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 Sacred Symbols Through Cultures in the Light of the Bible Across time and nations, people have physically marked themselves on the forehead, hands and body as a sign of identity, covenant, protection or spiritual insight. This theme explores three powerful symbols: 1. Tefillin from Judaism 2. Hand Bands from diverse indigenous and spiritual traditions 3. Pottu (Bindi) from Indian cultures Although they come from different cultural paths, all three echo the biblical call to carry God’s Word, identity, and light visibly and actively. 1. Tefillin       Dates back over 3,000 years, rooted in Hebrew tradition. Based on God's commandments in Torah: leather boxes with scrolls of Scripture, tied to forehead and arm. Represents obedience, remembrance, and God's law being bound to thought and action.  Old Testament Verses: “Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.” - Deuteronomy 6:8 “These commandments... Impress them on your children. Talk...
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 Keeping the Faith: Jewish Soldiers Wearing Tefillin in 2025 From Bible: Exodus 13:9, 13:16, Deuteronomy 6:8, and Deuteronomy 11:18 verses state  "the words of God should be a sign on one's hand and between one's eyes"      For Jewish soldiers in 2025, wearing tefillin remains an important part of their faith, even during military service. Though it can be tough to put on tefillin while on duty because of safety concerns, uniforms, and limited privacy many still try to observe this tradition during morning prayers when they can. To help with this, special tefillin cases and straps have been made to be strong, light, and easy to use in the field. Military chaplains and groups like Chabad provide soldiers with tefillin and support for their religious needs.  Jewish law allows soldiers to skip wearing tefillin if their safety is at risk. Also, today’s apps and online guides make it easier for soldiers to remember prayers and follow the mitzvah, even when far f...
14 Common Food Myths Debunked    A Path to Truth and Self-Improvement  (with Biblical Wisdom) Myth 1: Eggs increase cholesterol. Truth: Eggs do not significantly raise cholesterol or cause heart disease in most people. They are rich in nutrients, essential amino acids, protein, and vitamins D and B12. Bible : “So whether you eat or drink... do it all for the glory of God.” - 1 Corinthians 10:31 Myth 2: You must drink 8 glasses of water a day. Truth: Hydration needs vary by person, activity level, and climate. Listen to your body's signals. Bible : “...whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst.” - John 4:14 Myth 3: Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Truth: It's more important what and when you eat throughout the day than focusing on one meal. Bible : “There is a time for everything... a time to eat and a time to fast.” - Ecclesiastes 3:1  Myth 4: All protein sources are created equal. Truth: Plant-based proteins often lack the fu...
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  When You Can’t Pray with Words In our life journey, there are moments when pain, confusion, or weariness runs so deep. At that time we struck in the dark and forgot ourselves. The dark hides everything in our mind and keeps in it. We don't even know how to pray. If we try to open our mouths and nothing comes out. Just silence. Tears. A sigh. 1. God Hears Even Your Silence “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”- Psalm 34:18 You don’t always need eloquent words. Sometimes your silence is the deepest prayer you can offer. When Hannah prayed for a child in 1 Samuel 1, she didn’t speak out loud . Her lips moved, but no sound came. Yet God heard and answered. God doesn’t need volume. He needs your heart. 2. Let the Holy Spirit Pray for You “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.” - Romans 8:26 Fact: When you have no words, the Holy Spirit steps in and prays for you. Your silence doesn...
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  In the Shadows of Silence: Meeting God Where You Are? What to Do? When You Feel Forgotten by God? Did you feel that “God was silent” and doubt “God exists?” When the Heart fills with pain and prays, but God is unanswered or feels your prayer is empty or unseen. Like no reply and no response. Not only do you, but everyone feels that way, but I can say that You're not Alone! . In this world, every human experiences this situation and overcomes it with or without realizing it. Yeah! Lot of history speaks about this spell too.  In the Bible, we can figure out the person like Joseph, David, Job, even Jesus-experienced moments where it seemed like God had turned His face away. But here’s the truth: God never forgets His children. Let’s walk through what you can do when you feel forgotten by God. 1. Be Honest with God God is not afraid of your honesty. In fact, He invites it. “How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever?” - Psalm 13:1 David cried out, and yet he was called “a man...
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  ✨Joseph’s Life Did Not Fail When Separated from His Family — Likewise, Every Woman Need Not Fear Marriage, for God Is with Us to Lead✨ Life is full of transitions — some planned, some unexpected. Some of the hardest moments in life are when we are separated from what is familiar , from people we love, or from the security we once knew. These transitions can leave us feeling alone, confused, and vulnerable. But the Bible shines as a light in these very moments. Joseph's story in the book of Genesis is a powerful reminder that separation is not the end — it is often the beginning of a divine journey. In the same way, many women experience similar feelings of uncertainty when entering marriage — leaving behind their family, adjusting to a new life, and walking into the unknown. But the God who was with Joseph is the same God who walks with every woman through this sacred transition. Let us walk through Joseph’s journey and find the courage, truth, and light that God offers for...
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 “எப்பத்தா”  மாற்கு 7:34 “வானத்தை அண்ணாந்து பார்த்து பெருமூச்சுவிட்டு எப்பத்தா என்றார்.அதற்கு திறக்கப்படுவாயாக என்று அர்த்தமாம்” நம் தமிழ் வார்த்தையில் ஏப்பம் என்று பொருள்படும் எப்பத்தா அராமைக் மொழியில் திறக்கப்படுவாயாக என்று பொருளாகிறது. ஆம் வரலாறை புரட்டினால் அறியலாம் இந்த அராமைக் மொழி பாலஸ்தீனத்தின் பிரபலமான மொழிகளுள்   ஒன்று. இயேசு கிறிஸ்துவின் காலத்தில் கூட யூத மக்களின் பேச்சு வழக்கில் கலந்துள்ளது. இந்த அராமைக் மொழி அதனால் தான் இயேசு கூட எப்பத்தா என்று வானத்தை பார்த்து கூறியுள்ளதாக மாற்கு 7:34ல் காணலாம். எப்பத்தா என்று கூறவும் அதன்படி கட்டளையாக ஏற்று மனித உறுப்புகள் கீழ்படியவும் இவர் யார்? ஏசாயா 35:4,5ல் கூறுகிறார் ஏசாயா தீக்கத்தரிசி, “தேவன் நீதியை சரிகட்டவும் பதிலளிக்கவும் வருவார். உங்களை இரட்சிப்பார் அப்பொழுது குருடரின் கண்கள் திறக்ககப்பட்டு செவிடரின் செவிகள் திறவுண்டுபோம்“  என்று ஆம் இயேசு கிறிஸ்துவே அந்த இரட்சகர் மத்தேயு 1:2ல் அவர் ஜெனிக்கும்போதே தெளிவாக கூறப்பட்டுள்ளது. “இயேசு என்று பேரிடு ஏனென்றால் அவர் ஜனங்களின்   பாவத்தை நீக்கி இரட்ச...