Been awhile. I'm feeling a bit stressed about work, which means I pretty much stew about things rather than doing anything. Nothing new there. Anyways, been trying to read a bit more. Started a book called "From Eden to Exile" which is an archeological approach to the Old Testament. It's a bit irritating because the guy kind of starts from a viewpoint of the Old Testament is just a bunch of stories borrowed from other cultures, and obviously amateurs have no business saying anything about it. Which is kind of funny, considering one of the greatest scholars in this area (an English guy named Smith from the 1870's) was a rank amateur. Oh well, it's interesting, just wish he wouldn't spend so much time trying to discredit other folks and more time on what he wants to say. Like most of this type of research, I tend to fall in the middle - yes, I do believe in biblical teachings, but I think a lot of it has been misinterpreted and that folks need to explore for themselves. Bottom line, I want to hear the proof, but I also get tired of the oh-so-learned acting like you'd have to be an idiot to believe in the Bible.
Got caught up on some Supernaturals I taped over the weekend. I really do enjoy that show - it has a nice combination of suspense and family. Not to mention some very nice to look at leads. Can't wait to see what they do this fall.
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- I'd admit to going through mid-life crisis, but that would be admitting I'm not immortal. If it's a show that won't last through a season, I probably watch it. If it's horror tinged, I've probably read it.
3 comments:
Interesting post. "From Eden to Exile" sounds like it might be a bit too irritating for me... sometimes when people try to over-think the Bible, they tend to look past the basic nature of the message. Of course, that's MO.
I do love me some Supernatural... I missed the season finale from this past season, but I definitely plan to catch it when it airs again before the new season starts.
Love to see your posts... thanks for popping in to write some.
(Oh - and I'm sorry you're feeling a bit stressed about work. Do you at least get to take a cruise or family vacation anytime soon? I hope so... =) )
No vacation this year - we're doing the pool instead. I'm guessing it'll be a good choice long term, but right now, I could stand to get away.
Oh, DUH me! Sorry... I forgot about the pool. So how's that coming? Is it already in - or is there work still to be done?
And I'm right there with you on the getting away!!!
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