events until the big day. I want to go to Kona with a second longer build period under my belt. The aim after all is to be in even better shape than this year and to set a new Hawaii PB. I’ve looked at times and places. The dream would be to get in the top 10 for my age. Certainly tough so we’ll see how the year goes. I told you my Kona result had boosted my confidence.
In summary the next year is about three things – training more and harder, racing less, but faster and making this lifestyle sustainable. None of them will be easy and I have no idea how I’ll do with each of them. You’ll all get to follow how it goes in this blog though.
My packing is done. It’s not too long before I head to the airport. I’m nervous and excited once more. Lots of new things to see and do over the next few months… No idea exactly where life will take me… Should be fun!
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11872 - Bromeliads (Garden) - 2014-11-17|
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Note: Uwe: you would have seen this plant (out of flower) when you were here and we visited Len's place
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- Identification (11870): Uwe (2014-11-17) =Puya sp.
- Exciting yellow flowers! Is there an image of the plant? (Sent: email@example.com)
- Identification (11870): Walter Till (2014-11-18) =Puya chilensis
- The quite small size of your plant is no obstacle to identify it as such
- Note (11870): Chris Larson (2014-11-18) - Thanks Walter. I just contacted the collector of the seed. He said he thinks he collected it without seeing flowers in inland southern Peru at around 2500 metres. (Sent: firstname.lastname@example.org)
- Identification (11871): Uncle Derek (2014-11-19) =Puya boliviensis
- Wile this does look subgenus Puya it seems closer to P boliviensis with its lax inflorescence and tomentose sepals. It does not look typical P boliviensis and Zizka does report natural hybrids. I will send latest publications to Chris so he can do some butchering! (Sent: email@example.com)
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In a web application I'm developing (Ruby on Rails), the user can specify a local time of any location in the world. (That location is nothing to do with the user's location or the server's location.)
And if Daylight Savings time is used at that location, the user types that time. I need to get the local time without Daylight Savings for the location from the specified Daylight Savings time.
e.g. The server is in San Francisco. The user is in New York. In winter, the user enters the local time during summer (with Daylight Savings) of Minneapolis. And I need to get the equivalent local time of Minneapolis without Daylight Savings offset. Suppose that we don't have information if Daylight Savings Time is used in Minneapolis or not.
Because the user can specify any location in the world, we cannot tell if that location uses Daylight Savings Time. Also the UTC offset information itself doesn't tell if it's in Daylight Savings Time or not.
How can I do this?
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so id say it was a successful trip...i only got hit on by one cousin...
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Where did you go, West Virginia?
Fuck you asshole.
hey, look on the bright side... the kids won't be herp-dee-derp for 2 generations
I was thinking Arkansas?
I hear banjo music
I banged my cousin. Twice. She's from Illinois, I'm from Virginia. Hadn't seen each other in 30 years. Alcohol is a wonderful thing.
You sure you're not from the 918??that happens alot around here....... Sometimes when people are sober.......
203 is ct...
...because no one ever visits family in other area codes?
I say fuck you to anyone who says West Virginia. 99.999% of us aren't like that. So screw off.
Haha I'm pretty sure I kno who this is...
There you go king nut sack... I'm the first douchebag
New haven area? I'd expect this from more of the south
West VIrginian is awesome, you all can shove it.
Just because her cousin hit on her doesn't mean it happened in the South. Maybe the cousin's just fucking weird.
Shut your whore face.
I wonder who the first douchebag to claim first is gonna be
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There’s always something new and improved in the Whitsundays, with plenty happening in recent times.
Not all conferences in the Whitsundays have to be of the five-star variety. BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort on the mainland, for example, will soon launch a brand new multi-purpose conference and meeting venue after receiving a grant through the Tourism Industry Regional Development Fund (TIRF).
The recent approval of the $250,000 grant will enable the award-winning resort to enhance its current accommodation and meeting room and build a new facility with multiple spaces for functions, kids’ activities, guest programs and conferences catering for between 30 and 100 guests.
Coming on top of winning the Queensland and Australian Tourism Awards for best “Tourist and Caravan Park”, the McKinnon family is thrilled to be given this opportunity to develop their facility and improve the Airlie Beach accommodation options and contribute to the overall growth of the tourism industry in the Whitsunday region.
BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday currently caters for families, school groups and relaxed business meetings and the new facility, which is to be completed by December 2013, will improve the offering and increase capacity.
Airlie town upgrade
The $20 million upgrade of the Airlie Beach town centre is now starting to take shape and visitors to the region can start to see what the finished product will look like.
Underground works are almost complete and the above ground beautification works are moving along very quickly.
Visitors to Airlie Beach in the past have known the town as a backpacker haven, however in recent years four and five star apartment developments and a rising number of quality restaurants have seen the town grow up significantly. The major Port of Airlie development at the eastern end of town offers brand new apartments and a restaurant and shopping precinct.
The upgrade to the town centre will reinvigorate the town which is the major hub of the Whitsundays region.
New cruise option
A new full day cruise to Whitehaven Beach was launched by Cruise Whitsundays in April, offering a new option for travellers who want to experience both the southern and northern ends of the beach.
Guests are now able to indulge in six full hours at Whitehaven, experiencing the natural beauty of Whitehaven Beach; from the northern end exploring spectacular Hill Inlet, to the southern end, swimming and sunbathing. Up until now there were no other tours offering guests the chance to experience the full length of the beach in one trip.
The new tour offers guests a leisurely cruise along the full 7km length of Whitehaven Beach and across Hill Inlet to a landing point where a guided walk follows the path and history of the Whitsunday traditional owners, the Ngaro people, and leads exploring guests to the spectacular lookout.
When sea conditions permit, the tour is extended to include nearby Esk Island where guests can snorkel the coral gardens.
Visit www.cruisewhitsundays.com to learn more.
Hayman in the spotlight
Recognised the world over for its beauty, Hayman has done it again, earlier this year being one of a handful of destinations used for the coveted Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2013 shoot.
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit featured an exclusive photo shoot on Hayman, showcasing the powder white beaches, lush tropical rainforests, and azure waters of the island destination.
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Hayman is one of Australia’s premier luxury nature-resort destinations, located on the northernmost point of the Whitsunday Islands in the Great Barrier Reef. Set on 726 acres, the resort offers guests an unparalleled experience of tranquility and natural beauty in its 210 stylish accommodation suites situated throughout the property.
With four restaurants, Hayman Spa and fitness facilities, picturesque meeting and special event areas, and 24-hour butler and concierge service, leisure and luxury are offered in many forms throughout the island. | <urn:uuid:e7a38c35-4062-46d4-8950-8aebee8f9095> | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | http://mice.net.au/article/whitsundays-new-offerings/ | 2022-07-03T08:57:20Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656104215805.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20220703073750-20220703103750-00697.warc.gz | en | 0.942048 | 829 |
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Gloria Leija, City Clerk
Presentation/Discussion on the Proposed Amendments to the Historic Preservation Code
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Memo Ord. Revisions
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A set of new regulations pertaining to asylum in Germany has been passed by parliament. Several aspects of the package have been strongly criticized by opposition parties.
The German parliament on Thursday passed a package of new and tighter laws on asylum after months of sometimes heated debate.
The measures were passed by a vote of 429-147, with four members abstaining.
The legislation is intended to speed up asylum procedures, making it easier to deport migrants whose claim to asylum has not been recognized by the German state.
It also foresees the setting up of special reception centers across the country in which asylum applications by certain groups of asylum-seekers would be processed within three weeks. Those affected would be people from so-called "safe countries of origin" or asylum-seekers who have refused to help authorities process their applications.
Asylum-seekers who have only limited protection under German law because they are not considered to be "personally persecuted" will also now have to wait two years before they can have family members join them in Germany.
This will also affect minors wanting to be reunited with their parents.
The measure was among those that met with themost severe criticism
from opposition parties during the debate on the package.
The package, which will go to the German upper house, or Bundesrat, on Friday for a final vote, aims to help Germany cope with a massive influx of refugees, mostly from the Middle East and Africa, who have come to the country in recent months.
In 2015, Germany took in 1.1 million asylum-seekers, andmany more are expected to come
over the next few years.
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This work explores the experiences of Hans Werner Richter and Alfred Andersch, authors who served in the German army during World War II, were captured by U.S. forces, and enlisted into a secret program to promote American democracy to their fellow POWs while imprisoned in the United States. Upon repatriation, they brought their experiences with the POW publication Der Ruf back to Germany, where they founded a periodical of the same name. Having grown disillusioned with the American occupation, the authors' stark criticisms of U.S. policies led to their dismissal from the second Der Ruf after only fifteen issues. This study attempts to understand their journey from acceptance and endorsement of American democratic ideals to disappointment and opposition to U.S. occupation policies. This transition played a crucial role in the foundation of the most influential West German literary circle: Group 47, organized a few months after the authors' dismissal.
German POWs, Der Ruf, and the Genesis of Group 47
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Prior to our trip, the class mentioned that we are interested in going to an orphanage. Horia works closely with one of them, so he arranges the trip for the evening. RAU drivers take us there, and Dr. Potecea and Horia bring us back. During the weekend trip, Horia mentioned to me that there were many numerous orphanages, but Mia Scarlat’s was the best. Her strong nature and savvy background make the orphanage work efficiently, and those who are in her care are inspired to perform their best and become successful. Mia taught herself English, mostly through the 3 month timeframe she spent with the Castle family in Tennessee. She then served as an interpreter to U.S. groups that aid Romanian orphanages. In her younger years, she was a dancer, and before starting the organization, she was a teacher. This combined with her love for children is the glue that holds everything together. The children are obedient, beautiful, and eager to learn. Her previous and current children are national winners, college graduates, grateful and graceful citizens.
With the money gathered from the students, we bring eggs, honey, juice, jams, and other food supplies she is in need of. In return, as we walk in, the students thank us and tell us hello. They know few words in English, but they are impressive during our first few minutes of meeting them. They sing us songs, play hand-games with us after shaking our hands, and are gathered for story-time.
She details stories on how a lot of them were abused, abandoned, and even used as child sex slaves. Mia detailed to us how difficult it is transforming them to understand physically and emotionally that they are loved unconditionally and all children should get a chance to know and live a normal childhood. She gives us a tour, and speaks fondly of her husband whom she lost three years ago; he was like a father to the children and Mia’s partner in work. Some of the orphans call Mia their mother, because her love and the way she cares for them is exactly that. I do my best to fight away tears that well up in admiration of her strength, and in sadness and shame our modern world still faces obstacles to be able to provide basic necessities and humane treatment to innocent children. It does not work, and the tear ducts let it pour like a rainy day in April.
Before we leave, we are given gifts made by the children. They are framed cross-stitch works, and mine is of a yellow giraffe. I hug the picture and hold it next to my heart. We give hugs to all of the students and depart. On the drive back, Dr. Potecea even admits he was a bit uneasy about going to his first orphanage, as there are many Gypsy children there. After he spends time with them, he is impressed that the children of Roma blood do not have the associated Gypsy accent he expected and are excelling far beyond the average Romanian’s expectations. Everyday since, I am thinking of them and ways that I can help do my part to assist them from afar.
We return after the Cantina has closed, and are famished. I am in the mood for sushi, as our classmates recommend it. Emily, Ami, and I take one taxi together towards the Baneasa. The taxi driver drives us in an unfamiliar direction, and points out the Piazza; a place we hadn’t been to, but a shopping area too. We tell him that this is incorrect, and we eventually drive back to the Baneasa. This takes the entire trip backwards, and he flirts with all of us during the entire trip. In our conversation we find out that he is 37, unmarried, has 2 sons, has a sister in Italy, and wants to come back to the USA with us. We politely decline while hysterically laughing at his attempts. Thirty-five Lei later ($10 USD), we arrive and everyone is too hungry to sit and wait for sushi. My cohorts settle on fast food, and I disappointingly order a fish sandwich from Nordsee. For dessert, Carly purchases and wants to try macaroons and gelato. She shares with me to try her cherry pistachio gelato, and a piece of each of the macaroons: caramel, lychee rose, and coconut. | <urn:uuid:5f3c8a01-bb06-4cbe-b546-c911994e472b> | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | http://uah.edu/chargernation/?p=589 | 2014-04-24T00:54:25Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1398223204388.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20140423032004-00256-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.978583 | 901 |
Spam Celebrates 110th Birthday!
On this date in 1891, Spam was invented. It was one of those great inventions when a guy at a butcher shop said, “What do you want to do with all these leftover pig parts?” Tastes great fried and on toast, maybe add an egg. If you haven’t tried spam, you certainly have not lived. Put it in the category with potted meat and Vienna sausages. Mystery meat at it’s finest.
Spam (officially trademarked as SPAM®) is a canned precooked meat product made by the Hormel Food Corporation. The labeled ingredients in the classic variety of Spam are chopped pork shoulder meat, with ham meat added, salt, water, modified potato starch as a binder, and sodium nitrate as a preservative. Spam’s gelatinous glaze, or aspic, forms from the cooling of meat stock. The product has become part of many jokes and urban legends about mystery meat, which has made it part of pop culture and folklore.
Varieties of Spam include Spam Classic, Spam Hot & Spicy, Spam Less Sodium, Spam Lite, Spam Oven Roasted Turkey, Hickory Smoked, Spam with real Hormel Bacon, Spam with Cheese, and Spam Spread. Availability of these varieties varies regionally.
Spam that is sold in North America, South America, and Australia is produced in Austin Minnesota, (also known as Spam Town USA) and in Fremont Nebraska. Spam for the UK market is produced in Denmark by Tulip under license from Hormel. Spam is also made in the Philippines and in South Korea. In 2007, the seven billionth can of Spam was sold. On average, 3.8 cans are consumed every second in the United States. | <urn:uuid:291def14-ce9c-4b56-abb7-714d355b2211> | CC-MAIN-2014-42 | http://961wodz.com/spam-celebrates-110th-birthday/ | 2014-10-20T09:48:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-42/segments/1413507442420.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20141017005722-00357-ip-10-16-133-185.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.968886 | 392 |
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Microsoft has updated their Product Lifecycles page, and on it the company has placed a 2014 end-date for “Mainstream Support” of its Windows Phone 8 and 7.8 releases.
Windows Phone 8 will be supported with security and other kinds of updates until July 8th, 2014 while Windows Phone 7.8 devices will continue to receive updates a little longer until September 9th. Those dates mean that both releases would have been supported for a total of 18 months after they began making an appearance on devices.
Microsoft is expected to release the next major upgrade to Windows Phone this holiday season, and much like its desktop counterpart, is codenamed Windows Phone Blue. While the company made no mention of upgradeability when updating their product lifecycle info, this is most likely because it will be announced along with the next major version.
And unless Microsoft again makes significant changes to the operating system’s kernel, expect most Windows 8 devices to be eligible for upgrade to Windows Phone Blue.
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From the first December 7 sealed section
Crikey is trying to get a grip on the Federal Parliament information services available to the likes of lobbyists in Canberra and would love some feedback from our plugged in subscriber base.
In terms of tracking press releases, committee reports, Parliamentary speeches, door stop transcripts and radio interview transcripts, where do lobbyists and corporates source the information from:
Get Crikey FREE to your inbox every weekday morning with the Crikey Worm.
We started off assuming these four groups were the main source:
- Parliamentary Library
- Rehame or Media Monitors
- Government websites
But it seems there are lesser known alternatives. For instance numerous lobbyists use a company called AusAccess which provides a subscription service. AusAccess are said to be a bit slow and sometimes subscribers can be deluged with 100 releases in a day, but overall they seem to get pretty good reviews.
Lobbyists tend to only use Rehame or Media Monitors when a particular client requires the service, although they tend to be a little unreliable time-wise, especially with smaller media outlets, and you can get most of the news from the internet news sites anyway.
The Parliamentary Library is a fabulous resource but can be tricky to get into given unless you are working on the Hill. They do have great folders on individual MPs but you are supposed to be a staffer to see them.
Some companies also subscribe to departmental releases and get lobbyists to trawl through the press gallery for communal releases and reports on big days.
A company called Factiva is also said to be quite good for immediate media reporting other than what is normally available for free.
Companies spend huge amounts on subscription services but what is good and who is making the cash? Feedback to email@example.com.
Your feedback on where political insiders get information from?
From the second December 7 sealed section
We’ve had plenty of feedback on the question of where corporates and lobbyists get their political information from:
Lawrie Lobbyist writes:
You were pretty much on the mark regarding the sources for political information – in order of importance it probably runs Media Monitors, Factiva, Rehame and then Aus Access. The Factiva service is timely and can be very expensive if ordering vast quantities of information. Media Monitors is cost effective but cumbersome as they are slow to react to requests.
Melbourne based Media Research Group is increasingly used by corporates and governments alike. They provide bread and butter media monitoring as well as highly regarded media analysis reports but they don’t come cheap.
Rehame offer a similar service but have priced themselves out of the market as more clients become a wake up to their charging practices.
As all staffers know, the first port of call is the Parliamentary Library who are always helpful but are often deluged with more timely requests – a slice of cake and a smile ususally gets you want you want.
Another government affairs type writes:
Yes, Factiva is a good news source. The other source is Lexis Nexis. They’re both available at major university libraries. They are both great for all sorts of news searching & until recently all newspapers were available through Lexis Nexis (Murdoch papers still are). Factiva is the break-away Fairfax product (presumably greater subscription fees behind the separation).
A political staffer writes:
Crikey, as you say – a variety of sources – some paid-for, others web-based, others discovered through social events, good contacts or good research…
Capital Monitors in Canberra and Melbourne provides a very good subscriber service – maybe someone out there uses it. The ABC’s website is pretty good for happening “local” news – ABC Online.
Microsoft Australia’s website provides an informative opt-in e-newsletter.
You mentioned the trawl-through the pigeon-holes in the Gallery – can be VERY useful – departmental/agency annual reports (dumped in the Gallery) also provide a number of different “takes” on information.
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THE Romish doctrine concerning purgatory, pardons, worshipping and adoration, as well of images, as of reliques, and also invocation of saints, is a fond thing, vainly invented, and grounded upon no warranty of Scripture, but rather repugnant to the Word of God.
DOCTRINA Romanensium de purgatorio, de indulgentiis, de veneratione, tum imaginum, tum reliquiarum, necnon de invocatione sanctorum, res est futilis, inaniter conficta, et nullis Scripturarum testimoniis innititur; immo verbo Dei contradicit.
Section I. — History.
THE three preceding Articles concerned the Church visible. This treats of the Church invisible.
The only difference between the wording of this Article and the XXIIId of Edward VI. is, that whereas this has “The Romish doctrine,” that had “The doctrine of the school-authors.”
The Article is so comprehensive that many volumes might be written upon it. It will be necessary therefore to study brevity. It evidently treats of two principal points. I. Purgatory, and the pardons or indulgences connected with the doctrine concerning it. II. The Worship of images and relics, and the Invocation of Saints.
I. 1. Purgatory.
Under the IIId Article we saw that the Jews and the early Christians uniformly believed in an intermediate state between death and judgment. But their language and expectations, at least those of the earliest fathers, are inconsistent with a belief that any of the pious were in a state of suffering, or that the sufferings of the wicked were but for a time only.
Clemens Romanus says, that “Those who have finished their course in charity, according to the grace of Christ, possess the region of the godly, who shall be manifested in the visitation of the Kingdom of Christ.” Justin Martyr says, “The souls of the godly remain in a certain better place, the unjust and wicked in a worse, awaiting the day of judgment.” Irenæus argues from the parable of Dives and Lazarus, that “each sort of men receive, even before the judgment, their due place of abode.” Tertullian speaks of Paradise “as a place of divine pleasantness, destined to receive the spirits of the just.” So Cyprian, “it is for him to fear death who is unwilling to go to Christ.” “Do not suppose death the same thing to the just and the unjust. The just are called to a refreshing, the unjust are hurried away to torment; speedily safety is given to the faithful, to the unfaithful punishment.” This, he shows, is not peculiar to martyrs or eminent saints. “Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, did not suffer martyrdom, yet were honoured first among the patriarchs; and to their company every one is gathered, who is believing and righteous and praiseworthy.”
We may, however, early trace a belief that, as death itself was a part of the curse, so every one was to look forward, not for the rest of the intermediate state, but for the joys of the resurrection; a delay of the resurrection, and a continuance of the death of the body, being esteemed in itself penal, and the result of sin. Indeed, St. Paul (2 Cor. v. 2, 4, 6) taught, that to be unclothed was an evil; though it would be better to be “absent from the body,” since thereby we might be “present with the Lord.” Hence, Irenæus speaks of the time between death and judgment as “a period of condemnation, resulting from man’s disobedience.” And Tertullian says, that “sin, though small in amount, may be to be punished by delay of the resurrection:” of which passage more hereafter.
This leads to the consideration of Prayer for the Dead. There can be no question that this custom very early prevailed among Christians. It is first mentioned by Tertullian, who speaks of the common practice of the Church to make oblations for the dead on the anniversary of the day of their death, which they called their birthday; who says also, that widows prayed for the souls of their husbands that they might have refreshment and a part in the first resurrection. The like is mentioned by Origen, Cyprian, Cyril of Jerusalem, Gregory Nazianzen, Ambrose, Chrysostom, and others of the earliest fathers; and prayers and thanksgivings for the dead occur in all the ancient Liturgies, as in that to be found in the Apostolical Constitutions, in the Liturgies of St. James, St. Mark, St. Basil, St. Chrysostom, &c.
On this early practice, dating unquestionably from the second century, the school-authors and the Romanist divines ground one of their strongest arguments to prove that a belief in Purgatory was primitive and apostolic. For why, say they, were prayers offered for the dead, unless they could profit them? and how could they profit them, except by delivering from the pains of Purgatory, or shortening their duration?
Yet it is to be observed, that many of the very prayers alleged by the Roman Catholic controversialists do of themselves prove that those who composed them could not have believed the persons prayed for to be in purgatory. The prayers for the dead in the ancient Liturgies are offered for all the greatest saints, for the Virgin Mary, the Apostles and martyrs, whom even the Roman Church has never supposed to be in purgatory. Thus the Clementine Liturgy, found in the Apostolical Constitutions, has the words, “We offer to Thee (i. e. we pray) for all the saints who have pleased Thee from the beginning of the world; the patriarchs, prophets, righteous men, apostles, martyrs,” &c. The Liturgy called St. Chrysostom’s prays for all departed in the faith, patriarchs, prophets, apostles, &c.: and “especially for the holy, immaculate, blessed Theotokos, and ever-virgin Mary.” This alone is sufficient to prove that prayer for the dead did not presuppose Purgatory, and was in no degree necessarily connected with it. Indeed, many of the ancients who speak of praying for the dead positively declare their firm belief that those for whom they prayed were in peace, rest, and blessedness, and therefore certainly not in fire and torment; and it is not too much to affirm, that none of the ancient prayers had anything like an allusion to a Purgatory. Nay, even in the ancient Roman missals were the words, “Remember, O Lord, Thy servants which have gone before us with the sign of faith, and sleep in the sleep of peace; To them, O Lord, and to all that are in rest in Christ, we beseech Thee to grant a place of refreshment, of light and peace.”
It has been so common to admit the false premiss of the Romanist divines, (namely, that prayer for the dead presupposes a Purgatory,) that it is to many minds difficult to understand on what principles the early Christians used such prayers. One of those principles was, doubtless, that all things to us unknown are to us future. Present and future are but relative ideas. To God nothing is future; all things are present. But to man, that is future of which he is ignorant. As then we know not with absolute certainty the present condition or final doom of those who are departed; their present condition is relatively, and their final doom, absolutely, future to our minds. Hence, it was thought, we are justified in praying that it may be good, even though the events of their past life may have already decided it. Again, the Resurrection is yet to come, and therefore the full bliss of the departed is yet future. Hence the ancients prayed for a hastening of the Resurrection, much in the spirit of our own Burial Service, and of the petition in the Lord’s Prayer, “Thy kingdom come.” Thus St. Ambrose prayed for the Emperors Gratian and Valentinian, that God would “raise them up with a speedy resurrection.” And the Liturgies constantly ask a speedy and a happy resurrection to those who have died in the Lord.
Another portion of these prayers was Eucharistic or thanksgiving; whereby they gave God thanks both for the martyrs and for all that had died in the faith and fear of God; and these commemorations of the departed were thought most important, as testifying a belief in the doctrine of “the Communion of Saints,” and that the souls of those who are gone hence are still living, still fellow-heirs of the same glory, and fellow-citizens of the same kingdom with ourselves.
These were the chief reasons for prayers for the dead in public Liturgies. In the more private devotions, the solicitude which had existed for beloved objects whilst on earth was still expressed for their souls, when they had gone hence and were in the middle state of the dead. For, though they held that “what shall be to every one at the day of judgment is determined at the day of his death,” yet they thought it not unreasonable to pray that even those who they hoped were safe might not lose that portion of blessedness which they supposed to be in store for them. There were also some private opinions, — as that the “more abundant damnation” of the damned might be lessened, — that there was a first resurrection, at which some eminent saints rose before the rest, and to this they prayed that their friends might attain, — that all men, even the best and holiest, had at the day of judgment a baptism of fire to go through, which should try their works, even though they should be saved in it: of which baptism more presently. Such private and particular opinions influenced the prayers of those who adopted them; but they were all unconnected with the doctrine of purgatory.
The prayers for the dead, thus early prevalent, were in process of time, in the Roman Church, converted into prayers for souls in purgatory. At the beginning of the Reformation, it was first proposed to eradicate all traces of this doctrine from the Liturgies, but to retain such prayers for the dead as were accordant with primitive practice and belief. Accordingly, the first Liturgy of Edward VI. contained thanksgiving for all those saints “who now do rest in the sleep of peace,” prayer for their “everlasting peace,” and that “at the day of the general resurrection all they which be of the mystical body of the Son, might be set on His right hand.” But the reformers afterwards, fearing from what had already occurred that such prayers might be abused or misconstrued, removed them from the Communion and Burial services. Yet still we retain a thanksgiving for saints departed, a prayer that we, with them, may be partakers of everlasting glory, and a request that God would “complete the number of His elect, and hasten His kingdom, that we, with all those who are departed out of this life in His faith and fear, may have our perfect consummation and bliss in His eternal and everlasting glory.” Such commemorations of the dead sufficiently accord with the spirit of the primitive prayers, without in any degree laying us open to the danger that ill-taught or ill-thinking men might found upon them doctrines of deceit or dangerous delusions.
We have seen then, that the doctrine of the ancients concerning the intermediate state was inconsistent with a belief in purgatory, and that their custom of praying for the dead had no connection with it. Yet we may trace the rise of the doctrine itself by successive steps from early times.
In the first two centuries there is a deep silence on the subject. At the end of the second, Tertullian considered that Paradise was a place of divine pleasantness appointed to receive the souls of the just. But early in the third century, Tertullian had left the Church, and joined the Montanists; and there is a passage in one of his treatises, written after he became a Montanist, which deserves attention. In that treatise (De Anima) he indeed clearly speaks of all the righteous as detained in inferis, waiting in Abraham’s bosom the comfort of the resurrection; and says, that doubtless in the intermediate state (penes inferos) are punishments and rewards, as we may learn from the parable of Dives and Lazarus. This appears inconsistent with any purgatorial notion; yet some consider that he had an idea of the kind, because he explains twice in this treatise the words, “Thou shalt not come out thence till thou hast paid the very last farthing,” to mean, that even “small offences are expiated by delay of resurrection.” He seems, however, to consider that they will be more fully punished at the judgment. And even this interpretation of Scripture, which is evidently very different from the doctrine of purgatory, he says that he derived, not from the teaching of the Church, but from Montanus.
Contemporary with Tertullian, though somewhat his junior, was Origen. If Tertullian derived a notion somewhat resembling purgatory from a heretic, Origen derived a notion also bearing some resemblance to it from a heathen. His views of the nature of the human soul were borrowed from Plato. He believed it to be immortal and preexistent, always in a state of progress or decline, and ever receiving the place due to its attainments in holiness, or defection to wickedness. Hence, he did not believe the purest souls of the redeemed, or the holy angels themselves, incapable of sinning, nor the very devils out of all hope of recovery. In accordance with this theory, he was obliged to consider that all the pains of the damned were merely purgatorial, and that their sins would be expiated by fire. To this he applied those passages of Scripture which speak of “a fiery trial,” and of the fire as to “try every man’s work of what sort it is” (1 Cor. iii. 13‒15). He held that at the day of judgment all men must pass through the fire, even the saints and prophets. As the Hebrews went through the Red Sea, so all must pass through the fire of the judgment. As the Egyptians sank in the sea, so wicked men shall sink in the lake of fire: but good men, washed in the blood of the Lamb, even they, like Israel, must pass through the flood of flame; but they shall go through it safe and uninjured. All must go to the fire. The Lord sits and purifies the sons of Judah. He who brings much gold with little lead, shall have the lead purged away, and the gold shall remain uncorrupted. The more lead there is, the more burning there will be. But if a man be all leaden, he shall sink down into the abyss, as lead sinks in the water.
This theory of Origen is so far from being the same with the Romanist’s purgatory, that, first of all, he places it instead of hell; and secondly, so far from looking for it between death and the resurrection, he taught that it would take place after the resurrection, at the day of judgment. Yet to this speculation, the offspring of human reason and Platonic philosophy, we may trace the rise of the doctrine on which the Church of Rome has erected so much of her power, and which has been so fatally pregnant with superstition. The theories of Origen were interesting, his character and learning were captivating; and so his name and opinions had much weight with those who followed him. Accordingly, we find eminent writers both in the East and West embracing his speculations. Lactantius held all judgment to be deferred till the resurrection; then eternal fire should consume the wicked, but it should try even the just. Those who had many sins would be scorched by it, but the pure would come off scathless. Gregory Nazianzen, with the same idea, speaking of various kinds of baptism, Moses’s baptism, Christ’s baptism, the martyr’s baptism, the baptism of penitence, adds, “and perhaps in the next world men will be baptized with fire, which last baptism will be more grievous and of longer duration, which will devour the material part like hay, and consume the light substance of every kind of sin.” Ambrose again, using almost the words of Origen, says, “that all must pass through the flames, even St. John and St. Peter.” And elsewhere he adopts Origen’s illustration of the Israelites and Egyptians passing through the Red Sea, comparing it with the passage of all men through the fire of judgment. Hilary too speaks of all, even the Virgin Mary, as to undergo the trial of fire at the day of judgment, in which souls must expiate their offences. Gregory Nyssen in like manner speaks of “a purgatorial fire after our departure hence,” and of “the purging fire, which takes away the filth commingled with the soul.”
All these views spring from the same source, and tend to the same conclusion. They arise from Origen’s interpretation of 1 Cor. iii. 13‒15; and they imply a belief, not in a purgatory between death and resurrection, but in a fiery ordeal through which all must pass at the day of judgment, which will consume the wicked, but purify the just.
We come now to St. Augustine. His name is deservedly had in honour, and his opinions have borne peculiar weight. He too, like Origen and Ambrose, speaks of the fire of judgment, which is to try men’s works. But he goes further still. In commenting on the passage of St. Paul, so often referred to, (1 Cor. iii. 11‒15,) he says, that if men have the true foundation, even Jesus Christ, though they may not be pure from all carnal affections and infirmities, these shall be purged away from them by the fire of tribulation, by the loss of things we love, by persecution, and in the end of the world by the afflictions which antichrist should bring; in short, by the troubles of this life. But then he adds, that some have supposed that after death some further purging by fire was awaiting them who were not fully purified here, and he says, “I will not argue against it; for perhaps it is true.” He does not set it forth as an article of faith. He does not speak of it as a doctrine of the Church. He does not propound it as an acknowledged truth. He does not lay it down as a settled opinion. He merely alleges it as a probable conjecture. He holds it to be uncertain, whether all tribulation is to be borne here, or some hereafter; or whether some hereafter instead of some here. But he thinks perhaps some such opinion is true. He says at least, it is not incredible. The very mode in which he sets forth his doubts and queries shows that no certain ground could be taken upon the subject, as deduced from undoubted language of Scripture, or primitive teaching of the Church. In fact, he acknowledges the great difficulty of the passage in St. Paul, simply speaks of the purgatorial view as having been suggested, and thinks it not impossible or improbable. In this form of it, it was in fact an evident novelty in the days of St. Augustine.
A century and a half later, Pope Gregory I. laid it down distinctly, that “there is a purgatorial fire before the judgment for lighter faults.” From this time a belief in purgatory rapidly gained ground in the Western Church. Visions and apparitions of the dead were appealed to, as witnesses for the existence of a state of purgation for those souls who were detained in prison waiting for the judgment. Thomas Aquinas and other schoolmen discussed the subject with their usual ingenuity, and more fully explained the situation of purgatory, its pains, and their intensity. But the Greek Church, divided from the Latin on other points, was never agreed with it on this.
In the year 1431 met the synod of Basle, which promised much reformation, and effected none. Thither a deputation had come from the Emperor of Constantinople; and by it a hope was excited that the breach between the two long-divided branches of the Church might now be healed. Eugenius IV. Bishop of Rome, who at first endeavoured in 1437 to translate the Council of Basle to Ferrara, now strove to remove it to Florence (A. D. 1439). Only four of the Bishops left Basle at his command, the rest continuing their sitting there till 1443, forming a council acknowledged as œcumenical by great part of Europe, though opposed to the pope. However, several Italian bishops met at Florence, and were joined by the Greek emperor and some bishops from the East. In this synod the Greek deputies were induced to acknowledge, that the Bishop of Rome was the primate and head of the Church, that the Holy Spirit proceedeth from the Father and the Son, and that there is a purgatory. These decrees were signed by about sixty-two Latin bishops, by John Palæologus the emperor, and by eighteen Eastern bishops. On their return to Constantinople the Greek prelates were received with the greatest indignation by those whom they might be supposed to represent. The decrees of Florence were utterly and most summarily rejected in the East, the synod was altogether repudiated, and has never since been recognized. The patriarchs of Antioch, Alexandria, and Jerusalem, who were represented by deputies in the council, joined in the protest against it. To this day the Eastern Church has never acknowledged it, nor does it accept any of its decrees, whether concerning the Procession, the Pope, or Purgatory.
The Council of Trent, A. D. 1563, professing to be “taught by the Holy Spirit, the Scriptures, and tradition of the fathers,” decreed, that there is a purgatory, and that souls there detained are aided by the sacrifice of the altar. It, however, forbade the people to be troubled with any of the more subtle questions on the subject.
The divines of the Church of Rome have not been so careful as the council to avoid entering into minute discussion. Bellarmine has a whole book on the circumstances of purgatory. In this, he first discusses for whom purgatory is reserved. Then he argues that souls there detained can neither merit nor sin; then, that they are sure of salvation. Then he resolves the question, Where is purgatory? Next he discusses, whether souls pass straight from purgatory to Heaven, or whether there be a Paradise besides. He discusses how long purgatory lasts, of what nature is its punishment, whether its fire is corporeal, (which he solves in the affirmative,) whether demons torment the souls there, (which he leaves in doubt). And lastly, he teaches how prayers aid the souls in purgatory, and what kind of prayers they should be.
2. Pardons or Indulgences.
These, in the sense intended by this Article and taught by the Church of Rome, sprang out of the doctrine of Purgatory.
In the Primitive Church, when Christians had lapsed in persecution, or otherwise incurred the censure of the Church, it was not uncommon for the bishops to relax the penances which had been enjoined on them, either when there was danger of death, or at the intercession of the martyrs or confessors in prison, or from some other worthy cause. Very early, the custom of martyrs interceding appears to have been abused; and the high esteem in which martyrdom was held, led to the precipitate reception of their prayers for offenders, to the interruption of the right discipline of the Church.
The Council of Ancyra, and, soon after, the Council of Nice, gave bishops express authority to restore offenders to communion, and to shorten the term of their penitential probation, on consideration of past good conduct or present tokens of true repentance. This was reasonable enough. But all good is liable to abuse. In process of time, liberal almsgiving was accepted in lieu, or at least in mitigation of penance; the beginning of which custom is charged, though probably without justice, on our own Archbishop Theodore. Here was a loop-hole for all evil to creep in. The subsequent sale of indulgences easily rose out of the permission to substitute charity to the poor or to the Church for mortification and humiliation before God.
But the obtaining of such exemptions is a wholly different thing from the modern doctrine of the Roman Church concerning indulgences. Indulgences indeed now are said to be exemptions from the temporal punishment of sins. But in the term temporal punishment are included not only Church-censures, but the pains of purgatory; and it is held, that the Bishop of Rome has a store or treasure of the merits of Christ and of the saints, which, for sufficient reasons, he can dispense, either by himself or his agents, to mitigate or shorten the sufferings of penitents, whether in this world or the world to come; this power not, of course, extending to the torments of hell, which are not among the temporal punishments of sin. Some of the Roman Catholic divines acknowledge that no mention of such indulgences is to be found in Scripture or in the fathers. Many of the schoolmen confess that their use began in the time of Pope Alexander III., at the end of the twelfth century. Indeed, before this time, it is hardly possible to discover any traces of them. The first jubilee, or year of general indulgence, is said to have been kept in the pontificate of Boniface VIII., 1300 years after Christ. And the famous bull, Unigenitus, was issued by Pope Clement VI. fifty years after the first jubilee, A. D. 1350. It was not without discussion and opposition that this custom grew and prevailed. It reached its greatest height of corruption in the Pontificate of Leo X., when Tetzel, the agent of that pope, openly selling indulgences in Germany, roused the spirit of Luther, and so hastened the Reformation. This led to more formal discussion and consideration of the grounds of it. The Council of Trent decreed, that “the treasures of the Church should not be made use of for gain, but for godliness.” It declared, that “the power of granting indulgences was given by Christ to His Church,” that, according to ancient usage, “it is to be retained in the Church;” and it anathematizes those “who assert that indulgences are useless, or that the Church cannot grant them.” Yet it enjoins moderation in their use, lest “by too great facility in granting them ecclesiastical discipline be enervated;” and forbids all abuses, whereby profit has been sought by them, and through which scandal has arisen from heretics.
II. 1. “Worshipping and adoration as well of images as of relics.”
We have strong testimony from the earliest times against anything like image-worship, or the use of images or pictures, for the exciting of devotion. Irenæus speaks of it as one of the errors of some of the Gnostics, that they had images and pictures, which they crowned and honoured, as the Gentiles do, professing that the form of Christ, as He was in the flesh, was made by Pilate. Clement of Alexandria repeatedly speaks of the impropriety of making an image of God, the best image of whom is man created after His likeness. Origen quotes Celsus as saying that Christians could not “bear temples, altars, and images;” and proceeds to justify the forbidding of statues and images, showing that Christians rejected them on a higher principle than the Scythians and nomad tribes of Libya. He contends, that it is folly to make images of God, whose best image are those virtues and graces which the Word forms within us, and by which we imitate Him, the “First-born of every creature,” in whom, of all things, is the highest and noblest image of the Father. So Minucius Felix asks “What should I form as an image of God, when, if you think rightly, man is himself God’s image?” Exactly in like manner argues Lactantius: “That is not God’s image which is made with man’s fingers, with stone or brass: but man himself, who thinks and moves and acts;” and he says, “it is superfluous to make images of gods, as if they were absent, when we believe them to be present.” Athanasius as plainly condemns the adoration of images, whether in their use the Supreme Being be to be worshipped, or only angels and inferior intelligences.
The Romanist divines lay great stress on the early mention of the use of the sign of the cross and of emblematical figures. But, how far either of these are from resemblance to the later use of images, it is impossible that any one can be unmindful. Symbols of the faith were unquestionably very early adopted, perhaps from the very first; and have been retained, not only in the Anglican, but in the Lutheran and other reformed communions.
Tertullian speaks of the symbol, on a chalice, of the Good Shepherd carrying the lost sheep on his shoulders. This was not even a figure of our Saviour, but merely an emblem of Him; and this is the only instance ever mentioned by writers of the first three centuries. The sign of the cross, we learn from the same father, was constantly made by the first Christians on their foreheads, at their going out and coming in, at meals, at bathing, at lying down and rising up; and all this, he says, had been handed down by ancient custom and tradition. But though they thus used the sign of the Cross, to remind them of Him who was crucified, it was not to worship it. “We neither worship crosses, nor wish for them,” says Minucius Felix; for the heathens had charged upon Christians that they paid respect to that instrument of punishment which they deserved. But the cross was esteemed emblematical of the doctrine of the Cross, and a badge to distinguish Christian from heathen men. If ever the early Christians were likely to have worshipped the cross, it was when the Empress Helena, mother to Constantine the Great, found, or thought she found the true cross on which our Lord was crucified. But how little was this the case, we learn from the words of St. Ambrose. He tells us that Helena found the nails with which our Lord was crucified, and placed one in the crown worn by Constantine. “Wise Helena,” he says,” who exalted the cross on the head of kings, that Christ’s cross might be adored in kings.” But then he remarks that Helena worshipped that great King who was crucified, “not the wood on which He was crucified; that would be a heathenish error, a vanity of impious men; but she worshipped Him who hung upon the cross.” In vain therefore is the ancient use of the cross, or even the respect paid to the figure of it, alleged as a proof of the antiquity of image-worship. Indeed, it has not been the cross, but the Crucifix, the figure of the crucified Saviour, which has tempted to an idolatrous worship of it.
We have seen that it was charged against the Gnostics as an error, that they had an image of our Saviour, and paid it honour as the heathen do. Eusebius tells us that the people of Paneas had a statue, said to have been erected by the woman who was healed of an issue of blood, and supposed to be a likeness of our blessed Saviour. Eusebius remarks on it, that it is no great wonder if the heathen who were healed by our Saviour should have done such things as this, when pictures of St. Peter, and St. Paul, and of Christ Himself, were said to be preserved; all this being after the heathen manner of honouring deliverers. It is true, Sozomen tells us, that, when Julian had removed this statue, and the heathen had insulted it and broken it in pieces out of hatred to Christ, the Christians gathered up the fragments and laid them up in the Church. But it follows not, because the Christians of his day did not wish to see a statue which was esteemed a likeness of our Saviour treated with contempt, that they therefore intended to adore it. They did not set it up in the Church to worship, but simply brought in the fragments there, that they might not be insulted.
It is not improbable that, about the beginning of the fourth century, there was some inclination to bring pictures into churches; for at the Council of Eliberis in Spain, A. D. 305, one of the canons ordered, that “no picture should be in the church, lest that, which is worshipped or adored, be painted on the walls.” At the latter end of the fourth century, we are told that Paulinus, Bishop of Nola, to keep the country-people quiet, when they met to celehrate the festival of the dedication of the church of St. Felix, ordered the church to be painted with portraits of martyrs and Scripture history, such as Esther, Job, Tobit, &c.
Nearly at the same time, or a little earlier, Epiphanius, going through Anablatha, a village in Palestine, “found there a veil hanging before the door of a church, whereon was painted an image of Christ, or some saint — he did not remember which. When he saw in the church of Christ an image of a man, contrary to the authority of Scripture, he rent it, and advised that it should be made a winding-sheet for some poor man.” Here we have the strong testimony of a bishop and eminent father of the Church, not only against image-worship, but even against the use of pictures in the house of God.
At the end of the fourth century again, St. Augustine says that he knew of many who were worshippers of tombs and pictures, and who practised other superstitious rites. But he says, the Church condemns all such, and strives to correct them as evil children. He himself declares, that it is impiety to erect a statue to God in the Church. He contends against the argument of the heathens, that they only used the image to remind them of the being they worshipped, saying that the visible image naturally arrested the attention more than the invisible deity; and hence the use of such an outward symbol of devotion is calculated to lead to a real worship of the idol itself, even of the gold and silver, the work of men’s hands. And then he answers the objection, that Christians in the administration of the Sacraments had vessels made of gold and silver, the work of men’s hands. “But,” he asks, “have they a mouth, and speak not? have they eyes, and see not? or do we worship them, because in their use we worship God? That is the chief cause of the mad impiety, that a form like life has so much power on the feelings of the wretched beings as to make itself to be worshipped, instead of its being manifest that it is not living, and so ought to be contemned,” &c.
From all this it is manifest, that in the fourth century, among ignorant Christians, a tendency to pay reverence to pictures or images was beginning to appear in some parts of the Church; the Church herself and her bishops and divines strongly opposing and earnestly protesting against it. Towards the close of this century, and afterwards, we hear of pictures (not statues) introduced into churches. Yet these pictures were not pictures of our Lord and His saints, but rather historical pictures of Scripture subjects, such as the sacrifice of Isaac, or of martyrdoms, or, as we saw from Paulinus, of Job and Esther, and other famous characters of old. About the same time, pictures of living kings and bishops were admitted into the church, and set up with those of martyrs and Scripture histories. But as with the dead, so neither with the living, was worship either probable or designed. However, danger of this kind soon arose. By degrees not pictures only, but statues were brought in. And in the sixth century, we find that Serenus, Bishop of Marseilles, ordered all the images in the churches of his diocese to be defaced and broken; whereupon Gregory the Great writes to him, to say that he approved of his forbidding images to be worshipped, but that he blamed him for breaking them, as they were innocent of themselves, and useful for the instruction of the vulgar.
In the eighth century arose the famous Iconoclastic controversy of Constantinople. Philippicus Bardanes, the emperor, with the consent of John, patriarch of Constantinople, began by pulling down pictures from the churches, and forbade them at Rome as well as in Greece. Constantius, Bishop of Rome, opposed him, and ordered pictures of the first six councils to be placed in the porch of St. Peter’s. The controversy, thus kindled, raged during the reigns of several subsequent emperors, especially of Leo the Isaurian, and his son Constantine Copronymus, who were zealous Iconoclasts, and the Empress Irene, as zealous for the opposite party, who were called Iconoduli. In the reign of Constantine Copronymus, a council was summoned at Constantinople, A. D. 754, called by the Greeks the Seventh General Council, but rejected by the Latins, which condemned the worship and all use of images. In the reign of Irene, A. D. 784, the second Council of Nice was summoned by that empress, which reversed the decrees of the Council of Constantinople, and ordained that images should be set up, that salutation and respectful honour should be paid them, and incense should be offered; but not the worship of Latria, which is due to God alone. The decrees of this synod were sent by Pope Adrian into France, to Charlemagne, to be confirmed by the bishops of his kingdom; Charlemagne having also received them direct from Greece. The Gallican bishops, having thus a copy of the decrees, composed a reply to them, not objecting to images, if used for historical remembrance and ornament to walls, but absolutely condemning any worship or adoration of them. This work (the Libri Carolini) was published by the authority of Charlemagne and the consent of his bishops, A. D. 790. Charlemagne also consulted the British bishops, A. D. 792, who, abhorring the worship of images, authorized Albinus to convey to Charlemagne, in their name, a refutation of the decrees of the second Council of Nice. In 794, Charlemagne assembled a synod at Frankfort, composed of 300 bishops from France, Germany, and Italy, who formally rejected the Synod of Nice, and declared that it was not to be esteemed the seventh general council. It has been shown, indeed, that the Synod of Nice was not received in the Western Church for five centuries and a half; and it was very long before there was any real recognition of image-worship in the West, except in those Churches immediately influenced by Rome.
In 869, the Emperor Basil assembled another council at Constantinople, attended by about one hundred Eastern bishops and the legates of Pope Adrian. This confirmed the worship of images, and is esteemed by Romanists as the eighth general council. Yet it is wholly rejected by the Eastern Church, and was evidently for a long time not acknowledged in the West. It was rejected by the next Council of Constantinople, held A. D. 879, which itself also is rejected by the Western Church.
The Council of Trent, which is supposed to fix the doctrines of the Roman Church, enjoins that “Images of Christ, the Virgo Deipara, and the saints, shall be retained in churches, and due honour and veneration given to them, not because any divinity or virtue is believed to be in them, for which they are to be worshipped, nor because anything is to be sought from them, or faith reposed in them, as by the Gentiles, who placed their hope in images; but because the honour which is paid to them is referred to their prototypes; so that by means of the images, which we kiss and bow down before, we adore Christ and reverence the saints, whose likeness they bear.”
2. The worshipping of relics is so much connected with the adoration of images and invocation of saints, that we may pass it over the more briefly.
No doubt, there was an early inclination to pay much respect to the remains of martyrs. We know from all antiquity, that the custom prevailed of meeting at their tombs and celebrating the days of their martyrdom. We find that the Smyrnæan Christians were disappointed at not being allowed the body of Polycarp, as many desired to be able to take it away. Yet they indignantly repudiated the notion that they could worship it. The importance attached to the finding of the true cross by St. Helena is an example of a similar feeling. As the bones of Elisha restored a dead man to life, so the ancients early believed that miraculous powers were often conferred on the dead bodies of the martyrs. Such Gregory Nazianzen attributes to the ashes of St. Cyprian, and speaks of his body as a benefit to the community. A little later, Vigilantius, a Gaul by birth, but a presbyter of the church of Spain, declaimed against the veneration which men had in his time learned to pay to the tombs and relics of the martyrs. It is probable, that he charged his fellow Christians with practices of which they were not guilty; yet it is not unlikely, that in the more rude and ignorant neighbourhoods, that, which was at first but natural respect, was even then approaching to mischievous superstition. St. Jerome wrote fiercely against him, most distinctly and vehemently repelling the charge that Christians worshipped the relics of the saints. “Not only,” he says, “do we not worship relics, but not the sun, the moon, angels nor archangels, cherubim nor seraphim, nor any name that is named in this world or in the world to come; lest we should serve the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. We honour the relics of the martyrs, that we may worship Him whose martyrs they are. We honour the servants, that their honour may redound to their Lord’s.” His contemporary, St. Augustine, seems to have been more alive than St. Jerome to the growing evil. He graphically describes and complains of the custom, then beginning, of people wandering about and selling relics, or what they said to be relics, of those who had suffered martyrdom.
Still it has been proved, that, in the early ages, the Church never permitted anything like religious worship to be offered to the relics of the saints. The respect paid to them sprang from that natural instinct of humanity, which prompts us to cherish the mortal remains, and all else that is left to us, of those we have loved and honoured whilst in life; and the belief of the sacredness and future resurrection of the bodies of Christians, joined with the wish to protect them from the insults of their heathen persecutors, added intensity to this feeling. With the progress of image-worship and of the invocation of the saints, grew (and perhaps still more rapidly) the undue esteem of relics, to which sanctity seemed to belong: until at length the relics of saints were formally installed amongst the objects of worship, and set up with images for the veneration of the faithful.
3. The Invocation of Saints.
For this practice no early authority can be pleaded, but against it the strongest testimony of the primitive Christians exists. They assert continually, that we should worship none but God. Thus Justin Martyr: “It becomes Christians to worship God only.” Tertullian: “For the safety of the Emperor we invoke God, eternal, true, and living God . . . . Nor can I pray to any other than to Him, from whom I am sure that I may obtain, because He alone can give it.” Origen: “To worship any one besides the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, is the sin of impiety.” Lactantius complains of the extreme blindness of men (i. e. heathens), who could worship dead men. And Athanasius argues from St. Paul’s language (1 Thess. iii. 11), that the Son must be God, and not an angel or any other creature, since He is invoked in conjunction with His Father.
In the circular Epistle of the Church of Smyrna, narrating the martyrdom of St. Polycarp, which took place about A. D. 147, it is said, that the Jews prevented the giving of the body to the Christians for burial, “lest forsaking Him who was crucified, they should begin to worship this Polycarp;” “not considering,” writes the Church of Smyrna, “that neither is it possible for us to forsake Christ, who suffered for the salvation of all who are saved in the whole world, the spotless One for sinners, nor to worship any other.”
No doubt, the early Christians, believing in “the communion of saints,” had a lively conviction that saints departed were still fellow-worshippers with the Church militant, and thought that those in Paradise still prayed for those on earth. But it does not therefore follow, that they considered that those who joined with us in prayer, ought to be themselves addressed in prayer. On the contrary, we have express evidence that those who believed the saints at rest to pray for the saints in trial, believed that they did so without being invoked. So Origen, “When men, purposing to themselves things which are excellent, pray to God, thousands of the sacred powers join with them in prayer, though not themselves called on or invoked.” Nay! he is here specially arguing against Celsus, who would have had men invoke others of inferior power, after the God who is over all; and he contends that, as the shadow follows the body, so if we can move God by our prayers, we shall be sure to have all the angels and souls of the righteous on our side, and that therefore we must endeavour to please God alone. In the same book he repeatedly denies that it is permitted us to worship angels, who are ministering spirits, our duty being to worship God alone. And whereas Celsus had said, that angels (δαίμονες) belonged to God, and should be reverenced, Origen says, “Far from us be the counsels of Celsus, that we should worship them. We must pray to God alone who is over all, and to the only-begotten Son, the first-born of every creature, and from Him must ask, that, when our prayers have reached Him, He, as High Priest, would offer them to His God and our God, to His Father, and the Father of all who live according to His word.”
St. Athanasius observes, that St. Peter forbade Cornelius to worship him (Acts x. 26), and the angel forbade St. John, when he would have worshipped him (Rev. xxii. 9). “Wherefore,” he adds, “it belongs to God only to be worshipped, and of this the angels are not ignorant, who, though they excel in glory, are yet all of them creatures, and are not in the number of those to be adored, but of those who adore the Lord.”
In like manner the Council of Laodicea, held probably about A. D. 364, forbids Christians to attend conventicles where angels were invoked, and pronounces anathema on all such as were guilty of this secret idolatry, inasmuch as they might be esteemed to have left the Lord Jesus, and given themselves to idolatry. Theodoret tells us, that the reason why this canon was passed at Laodicea was because in Phrygia and Pisidia men had learned to pray to angels; and even to his own day, he says, there were oratories of St. Michael among them.
We hear of another early example of an heretical tendency to creature-worship, which seems almost providentially to have been permitted, in order that there might be an early testimony borne against it. Epiphanius tells us that, whereas some had treated the Virgin Mary with contempt, others were led to the other extreme of error, so that women offered cakes before her, and exalted her to the dignity of one to be worshipped. This, he says, was a doctrine invented by demons. “No doubt the body of Mary was holy; but she was not a God.” Again, “The Virgin was a virgin, and to be honoured; yet not given us to be worshipped, but herself worshipper, of Him who was born of her after the flesh, and who came down from Heaven and from the bosom of His Father.” He then continues, that “the words ‘Woman, what have I to do with thee?’ were spoken on purpose that we might know her to be a woman, and not esteem her as something of a more excellent nature, and because our Lord foresaw the heresies likely to arise.” Again he says, “Neither Elias, though he never died, nor Thecla, nor any of the saints, is to be worshipped.” If the Apostles “will not allow the angels to be worshipped, how much less the daughter of Anna,” i. e. the blessed Virgin. “Let Mary be honoured, but let the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit be worshipped. Let no man worship Mary.” “Therefore though Mary be most excellent, holy, and honoured, yet is it not that she should be adored.”
Thus early did the worship of the Virgin show itself, and thus earnestly did the Christian fathers protest against it.
Gregory Nazianzen flourished nearly at the same time with Epiphanius, towards the end of the fourth century. Archbishop Usher says, that his writings are the first in which we meet with any thing like an address to the spirits of the dead. It is worth while to see how this is. First, then, let us premise, that he expressly declares all worship of a creature to be idolatry. He positively charges the Arians with idolatry, because they, not believing the Son of God to be fully equal and of one substance with the Father, yet offered prayers to Him. It is plain, therefore, that any address made by him to the departed could not be intended to be of the nature of that inferior worship, which the Arians offered to the Son, believing Him only the chief of the creatures of God. Yet it is clear that he believed, though not with certainty, that departed saints took an interest in all that passed among their friends and brethren on earth. He had even a pious persuasion that they still continued as much as ever to aid with their prayers those for whom they had been wont to pray on earth. And he ventures to think, if it be not too bold to say so, (εἰ μὴ τολμηρὸν τοῦτο εἰπεῖν,) that the saints, being then nearer to God, and having put off the fetters of the flesh, have more avail with Him than when on earth. In all this he does not appear to have gone further than some who preceded him; nor is there anything in such speculations beyond what might be consistent which the most Protestant abhorrence of saint-worship and Mariolatry. Let us then see how it influenced him in the addresses which he is supposed to have made to the departed. In his first oration against Julian, speaking rhetorically, he addresses the departed emperor Constantius, “Hear, O soul of the great Constantius, if thou hast any sense or perception of these things, thou and the Christian souls of emperors before thee.” So, in his funeral oration on his sister Gorgonia, he winds up thus: “If thou hast a care for the things done by us, and pious souls have this honour of God, that they perceive such things, receive this our oration, in the place of many funeral rites.” Yet these addresses, so far from resembling the prayer in after-times offered to the saints, do in themselves effectually bear witness that no such prayers were ever at that time sent up to them. In oratorical language, in regular oratorical harangues, Gregory addresses himself to the souls of the departed. In one case he, as it were, calls on the soul of Constantius to witness; in the other he addresses his sister, and trusts that she may be satisfied with the funeral honours done to her. But in both instances he expresses doubt whether they can hear him, and in neither does he make anything like prayers to them.
All good things are liable to abuse; and the affectionate interest which the first Christians felt in the repose of the souls who had gone before them to Paradise, their belief that they still prayed with them and for them, no doubt, in course of time engendered an inclination to ask the departed to offer prayers for them, and so by degrees led to the Mariolatry and saint-worship of the Church of Rome. We have seen, however, the clearest proofs that nothing of the sort was permitted or endured in the first four centuries. Later than that, we have distinct evidence in the same direction from those great lights of the Church, St. Chrysostom and St. Augustine. The former protests against angel-worship as the most fearful abomination, and attributes its origin to the inventions of the devil. St. Augustine replies to a charge brought by the Manichees, that the Catholics worshipped the martyrs, saying that Christians celebrated the memories of martyrs to excite themselves to imitation, to associate themselves in their good deeds, to have the benefit of their prayers; but never so as to offer up sacrifice (the sacrifice of worship) to martyrs, but to the God of martyrs. “The honour,” he continues, “which we bestow on martyrs, is the honour of love and society, just as holy men of God are honoured in this life; but with that honour which the Greeks call Latria, and for which there is no one word in Latin, a service proper to God alone, we neither worship nor teach any one to worship any but God.”
Unhappily, some even of this early time, whose names are deservedly had in honour, were not so wise. St. Jerome, the contemporary of St. Chrysostom and St. Augustine, gave too much encouragement to the superstitions which were taking root in his day. Vigilantius, whatever his errors may have been, seems wisely to have protested against the growing tendency to venerate the relics and bones of the martyrs, and even called those who did so, idolaters. St. Jerome repudiates indeed all idolatrous worship. “Not only do we not worship and adore the relics of martyrs, but neither sun nor moon, nor angels, nor archangels, cherubim nor seraphim, nor any name that is named, in this world or in the world to come, lest we should serve the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed forever.” But he earnestly defends the sanctity of the martyrs’ relics. Vigilantius had argued, that the souls of Apostles and martyrs were either in the bosom of Abraham, or in a place of rest, and refreshment, or beneath the altar of God (Rev. vi. 9). But Jerome contends, that “they follow the Lamb whithersoever He goeth (Rev. xiv. 4); and as the Lamb is everywhere present, so we may believe them to be; and as demons wander through the earth, can we argue that the souls of martyrs, must be confined to one place?” On the contrary, he thinks that they may frequent the shrines where their relics are preserved, and where their memorials are celebrated. He expresses belief in miracles wrought at the tombs of martyrs, and that they pray for us after their decease. He defends the custom of lighting torches before the martyrs’ shrines, denying that it is idolatrous to do so. Here, though such language is far different from what we read in after-ages, we yet clearly trace the rise and gradual progress of dangerous error.
The temptation to turn the mind from God to His creatures is nowhere more likely to assail us than in our devotions. The multitude, converted from heathenism, who had all along worshipped deified mortals, readily lapsed into the worship of martyrs. The noxious plant early took root, and though for a time the wise and pious pastors of the Church kept down its growth, still it gained strength and sprang up afresh; until in ages of darkness and ignorance it reached a height so great, that, at least among the rude and untaught masses, it overshadowed with its dark branches the green pastures of the Church of Christ.
It is unnecessary to trace its progress. It grew steadily on, though still checked occasionally. During the Iconoclastic controversy, one of the canons of the Council of Frankfort forbade not only image-worship, but the invocation of saints (A. D. 794); which, however, had been upheld by the opposite party at the second Council of Nice (A. D. 787).
Our Article especially condemns the “Romish doctrine” of invocation of saints, for which, of course, we must consult the decrees of the Council of Trent. That council simply enjoins, that the people be taught “that the saints reigning with Christ offer their prayers for men to God, and that it is good and useful to invoke them as suppliants; and for the sake of the obtaining of benefits from God through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is our only Redeemer and Saviour, to have recourse to their prayers.” The calling this idolatry it declares to be impious. The creed of the council has one article, “As also that the saints reigning with Christ are to be venerated and invoked, and that they offer up prayers for us to God, and that their relics are to be venerated.”
This is the mildest statement of the doctrine. Unhappily the practice has far exceeded it; and that too in the public and authorized prayers of the Romish Church. It would be an irksome task to collect the many expressions of idolatrous worship with which the Blessed Virgin is approached; and they are too well known to make it necessary.
It is desirable to observe the distinctions which Romanist divines make between the worship due to God, and that paid to the Blessed Virgin and the saints. They lay it down, that there are three kinds of worship or adoration: first, latria, which belongs only to God; secondly, that honour and respect shown to good men; thirdly, an intermediate worship, called by them dulia, which belongs to glorified saints in general, and hyperdulia, which belongs to the human nature of Christ, and to the Blessed Virgin.
They determine, that the saints are to be invoked, not as primarily able to grant our prayers, but only to aid us with their intercessions; although they admit, that the forms of the prayers are as though we prayed directly to them; as for instance in the hymn: —
Maria mater gratiæ,
Tu nos ab hoste protege,
Et hora mortis suscipe.
They say, moreover, that the saints pray for us through Christ, Christ prays immediately to the Father.
It has seemed unnecessary to say anything of the views concerning the various subjects of this Article, as entertained by the different Protestant communions. All the reformed bodies of Europe have agreed in condemning the belief in purgatory, image-worship, and saint-worship. The Calvinistic bodies are more rigid than the Church of England and the Lutherans, in their rejection of all outward symbolism and emblems in their worship and places of worship. The Lutherans retain, not only the cross, but pictures and the Crucifix in their churches; but, of course, they exhibit nothing like adoration to them. The Church of England has retained the cross as the symbol of redemption, and has encouraged the architectural adornment of her churches, but she has generally rejected the Crucifix, and whatever may appear to involve the least danger of idolatrous worship.
- ἔχουσιν χώραν εὐσεβῶν. — Clem. Ad Cor. I. 50. ↑
- τὰς μὲν τῶν εὐσεβῶν ψυχὰς ἐν κρείττονί ποι χώρῳ μένειν, κ. τ. λ. — Dial. p. 223; Conf. Quæst. et Respons. ad Orthodox. Justino Imputat. qu. 5. ↑
- “Dignam habitationem munamquamque gentem percipere etiam ante judicium.” — Lib. II. 63. Compare Lib. V. 31, quoted above, p. 97. ↑
- “Locum divinæ amœnitatis recipiendis sanctorum spiritibus destinatum.” — Apol. I. 47. ↑
- “Ejus est mortem timere qui ad Christum nolit ire.” — Cyp. De Mortalitate, p. 157, Oxon. 1682. ↑
- “Non est quod putetis bonis et malis interitum esse communem. Ad refrigerium justi vocantur, ad supplicium rapiuntur injusti: datur velocius tutela fidentibus, perfidis pœna.” — Ibid. p. 161. ↑
- “Ad quorum convivium congregatur quisquis fidelis et justus et laudabilis invenitur.” — Ibid. p. 163. The reasoning of the whole treatise De Mortalite is of the same kind, and quite inconsistent with a belief that good men going out of this life have a penal state to undergo before attaining to rest and happiness. ↑
- “Ut quemadmodum caput resurrexit a mortuis, sic et reliquum corpus omnis hominis qui invenitur in vita, impleto tempore condemnationis ejus, quæ erat propter inobedientiam, resurgat.” — Iren. III. 21. ↑
- “Modicum quoque delictum mora resurrectionis illic luendum.” — De Anima, c. 58. ↑
- “Oblationes pro defunctis, pro natalitiis annua die facimus.” — De Corona Milit. c. 3. “Pro anima ejus orat, et refrigerium interim adpostulat ei, et in prima resurrectione consortium, et offert annuis diebus dormitionis ejus.” — De Monogamia, c. 10. ↑
- Lib. IX. In Rom. xii. ↑
- Epist. 34, Edit. Fell, 39, p. 77. ↑
- Catech. Myst. V. 6, 7. ↑
- Orat. in Cæsar. juxta fin. ↑
- Epist. II. 8, Ad Faustinum. ↑
- Hom. 41. in 1 ad Corinth. ↑
- Constitut. Apostol. Lib. VIII. cap. 12. ↑
- ἐξαιρέτως τῆς παναγίας, ἀχράντου, ὑπερευλογημένης δεσποίνης ἡμῶν Θεοτόκου καὶ ἀειπαρθένου Μαρίας. — Chrysost. Liturg. Græc. ↑
- See this shown in very numerous instances by Archbishop Usher, Answer to a Jesuit, ch. VII., and by Bingham, E. A. Bk. XV. ch. III. § 16. ↑
- “Memento etiam, Domine, famulorum famularumque tuarum, qui nos præcesserunt cum signo fidei, et dormiunt in somno pacis. Ipsis, Domine, et omnibus in Christo quiescentibus, locum refrigerii lucis et pacis ut indulgeas deprecamur.” — Bibl. Patr. Gr. Lat. Tom. II. p. 129, quoted by Usher and Bingham, as above. ↑
- See Bp. Bull, Sermon III. Works, I. p. 71, Oxf. 1827. ↑
- “Te quæso, summe Deus, ut charissimos juvenes matura resurrectione suscites et resuscites.” — Ambros. De Obit. Valentini, in ipso fine; Usher, as above. ↑
- See numerous examples, quoted by Usher as above. ↑
- “The term of εὐχαριστήριος εὐχὴ, ‘a thanksgiving prayer,’ I borrow from the writer of the Ecclesiastical Hierarchy, (Dionys. Eccles. Hierarch. cap. VII.) who, in the description of the funeral observances used of old in the Church, informeth us, first, that the friends of the dead accounted him to be, as he was, blessed, because that, according to his wish, he had obtained a victorious end, and thereupon sent forth hymns of thanksgiving to the Author of that victory, desiring that they themselves might come unto the like end.” — Usher, as above. ↑
- Epiphan. Hæres. LXXV. n. VII. ↑
- “Quod enim in die judicii futurum est omnibus, hoc in singulis die mortis impletur.” — Hieronym. In Joel, cap. 2; Usher, Ibid. ↑
- See this exemplified in the prayer of St. Augustine for his mother Monica. — Confess. Lib. IX. cap. 13, quoted by Bingham, Lib. XV. ch. III. § 16. ↑
- “Ut tolerabilior sit damnatio.” — Aug. Enchirid. ad Laurent. cap. CX. Bingham, Ibid. ↑
- This was a Millenarian opinion, and was held by Tertullian. — De Monogam. cap. 10; Cont. Marcion. Lib. III. cap. 25; Bingham, Ibid. ↑
- The student should by all means read Usher’s Answer to a Jesuit, ch. VII. On Prayer for the Dead; and Bingham, Bk. XV. ch. III. §§ 15, 16. See also Field, Of the Church, Bk. III. c. 9, 17; Jer. Taylor, Dissuasive from Popery, pt. I. ch. I. § IV.; Bramhall, Answer to M. De la Milletiere, I. p. 59, of the Anglo-Catholic Library; Bull’s Works, I. Serm. III. &c. ↑
- Apol. I. 45, quoted above. ↑
- Tertull. De Anima, 55. ↑
- Ibid. 58. ↑
- “Ne . . . . judex te tradat angelo executionis, et ille te in carcerem mandet inferum, unde non dimittaris, nisi modico quoque delicto mora resurrectionis expenso.” — Ibid. 35. “In summa carcerem illum quem evangelium demonstrat inferos intelligimus, et novissimum quadrantem, modicum quoque delictum mora resurrectionis illic luendum interpretamur; nemo dubitabit animam aliquid pensare penes inferos salva resurrectionis plenitudine per carnem quoque.” — Ibid. 58. ↑
- See the concluding words in the last-cited passage. ↑
- “Hoc enim Paracletus (h. e. Montanus) frequentissime commendavit, si quis sermones ejus ex agnitione promissorum charismatum admiscuit.” — Ibid. There is a passage in Cyprian (Epist. 55 ad Antonian. p. 109, Oxf. 1682) from which it is supposed that he adopted this view of Tertullian, whom he called “his Master.” Rigaltius has shown that the language thus used by Cyprian applies to the penitential discipline of the Church, not to a purgatorial fire after death. It is true, the wording of this passage looks like Tertullian’s reasoning. But Cyprian’s language is so constantly opposed to the notion of purgatory, that it is scarcely possible that he should have consistently held that doctrine. See the passages above quoted from his treatise De Mortalitate. So the following: “Quod interim morimur, ad immortalitatem morte transgredimur; nec potest vita æterna succedere, nisi hinc contigerit exire. Non est exitus iste, sed transitus: et temporali itinere decurso, ad æterna transgressus.” — De Mortalitate, 12, p. 164. “Amplectamur diem, qui assignat singulos domicilio suo, qui nos istinc ereptos, et laqueis sæcularibus exsolutos Paradiso restituit et regno.” — Ibid. 14, p. 166. ↑
- De Principiis, Lib. I. cap. 6, n. 3, Hieronym. In Jonæ Proph. c. III.; Augustin. De Civit. Dei, Lib. XXI. c. 17, Tom. VII. 637. See Laud against Fisher, § 38. ↑
- Origen, De Principiis, Lib. II. cap. 10, n. 5; Homil. in Levitic. vii. n. 4. ↑
- Homil. III. in Ps. xxxvi. num. 1. ↑
- Homil. in Exod. vi. num. 4. ↑
- Lactant. VII. 21. ↑
- τυχόν ἐκεῖ τῷ πυρὶ βαπτισθήσονται τῷ τελευταίῳ βαπτίσματι τῷ ἐπιπονωτέρῳ καὶ μακροτέρῳ, ὁ ἐσθίει τὸν χόρτον, τὴν ὕλην, καὶ δαπανᾷ πάσης κακίας κουϕότητα. — Greg. Nazianz. Oratio XXXIX. juxta finem. ↑
- Serm. XX. in Psal. 118. ↑
- In Psal. 36. ↑
- “Cum ex omni otioso verbo rationem simus præstituri, diem judicii concupiscemus, in quo subeunda sunt gravia illa expiandæ a peccatis animæ supplicia,” &c. — Hilar. In Ps. 118, lit. Gimel. ↑
- μετὰ τὴν ἐνθένδε μετανάστασιν, διὰ τῆς τοῦ καθαοσίου πυοὸς χωνείας. — Orat. De Mortuis, Tom. III. p. 634, Paris, 1638. τοῦ καθαρσίου πυρὸς τὸν ἐμμιχθέντα τῇ ψυχῇ ῥύπον ἀποκαθῃράντος. — Ibid. p. 635. See Laud against Fisher, § 38. ↑
- De Civitate Dei, XVI. 24, XX. 25, Tom. VII. pp. 437, 609. ↑
- “Post istius sane corporis mortem, donec ad illum veniatur, qui post resurrectionem corporum futurus est damnationis ultimus dies, si hoc temporis intervallo spiritus defunctorum ejusmodi ignem dicuntur perpeti, quem non sentiant illi qui non habuerunt tales mores et amores in hujus corporis vita, ut eorum ligna, fœnum, stipula consumatur; alii vero sentiant qui ejusmodi secum ædificia portaverunt, sive ibi tantum, sive ideo hic ut non ibi, sæcularis, quamvis a damnatione venialia concremantem ignem transitoriæ tribulationis inveniant, non redarguo, quia forsitan verum est.” — De Civit. Dei, XXI. 26, Tom. VII. p. 649. ↑
- “Tale aliquid etiam post hanc vitam fieri, incredibile non est, et utrum ita sit quæri potest, et aut inveniri aut latere, nonnullos fideles per ignem quendam purgatorium quanto magis minusve bona pereuntia dilexerunt, tanto tardius citiusque salvari.” — Enchiridion ad. Laurent. cap. 69, Tom. VI. p. 222. See also De Fide et Operibus, cap. 16, Tom. VI. p. 180. ↑
- We must by no means imagine that the fathers uniformly interpreted this passage of the Corinthians either of a purgatorial fire at judgment, or before the judgment. For example, St. Chrysostom distinctly expounds it of a probatory, not a purgatory fire; and understands that those who suffer loss are those who are damned eternally, and that their “being saved yet so as by fire” means that they shall be preserved from annihilation, not from suffering by the fire. — See Hom. IX. in 1 Corinth. ↑
- “De quibusdam levibus culpis esse ante judicium purgatorius ignis credendus est.” — Gregor. Dial. Lib. IV. cap. 39. Also In Psalm. iii. Pœnitent. in princip.: Usher, Answer to a Jesuit, ch. VI.; Laud against Fisher, § 38. ↑
- See Jer. Taylor, Dissuasive from Popery, pt. I. ch. I. § 4, Vol. X. p. 150, Works, London, 1822. ↑
- Concil. Tom. XIII.; Fleury, LIV.; Gibbon, ch. LXVI. LXVII.; Usher, as above; Palmer, On the Church, pt. IV. ch. XI. § 5. ↑
- Sess. XXV. Decretum de Purgatorio. ↑
- Bellarmin. De Purgatorio, Lib. II. ↑
- Tertullian Ad Martyres, c. I.; Cypr. Ep. 15 ad Martyres; Euseb. H. E. V. 2. ↑
- See Tertullian, De Pudicit. c. 22. ↑
- Concil. Ancyran. Can. V.; Concil. Nicæn. I. Can. XII.; Marshall’s Penitential Discipline, ch. III. § 2. ↑
- Theodore became Archbishop of Canterbury, A. D. 670. The custom of purchasing exemption of penance by almsgiving can be proved to be of greater antiquity than this. See Marshall, as above. ↑
- “Recte Clemens VI. Pont. in Constitutione, Extravagantis, quæ incipit Unigenitus . . . . declaravit, extare in Eccl. thesaurum spiritualem ex passionibus Christi et sanctorum conflatum.” — Bellarmin. De Indulgentiis, Lib. I. cap. 2. “Restat igitur ut passiones sanctorum, si ullo modo dispensari debeant, extra sacramentum solum, idque per solutionem solius reatus pœnæ temporalis dispensari debeant.” — Ibid. cap. 3. See also cap. 10, where Indulgences are shown to apply either to penance in this life or purgatorial pains in the next. ↑
- Jer. Taylor, Dissuasive from Popery, ch. I. § 3, Vol. X. p. 138; Bellarmin. De Indulgentiis, Lib. I. cap. 2. ↑
- See Bp. Taylor, as above, who refers to Franciscus de Mayronis and Durandus as having disputed against it. See also Bellarmine, as above. ↑
- Sess. XXI. cap. IX. ↑
- Sess. XXV. Decretum de Indulgentiis. ↑
- Iren. Adv. Hær. I. 24, ad finem. Comp. Epiphan. Hæres. XXVII. n. 6, who charges the Carpocratians with worshipping images of Christ, together with those of the philosophers, as the Gentiles do. So Augustine (Hæres. VII.) accuses them of worshipping images of our Lord, of St. Paul, Homer, and Plato. ↑
- Strom. Lib. V. 5, Tom. II. p. 662, Lib. VI. 18, Tom. II. p. 825, Lib. VII. 5, Tom. II. p. 845, &c. ↑
- Cont. Cels. Lib. VII. 62, seq. ↑
- Cont. Cels. Lib. VII. 18. ↑
- Minuc. Felic. Octavius, p. 313. Lugd. Batav. 1672. ↑
- Instit. II. 2. ↑
- Orat. cont. Gentes. Tom. I. p. 22, Col. 1686. ↑
- De Pudicit. c. 7. ↑
- De Corona M. c. 3. ↑
- Octav. p. 284. ↑
- Ibid. p. 86; Tertull. Apol. c. 16. ↑
- “Sapiens Helena, quæ crucem in capite regum levavit, ut crux Christi in regibus adoretur.” — Ambros. De Obitu Theodosii, juxta finem. ↑
- “Habeat Helena quæ legat (h. e. titulum in crucem a Pilato inscriptum) unde crucem Domini recognoscat. Invenit ergo titulum, Regem adoravit, non lignum utique, quia hic gentilis est error, et vanitas impiorum, sed adoravit Illum qui pependit in ligno,” &c. — Ibid. ↑
- ὡς εἰκὸς τῶν παλαιῶν ἀπαραϕυλάκτως οἶα σωτῆρας ἐθνικῇ συνηθείᾳ παρ’ ἑαυτοῖς τουτον τιμᾷν εἰωθότων τὸν τρόπον. — H. E. VII. 18. ↑
- Sozomen. V. 21. ↑
- Concil. Eliber. can. 36: “Placuit picturas in ecclesia esse non debere, ne quod colitur aut adoratur, in parietibus depingatur.” — See Jer. Taylor, Dissuasive pt. I. ch. I. § 8; Bingham, E. A. Bk. VIII. c. VIII. § 6. ↑
- Paulin. Natal. 9, Felicis; Bingham, Bk. VIII. ch. VIII. § 7. ↑
- Epiphan. Epist. ad Johan. Hierosol. translated by St. Jerome. Ep. 60: Bellarmine (De Imagin. Lib. II. c. 9) argues that the passage is an interpolation. But it is all in the MSS., and its genuineness is admitted by Petavius (De Incarnation. Lib. XV. c. 14, 4, 8). See Bingham, as above. ↑
- “Novi multos esse sepulcrorum et picturarum adoratores, &c. . . . .quos et ipsa (Ecclesia) condemnat, et quotidie tanquam malso filios corrigere studet.” — De Moribus Ecclesiæ, I. c. 34, §§ 74, 75, Tom. I. p. 713. ↑
- De Fide et Symbolo, c. VII. Tom. VI. p. 157; Comp. De Consensu Evangelist, I. 16, Tom. III. pt. II. p. 11. ↑
- In Psalm. cxiii.; Serm. II. §§ 4, 5, 6. ↑
- See Bingham, E. A. Bk. VIII. ch. VIII. §§ 9, 11. ↑
- “Quia sanctorum imagines adorari vetuisses, omnino laudavimus: fregisse vero reprehendimus,” &c. — Gregor. Lib. IX. Ep. 9; Bingham, as above; Jer. Taylor, as above. ↑
- In the VIIth Session a profession of faith was read and signed by the legates and bishops, deciding that images of Christ, the Virgin, and the saints, should be exposed to view and honoured, but not worshipped with Latria; but that lights should be burned before them and incense offered to them, as the honour so bestowed upon the image is transferred to the original. ↑
- “Dum nos nihil in imaginibus spernamus nisi adorationem . . . non ad adorandum, sed ad memoriam rerum gestarum et venustatem parietum habere permittimus. — Lib. Carol. Lib. III. c. 16. ↑
- The Caroline books are still extant. The Preface may be seen in Mr. Harvey’s learned and useful work, Ecclesiæ Anglicanæ Vindex Catholicus. ↑
- See Dupin, Eccl. Hist. Cent. VIII.; Mosheim, Eccl. Hist. Cent. VIII. pt. 2, ch. 3; Usher, Answer to a Jesuit, ch. X.; Bp. Bull, Corruption of Church of Rome, Works, II. p. 275, &c.; Palmer, On the Church, part IV. ch. X. § 4. ↑
- Palmer, as above. ↑
- Palmer, On the Church, pt. IV. ch. X. § 5. ↑
- Sess. XXV. De Invocatione, &c. Sanctorum et Sacris Imaginibus. ↑
- Martyr. Polycarpi, c. 17. ↑
- Orat. XVIII. Tom. I. pp. 284, 285. ↑
- Hieronym. Epist. 37, ad Riparium. Tom. IV. part II. p. 279. ↑
- “Alii membra martyrum, si tamen martyrum, venditant.” — De Op. Monach. c. 28, Tom. VI. p. 498. ↑
- See on this subject Bingham, E. A. Bk. XXIII. cap. IV. §§ 8, 9; also (referred to by him) Dallæus De Objecto cultus Religiosi, Lib. IV. ↑
- See Concil. Trident. Sess. XXV.; Bellarmin. De Reliquiis Sanctorum, Lib. IV. &c. ↑
- τὸν Θεὸν μόνον δεῖ προσκυνεῖν. — Apol. I. p. 63. ↑
- “Nos pro salute imperatorum Deum invocamus æternum, Deum verum, Deum vivum … Hæc ab alio orare non possum, quam a quo me scio consecuturum, quoniam et ipse qui solus præstat.” — Apol. c. 30. ↑
- “Adorare quempiam præter Patrem et Filium et Spiritum Sanctum impietatis est crimen.” — Comment. in Epist. ad Roman. Lib. I. n. 16. Comp. In Jesum Nave, Hom. VI. 3: “Non enim adorasset, nisi agnovisset Deum.” ↑
- “Homines autem ipsos ad tantam cæcitatem esse deductos, ut vero ac vivo Deo mortuos præferant.” — Instit. II. c. I. ↑
- νῦν δὲ ἡ τοιαῦτη δόσις δείκνυσι τὴν ἑνότητα τοῦ Πατρὸς καὶ τοῦ Υἱοῦ οὐκ ἂν γοῦν εὔξαιτο τις λαβεῖν παρὰ τοῦ Πατρὸς καὶ τῶν Ἀγγέλων · ἢ παρά τινος τῶν ἄλλων κτισμάτων, οὐδ ‘ ἄν εἴποι τις, δώῃ σοι ὁ Θεὸς καὶ Ἄγγελος. — Contra Arian. Orat. IV. ↑
- οὐδὲ ἕτερόν τινα σέβεσθαι. — S. Polycarpi Martyrium, c. 17; Coteler. Tom. II. p. 200. ↑
- e. g. Origen writes: “Ego sic arbitror, quod omnes illi, qui dormierunt ante nos, patres pugnent nobiscum, et adjuvent nos orationibus suis. Ita namque etiam quendam de senioribus magistris audivi dicentem,” &c. — In Jesum Nave, Hom. XVI. 5. ↑
- ὥστε τολμᾶν ἡμᾶς λέγειν, ὅτι ἀνθρώποις μετὰ προαιρέσεως προτιθεμένοις τὰ κρείττονα, εὐχομένοις τῷ Θεῷ, μυρίαι ὅσαι ἄκλητοι ουνεύχονται ὁυνάμεις ἱεραὶ. — Cont. Celsum, Lib. VIII. c. 64. ↑
- Cont. Cels. Lib. VIII. c. 64. ↑
- Cont. Cels. VIII. num. 35, 37. ↑
- Ibid. num. 26. See the like argument, Cont. Cels. V. num. 4. ↑
- Athanas. Cont. Arian. Orat. III. Tom. I. p. 394. ↑
- The date is uncertain, some placing it as early as A. D. 314, others as late as A. D. 372. ↑
- Concil. Laodic. Can,. XXXV. Ὅτι οὐ δεῖ χριστιανοὺς ἐγκαταλείπειν τὴν ἐκκλησίαν τοῦ Θεοῦ καὶ ἀπιεναι καὶ ἀγγέλους ὀνομάζειν καὶ συνάξεις ποιεῖν · ἄπερ ἀπηγόρευται. εἴ τις οὖν εὑρεθῇ ταύτῃ τῇ κεκρυμμένῃ εἰδωλολατρείᾳ σχολάζων, ἔστω ἀνάθεμα, ὅτι ἐγκατέλιπε τὸν Κύριον ἡμῶν Ἰησοῦν Χριστὸν, τὸν Υἱὸν τοῦ Θεοῦ, καὶ εἰδωλολατρεία προσῆλθεν. ↑
- Theodoret, In Coloss. ii. and iii.; Usher, Answer to a Jesuit, ch. IX.; Suicer, s. v. ἄγγελος. ↑
- Hæres. 79. ↑
- οὔτε τις τῶν ἁγίων προσκυνεῖται. ↑
- ἐν τιμῇ ἔστω Μαρία, ὁ δὲ Πατὴρ, καὶ Υἱὸς, καὶ ἅγιον Πνεῦμα προσκυνείσθω, τὴν Μαρίαν μηδεὶς προσκυνείτω. ↑
- καὶ εἰ καλλίστη ἡ Μαρία καὶ ἁγία καὶ τετιμημένη, ἀλλ’ οὐκ εἰς τὸ προσκυνεῖσθαι. ↑
- Bellarmine quotes a passage from Athanasius (De Deipara Virgine, ad finem) which would, if genuine, prove that St. Athanasius sanctions the worship of the Virgin; but the tract is known to be spurious, and was evidently written after the rise of the Monothelite heresy. ↑
- Usher, Answer to a Jesuit, ch. IX. ↑
- Greg. Nazianz. Orat. XL. Tom. I. p. 669. ↑
- καὶ γὰρ πείθομαι τὸς τῶν ἁγίων ψυχὰς τῶν ἡμετέρων αἰσθάνεσθαι. — Epist. 201, p. 898. ↑
- Orat. XXIV. p. 425. ↑
- Orat. XIX. p. 288. ↑
- Ἄκουε καὶ ἧ τοῦ μεγάλου Κωνσταντίου ψυχὴ, εἴ τις αἴσθησις, ὅσαι τε πρὸ αὐτοῦ βασιλέων ϕιλόχριστοι. — Orat. III. p. 50. ↑
- εἴ δέ τις σοὶ καὶ τῶν ἡμετέρων ἐστι λόγος, καὶ τοῦτο ταῖς ὁσίαις ψυχαῖς ἐκ Θεου γέρας, τῶν τοιούτων ἐπαισθάνεσθαι, δέχοιο καὶ τὸν ἡμέτερον λόγον, ἀντὶ πολλῶν καὶ πρὸ πολλῶν ἐνταϕίων. — Orat. XI. p. 189. ↑
- ὁ διάβολος τὰ τῶν ἀγγέλων ἐπεισήγαγε, βασκαίνων ἡμῖν τῆς τιμῆς. — Homil. IX. in Coloss. See also Homil. V. VII. in Coloss.; Bingham, E. A. XIII. iii. 3. ↑
- “Colimus ergo martyres eo cultu dilectionis et societatis, quo et in hac vita coluntur sancti homines Dei, quorum cor ad talem pro evangelica veritate passionem paratum esse sentimus. At vero illo cultu, quæ Græce Latria dicitur, Latine uno verbo dici non potest, cum sit quædam proprie Divinitati debita servitus, nec colimus, nec colendum docemus nisi unum Deum.” — Contr. Faustum, Lib. XXI. c. 20, Tom. VIII. p. 347; Bingham, XIII. iii. 2. ↑
- Epist. 37, ad Riparium, Tom. IV. pt. II. p. 279. ↑
- “Docentes eos, sanctos una cum Christo regnantes orationes suas pro hominibus offerre, bonum atque utile esse suppliciter eos invocare, et ob beneficia impetranda a Deo per Filium ejus Jesum Christum, Dominum Nostrum, qui solus noster Redemptor et Salvator est, ad eorum orationes, opem auxiliumque confugere,” &c. — Sess. XXV. De Invocatione Sanctorum, &c. ↑
- “Similiter et sanctos una cum Christo regnantes venerandos et invocandos esse, eosque orationes Deo pro nobis offerre, eorumque reliquias esse venerandas.” — Bulla Pii Iv. Super Forma Juramenti Professionis Fidei. ↑
- See Bellarmine, De Sanct. Beatit. Lib. I. cap. 12. ↑
- Ibid. c. 17. ↑
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It’s really no question. As far as breakfast dishes go, hash browns reign supreme. The crisp and salty exterior along with the flaky texture makes for an addictively good Saturday treat. But hash browns need babying. You have to grate, rinse, drain, and dry. Then you have to keep watch over the skillet, making sure that the hash browns brown without burning. Sure, a weekend doesn’t mind all of that pampering, but Monday? No, it has more pressing things on its schedule.
It’s on days like those that I opt for oven-baked breakfast potatoes instead. All that’s required is a few ingredients and some easy chopping. Toss with oil, place on parchment paper, and pop in the oven. Most of the work happens while you shower, dress, and get ready for the day. While fried potatoes have their place, sometimes it’s nice to have potato benefits without the task of keeping an eye on a hot skillet.
During the last five minutes of baking time, I like to quickly brown some seitan bacon and eggy tofu. (Lately, in addition to sprinkling black salt on my tofu, I’ve added a dusting of onion powder and nutritional yeast flakes to each side as well.)
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Dated: 30th December, 2015
TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION
One Day Training on Profit Maximization through Cost Reduction Strategies
on 19th January, 2016 starting at 9:30 a.m. at PHMA House, Karachi
Pakistan Hosiery Manufacturers and Exporters Association in collaboration with BFZ-Gmbh and Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority –SMEDA is organizing one day workshop on “Profit Maximization through Cost Reduction Strategies”. This workshop will deal with a core issue of the industry Cost Competitiveness. Capitalizing on our specialization, knowledge, expertise and experience in the field of cost control and cost reduction, we aim to build a capacity in the industry not only to face the threats from internal and external competition, but also to take the benefit of WTO and Regional Trade Agreement (RTAs) and to make Pakistan economically strong.
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Reekado Banks has finally responded to Wizkid’s direct insult aimed at him a couple of weeks ago.
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Opening up on the issue for the first time officially, Reekado Banks said during an interview on HOT 93.3 FM in Lagos that he felt very disrespected. “It made me understand that I wasn’t respected as much as I thought som it’s like I dey my lane then,” he told the host. | <urn:uuid:1221ece2-0248-41e4-a81f-98cff72ec4ba> | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | https://naijahug.net/it-made-me-understand-that-i-wasnt-respected-as-much-as-i-thought-reekado-banks-finally-reacts-to-wizkids-you-are-a-fool-comment/ | 2022-06-25T10:59:05Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103034930.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20220625095705-20220625125705-00136.warc.gz | en | 0.991021 | 191 |
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Moorpark Farm Tours
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Underwood Family Farms strongly believes in the importance of education for our young. We strive to make learning fun and hands-on so that what they learn on the farm will stay with them. We offer a unique farm experience especially tailored to the educational needs of school groups.
Children of all ages can enjoy an outdoor learning environment filled with new secrets and discoveries. From large classes to home schooled groups, the farm tour experience at Underwood Family Farms is sure to not disappoint.
Please note: If you require more information than what is available on the website or you need to make reservations, please call 805-523-8552.
We welcome schools and groups to visit our family farm to enjoy the beauty of Ventura County and to gain a positive farm experience. Our strawberry, vegetable, pumpkin, animal, & combination tours are very educational and lots of FUN! All tours are conducted at our location in Moorpark.
Listed below are the four different tours we offer at the farm. Please click on each link to see a more detailed description and for pricing.
* ALL ATTENDING PARENTS MUST PAY
* TEACHERS AND AIDES ARE FREE (Home school groups click here)
* TOUR PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
These guidelines have been set up to ensure that you arrive at the farm prepared and knowing what to expect. Underwood Family Farms is a fully operating and working farm and could be a potentially dangerous place. Please read the rules on the Underwood Family Farms' Pick-Your-Own page and stick to the following guidelines. For a list of suggested items to bring on your tour, please see below. Thank you!
Please Read Carefully
- Please BE ON TIME, have payment ready and see the Tour Guide when you arrive. WAIT to unload your bus until after you have seen the Tour Guide.
- Wear comfortable, flat-soled shoes. You will be walking through our fields / orchards / animal areas.
- Please try to have one adult per 15 children (for those 8 and under) to help supervise.
- If your group is to be more than 15 MINUTES late, please call to confirm your arrival at (805) 523-8552. Tours groups more than 30 MINUTES late will be cancelled and will need to be rescheduled for another day.
- All produce harvested from our fields will be placed into bags or containers provided by us. Please do not bring your own bags or containers.
- All of our farm animals are on a specific restricted diet. Please DO NOT bring food from your home to feed them. Appropriate animal feed will be available for purchase if you wish to feed the animals.
Underwood Family Farms appreciates the opportunity to present our operation to you. Please remember that farming is our livelihood, therefore, please respect our fields and stay within the areas designated by your tour guide. Have fun, but remember, stragglers & strays may be asked to return to their vehicles or HUNG BY THEIR TOES FROM THE NEAREST TREE !!!!
Suggested Items to Bring on Your Tour
- Sack lunch
- Wet wipes, antiseptic gel, or soap and clean towels
- Quarters for the animal feeders
- Stickers to identify child's bag
- Marker to write child's name on bag
- Drinking water
- Extra pair of shoes (if field is muddy)
- Jacket (it may be windy)
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Trying TACO BELL Items You’ve Never Heard Of! – Fast Food Menu Taste Test!
i decided to try taco bell menu items that no one ever gets! there’s some really delicious tacos and burritos that no one even knows about so i reviewed all of them! i got every less famous item i could find on the menu, and it was so fun to try them all! taco bell has such delicious fast food, and this taste test was everything! let me know if you guys liked this fast food review video! and tell me what other restaurants you want me to try! i have always loved taco bell, i honestly think it’s my favorite! some of the taco bell items i tried was the cheese quesadilla, burritos, chips, tacos, and literally so much more! what’s your favorite taco bell item? thank you guys for watching my fast food review!
WATCH MY OTHER FAST FOOD TASTE TEST REVIEW VIDEOS!
Trying Chick-fil-A! THE WHOLE MENU! – Chicken Fast Food Taste Test https://youtu.be/94B8jYXn8I8
TRYING SONIC! THE WHOLE MENU! – Burgers, Chili Cheese Fries, Corn Dogs, & MORE Fast Food Taste Test! https://youtu.be/r6sy2teDoeg
TRYING TACO BELL’S WHOLE DOLLAR MENU! – Tacos, Burritos, & Nachos Taco Bell Fast Food Taste Test! https://youtu.be/1GeqpuyqVIA
TRYING BURGER KING BURGERS! – Whopper, Cheeseburger, and MORE Taste Test! https://youtu.be/BvXHrxLJGeI
TRYING DOMINO’S NO PIZZA MENU! – Chicken Wings, Pasta, & MORE Restaurant Taste Test! https://youtu.be/V6DWRBb5znQ
TRYING MCDONALD’S WHOLE MENU! – Burgers, Fries, Chicken Nuggets, & MORE Restaurant Taste Test! https://youtu.be/qoDw0Riuk6U
TRYING KFC! THE WHOLE MENU! – Fried Chicken, Chicken Pie, Fries, & MORE Taste Test! https://youtu.be/Ier8frlGme0
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Whether it's across town or around the world, we want to equip everyone at FBC to fulfill the Great Commission! When it comes to serving locally or globally, it's not either/or, but both/and! Look around on our page and find a place to "GO"! You can also visit "missions wall" at FBC and find lots of great information about missions opportunities.
You don't have to go far to find a mission. We are all called to be missionaries right where we are. Texarkana has many needs for your service. Listed below are many of the local ministries we currently have at FBC for you to plug into.
Club 29:11- FBC's after-school program for inner-city and at-risk children.
ShelterKidZ- provides shoeboxes full of hygiene items and other goodies for children whose mothers are staying in domestic violence centers. Also provides underwear and socks, winter hats and gloves, school backpacks and supplies, and Christmas gifts. Click here to watch a video.
Homebound Ministry- reaching out to the homebound in our church through cards, visitations, and meals.
Angel Quilts- Provides quilts to cancer patients who are undergoing chemotherapy.
Back Packs for Kids- providing packs full of healthy food for needy kids.
First Impressions Greeters- You never get a second chance to make a first impression!
Parking Lot Golf Cart Drivers- helping people get to and from their cars on Sunday.
Intercessory Prayer Ministry- pray without ceasing in our prayer room.
First Hands - doing light construction projects for those in need as the need arises from within our church.
Deaf Ministry- FBC's outreach and discipleship for the deaf. Extraordinary - helping/teaching in our special needs class on Sundays and Wednesdays. Contact the Missions Office at 903-831-6000 or firstname.lastname@example.org for any information on how to connect with the above ministries
Running WJ Ranch- therapeutic horseback riding for the handicapped.
Mission Texarkana- providing life-sustaining assistance to those in need.
Primera Iglesia Bautisa - Hispanic partner church of Texarkana.
Watersprings Ranch - a home for children in need.
Life House Church - local church in College Hill that provide various ministries for low income families.
First Choice Pregnancy Center- support for ladies facing unplanned pregnancies.
Pathway Resource Center- providing life skills, risk avoidance, pregnancy services, abstinence education.
Salvation Army - Angel Tree Christmas program
Haven Homes - residential housing for women's recovery ministry. Men's location under construction. For the Sake of One- Domestic disaster relief, and much more.
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Smelly Socks: Appreciation for what we already have
Feb. 6, 2014 at midnight
Updated Feb. 5, 2014 at 8:06 p.m.
My aunt recently told me a story about my grandfather growing up in 1920s in Poland. His family was very poor and didn't have much in the way of toys, much less clothes.
At the age of 7, because his mother had to work all day and couldn't take care of him, he was sent to work on a farm to help his family out financially. There he was, underappreciated, called unpublishable names and at times beaten severely for either not working hard enough or long enough. He lived a childhood without toys, electronics and probably few to no books. He turned out fine and eventually got married, had two children and lived a good life.
But this brought me to thinking about my own children and other children I know today. How do I - in this world of "me, me, me," instant gratification and "I want it, and I want it now," get them to appreciate what they already have?
I try to teach them to be grateful for what they have and still have to sometimes remind them that when they get a gift or someone does something nice or generous for them, they have to say thank you.
And at that moment, they are excited about it and play with it for a little while, but after some time passes, the toy or what have you gets tossed aside in favor of the TV or some other new toy.
There are times when I feel like there is a real lack of appreciation for what they get. By no means do I mean to say that they are spoiled brats and don't appreciate anything they have or are given, but sometimes, they take for granted what is sitting in the bins or closets of their rooms.
So while I wouldn't be putting my kids out to work daily on a farm (although there are days I think this wouldn't be such a bad idea, especially in the summer), I did decide, while writing this column, to take away their toys - with the exception of a few - for one afternoon.
All TV, Netflix and electronic devices were now out of reach, and I left them with Legos, paper and pencil and a cardboard box for an afternoon and told them, "now, go play." I didn't get involved in any petty arguments of "he took this; he hit me first," or "he wrecked my Lego."
I let them deal with it themselves to see how they would resolve their fights and how their imagination would work in coming up with things to do. And to my surprise, when I didn't get involved, the fight didn't seem so monumental. The issue was forgotten, and the Lego battle continued.
Well, wouldn't you know it; the Legos were conquered first. They made cars, castles, battlefields and catapults. With the paper and crayons, I helped them make up bingo cards; they rolled two die and used pennies for markers on the bingo boards. This provided much enjoyment because it was something new.
When they got bored, I told them to go read - which in Charlie's case meant looking at the pictures and making up his own words. Now, granted, this idyllic existence didn't last as long as I would've liked, and the nagging for TV and my phone started fairly soon after the newness of this project wore off. But I stuck to my guns and didn't give in, even though for me, it would've been easier to have them sit like zombies.
I loved listening to their interaction even if it was peppered with a few screams and punches. To me, it meant that they were using their imagination, and that made me happy.
I know that our times and our situations are different than what my grandfather and even my father grew up in, but I am at least trying to instill in them somewhat of a sense of gratitude for all that they do have.
They will never experience the harshness of what my grandfather experienced growing up, but I will try and teach them to appreciate what he went through for them.
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Coachella definitely put the ‘Art’ in its 2014 Music and Arts Festival. For the first time in its history of 16 years, the festival’s official poster bore the names of its visual artists alongside the musical acts. The presence of visual art is inseparable from music and performance at Coachella, and it’s been an important component of events from year one. What’s increasing seems to be is the level of recognition, as well as the range of diversity.
There are also more voices of complaint about the commercialism and cost of Coachella– which imply superficiality and an impersonal, if not totally inaccessible, experience. This seems to correlate with the quantity of large-scale production that much of the visual art at the festival obviously requires. There is certainly much high-tech engineering and work of towering proportion, which is often architectural, interactive and/or functional as well as artistic. This includes such pieces like the extensively photographed astronaut ‘Escape Velocity’ by Poetic Kinetics, the elaborately sculptural stage area of The Do LaB, and Keith Greco‘s house-like installations which comprised ‘Archetypes’ in the camping area.
Not quite as widely publicized, though, is the equally significant presence of smaller scale, more DIY kinds of visual work like the posters, T-shirts and screenprinting in the Coachella Boutique, live mural painting in The Do LaB area, sculptures of individuals such as Shrine, Teale Hatheway and Don Kennell, and the many trashcans painted by often emerging artists for Global Inheritance. This is not to mention the beautifully handpainted signage throughout the grounds, attendee-created car decoration for the Carpoolchella contest, the whole way down to the outfits, make up and personal decoration of fans themselves!
Some claim that art and music festivals can have an almost cult-like air of exclusivity if they are too eccentric, small-scale and underground. So is Coachella really becoming too mainstream, or is it finding the right balance between attracting only a niche group and creating work that excites and brings the arts to a wider audience?
While this post may not be able to answer to this, which may be a subjective opinion, it does offer some insight into the minds and efforts beneath the surface of Coachella’s visual side. It passes on some words from Carmen Zella (live painting curator for The Do LaB), Global Inheritance, and Jonathan Halperin (Content Coordinator of The Coachella Boutique), as well as individual artists Teale Hatheway, Shrine and Hans Walor.
Carmen answers for Cartwheel Art:
What are some of the various types of roles that visual artists play in your productions?
Visual artists create the productions. We curate and facilitate public art and they are folks who we go to to manifest and realize ideas of all kinds.
Live painting has a slower creation time, uses more traditional, physical materials and has a raw, hand-created feeling that makes it stand apart from some of the other kinds of Do Lab productions. Do you see continuing and possibly expanding the involvement of this kind of painterly and sculptural part of Do Lab?
Our audience and fan base have been inspired by the live painters at our events and our showcasing of this work has come to be a really branded part of the entire experience. The interaction and intersection of music and visual expression brings a heightened creative atmosphere. Our appreciation and showcasing of creativity in all its forms is an important component of what we do and the artists that we work with are a central part of our focus.
How does the Do LaB typically come into partnership with such artists (particular the painters?) What kind of qualities do you seek in your artists and their work?
We have a wide reach of artists and many are recommended by creatives in our community who give us names as a reference. As we expand we are looking for contemporary talent, and artists that are up and coming, and whose work and calibre is high, professional. The artists we work with are usually practicing this craft professionally and by that, I mean are dedicating themselves and their time to this career path. We must continue to raise the bar as the artists that we are working with are refining their skills and entering into higher price brackets with their collectors. Although our standards are high, we are always welcoming and look at every artist submission and every work that is placed in front of us. Inspiring creativity and encouraging others to create art is at the heart of what we stand for.
Global Inheritance is another Los Angeles based organization, which is behind the TRASHED: The Art of Recycling program, found at Coachella as well as other music and arts festivals like Stagecoach and at the art fairs during Art Basel week in Miami. It’s wonderful to see an organization focused on environmental responsibility and other social issues recognize the power of visual and interactive art to create major change. Global Inheritance has directly and indirectly become a supporter and promotor of artists as well as of its primary causes, as the TRASHed recycling bin program exemplifies. In Global Inheritance’s words, the goal of the program is:
…to be available but also be inspirational. We take the recycling bins on site and we really try to create pieces of art that will engage people. Hopefully that inspires people to pay attention to the fact that there is a fully developed recycling program at the festival.
The program boosts a large number of individual painters and artists into exposure and the work spreads a sense of playfulness, innovation, color and surprise throughout the grounds of the festival. More can be read about Global Inheritance at Coachella in Cartwheel Art’s 2013 post:
This year’s contributing artists were:
Abi Regan + Alan Bovinett + Amy Fry + Ashley Macias + BB Bastidas + Ben Swenson + Brandon Sopinsky + Bree Mena + Brittney Scott + Cameron Shiflet + Carlos Ramos + Carson Catlin + Cesar Torres + Cole Canedy + Darren Downing + DevnGosha + Dylan Bradshaw + Erin Clark + Fae Feliciano + Hans Haveron + Jacob Livengood + Jeremiah Garcia + JRyu + John Park + Jonny Alexander + Jose J. + Josh M. + Josh Wysocki + Joyce Hu + Justin Hauser + Sickfeet + Maritza Torres + Moushiiie + Maxfield Bala + Michael Pizarro + Mike Ong + Nori Pesina + Olivia Bernardy + Oscar Cervantes Sandoval + Reid Hausner + Robert Shaw + Shannon Simbulan + Spencer Mann + Victor + We Are Rodents + More
Global Inheritance encourages submissions for future TRASHed programs and can be contacted at TRASHed@globalinheritance.org.
Jonathan Halperin is the mind behind the Record Store and the Coachella Boutique, which features limited edition screenprints by artists like Emek and RISK, as well as live screenprinting and painting. Not surprisingly, he’s a major art collector and curator. He’s had a hand in the visual art at Coachella now for years:
As one of the first coordinators to envision visual art’s presence at Coachella, can you comment on its evolution?
Coachella has always focused on and had gigantic three dimensional art out on the field between the sculptures and even painted trash cans throughout the establishment. Having two dimensional artists come in and paint up the boutique and record store seemed like a natural (de)evolution.
There’s been a lot of talk about the live painting in the Do LaB area, and many think this year is the first time visual artists painted live- but you were the first person to introduce live painting back in 2011?
Yes, that first year we had artists like Luke Chueh, Dabs and Myla, Sket One, Angry Woebots, Beast Brothers, and Phil Lumbang.
This year The Boutique featured a mural by D*Face and the Do LaB live painters were DevNGosha, SandOne and collaborators Christina Angelina and Hans Walor– all of whom are well known for their painting and mural work around Los Angeles and beyond.
Hans responded to Cartwheel Art Art about the unique potential of live painting in the midst of an audience
How you feel the crowd engages with live painters? What do you think you are able to exchange in the festival environment, and why is that important among the larger scale, more technically-driven productions?
I would have to say that the “one on one” connections that can be made by live-painting at festivals, are some of the most powerful impressions that I have experienced as an artist. I think that these verbal and visual conversations allow the viewer to become part of the work energetically just by their presence. I think that the pieces become a moment of their experience and a part of them in a certain sense. I believe that painting larger scale pieces really allows the viewer to see more of your process, brush strokes, and details. Larger scale pieces can also catch the viewers eye from a distance which is important when a painting in large crowds at a festival.
Brewery-based artist Teale Hatheway, whose brainchild was ‘InTentCity,’ combined painting with ‘primitive’ architecture in the breathtaking spectrum of largescale tipis bordering the El Dorado Lake camping area. She shares with us some of her process and ideas:
Roughly how much time and how many people went into your installation?
I worked consistently, November through April, but the bulk of the effort came in the form of seventy hour weeks, January through March. I had one assistant at a time, but three total. I was also the grateful recipient of some gifted resources. I could not have accomplished this project without my assistants (Juli Gudmundson, Mike Fulton and Kate Hoffman), my resources and my background in production.
I’d love to hear more about your most personal connection to, or most important memory relating to architecture.
I’m not certain I can distill my relationship to architecture into one moment, but I think the foundation came from an awareness that the built environment, in its most accessible form, is a connection I share with everyone in my community. Looking at my environment and how it guides, protects, entertains, and inhibits is a way for me to feel a part of something larger than myself. Sharing my observations through painting has opened avenues of communication for me. Aside from that psychological awareness, I would say that my dream life is pivotal in my interest. I am constantly exploring buildings in my dreams – sometimes revisiting them numerous times over the course of years, until I come to some sense of closure. Another influence, on the more intimate front, was Gaston Bachelard’s assertion in his “Poetics of Space,” that nearly everyone has a recollection of the door knob of their childhood home – that there is an emotional, sensory connection to place made through perfunctory use if it. The ideas which inspire me are simple, but the connections which come from these experiences can be complex and powerful.
There was a lot of focus this year at Coachella- with Keith Greco’s Archetype installation, Shrine’s buildings, and your Tipis- on structures that represent human dwelling places, albeit temporary ones (appropriate in the massive camping area of the site)! Were you a part of the discussion that landed on that theme?
I was not.
How would you describe the relationship between experiencing art, community and a sense of belonging- even in a possibly nomadic way- as these particular shelters imply?
Coachella is a fantasy. Over the years, the festival has evolved into an immersive environment of art, music and performance. It is loud and busy and high energy. The entire experience, for audience members, lasts only four days and all of the festival’s structures are temporary. The cyclical development, maturity and conclusion of the event is primarily functional, but it has the added effect of being part of the magic. For someone like me, respite is key to my mental and physical well being in an environment like Coachella. Having a place to call home makes all the difference. Striking that balance between creature comforts and temporary dwelling is a huge part of Coachella. It is an area where Goldenvoice has invested a great deal of creative experimentation and consideration in making the entire experience less about mere survival, and more about escapism and pleasure. It seems to me that we live in a world where kids can’t get away with anything anymore: no bonfires on the beach, no playing soccer in the street. I think that has a great deal to do with the success of the event – it’s a destination for playful, cultural and social exploration.
What do you think is the highest potential for architecture?
The highest potential for architecture is to protect, inspire and endure. The first, protection, is pretty obvious, but the second, inspire, is less so. Whether it is using beautiful and/or advanced materials, expressing regional decorative or functional attributes, or reflecting intelligently on its surroundings, architecture, as a daily interaction, has an obligation to support creative thinking. Finally, durability is not at the forefront of contemporary construction concerns, which is absurd and, of course, wasteful. I’m amazed that we continue to allow developers to build these enormous, ugly, poorly constructed monstrosities and call it “housing.” I feel the tides turning, though. The “maker” culture runs deep and it signals a renewed interest in quality building materials, artisanship and fresh answers to age old questions. It’s going to take 20-30 years, but there will be a lot of work for demolition crews and excellent opportunities for creatives who explore how to feed the human spirit.
Keith Greco, who created the installation ‘Archetypes’ in the camping area, consisting of multiple house-like structure of various styles and levels of fantasy, seems to be a kindred spirit– as is another Pasadena artist, Shrine, who also contributed two elaborately crafted and decorated pieces to this area. Shrine discusses this with Cartwheel Art.
How you were first led to Coachella?
I first went to Coachella on a 60 show tour painting murals with audience members around the world on The Vans Warped tour. The year after that I designed a stage for The Sasha and Digweed North American tour that set up at Coachella. Years later I returned doing three shows a day with Lucent Dossier and for several years, performed and built stages with Lucent and The Do Lab before eventually doing my own art installations on the field, that now total five.
It seems like community and community engagement are very important to you.Do you usually work with teams of people in creating your art?
I prefer to work alone and occasionally will do collaborations with other artists that inspire me. I often have a crew or team because some of these installations are huge or the skills required to build them are beyond mine. I often need help with engineering, building, operating heavy equipment, collecting large amounts of found materials like cans, bottles, wood.
Have you also performed at Coachella? How is performing a different experience for you than painting and building?
I performed on stage with Lucent Dossier, and also performed on my own out in the crowd engaging people in various ridiculous adventures. I’ve always said that making art is a performance. I think everyone’s performing, playing their roles. I’ve been playing the character of the eccentric artist for over twenty five years now, it seems to suit me. Performing requires a lot of work: rehearsing, making props and costumes. Eventually when you get on stage and it all comes together its a huge adrenaline rush that is often followed with a staggering low. All in all it’s good fun if you have the energy. I started to focus on my installation work as its also rewarding to create a 60ft structure in the middle of 80,000 people and hear and see them laugh, cry and become inspired.
What do you think the power is of decoration and costume on both objects and human beings?
When you adorn something you make the statement that this place , this moment, this object is special. As we move through this meaningless dream, we give meaning to the people, places, events in our lives. Decor and costume are tools for accentuating meaning. I’m creating the world I want to see. I paint my car, my clothes, my house, tattoo my body. I make special art for people I love. It’s all a way to stay inspired, to live inspired, to create meaning.
Do you have an early memory of a person or experience that helped you to first understand you are an artist- and to chose to follow that path?
I became an artist sitting and drawing in my grandmothers’ kitchens. My grandmothers’ cared for me, hung up my art, told me I was a good artist and I believed them.
How does a self-proclaimed nomad choose one location as a home base? In other words, what magic do you think that California and the desert holds for many free spirits and artistic souls- and which seems to make it a perfect place for festivals like Coachella and Lightning in a Bottle?
California is a place where people have often come to re-invent themselves… people in general escaping stifling traditions [for] the dream of fame. The unknown adventure out west where anything is possible. I own a house and have two kids in Los Angeles, so for now its the closest thing I have to a base. I feel more comfortable on the move in places I’ve never been, but always look forward to coming home.
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Banned Vodka Keeps Launch Sponsorship Anyway
Utah-based vodka Five Wives Vodka had planned to celebrate its launch in Idaho with a sponsorship of the Boise Music Festival, but after the Idaho Liquor Control Division banned the product's sale throughout the state the Five Wives threatened to pull the sponsorship. In making the ruling, state officials had called the product "offensive to a broad segment of our population."
However, vowing to fight the ban, the company, which had said it would have to withdraw its $10,000 sponsorship of the Boise Music Festival, started selling tee shirts on its website with the slogan "Free the Five Wives." After selling over 1,000 in three days, Five Wives parent' Ogden's Own Distillery says the proceeds will go to maintaining its sponsorship of the Boise Music Festival.
"We are absolutely humbled by the support of the people in our neighboring state," said Steve Conlin, partner and vice president of marketing for Ogden's Own Distillery. "We've sold so many t-shirts to Idaho residents that we think it is only fair to give those proceeds back in sponsorship dollars."
Five Wives is currently only distributed in Utah and Wyoming, but will be added to Missouri and Texas within the next 30 days the company says and others after that.
All the publicity surrounding the ban hasn't hurt the company. It says it's receiving an incredible number of requests for online purchase and is hoping to have an online distributor available in 26 states as early as this week.
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VIENNA (Reuters) - Rock star-turned-aid advocate Bob Geldof is looking forward to bumping into the nightclub dancer linked to Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi when she graces a ball in Vienna on Thursday.
Karima el Mahroug -- an 18-year-old known by her stage name Ruby Rubacuori (Ruby Heartstealer) -- is the special guest of 78-year-old Vienna construction magnate and socialite Richard Lugner at the glittering Opera Ball.
Ruby has become a focus of an investigation into Berlusconi back in Italy, where he has been ordered to stand trial on charges of paying an underage girl for sex and abusing his position to get her out of police custody.
Geldof, 59, in town to promote an album and meet the Austrian chancellor, said he decided to attend the Opera Ball on a whim.
“I thought to myself, well, if I‘m already here I might as well go. And guess who is also going? Ruby!” he told the Austria Press Agency in an interview.
The event is the highlight of Vienna’s packed ball season and is a mixture of champagne-fueled fun and intense high-society networking attended by Austrian politicians, aristocrats, celebrities and top executives.
“As I am in Vienna, I should waltz, it is like going up the Eiffel Tower when you are in Paris,” Geldof said, adding that he did not think he would get a chance on the dance floor with Ruby, whose appearance at the ball has caused a stir in Vienna.
“Her dance card will definitely already be very full this evening.”
Ruby told a news conference on Wednesday that she wanted to put aside the Berlusconi scandal at the Opera Ball and enjoy the company of her “wonderful” host Lugner.
She warned that she could not waltz, only belly dance, but would give the traditional Viennese step a try anyway.
Austrian media have reported Lugner is paying her 40,000 euros ($55,500) for her appearance.
Ball organizer Desiree Treichl-Stuergkh has berated Lugner for his choice of guest, calling it “sad, shameful and impious,” and said Ruby was a tragic victim.
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Satay is often served as an appetizer, but it makes a fantastic main course when served with a rich, creamy satay sauce and crisp raw veggies on the side.
In this Primal version of beef satay, sugar is skipped entirely in both the marinade and the satay sauce. It isn’t missed, with coconut milk and macadamia nuts adding plenty of natural sweetness. The meat gets its intense flavor from soaking just 1 hour in a richly seasoned marinade that is sweet, salty and deliciously pungent. The mellow macadamia satay sauce served on the side balances the bold flavors of the meat, although giving the sauce a good, spicy kick is essential—without it, the sauce isn’t nearly as good.
Macadamia satay sauce is amazing with any type of grilled meat and should not be overlooked as a dip for cold, chopped veggies. Plan to serve sliced cucumber, carrots and/or red bell peppers with Primal beef satay for a colorful, flavorful main course or appetizer.
Time in the Kitchen: 45 minutes, plus 1 hour to marinate
- 2 pounds beef top sirloin or flank steak, cut into strips about 2 inches/5 cm long and 1/8 to ¼ inch thick* (900 g)
- 1 2-inch/5 cm piece fresh lemongrass (white part only), roughly chopped
- 1 small shallot, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 2-inch/5 cm piece peeled ginger, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (15 ml)
- 2 teaspoons tamari or soy sauce (10 ml)
- ½ cup coconut milk (120 ml)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin (5 ml)
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander (10 ml)
*Meat is easier to slice thinly if it’s really cold. Put the beef in the freezer for 30 to 45 minutes before slicing it.
In a high-powered blender, combine the lemongrass, shallot, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce/tamari, coconut milk, cumin, and coriander.
Combine the beef strips and marinade so the meat is completely coated. Refrigerate and marinate 1 hour. Don’t marinate too much longer than this, or the meat can get mushy.
Remove beef from the marinade and shake off excess marinade. Thread 2 to 3 pieces of meat onto each skewer, spacing the meat out on the skewer. If the skewer is too crowded, the edges of the meat won’t get crispy and charred.
On a heated grill over high heat, grill the skewers 3 minutes per side, or until slightly charred on the outside and barely pink in the middle.
Macadamia Satay Sauce
- 1 cup raw macadamia nuts (or ½ cup raw macadamia butter)
(5 ounces nuts, or 142 g)
- 2 small garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon tamari or soy sauce (5 ml)
- ¼ teaspoon toasted sesame oil (1.2 ml)
- ½ teaspoon fish sauce (2.5 ml)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (30 ml)
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (1.2 ml)
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk (30 ml)
- 2 tablespoon water (to thin out the sauce) (30 ml)
In a food processor or blender, blend the macadamia nuts until very smooth.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients: garlic, tamari, sesame oil, fish sauce, lime juice cayenne, coconut milk and water. Pour into the blender with the macadamia nuts. Blend just until combined.
Serve the beef satay skewers with the macadamia sauce and crisp, raw vegetables like cucumbers, carrots and red bell peppers.
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