Tag Archives: the bible

I seem to have missed out on a new holiday ritual

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Naomi

I just noticed a new thing: both Christmas and Hanukah families are wearing matching PJs when they take and post the holiday pics. Where was this law inscribed? In stone somewhere? I’m fairly sure it’s not in the bible. To … Continue reading →

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Manna from heaven came with a side order?

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Naomi

I’m reading a fascinating article in Harper’s, “Guardians of Memory: the quest to save ancient manuscripts,” by Fred Bahnson. The central figure is a Benedictine monk, Father Columba Stewart, whose life has been dedicated to “preserving ancient religious manuscripts around … Continue reading →

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God told me I must wear a mask

Posted on September 6, 2021 by Naomi

Hmm. You must be thinking, “Why is this person who says she doesn’t have any god claiming that god is talking to her? Is she hallucinating? Has spending too much time on Twitter affected her brain?” Yes. Sort of. Because … Continue reading →

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