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What does a tefillin symbolise?
Its purpose is to remind us of the presence of God (Talmud, Shabbat 156b).
What is the purpose of the Torah scroll?
It serves to remind us of the commandments and its presence testifies that God gave us those commandments.
What are the objects of nature which remind us of the glory and greatness of God described in poem Blessings of God by Cecil Alexander?
In the poem "Blessings of God" by Cecil Alexander, the objects of nature that remind us of the glory and greatness of God include the sun, moon, and stars. These celestial bodies are described as shining brightly and reflecting the divine power and majesty of God. The poem emphasizes how these natural wonders serve as constant reminders of God's blessings and presence in our lives.
What significance does the new ark of the covenant hold in the context of religious beliefs and practices?
The new ark of the covenant holds significant religious importance as a symbol of God's presence and covenant with believers. It is revered in religious practices as a sacred object that represents the relationship between God and humanity.
Is there a religion where wolves are sacred?
There are different types of symbols of the wolf varying from the hungry Shadow Self to a demonic presence. The wolf is the sacred animal of Mars, the Roman war god
Does Islam believe that some animals are sacred?
No. The message of God throughout time (what we call Islam) has always said that there is NOTHING sacred - except God alone. So those who worship themselves as holy or special people, or those who worship any person as a special 'son' of God, or those who worship any object as being 'sacred' are in fact polytheists. Worship no one but God. Do not consider anything as sacred except the One God. "Thou shalt have no God before Me"
Why was Grendel afraid of touching Hrothgar's throne?
Grendel, a demonic monster in the epic poem Beowulf, was afraid to touch Hrothgar's throne because it was protected by God. As a figure of evil and chaos, Grendel could not bear the presence of divine protection and thus avoided touching the sacred object.
What is the purpose of a yamulke?
A yarmulke is a skullcap worn by Jewish men as a sign of reverence and humility before God. It is traditionally worn during prayer or religious rituals to remind the wearer of the presence of God above them.
What god was delphi sacred to?
It was sacred to Apollo
What is the difference between swear curse and abuse?
To Swear - to make a solemn statement appealing to God or some other sacred object
What significance does the Ark of the Covenant hold in the Bible?
The Ark of the Covenant is a sacred object in the Bible that symbolizes God's presence among the Israelites. It is believed to contain the stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments given to Moses by God. The Ark was kept in the Tabernacle and later in the Temple in Jerusalem, serving as a focal point for worship and a reminder of God's covenant with his people. It represented God's power, protection, and guidance for the Israelites.
What makes a text sacred?
It is hard to say what makes a text sacred, other than people's claims. When many people over a long period of time claim that a text is sacred, it is typically considered to be so. However, as the Bible is the very word of God Himself, and He is Holy and Perfect, it is sacred to mankind. ANOTHER ANSWER: Sacred, definition: to make Holy. Only God's presence in someone or something can make that person or thing "sacred" or "holy." For instance, it's the presence of God's Holy Spirit in a person that "sanctifies" [sets apart for Holy use] that person. Otherwise, there is nothing holy about them. Moses, also, stood on "Holy or Sacred" ground: "...God called to him from the bush, 'Moses, Moses!' 'Here I am!' Moses replied. 'Do not come any closer, ' God told him. 'Take off your sandals, for YOU ARE STANDING ON HOLY GROUND.'" (Ex.3:4-5 NLT New Living Translation) What made that particular piece of real estate "holy?" God's presence, there. The Bible text is "sacred" because it's God's Divinely-revealed LIVING WORD, "inspired by Him" to be recorded by those men whom He called out of the world to do so. But it's not regarded as sacred to "all mankind." Most of mankind, living under the oppressive, deceptive hand of this world's god, doesn't "BELIEVE" or place their "Faith" in God's "sacred text"... because His Holy Spirit isn't present, dwelling within most men. Most of mankind is not yet "sacred" or "made Holy" or "sanctified" by God's presence in them. Only God's "called-out-ones;" [ekklesia; church] know how "sacred" the Bible is: "Because the mind of the flesh is death; but the Spirit Life and Peace. Because the mind of the flesh is enmity [hostile] against God: for it is not subject to the Law of God; for neither indeed can it be: and they that are in flesh cannot please God. But ye are not in flesh but in Spirit, if indeed God's Spirit dwell in you; but if any one has NOT the Spirit of Christ he IS NOT OF HIM: but if Christ be in you, the body is dead on account of sin [the transgression of the law - I John 3:4], but the Spirit Life on account of Righteousness." (Rom.8:6-10 DRB Darby's Bible) So, for now at least, the holiness, sanctity and sacredness of God's Word is lost on the vast majority of mankind -- and the "text of the Bible" is only sacred to those whom God opens their minds and hearts to understand -- His servants. "Then He opened their minds to understand these many Scriptures." (Luke 24:45 NLT) So, what makes the Bible a "sacred text" is "God's presence in its Living Words." But what makes that "text sacred" to a man is "God's presence" in that man... and the Holy Spirit's revealing perception of its Truth in that man's mind and heart.
