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Spiritual blindness (John 9:35-41)
In this passage, Jesus hears that the man born blind, whom he healed earlier, has been cast out of the synagogue after being interrogated by the Pharisees. Jesus steps in to teach the last part of the whole narrative event. When Jesus seeks him out he asks him, if he believes in the Son of Man...
Praise the Lord, All You Servants of the Lord (Psalm 134)
Psalm 134:1-3 is a short but profound call to worship. It is part of the Songs of Ascents, a collection of psalms sung by pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem. This particular psalm invites the servants of the Lord to bless him, especially those who minister by night in the temple. It ends with a...
Behold, how good and pleasant it is (Psalm 133)
Psalm 133 is a short pilgrim psalm attributed to David, celebrating the beauty and blessings of unity among God’s people. It uses vivid imagery to describe how good and pleasant it is to dwell together in unity. The passage emphasizes the sacredness of communal harmony through two key similes: the...
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Temple
The biblical temple holds a central place in the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian tradition. It symbolizes the dwelling place of God on earth (Exodus 25:8), representing the intimate relationship between God and His people. The temple serves as a bridge between the divine and human...
Social memory
In biblical studies, the term "social memory" refers to the collective process by which communities remember, interpret, and transmit their experiences, beliefs, and narratives related to their religious, cultural, and historical identity. This concept is particularly relevant in examining how...
Marriage
Marriage is an important institution in the Bible, and several key passages address it. Marriage, as a sacred covenant, reflects the unbreakable bond between God and His people, emphasizing the importance of lifelong commitment and faithfulness. It serves as a means for procreation, companionship,...
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Battle of Armageddon (Revelation 16:12-16)
The term Armageddon is widely known, mainly thanks to the contemporary popculture, to denote fatal apocalyptic images of destruction. The word is drawn from the Bible, however, seeing it a bit differently. Armageddon is a transliteration of Greek word Ἁρμαγεδών which appears only in one place in...