I have no idea.
Apostle Paul or something like that? And if that is the case, how can we prove it?
The middle East is a cesspool of little countries and principalities and two or four thousand years simply muddies up the water. I simply get lost.
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Apostle Paul or something like that? And if that is the case, how can we prove it?
The middle East is a cesspool of little countries and principalities and two or four thousand years simply muddies up the water. I simply get lost.
My guess would be The Apostle Paul. He was from Tarsus , Mersin Providence which is present day Turkey. There have been others but he would be the first to come to my mind. The current population is about 3 million.
The most amazed I have been in traveling was my trip to Turkey. Istanbul blew me away, it makes New York City look small. And the wealth was also staggering. Lots of oil money passing through those waterways. Part of it is in Europe and part in Asia. The Black Sea is to the north and the Sea of Marmara to the south. You could put two New Yorks in it. There were high rise condos for 50 miles in every direction.
Bert, That's a deep question. The Biblical way we know Paul (Saul) was from Tarsus is that it is recorded in Acts 9, v. 10, 11, in the account after Saul (Paul) is blinded by God on the road to Damascus as he was heading there is persecute followers of Christ:
10. And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord.
11 And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: for, behold, he prayeth...
But your larger point is a good one. How do we prove it?
I wandered around the Middle East for nearly two decades. I was always being told something fantastical by a Muslim, Jew or Christian. One day I was down near the Red Sea in Jordan and a Muslim driver told me, "Here is where the Garden of Eden was." Of course, Hebrew tradition puts the Garden of Eden at the place where the Tigris and Euphrates enter the Persian Gulf -- around where Basra, Iraq is today. I've been there too. Neither place struck me as a Garden of Eden.
Another time I was driving through the West Bank and a driver tells me "This is where the city of Jericho stood before Joshua's trumpet sounded..." Then once I was up in Nineveh, across from Mosul in Iraq and an Assyrian Christian Iraqi says, "Here is where Jonah came after he was out of the whale."
I found out that people were never just making up what they told me. These were devout people and were recounting something from the Koran, Torah or Christian Bible. So it came down to what tradition you embraced.
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Acts of the Apostles 21:39 as I understand. But I'm as unknowledgeable on the Bible as about anyone here.
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Any girl that crazy would be best to stay away from.
Good morning D-League
It is 76° and we should have a high of 88°. There is a 47% chance of rain with sun most of the day.
I trust all are well in health and in spirits.
Gülek Kalesi in Tarsuz ,Mersin , Turkey
Amazing but a photo trick.
Edit: when I get to my computer later I will post more to show why.
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Fishing report:
Once again, several strikes with 8 hooked and 7 landed. Most were small but fun none the less. Tramped around 3 ponds today. Went to one pond (Flagg) that I had not been to in a couple of years because I only caught small bass there. Recently people were saying they caught couple of decent sized ones (3 or 4 pounders) but me, again with the small ones. Bald gave up the biggest one today at around 1 1/2lbs. Nothing to write home about. Cornplanter is really low on water with about half of it gone. It was one of my sure things a couple of years ago and is up a bit and across the road from Flagg. Whenever I came up short at Flagg I could always count on Cornplanter. Not today, muddy, murky, and water was down.
Jake no shoulders was out in force today and two of them really curious as to what it was standing midsection deep in their home. They were brazen as well. Had to use the tip of my rod to beat one of them back. It was the biggest snake of the bunch that I saw, and he did not like that I was there.
Once again, several strikes with 8 hooked and 7 landed. Most were small but fun none the less. Tramped around 3 ponds today. Went to one pond (Flagg) that I had not been to in a couple of years because I only caught small bass there. Recently people were saying they caught couple of decent sized ones (3 or 4 pounders) but me, again with the small ones. Bald gave up the biggest one today at around 1 1/2lbs. Nothing to write home about. Cornplanter is really low on water with about half of it gone. It was one of my sure things a couple of years ago and is up a bit and across the road from Flagg. Whenever I came up short at Flagg I could always count on Cornplanter. Not today, muddy, murky, and water was down.
Jake no shoulders was out in force today and two of them really curious as to what it was standing midsection deep in their home. They were brazen as well. Had to use the tip of my rod to beat one of them back. It was the biggest snake of the bunch that I saw, and he did not like that I was there.
MdW, I get the feeling (I assuredly don't know.) that at 19 an Eastern Kentucky saying would fit you just fine... (Just guessing mind you, not accusing or even trying to state truth, but as imagined perception.) The saying.... "I'd .... a stripped snake if you'd hold it's head..."
Danged if I'd fight a snake to wade. Brother WC, I'd walk on water and you could record it on your phone, sell it on youtube, and wouldn't need to doctor the video at all....
Jerry Clower would have talked about me...
You "ain't" never lied... 😅
BBUK,
I don't know if this is confessing or bragging, but you have hit the nail on the head with my younger self.
We all age out of our youthful vices, if we are lucky. For me, that was when I got married for the second time at 42...
(Thought) Paul was born in Tarshish. I was told that was a Roman province on an island between Italy and Spain, perhaps near Sardinia, that traded heavily in precious metals and manufactured goods made from them.
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Hello all,
I know it's getting late in the day. Been where I had to be and enjoyed it. Lot's to do.
Last night I tied some leaders together to make some quick switching possible while fishing.
I have my straw rigs in case the croaker (Preferable yellow croaker) are hitting. I haven't seen any Spanish mackerel this far north or as far in as we will be but the straw rigs can double catching them if they are running. It is stated in the Maryland fishing guide that Walleye are in the Chesapeake Bay waters... I can only dream... (I have some rigs for them as well.). I tied up a bunch of ribbon fish rigs last night as well. (I guess they are called belt fish but I like calling them ribbon fish better.) Below is a picture of some we caught while in Myrtle Beach...
They don't look that big do they... Below is a little better picture...
Those things push near four feet long. The meat is good but too boney for me. It goes for $5.00 a pound around here. Teeth like a Gar...but smaller and razors.
We shall see... All we can do is all we can do...
I bought a new cast net that is lighter with smaller holes. I hope to catch some crab and bait fish if around. I could only hope some shrimps were running.
Also made a couple rigs to see if I can snag a flounder with some minnows under the pier.
I have some squid chopped and ready. I like squid because about anything will hit it and it is harder to get off the line...(Have some shrimps too but for some reason I never have much luck with those.)
I am prepared. Watch us come back skunked... 😅
I know it's getting late in the day. Been where I had to be and enjoyed it. Lot's to do.
Last night I tied some leaders together to make some quick switching possible while fishing.
I have my straw rigs in case the croaker (Preferable yellow croaker) are hitting. I haven't seen any Spanish mackerel this far north or as far in as we will be but the straw rigs can double catching them if they are running. It is stated in the Maryland fishing guide that Walleye are in the Chesapeake Bay waters... I can only dream... (I have some rigs for them as well.). I tied up a bunch of ribbon fish rigs last night as well. (I guess they are called belt fish but I like calling them ribbon fish better.) Below is a picture of some we caught while in Myrtle Beach...
They don't look that big do they... Below is a little better picture...
Those things push near four feet long. The meat is good but too boney for me. It goes for $5.00 a pound around here. Teeth like a Gar...but smaller and razors.
We shall see... All we can do is all we can do...
I bought a new cast net that is lighter with smaller holes. I hope to catch some crab and bait fish if around. I could only hope some shrimps were running.
Also made a couple rigs to see if I can snag a flounder with some minnows under the pier.
I have some squid chopped and ready. I like squid because about anything will hit it and it is harder to get off the line...(Have some shrimps too but for some reason I never have much luck with those.)
I am prepared. Watch us come back skunked... 😅
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I was 42 as well when I married for the second time. I got divorced in April of 1990 and did not get married again for 10 years, June of 2000.
That’s roughly my story Warrior. A little more than ten years between end of first (1985) and my second (1996.)
I call the period between my two marriages “The Golden Decade.” To which my wife rolls her eyes.
I tell my wife now to not get too crazy because I found out after the first marriage what I was missing being single when I got divorced. She got pissed the first time I said it but realized I was only joking. She still does not like it. I can use it when she starts nagging me and she just walks off. 😋 She says I can be mean sometimes.
One of my old Drill Sergeant buddies who is married to another Drill Sergeant who served with us at the Drill Instructor School at Ft. Sill says I can be heartless too. We used to tease her a lot while serving together. She was the only female we had with us in the school. They both were seeing each other secretly back then because it was frowned upon so, to keep up appearances he used to join me in my teasing of her. She is good with it though and took the ribbing very well.
Just got back from lake Ellsworth which is about a mile and a quarter from my house. Was looking at possible late afternoon/night fishing spots for this upcoming fall when the weather is cold in the morning but warm in the afternoon. Ran into a Wildcat that was also scoping out the area. Probably looking to snag himself a few bank swimming fish.
Good morning from ATX. Currently 71°F and clear. Today's high expected around 95°F. We received some rain last night.
Certified letter still has not arrived from FL. App simply says "in transit". Good old USPS.
Heading into the office, so keeping it short.
Wishing happiness and health for all our fellow D-League members.
Certified letter still has not arrived from FL. App simply says "in transit". Good old USPS.
Heading into the office, so keeping it short.
Wishing happiness and health for all our fellow D-League members.
Good morning D-League. It's currently 61° and clear here in Eastern Kentucky. The afternoon forecast will bring mostly sunny skies and a high of 79°.
Everyone stay safe out there today.
Everyone stay safe out there today.
Good morning D-League. Cool and crisp in the east again.
Very busy morning. I need to finish a project of combat veterans we interviewed before anyone else gets in. Down the road when it is truly ready, I'll link it here. Some of you guys would enjoy it.
All is well otherwise. Hope you all have a good day.
Very busy morning. I need to finish a project of combat veterans we interviewed before anyone else gets in. Down the road when it is truly ready, I'll link it here. Some of you guys would enjoy it.
All is well otherwise. Hope you all have a good day.
Good Thursday morning D-League
It is 75° and a high of 82° is expected. We have a system coming in from the Gulf that will bring heavy thunderstorms that may be around a few days. Today is my day for lawn mowing and it may not happen if lightning gets in the way.
I finally went to the doc about my shoulder and start rehab. He gave me a shot and it started getting better. I hope to get it back to avoid the need of surgery. It is the rotor cuff.
Trust all have a nice day. The thunder is loud. I hope this front coming off of the Gulf gets out of here before game time Saturday. The rain is heavy and if you stand in it feels like a bug stinging you.
It is 75° and a high of 82° is expected. We have a system coming in from the Gulf that will bring heavy thunderstorms that may be around a few days. Today is my day for lawn mowing and it may not happen if lightning gets in the way.
I finally went to the doc about my shoulder and start rehab. He gave me a shot and it started getting better. I hope to get it back to avoid the need of surgery. It is the rotor cuff.
Trust all have a nice day. The thunder is loud. I hope this front coming off of the Gulf gets out of here before game time Saturday. The rain is heavy and if you stand in it feels like a bug stinging you.
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Mom and dad on their 68th Anniversary on their front porch in Silver Grove, Kentucky.
Dad is 92 and mom is 87. I've very blessed that they are healthy and sharp and have each other.
Dad is 92 and mom is 87. I've very blessed that they are healthy and sharp and have each other.
WEATHER ALERT and Update for our area.
A tropical depression has developed off of the Gulf of Mexico. Our temperature has dropped to 70° and the thunderstorms are heavy. It is expected to last a few days so it may be wet over in Gainesville this Saturday night. So those worried about the temperature might want to bring some rain gear.
A tropical depression has developed off of the Gulf of Mexico. Our temperature has dropped to 70° and the thunderstorms are heavy. It is expected to last a few days so it may be wet over in Gainesville this Saturday night. So those worried about the temperature might want to bring some rain gear.
Great work BBUK.Amazing but a photo trick.
Edit: when I get to my computer later I will post more to show why.
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What a wonderful picture of a loving couple. Thanks for posting this one.
Good morning. It is 65.1°F and sunny. We are supposed to get to 82°F with no chance of rain. This morning at sunrise we actually dropped down to 59°F on the back porch. We have not seen the 50's in a long time. Fall may be on the way.
@MdWIldcat55 you are lucky to still have your parents, that is wonderful.
@MdWIldcat55 you are lucky to still have your parents, that is wonderful.
Thanks Bert. A tremendous blessing that they are able to still function, have each other, and can live in the sprawling old house they bought in 1964.
MdW, which street is that? FYI, Dari Bar closed Labor Day for the year.
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One of my favorite spots to visit was Ephesus. Top picture shows it as it was in the time of Paul and below, today. I was amazed at how advanced the city would have been 2,000 years ago.
Thanks! And fantastic! Will be there the 24th - unless Turkey starts a war with Greece by then.One of my favorite spots to visit was Ephesus. Top picture shows it as it was in the time of Paul and below, today. I was amazed at how advanced the city would have been 2,000 years ago.
I was working security in Turkey in the late sixties. The powers that be feared a Turk/Greek war and put us on high alert. We worked 12 hours on and 12 hours off for 3 months without a day off till they decided it would be ok.
Some days you just have to open a can of Spam and enjoy. Today was one of those days so I fried up a can for lunch. Man that stuff is good.
Prayers for the Queen and the British monarchy, along with my dozens of ancesters who fought for and achieved American independance, I ask only these distant cousins be granted the grace and blessings of Jesus during this rough time.
Augustine Warner Sr.
Augustine Warner Sr.
Just saw where Queen Elizabeth has passed away. RIP
news.yahoo.com
Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96
Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday as members of her immediate family, including her son and heir, Prince Charles, rushed to her side.
This is a copy of my note on FaceBook:Just saw where Queen Elizabeth has passed away. RIP
Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96
Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday as members of her immediate family, including her son and heir, Prince Charles, rushed to her side.
A great lady and a great leader. She is a wonderful human being.
Ray Murphy, a friend of mine, owned a horse that in the United States won the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness. He lost in the Belmont and did not get a “Triple Crown”. But because he did that, he got a meeting with the Queen, who was a big fan of horse racing.
The U.S. State Department gave him instructions on how to act in the presence of the queen. Of course, Ray who played football for Paul “bear” Bryant at the University of Kentucky, just showed up as Ray Murphy. He did everything wrong but yet the Queen fell in love with an old Kentucky boy that was so genuine and honest, and he fell in love with her.
After that meeting the Queen sent him a birthday and Christmas card every year for the rest of his life. Why? Why would the Queen send Ray Murphy cards? Answer: she is special. She had a heart. She loved. She was special.
A normal monarch does not do things like that. Queen Elizabeth is (that is not a mistake, she still IS) a special person. May God rest and bless her soul.
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Everything I've heard about her has been positive. Definitely one of the most beloved figures of our lifetimes. On a side note, I found it unbelievable that she had been Queen through 13 Presidents, starting with President Truman.
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