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| The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 11:34am On Mar 23, 2025 |
If heaven na safe place, why angels dey carry sword ![]()
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| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Amotolongbo(f): 11:39am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Very good question. That is to tell you these are all fables |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by muyico(m): 11:42am On Mar 23, 2025 |
This one don watch film tired Movie brain washed his brains, I knw u will also blived in ghost 👻 buying bread and akara , eat inside 🪦 grave,nah so I watch one film, 👻 ghost buy pure water and drinks |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 11:44am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Amotolongbo:People say some fables are based on real events or lessons, but I believe they never reveal the true story behind heaven. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 11:47am On Mar 23, 2025 |
muyico:You people always take things as a joke in this space, but these are matters we should reflect on, share ideas, and learn from. Instead of dismissing them, we should have meaningful discussions that broaden our understanding. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Amotolongbo(f): 11:49am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:Which heaven? The concept of heaven was developed when the people thought (misconception) the earth was flat and has a layer above it (heaven) which happenings in it was concealed from the earth by the firmament. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by muyico(m): 11:49am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:I never c angel b4, I only c acting angel in movie, holding sword! |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 11:54am On Mar 23, 2025 |
muyico:Does that mean you're not a Christian or you don't read Bible Genesis 3:24 – After Adam and Eve were expelled from the Garden of Eden: After he drove the man out, he placed on the east side of the Garden of Eden cherubim and a flaming sword flashing back and forth to guard the way to the tree of life. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 11:57am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Amotolongbo:I heard Heaven is often described as the throne of God, where He rules over creation.The Lord has established His throne in heaven, and His kingdom rules over all. (Psalm 103:19) Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool.” (Isaiah 66:1) |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by muyico(m): 11:58am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:he said flaming ⚔️ sword, not angel holding 🗡️ sword And d garden located on earth, not heaven! So let me know Ur Tik? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Amotolongbo(f): 11:58am On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:That begs the question, Where is heaven? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:00pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
muyico:What's different? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:01pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Amotolongbo:I think it was define based on different beliefs My own Perspective: Many religious traditions describe heaven as a divine realm where God or gods reside, often depicted as being above the earth or in another spiritual dimension beyond human comprehension |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by muyico(m): 12:03pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:u said why angel hold sword in heaven? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:05pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
muyico:Flaming sword represents Angel in the Bible man |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by muyico(m): 12:08pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:verse? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:15pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
muyico:Verses in the Bible where angels appear with swords, have mentioned one up there, Numbers 22:23, 1 Chronicles 21:16, but Genesis 3:24 is the most direct reference to an angelic flaming sword. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Amotolongbo(f): 12:29pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:hmmm Different beliefs and perspectives define the same concept and location differently. Is there anything missing? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Bookhub: 12:40pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
That one no concern me,wetin they vex me be say all biblical persons are always Caucasians with blue eyes,Jesus, Mary,David,Solomon,yahweh, Jesus ,Solomon and angels , they always have blond hair and blue eyes but only Lucifer and demons are negroid... ![]() |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:45pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Amotolongbo:Almost all religions acknowledge the existence of a second heaven, including traditional worshippers, Muslims, and various Christian denominations, except for Jehovah's Witnesses, who have a different perspective. Even traditional African religions recognize multiple spiritual realms. This widespread belief across different faiths raises intriguing questions about the nature of the heavens and why such a concept is so deeply embedded in human spirituality. It also brings up the possibility that these perspectives might be shaped by cultural, historical, and theological influences rather than just doctrinal differences. What do you think? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 12:47pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Bookhub:That’s an interesting observation, but who truly knows or has seen Jesus, Mary, David, Solomon, Yahweh, or even the angels with those descriptions? History and art have shaped these images, but are they accurate, or just cultural interpretations? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by RealityKings1: 12:51pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
You wan make dem lose guard ![]() |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 1:04pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
RealityKings1: ![]() |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by ZombieDredd: 1:11pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Ibkay32:You do err not having understanding. You cannot view spiritual things with human logic. You will fail all the time. Angels are depicted as carrying swords to show their divine protection and authority. Just as Christians are encouraged to carry their swords (bible, which is God's unfailing word). The Bible talks about the sword of the spirit which is the word of God. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by RemoveKebab: 1:20pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
It's not sword, its lightsaber
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| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 1:24pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
ZombieDredd:Yeah I know I don't have understanding that's why I brought it here, thanks for share more light |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by GothamCities: 1:46pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Amotolongbo:Where have you seen angels bearing swords in heaven? Have you been there to confirm or you're just echoing some fables? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Bookhub: 1:49pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
RealityKings1:Who then dey fear ? Abi Satan still dey go heaven attack once once
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| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by floss(m): 2:01pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Everything is story, once you buy it, you live with it |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 2:21pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
GothamCities:Isn't about been to heaven, But if we’re discussing angels bearing swords, the idea comes from religious texts and artistic depictions, not personal experience. Whether you see it as fable or faith depends on your perspective. |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 2:22pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
Bookhub:My brother, I was thinking they have routine security checkpoint dem dey do for heaven. You know say even Nigeria get immigration officers, talk less of paradise. Or maybe na dem dey rehearse for the final battle, who sabi? |
| Re: The Paradox Of Divine Protection: Why Do Angels Bear Swords In A Safe Heaven? by Ibkay32(op): 2:26pm On Mar 23, 2025 |
floss:You're right. Both the Holy Bible and the Quran are stories, just like the story of mankind’s existence, the creation of the earth, and even the beliefs of traditional worshippers about their origins. In the end, history, religion, and even science are built on stories, some written, some spoken, and some still unfolding. |
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