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Bible Trivia and Fun Facts

Bible trivia and little known facts The Bible is reportedly the best selling book ever. No doubt it has stood the test of time to be one of the most cherished literary works of all time. Christians keep their Bibles handy and follow it as a guide. Many others enjoy it for a piece of history, or even a book to be read for pleasure. Either way, The Bible is a remarkable book, full of many surprises. Have you taken the time to read The Bible all the way through? It's a fun way to have devotions and see for yourself what is really in The Bible. Even though many have said the King James Version is not exactly correct, we do have many scholars who admit the King James Version is indeed very, very close to what was originally intended. So, are you ready for some little know facts and trivia about The Bible? *Please note this lens refers to the Kings James Version of The Bible Also, this is not meant as some site meant to make any scientific or religious claims. Or arguments. A word you mi...

Should Adventists Celebrate Easter

If by Easter, one means the death and resurrection of Jesus, most certainly we should observe and celebrate Easter. Celebrations were part of ancient Jewish life, even commanded by God. The celebration of Purim was started in the book of Esther. Of course bunnies, eggs, chicks, and other things are not to be promoted in the church. Easter does not really have pagan beginnings. It is called Pascha in both Greek and Latin. It is named after the month it occurs in. Don't be caught up in the falsehoods that are generated each time during Easter. It is just a name. The name came from a book, and from the name of a month in that book. Nothing more, nothing less. Easter is no more pagan than modern weddings. Yes modern weddings have their origin in pagan beliefs. So you would sound quite foolish by telling people about the paganism they are doing when they celebrate Easter, as you condone wedding cakes, veils, dresses, flowers, rings, rice, and more. They all have pagan origin...