in the introduction to the nwt with references edition it is stated on page 7 - under the subheading "the translation into english" - "brackets: single brackets [ ] enclose words inserted to complete the sense in english text.
many of these 'insertions' change the entire doctrinal view, as we have seen discussed before.
since the nwt is not an accuarate translation, and has been used to indoctrinate members with biased views that harmonize with the wts doctrine anyway, i was thinking it might be good for them to make a few momentous changes that would eliminate the need to even bother publishing articles in the watchtower that bends and twists these scriptures to fit.
Giving that there's NO evidence in the original manuscripts of the New Testament of the name YAHWEH I think they should have used brackets to indicate their assumption as well.
Bottom line : every time Jehovah appears it should be like this [Jehovah]
This would let the reader know of their assumption.
so there i was... (i've always wanted to start a story with that line) .
i'm sitting here taking a look at the posts on jwd when i start to hear a commotion coming from the direction of the cats' litter box.
i look and one of my cats is jumping and flailing around... sometimes stopping to drag its ass across the floor... with cat crap dragging behind it.
Thanks for that info Elsewhere...I'm done with my breakfast now
one at a time.
guess the qoute above you and give one for the next person.
"nobody makes me bleed my own blood, nobody!
"You know, the kind with them Yoda's and sh*t all over em'"
what was the absolute worst pt you had to sit thru?.
i was thinking that for me the worst outline is "get a firm hold on the real life".
yes a life constricted by endless and ever changing rules, burdened by guilt, fear and obligation, and all the while hoping for an empty promise has got to be the "real life"
Thanks so much for the memories!
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i'm the type that rathers not answer the door, when an elder will come over, to try to bring me back on the road of eternal life.
how about you, do you rather answer the door to them, or just avoid opening the door, when you know it's them?
I didn't answer until I was ready--when I did, I welcomed them and was very gracious in explaining myself.
Oh, and when I didn't was when I had the CO and DO at the door.
what was the absolute worst pt you had to sit thru?.
i was thinking that for me the worst outline is "get a firm hold on the real life".
yes a life constricted by endless and ever changing rules, burdened by guilt, fear and obligation, and all the while hoping for an empty promise has got to be the "real life"
What was the absolute worst PT you had to sit thru?
I was thinking that for me the worst outline is "Get A Firm Hold On The Real Life"
Yes a life constricted by endless and ever changing rules, burdened by guilt, fear and obligation, and all the while hoping for an empty promise has got to be the "Real Life"
need some suggestions on what i can do mentally, or physically if applicable, to pass the time.
i actually thought of having another kid just so i'd have an excuse to walk around and not listen to the crap but of course they dont announce the assemblies 9 mos in advance normally.
any ideas?
Use your picture phone and post pictures on the board for us.
we all know that the jw's think that the end is so close.. in a way, i'm still programmed that way.
i like reading news from all around the world, and you can find bad news all around the world.
example: bird flu, iran nuclear problem, terrorism, and so on.... i'm just wondering if other x witnesses here still are doom and gloom people, thinking that we are on the edge of some world catastrophy?
It's the glass half full/empty thing--perspective. As a dub it was half empty , now at least half full and filling more every day.
what do you think of the lyrics to neil young's new song?
"when god made me"
was he thinkin' about my country
when god made neil young he gave him all the lyrics i wanted to have. at least someone got them
Ditto to that!
i have found a lot of people no longer believe in god or jesus since leaving the organization.. im very shocked at this.
if you dont believe, can you tell me what brought to that conclusion?.
i was told to look at the thread that one of the members in this forum has created, they are very interesting, but i wanted to get a some feed back from different individuals.. thanks!
A couple of things from the Power of Now that that help me that points to where JamesThomas is going (I think).
-Feel your body from the inside , notice the life , all of your cells tingling and dancing. Feel it in your fingers, toes ect. the more you can do this and not think, just feel, it brings you into the present or sense of being which is Consciousness and reality.
-Notice not the objects of a room but the space. Space or nothingness is what allows the physical to "stand out and exist". When you focus on space (the world of spirit) your attention is drawn to your true and higher self.
-When someone speaks to you listen with your whole being. If you listen only with your mind your mind is constantly running ahead with thought and this is where miscommunication comes in. Sit back, don't think and allow the speaker space to be and express. It's a great compliment because this person knows your connecting deeply and all your relationships are enhanced.
From Adyashanti : Find the observer of you. For example if I say "I am Onesong" who is the "I". Step back and watch your mind and physical body. The watcher is your true self.
