Thursday, October 11, 2007
Armor of God Art
The passage in Ephesians 6:10-18 describes how a Christian can be prepared to encounter threats and challenges in terms of elements of body armor of the time. The elements are: the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, shoes of the gospel, shield of faith, helmet of salvation and sword of the spirit. These elements were used by soldiers of the time can be seen on pottery of ancient Greece.
For example the Athenian Black Figure Kylix fragments from the 6th century BCE (A1574) often depict soldiers in this armor. The subject of later potters seem to be less martial and more liberal, reflecting greater attachments to comforts of the classical era.
For example the Athenian Black Figure Kylix fragments from the 6th century BCE (A1574) often depict soldiers in this armor. The subject of later potters seem to be less martial and more liberal, reflecting greater attachments to comforts of the classical era.
Labels: art, Holy Spirit
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Bleeding in Dreams
References to bleeding in the bible describe a state of uncleanness or sickness, requiring isolation and healing.
Leviticus 12:4-5 describes restrictions due to bleeding after childbirth and the length of time before the mother is regarded as cleansed.
Three gospels, Matthew 9:20, Mark 5:25-29, and Luke 8:43-44, relate the healing of the woman "subject to bleeding for twelve years". This story is interesting as the healing occurs without the clear volition of Jesus, unlike other documented healings. Presumably the bleeding was from the uterus, such a chronic infection might cause. This story highlights the role of faith in healing, because Jesus was not initially aware of the woman, He was not personally responsible for the healing.
Bleeding in dreams would seem be another form of 'salvation longing'. The dreamer, aware of their 'uncleanness' and desiring to be healed, longs for that wholeness the presence of Jesus gives.
Leviticus 12:4-5 describes restrictions due to bleeding after childbirth and the length of time before the mother is regarded as cleansed.
Three gospels, Matthew 9:20, Mark 5:25-29, and Luke 8:43-44, relate the healing of the woman "subject to bleeding for twelve years". This story is interesting as the healing occurs without the clear volition of Jesus, unlike other documented healings. Presumably the bleeding was from the uterus, such a chronic infection might cause. This story highlights the role of faith in healing, because Jesus was not initially aware of the woman, He was not personally responsible for the healing.
Bleeding in dreams would seem be another form of 'salvation longing'. The dreamer, aware of their 'uncleanness' and desiring to be healed, longs for that wholeness the presence of Jesus gives.
Labels: dream interpretation
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