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- Revelation Chapter 17: Babylonian ReligionFalse religion led the Israelites from the true God to its teachings. Babylon’s religious symbols and doctrines bore many similarities to those taught in the Scriptures, in part because the Jews lived within Babylonia.
- Symbolism in the Events of the Babylonian New Year's FestivalThis article explains how the ritual reading and recreation of the story of the Creation Myth validates such concepts as kingship, the primacy of Babylon, and mankind's relationship to the gods.
- Summary of the Babylonian Creation Epic and Its Depiction of Their GodsThis article gives a summary of the Babylonian Creation Epic. It also briefly analyzes how the people from Mesopotamian viewed their gods.
- The Neo-Babyloian Empire by H.W.F. SaggsIn this article the author's main objective is to convey an overall portrait of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. He begins his article with a quick summary of the first two-hundred and fifty years of the first millennium BCE.
- Summary of Martin Luther's "A Prelude Concerning the Babylonian Captivity of the Church"In what was arguably the most important writing of his prolific career, Martin Luther laid the foundation for Protestant worship and thought in his 1520 treatise "A Prelude Concerning the Babylonian Captivity of the Church."
- An Overview of Babylon's Role in the Bible: Part 1Babylon, Babylonia, and the Babylonian Empire are mentioned numerous times in the Bible. As a kingdom and a spiritual symbol she played an important part in scripture. In these 2 part article I give an overview of her place in Biblical history.
- The Parallels Between Bible Stories and Babylonian TalesMost people know that much of the events of the bible took place in Iraq. Before the time of Abraham the ancients Israelites, a nomadic people were not yet the Hebrew nation.
Is America the New Babylon?Some moralists claim that America is a New Babylon headed for a fall and in need of religious revival. But what we may really need is a sense of humor and a dose of perspective to recognize our true place in history.- Bible Study Lesson for Isaiah 47:1-6I recently taught a two year long Bible study on book of Isaiah. Here are my notes on Isaiah 47:1-6.
- The Evolution of Western Political ThoughtAn examination of how modern political theory came to be
- Babylonian Innovations in MathematicsMathematics is an ancient science that began with the Babylonians. Though many of their original conceptions of mathematics were flawed, their tradition of seeking knowledge and concrete proof exists still today.
- The History of the Ancient Hebrews: The Babylonian CaptivityThe kingdom of Judah was conquered in 597 B.C. by the Neo-Babylonians, leading to a period of exile for the Hebrews, known as the Babylonian Captivity. This essay discusses the Captivity's effects on Jewish culture, as well as the Hebrews' liberation by King Cyrus of Persia.
- The Truth About America (Part 2) Our God Fearing FoundersHistory is often rewritten to satisfy the political agenda of modern activists. But there can be no denial that the founding fathers feared God. The early documents are saturated with evidence of their devotion to the Almighty.
I Guess I'll Dance.......I know the meaning of deliverance. I've experienced the "Glory" of my Father. I'm no saint. I've been out "there" and done "that". I know I am forgiven and I thank you Father for your Mercy and Grace.
A History of the New Year CelebrationThe celebration of the New Year traces its roots back to pagan festivals. We can thank Julius Caesar and the Roman god Janus for the modern date for the beginning of each New Year.
Creation and De-Creation Part TwoIn any case, the language of de-creation is commonly used in the Bible to express the conclusion of a prevailing order or system in anticipation of the dawning of a new age.- Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?Why are things not fair? And why does God not do something? What makes anyone think that life is fair? Life is not fair, but God is!
- Changing a Decade: How Technology Made One Life a Little BetterArticle about the personal impact of the last decade's technology on one family.
- Important People in the Book of JeremiahThis is a guide to all the important people in the book of Jeremiah in the Bible.
- Supernatural: Wishing Not so WellA look at this week's episode of Supernatural.
- Ask Mr. Tom #2This is the second in a series of informative answers to the questions inquisitive people the world over have been agitatedly pacing the floor, awaiting the answers for.
- What Does Isaiah Chapter 13 Mean?This is an in depth analysis of Isaiah Chapter 13. It goes into the meanings, implications, and significance of that particular passage. I discuss exactly what it is to help you understand why it is different from other passages.
- Full Rattle, Deep Battlededicated to the boys who walk the line so a hippie like me can enjoy free speech
- Celebrating the New YearOne of the bigger questions regarding man's modern-day origins has to do with celebrating the New Year. Think about it: if you were going to celebrate the new year wouldn't it make sense to link this festival to something worthwhile?
