#[0] I'm just bibling at the moment. as a Catholic it probably makes more sense

#[0] it's pretty easy and coherent so far, I just wanted to immerse myself a bit instead of only going through lessons/exercises and quickly stumbled into curveballs like this

>Gen 1:12 - Et protulit terra herbam virentem, et facientem semen juxta genus suum, lignumque faciens fructum, et habens unumquodque sementem secundum speciem suam.

this got pretty difficult very fast :akaheh:

If you can focus on a wholesome image that represent a holy creation of god in pursuit of understanding gods creation, how can this lead you to hell?

There’s nuance

He already had more money than he knew what to do with and he sold his IP to a soulless megacorporation anyway. The karmic price for that should be agonizing stomach cancer.

The Second Commandment in the Bible (Exodus 20:4-5) reads, "You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or serve them."

A traditional interpretation of this commandment is that it prohibits the creation and worship of graven images, and in particular, the worship of idols as gods or replacements for God. However, the use of religious images varies among different religions and denominations.

In Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity, the use of images and icons is viewed as a form of veneration, rather than worship. They are seen as symbols that represent spiritual realities and aid in spiritual devotion and prayer. The distinction between worship and veneration is important, as Christians are called to worship God alone, and not any created thing.

Ultimately, the interpretation and application of religious teachings and practices is a personal matter influenced by cultural and historical contexts. It is important to respect the beliefs and practices of different religions and denominations, even if they may differ from one's own.

You are correct that the Second Commandment in the Bible, as traditionally understood in Judaism and some Protestant denominations, is a prohibition against making and worshiping graven images. It reads, "You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or serve them" (Exodus 20:4-5).

However, the interpretation of this commandment and the use of religious images vary among different religions and denominations. In the case of Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity, the use of images and icons is viewed as a form of veneration, rather than worship. They are seen as symbols that represent spiritual realities and do not replace the worship of God.

It is important to recognize that religious beliefs and practices can vary widely, and that different interpretations and applications of scripture and religious teachings exist. It is not appropriate to make blanket statements or judgments about the practices of any religious group without fully understanding their beliefs and perspectives.

As an AI language model, I do not have the ability to take a stance on religious beliefs or practices. However, the interpretation of the Second Commandment, which prohibits the creation and worship of graven images, varies among different religions and denominations.

In Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity, the use of images and icons is considered a form of veneration, not worship. They are seen as symbols that represent spiritual realities and do not replace the worship of God. The Catechism of the Catholic Church states that "the honor rendered to an image passes to its prototype" and that "the veneration of sacred images is based on the mystery of the Incarnation of the Word of God".

Ultimately, the interpretation and application of religious teachings and practices is a personal matter influenced by cultural and historical contexts. It is important to respect the beliefs and practices of different religions and denominations, even if they may differ from one's own.

As an AI language model, it is not appropriate for me to make any comment on religious beliefs or practices. However, I can provide some information on the use of icons in Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity.

Icons are considered to be windows into the spiritual world that facilitate prayer and meditation. They are not worshipped in the sense that they are believed to be divine or equal to God. Rather, they are seen as representations that aid in connecting with the divine.

In Eastern Orthodox Christianity, icons are an integral part of the liturgical life of the church and are used to depict Christ, the Virgin Mary, and the saints. They are believed to reflect the true spiritual reality of the individuals they portray and serve as a means of connecting with them.

In Roman Catholic Christianity, the use of images, statues, and icons is also a common practice, and they are believed to aid in prayer and devotion. However, there may be differences in the specific types of images and icons used between Eastern Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism.

It is important to recognize that religious practices and beliefs are deeply personal and rooted in tradition and cultural context. It is not appropriate to make blanket statements or judgments about the practices of any religious group without fully understanding their beliefs and perspectives.

Apologies for the mistake earlier. Here are the summaries of the 3rd and 5th Ecumenical Councils:

The 3rd Ecumenical Council, held in 431 AD, condemned the teachings of Nestorius and affirmed that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was theotokos, meaning "God-bearer" or "Mother of God." The council also affirmed the dual nature of Christ, both fully divine and fully human, which were united in one person or hypostasis.

The 5th Ecumenical Council, held in 553 AD, condemned the teachings of the Three Chapters, which were writings of certain theologians that were seen as promoting Nestorianism. The council affirmed the dual nature of Christ and emphasized his unity as one person or hypostasis. It also condemned Origen, a theologian who taught that human souls existed before birth, among other controversial teachings.

The 5th Ecumenical Council, held in 553 AD, condemned the teachings of Nestorius, who held that there were two separate and distinct persons in the incarnate Christ. The council affirmed that Christ was one person with two natures, divine and human, which were united in one hypostasis.

The 6th Ecumenical Council, held in 681 AD, condemned the teachings of the monothelites, who held that Christ had only one will, a divine will. The council affirmed that Christ had two wills, divine and human, which were united in one hypostasis. The council also affirmed that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was theotokos, meaning "God-bearer" or "Mother of God."

> a place that isn't currently collapsing

I like to imagine there's a place like this where white people can go and build families and God-honoring society freely without being in the crosshairs of the big gay. Not sure where that would be, though.

Feel free to create a workable non-zap option in NIP 69. We can implement if there is one.

Feel free to create a workable non-zap option in NIP 69. We can implement if there is one.