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Goodlyhrt:
Man is the God that you think is in the skies.

Educationalserv:
I hope the universe end this Wars

Desusi:
Far from being considered. The Bible did not accept polygamy style of marriage rather monogamy.Their creator made them so from the beginning. What therefore God has joined together, let no man put asunder.

MaxInDHouse:
The Bible was originally written in ancient Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Today it is available in whole or in part in over 3,000 languages. The vast majority of people who read the Bible do not understand the original languages and therefore must rely on a translation. What principles should guide how the Bible is translated, and how did these govern the rendering of the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures?
Some might conclude that a strict, word-for-word, interlinear-style translation would enable the reader to get closest to what was expressed in the original languages. However, that is not always the case. Consider a few of the reasons:
No two languages are exactly alike in grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure. A professor of Hebrew, S. R. Driver, wrote that languages “differ not only in grammar and roots, but also . . . in the manner in which ideas are built up into a sentence.” Different languages require quite different thought patterns. “Consequently,” continues Professor Driver, “the forms taken by the sentence in different languages are not the same.” No modern language exactly mirrors the vocabulary and grammar of Biblical Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek, so a word-for-word translation of the Bible could be unclear or at times could even convey the wrong meaning. The meaning of a word or an expression may vary depending on the context in which it is used. A translator may be able to mirror the literal rendering of the original language in some passages, but this must be done very carefully. Here are some examples of how word-for-word translation can be misunderstood: The Scriptures use the expressions “sleep” and “fall asleep” to refer both to physical sleep and to the sleep of death. (Matthew 28:13; Acts 7:60) When these expressions are used in contexts that refer to death, Bible translators can use such wording as “fall asleep in death,” which helps the modern reader avoid confusion.—1 Corinthians 7:39; 1 Thessalonians 4:13; 2 Peter 3:4.The apostle Paul used an expression found at Ephesians 4:14 that can be literally translated “in the playing of dice of men.” This ancient idiom alludes to the practice of cheating others when using dice. In most languages, a literal rendering of this allusion makes little sense. Translating this expression as “the trickery of men” is a clearer way to convey the meaning. At Romans 12:11, a Greek expression is used that literally means “to the spirit boiling.” This wording does not convey the intended meaning in English, so it is rendered “aglow with the spirit” in this translation. During his famous Sermon on the Mount, Jesus used an expression that is often translated “Blessed are the poor in spirit.” (Matthew 5:3, King James Version) But in many languages, a literal rendering of this expression is obscure. In some cases, a strictly literal translation could imply that “the poor in spirit” are mentally unbalanced or lacking in vitality and determination. However, Jesus was here teaching people that their happiness depended, not on satisfying their physical needs, but on recognizing their need for God’s guidance. (Luke 6:20) Thus, such renderings as “those conscious of their spiritual need” or “those who know their need for God” convey more accurately the meaning of the original expression.—Matthew 5:3; The New Testament in Modern English. In many contexts, the Hebrew word translated “jealousy” corresponds to the common meaning of the English word, namely, to feel anger over the apparent unfaithfulness of a close associate or to envy others for their possessions. (Proverbs 6:34; Isaiah 11:13) However, the same Hebrew word also has a positive connotation. For example, it may be used of the “zeal,” or protective ardor, that Jehovah shows for his servants or of his “requiring exclusive devotion.” (Exodus 34:14; 2 Kings 19:31; Ezekiel 5:13; Zechariah 8:2) It may also be used of the “zeal” that his faithful servants have for God and his worship or of their ‘tolerating no rivalry’ toward him.—Psalm 69:9; 119:139; Numbers 25:11.The Hebrew expression that usually refers to the human hand has a wide variety of meanings. Depending on the context, this word may be rendered “authority,” “generosity,” or “power.” (2 Samuel 8:3; 1 Kings 10:13; Proverbs 18:21) In fact, this particular word is translated over 40 different ways in the English edition of the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures. In view of these factors, Bible translation involves more than simply rendering an original-language word with the same term each time it occurs. A translator must use good judgment in order to select words in the target language that best represent the ideas of the original-language text. In addition, there is a need to structure the sentences in a way that conforms to the rules of grammar of the target language, making the text easy to read. At the same time, extremes in rewording the text must be avoided. A translator who liberally paraphrases the Bible according to how he interprets the overall idea could distort the meaning of the text. How so? The translator may erroneously insert his opinion of what the original text means or may omit important details contained in the original text. So while paraphrases of the Bible may be easy to read, their very freeness at times may prevent the reader from getting the true message of the text. Doctrinal bias can easily color a translator’s work. For example, Matthew 7:13 says: “Spacious is the road leading off into destruction.” Some translators, perhaps affected by doctrinal bias, have used the term “hell” rather than what the Greek term really means, namely, “destruction.” A Bible translator must also consider that the Bible was written using the common, everyday language of average people, such as farmers, shepherds, and fishermen. (Nehemiah 8:8, 12; Acts 4:13) Therefore, a good translation of the Bible makes the message it contains understandable to sincere people, regardless of their background. Clear, common, readily understood expressions are preferred over terms that are rarely used by the average person. Quite a number of Bible translators have taken the unjustifiable liberty of omitting God’s name, Jehovah, from modern translations even though that name is found in ancient Bible manuscripts. (See Appendix A4.) Many translations replace the name with a title, such as “Lord,” and some even obscure the fact that God has a name. For example, in some translations, Jesus’ prayer recorded at John 17:26 reads: “I made you known to them,” and at John 17:6, “I have revealed you to those whom you gave me.” However, a faithful rendering of Jesus’ prayer reads: “I have made your name known to them,” and “I have made your name manifest to the men whom you gave me.” As stated in the foreword to the original English edition of the New World Translation: “We offer no paraphrase of the Scriptures. Our endeavor all through has been to give as literal a translation as possible, where the modern English idiom allows and where a literal rendition does not for any clumsiness hide the thought.” Thus, the New World Bible Translation Committee has endeavored to strike a balance between using words and phrasing that mirror the original and, at the same time, avoiding wording that reads awkwardly or hides the intended thought. As a result, the Bible can be read with ease and the reader can have full confidence that its inspired message has been transmitted faithfully.—1 Thessalonians 2:13.A reliable translation must: Sanctify God’s name by restoring it to its rightful place in the Scriptures.—Matthew 6:9.Accurately convey the original message that was inspired by God.—2 Timothy 3:16.Translate expressions literally when the wording and structure of the target language allow for such renderings of the original-language text. Communicate the correct sense of a word or a phrase when a literal rendering would distort or obscure the meaning. Use natural, easy-to-understand language that encourages reading.—Nehemiah 8:8, 12

oranget:
Firstly, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on both men and women had nothing to do with whether women can lead service or not. That actually happened in fulfillment of the promise of God in Joel 2:28-29. That is why in some churches we have female Prophets but they can't lead service when men are present, baptized or not, they could only be allowed to say the closing prayer.

oranget:
Also, regarding your answer to my question as to whether an unbaptized believer will make heaven. What about the thief on the cross? This man was not baptized and had no time to be baptized yet Jesus assured him that he will be with HIM in Paradise.

MindHacker9009:
People like you prefer to distort facts rather than confront the truth. If you compare Isaiah 2:4 and Micah 4:3 you'll find that they are identical in their message. However, when you compare Matthew 27:9-10 with Zechariah 11:12-13, you'll notice a significant misquotation.

HeatSeeker:
Why do you want to hold God responsible for the actions (or inactions) of human beings?

OneTwoOne:
First thing you should first clear your mind of is that EVERYTHING THAT'S DONE BY THE NORTHERNERS OR IN THE NORTH, MAYBE FOR ISLAM IS RIGHT. No, Islam is guided by laws and principles from the Qur'an and Hadith. They may be right or wrong in their actions.

MindHacker9009:
Why did Matthew badly misquote from Zechariah 11:12-13, which mentions thirty pieces of silver being cast to the potter in the house of the Lord:
"Then I said to them, 'If it is agreeable to you, give me my wages; and if not, refrain.' So they weighed out for my wages thirty pieces of silver. And the Lord said to me, 'Throw it to the potter'—that princely price they set on me. So I took the thirty pieces of silver and threw them into the house of the Lord for the potter."

Where did Jeremiah say this in Matthew 27:9-10, NKJV: Then was fulfilled what was spoken by Jeremiah the prophet, saying, “And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the value of Him who was priced, whom they of the children of Israel priced, 10 and gave them for the potter’s field, as the Lord directed me.” Matthew 27:9-10, NKJV.

God Almighty of the Original Torah in the first Temple in Jerusalem is the only True God.

EsotericTemple:
The Perception of Satan as the Ruler of This World
https://blackheartbrotherhood.family.blog/2024/12/23/the-perception-of-satan-as-the-ruler-of-this-world/

MiddleDimension:
Not really false prophets because that's a strong designation. You can't say someone is a false prophet just because they said something not very correct. A false prophet is cohorts with the devil and these two are not. They have simply said something about a topic they do not have the right knowledge about.

But yes, ''the priests and prophets...stumble in judgement'' (Isaiah 28 vs 7) NWT.

So yes, just because they are pastors, does not mean they are right every time.

oranget:
My question was how did you do your calculations and arrive at the assumption that what Paul was saying is that women could lead the congregation where there were no baptized male? Now, let me ask another question. If an unbaptized believer dies, will he/she make heaven according to your beliefs.

If an unbaptized believer dies, will he/she make heaven according to your beliefs.

Educationalserv:
what the need for signs? End it all at once to stop the misery .and to show signs only selected area like African kids and middle east kids are genuine pigs to end time signs while UK , swizz kids are left . Religion make people dumb sha

what the need for signs?

Educationalserv:
you not making any rational sense .so to learn 27000 kids innocent kids created by him Must die .! That sounds more like wickness not compansionate

Educationalserv:
There something unexplainable over 17000 innocent kids are killed in Gaza 10000 In Ukarine and Russia .I can't comprehend how this is allowed/ Approved to happen .
If I was supernatural and powerful I will never allow this happen and it In direct opposite to my description as very compassionate.
Think deep .don't come quote any further verses here think rationally .
I hope the universe end this Wars

oranget:
Paul said the head of a woman is man, and you interpreted it to mean that a baptized female may lead worship service in the absence of a baptized male. How did you arrive this interpretation?

MiddleDimension:
its good you now know that both Kumuyi and Olukoya know wrongly about the subject.

MightySparrow:
The crux of the matter is the removal of the words, ' the spirit says expressly'. Saying expressly' and ' inspired word.'
Mind you, Paul was writing to Timothy directly and used exact words.
The question is.
1.Did the 'spirit' say....
Inspire and saying are they the same?

Rapmoney:
Many young men have delved into unfortunate marital union based on the common misconception attached to Proverbs 18:22 which states that "He who finds a wife, finds a good thing and obtains favours from the Lord".

Do not be deceived. There is no scientific, cultural, social, religious or economic evidence that once a man gets married to a woman, he begins to obtain favours.

oranget:
Can you provide this verse where Paul said this so we all can learn

NNTR:
What in its original form does Jehovah mean please?

oranget:
Can you kindly provide the verse in which it was written that women could prophesy in CHURCH as long as they had their head covered.

I think you were referring to 1 Corinthians 11:5 which says;

"But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven."

Now, my questions are:
1. Where was church mentioned in that chapter?
2. Is it only in church that people can pray and prophesy?

NNTR:

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Would do you think you did up there? Hmm?
I'll tell you for free, using your brain for a change, albeit misusing it with the bad influence of the Governing Body

Soot trying to call pot black. Snowflake trying to call avalanche white

1/ Please tell how exactly did Jesus reject being Good
2/ Provide here verbatim how Jesus allegedly 'rejected 'it', immediately and gave the credit to his father and God' sic
3/ What in its original form does Jehovah mean please?

_{Personal text: Jesus is not a theologian. He is God who told stories.}