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Cuneiformist
The Imperfectionist
USA
4955 Posts |
 Posted - 02/14/2005 : 06:01:18 [Permalink]
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Originally posted by Siberia
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Originally posted by Cuneiformist
The story of Joseph, for instance, does not describe actual events as they happened (as far as we know!), but it served various purposes that are probably still valid for many religious people.
My mother feels a strong connection with the story of Joseph, as her lifestory is similar.
She was an Israelite shepherd told into slavery only to gain status and power in Pharaoh's household, too?  |
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Siberia
SFN Addict
Brazil
2322 Posts |
Posted - 02/14/2005 : 06:52:18 [Permalink]
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Originally posted by Cuneiformist
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Originally posted by Siberia
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Originally posted by Cuneiformist
The story of Joseph, for instance, does not describe actual events as they happened (as far as we know!), but it served various purposes that are probably still valid for many religious people.
My mother feels a strong connection with the story of Joseph, as her lifestory is similar.
She was an Israelite shepherd told into slavery only to gain status and power in Pharaoh's household, [i]too[i/]?
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"Why are you afraid of something you're not even sure exists?"
- The Kovenant, Via Negativa
"People who don't like their beliefs being laughed at shouldn't have such funny beliefs."
-- unknown
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