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----------------We know who The Catholics are....On Conquer Club....By posts through the years....A nice thought....HitRed.....some think this is the joke thread...HitRed wrote: Tue Feb 17, 2026 5:52 pm The 40 days of Lent are a great time for appreciating the sacrifice Jesus made for us. Traditionally, we give up something, or add something as a daily reminder.
This year, spending more time in the quiet is at the top of the list.
Continuing the planks challenge for exercise.
Giving up sodas.
Going to Confession twice during Lent.
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...LONG JOHN SILVERS HERE I COME.... ConfederateSS.out!(The Blue and Silver Rebellion)... .. ........I like how The Bible has a lot of numbers,Lucky 7s,40s........unlucky....6s 
... .......HitRed wrote: Wed Feb 18, 2026 6:03 am I still have a Long John Silvers plastic token from when I was in elementary school.
.....RING THAT BELL ......I love their malt vinegar...I buy bottles of it...For GORTON'S SEAFOOD ,fish sticks and fillets,FRIDAYS at HOME.....Starkist Tuna fish for lunch ... 
... ConfederateSS.out!(The Blue and Silver Rebellion)... 
https://www.britannica.com/topic/Why-Do ... on-FridaysThe myth of the fish-promoting pope
Among the false reasons often given is a story that claims a medieval pope made it mandatory to eat fish on Fridays in an attempt to boost the Italian fishing industry. However, scholars have found no historical evidence to support this theory. Tellingly, the name of this alleged fish-promoting pontiff has never been supplied. Moreover, the tradition of fasting and abstinence dates to the 1st century ce, not the Middle Ages.
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Several theories have been proposed. Scholars note that the code’s original Latin uses the term carnis, which is interpreted as meat from warm-blooded animals or from animals that walk on the ground. Therefore, the flesh of cold-blooded animals or those that live in water is acceptable to eat. In the 15th century Augustinian priest John Mirk claimed that this distinction stems from the biblical story of the Fall of Humankind and original sin: In response to Adam and Eve’s transgression in the Garden of Eden, God cursed the earth and land but not the water.
Another theory notes that on the sixth day of Creation (i.e., Friday) God created livestock. By abstaining from eating such animals as pigs, sheep, chickens, and cows on this day (thus, sparing those animals’ lives), Catholics are imitating Christ by practicing an act of mercy and making a spiritual sacrifice. In addition, Friday was the day of Christ’s death, which is solemnly observed as Good Friday in the Christian calendar.
htt[url]ps://uscatholic.org/articles/202004/why-do-catholics-eat-fish-on-friday/[/url]The practice of eating fish is related to the day we typically abstain from meat: Friday. This is the day that Christ died, so abstaining from the shedding (and consuming) of blood seems appropriate. Friday, the sixth day, was also the day that God created animals, so abstaining from meat is a symbolic “stay of execution” for cows, pigs, and sheep—just as the cross saves us from eternal death.
The Hebrew scriptures also tell of Leviathan, a primordial gigantic enigmatic sea-creature (think Jonah’s whale) that represents death. So carving up and eating Leviathan on the day that Christ killed death makes great sense to the biblical imagination. Because of Christ’s victory, the great monster death is now nothing more than fish sticks on your plate! Think of that next time you skip that Friday hamburger for a tuna fish sandwich.
https://dio.org/catholic-times/hey-fath ... his-start/Second, we should note that we are not required to eat fish on Fridays; we are to abstain from meat. In the Latin, we are told to abstain from carnis, which from the most ancient of times has always meant the meat of things that walk on the ground. This practice seems to date from as early as the first century.
There are many people – even today – who claim Catholics eat fish on Fridays because one of the medieval Popes wanted to help support the fishmongers, a claim that is quite false. There is, however, some semblance of history to this claim, but about the Church of England and not about the Catholic Church. In 1563, Queen Elizabeth I, the daughter of King Henry VIII mandated fasting from meat on Wednesdays specifically to support the fishing industry.
Catholics eat fish on Fridays because they cannot eat meat (and, apparently do not want to eat a meal of only grains, fruits, or vegetables).
A couple of years ago I stumbled upon an intriguing explanation as to why we eat fish on Fridays but not meat. The explanation comes from the fifteenth century, from one John Myre in his Liber Festivalis: “For when God, for Adam’s sin, cursed the earth and the land, he cursed not the water; wherefore it is lawful for a man to eat in Lent that which cometh of the water.” To put it differently, we eat fish as a reminder of God’s mercy. Ponder that, and try that answer the next time someone asks you about your fish sandwich.
That's something to treasure...HitRed wrote: Wed Feb 18, 2026 6:03 am I still have a Long John Silvers plastic token from when I was in elementary school.
WILLIAMS5232 wrote: as far as dukasaur goes, i had no idea you were so goofy. i mean, you hate your parents so much you'd wish they'd been shot? just move out bro.
mookiemcgee wrote: Thu Mar 05, 2026 11:10 pm Do you think Trump started this war because he was giving up peace for lent this year?
* TrumpHe is a mighty leader like David was so long ago. My hand rests upon him, for he does my will in the face of danger. I guide him as what to do. He is my servant doing the will of the Lord. - God
Elementary school in Tehran hit*, Iran’s foreign ministry saysHitRed wrote: Fri Mar 06, 2026 6:59 ammookiemcgee wrote: Thu Mar 05, 2026 11:10 pm Do you think Trump started this war because he was giving up peace for lent this year?* TrumpHe is a mighty leader like David was so long ago. My hand rests upon him, for he does my will in the face of danger. I guide him as what to do. He is my servant doing the will of the Lord. - God
WILLIAMS5232 wrote: as far as dukasaur goes, i had no idea you were so goofy. i mean, you hate your parents so much you'd wish they'd been shot? just move out bro.
You fail to see the value of Prayer, Almgiving, fasting and sacrifice? Your view of Religion is limited by your biases, Apatheist, imo.Apatheist wrote: Sat Mar 21, 2026 6:59 am Nothing.
These old traditions (and many others) have roots in the practicalities of surviving in the middle East 2000 years ago, designed to ensure that the uneducated had a reason to behave. They're irrelevant now. Time to move on, people.
jusplay4fun wrote: Sat Mar 21, 2026 4:40 pmYou fail to see the value of Prayer, Almgiving, fasting and sacrifice? Your view of Religion is limited by your biases, Apatheist, imo.Apatheist wrote: Sat Mar 21, 2026 6:59 am Nothing.
These old traditions (and many others) have roots in the practicalities of surviving in the middle East 2000 years ago, designed to ensure that the uneducated had a reason to behave. They're irrelevant now. Time to move on, people.
Even those educated can benefit from simple things, and sacrifice and self-reflection can go a very LONG WAY to help us become better persons. TRY those things with an OPEN mind and receptive heart, Apatheist; don't let your biases and your hubris get in your way.
Prayer: what percentage of your prayers are answered? Apart from the odd one or two coincidences, how many actually make a difference? Unless it's statistically significantly more than would happen by chance, then yes, I fail to see the value.jusplay4fun wrote: Sat Mar 21, 2026 4:40 pmYou fail to see the value of Prayer, Almgiving, fasting and sacrifice? Your view of Religion is limited by your biases, Apatheist, imo.Apatheist wrote: Sat Mar 21, 2026 6:59 am Nothing.
These old traditions (and many others) have roots in the practicalities of surviving in the middle East 2000 years ago, designed to ensure that the uneducated had a reason to behave. They're irrelevant now. Time to move on, people.
Even those educated can benefit from simple things, and sacrifice and self-reflection can go a very LONG WAY to help us become better persons. TRY those things with an OPEN mind and receptive heart, Apatheist; don't let your biases and your hubris get in your way.
). Denying myself - comes under the same as fasting. Utterly pointless. Life's too short to give up things that you enjoy. Have your hearts prepared to stand before me. - God
Except for certain small and fringe groups doing an animal sacrifice, that practice has largely disappeared from the West (ignoring the slaughter of farm animals for meat).The destruction of Jerusalem and its temple marked a turning point in Jewish history. With sacrificial worship no longer possible, Judaism underwent a transformation, giving rise to Rabbinic Judaism, centered on Torah study, acts of loving-kindness and synagogue prayer.
And why do Muslims practice this during Ramadan?Here are a few: 3) Provides gratitude and appreciation 5) Gives you time to think and pray; 7) Strengthens your belief in yourself, and 1) Cleanses your soul
MORE on 1) Cleanses your soul: Jesus explains the importance of fasting to His disciples in Mark 2:18-22
and:
Fasting resets and reinvigorates your spirit. Medically, fasting can improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight loss.[1] On a spiritual level, reducing what you consume for a set amount of time can help reset the body and soul.[2] Consuming less allows you to meditate on your current state, repent your sins, and remember that your body is a temple of the Lord.[3]
In regard to Prayer, let's start here, with AI:from AI:
To understand the ultraviolet catastrophe, consider these key points:
The ultraviolet catastrophe refers to a problem in classical physics regarding blackbody radiation.
Classical theories predicted infinite energy emission at ultraviolet wavelengths, which contradicted experimental results.
Max Planck resolved the issue in 1900
I would add that God answers prayers in his time, in his way, NOT in human ways and not to meet human expectations or timelines.To understand how God answers prayers according to the Bible, consider the following points:
Direct Response: God may answer prayers directly, providing what is requested (Matthew 7:7-8).
Delayed Response: Sometimes, answers come after a period of waiting, teaching patience (Psalm 27:14).
Different Outcome: God may respond with a different answer than expected, aligning with His will (Isaiah 55:8-9).
Silence: At times, God may seem silent, prompting believers to trust and seek Him more deeply (Habakkuk 2:3).
Through Others: God can use people to answer prayers, providing support or guidance (Philippians 2:4).
Inner Peace: Often, God answers by granting peace and assurance in difficult situations (Philippians 4:6-7).
To understand that God does not answer prayers in human times or ways in the Bible, consider these points:
God's timing is often different from human expectations (Ecclesiastes 3:1).
Prayer is about aligning with God's will, not just seeking personal desires (Matthew 6:10).
God may respond in ways that are not immediately recognizable as answers (Isaiah 55:8-9).
Persistence in prayer is encouraged, even when answers seem delayed (Luke 18:1-8).
God's answers may come through silence, teaching patience and trust (Psalm 46:10).
Ultimately, God's plans are for our good, even if we don't understand them (Jeremiah 29:11).
This is not limited to Catholics, but at the time, the Catholic Church WAS THE authority in religious matters in the West. Most people believed that there was a great dome over the earth, as was apparent to observers of the sky from the time humans gazed up at it and tried to comprehend its significance.I go back to the Catholics insisting that everything revolved around the Earth,
[url]Source: https://bible.knowing-jesus.com/words/Dome[/url]Gen 1:6
[url]Source: https://bible.knowing-jesus.com/words/Dome[/url]
And God said, "Let there be a vaulted dome in the midst of the waters, and {let it cause a separation between the waters}."
Gen 1:7
So God made the vaulted dome, and he caused a separation between the waters which [were] under the vaulted dome and between the waters which were over the vaulted dome. And it was so.
Gen 1:8
And God called the vaulted dome "heaven." And there was evening, and there was morning, a second day.
this matter is NOT IMPORTANT.the mistranslations in the bible (including today's discovery about the much-touted nephilim).
