The Paths of the Sea
The relatively recent discovery of ocean currents is attributed to Matthew Maury (1806-1873) who was an American naval officer and oceanographer.
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Self-Medicating in the Animal World
The science of animal self-medication is called zoopharmacognosy, derived from the roots, zoo (“animal”), pharma(“drug”), and gnosy (“knowing”). It’s not clear how much knowing or learning is involved, but many animals seem to have an innate ability to detect the therapeutic constituents in plants and other natural products.
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Bible Quiz
Questions
Paul states in 1 Corinthians 11:14 that it is shameful/degrading/dishonourable for a man to have long hair. What was the exception under the Law of Moses?
Who was born covered with red hair?
How many locks of hair did Delilah cause to be shaved off Samson’s head?
Which prop…
Surge in Antisemitism
Reuters published a report dated 1 November 2023 in which they summarised how the surge in antisemitism is affecting countries around the world.
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The Genius of the Foetal Circulatory System
It is difficult to imagine a more profound testimony to design than the delivery of a fully developed baby that, only nine months ago, was a single cell. The degree of regulatory control and informational complexity of the process that drives embryonic development is far beyond human comprehension. Few biological phenomena are as gripping and awe-inspiring as the process of reproduction and the development of a baby in utero. The signature of design here is unmistakable, for so much of the process—from conception to delivery—depends on foresight and planning.
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Salt
Questions
Who was changed into a pillar of salt?
What seas were the borders of the inheritance of the land of Canaan?
With all offerings, salt had to be offered (Lev 2:13; Mark 9:49). What offering explicitly mentions that it must be seasoned with salt?
What waters failed/were cut off …
Preparations for War
The Washington Institute for Near East Policy released an analysis paper on 17 July 2023 entitled: “How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Is Reshaping the Global Arms Market: Implications for the Middle East and Beyond” by Grant Rumley and Louis Dugit-Gros.
This analysis confirms the …
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Tarsus
Tarsus, the capital of the ancient province of Cilicia, is located near the eastern Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Situated today, 10 miles (16 kilometres) inland from the sea, it served as a port city due to the Cydnus River (today the Tarsus Çayï) passing through Tarsus on its way to the sea. The river was navigable by ships from the Mediterranean coast to Tarsus.
God Made Man Upright [1]
Homology refers to similarities of body structures or organs between species. For example, the vertebrate skeleton across fish, amphibians, reptiles, mammals and birds are very similar; notably they all have a spine with ribs and a skull.
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South African Christadelphian Summer Bible School Funding Appeal
Since 1982, the Pinetown ecclesia has been involved in the organising of a Summer Bible School in South Africa, which is held at the end of December each year. We have been fortunate to secure speakers from oversees on many occasions, which has added tremendous value to those attending, to enhance …
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