There can be no doubt that language and symbolism forms an important part in studies relating to the evolution of cognition hence a great deal of research has been devoted to this. One of the must influential archeologists working on the subject is Francesco d’Errico. In an article written in 2003 entitled “Archaeological Evidence for the emergence of Language, symbolism, and music – An Alternative Multidisciplinary perspective,” d’Errico, together with others discusses their first hand analysis of recent archeological discoveries relating to the field of cognitive archeology. Among the interesting things they have tackled is Neandertal Cognition. The Neandertals were an extinct species of human in the genus homo who were closely related to anatomically modern humans. For a long time Neandertals were thought of to be scavengers, opportunistic hunters whose technology and behavior were considered “primitive” indicating the lack of the use of complex … [Read more...]
Response to KJV onlyist arguments on 2 Kings 9:31
KJV onlyists often make outlandish claims against modern translations. I often encounter this in my numerous engagement with KJV Onlyists in social media. This time the text in dispute is 2 Kings 9:31. 2 Kings 9:31 – Jezebel Readies for Her Close-Up And when Jehu was come to Jezreel, Jezebel heard of it; and she painted her face, and tired her head, and looked out at a window. (2 Kings 9:30) And as Jehu entered in at the gate, she said, Had Zimri peace, who slew his master? (KJV) And as Iehu entred at the gate, she sayd: Had Zimri peace, which slue his maister (Bishop’s) And as Jehu entered the gate, she said, “Is it peace, you Zimri, murderer of your master?” (ESV) As Jehu entered the gate, she asked, "Have you come in peace, you Zimri, you murderer of your master?" (NIV) As Jehu came through the gate, she called out, "You Zimri! You assassin! Why are you here?" (GNT) After Jehu had dispatched King Jehoram of Israel and King Ahaziah of Judah, he came to finish off … [Read more...]
Should we go to church services despite government ban on mass gatherings due to COVID-19 ?
About three days ago the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 as a “pandemic.” COVID-19, officially also known as the “NOVEL CORONA VIRUS” (nCoV) and Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-COV-2) , was detected in the late 2019 rapidly spreading in provinces in China and later on spreading to the rest of the world. As a response just a few days ago, our very own President Rodrigo Duterte, proclaimed proclamation 922 declaring a state of public health emergency throughout the Philippines in accordance with Republic Act 11332. As of the time of this writing Metro Manila has been placed under “Community Quarantine.” Other jurisdictions also made their own local proclamations and provinces and cities all across the country also imposed their own “Community Quarantine.” Since as announced by the President, “Community Quarantine” involves the prevention of “mass gatherings” which of course includes church services, several churches in Metro Manila have … [Read more...]
Response to KJV onlyist arguments on 2 Corinthians 2:17
KJV Onlyists often spins out memes and various short posters to spread their disinformation, conspiracy theories, half truths and lies in the internet more particularly in social media and being an active internet user I often come across them. The particular text in dispute here is 2 Corinthians 2:17 wherein it is alleged that the NKJV "Hides Bible Corruption." Here's the meme and below is my response to it. The meme should be entitled “KJV ONLYISTS HIDES AND CORRUPTS THE REAL TRUTH AND SPINS CONSPIRACY THEORY INSTEAD THAT MODERN TRANSLATION CORRUPTS SCRIPTURES” 🤣🤣🤣 On the contrary, the KJV did not actually fully capture what the underlying Greek text is actually saying. The Greek word translated by the KJV as "corrupt" is actually the word "kapēleuontes" which in reality is best translated as "peddle for profit." Ronald Trail in the SIL Exegetical commentary writes how the translations translate such word, "pres. act. participle of καπηλεύω (LN 57.202) (BAGD p. 403): … [Read more...]
Ten reasons why I love investing in the stock market – Part 1
My father is a businessman and a very good one indeed. When I was kid, I never imagined myself to be one. I was a free spirit, curious about the wonders and mysteries of that nature and this world has to offer. I had a lot of things that I wanted in life and I wanted to explore the wonderful world that God has created. I wanted to be an Indiana Jones, a Lara Croft (male version though) or somebody like “The Librarian.” When I grew up, I realize that there was a problem with all my childhood fantasies. All of what I wanted takes money. As I grew into adulthood, I realized that life was not what I saw in the movies or read about in novels. Real life is real people working hard to make ends meet. Real life is becoming a channel of blessing to other people. Real life is not about what I want; it’s about what God wants for me to do. I slowly took on the reigns of my family business and learned the art of making money. Then I discovered the Rule of 72 and the power of compounding … [Read more...]
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