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by the way i also enjoy listening to beethoven and other “classical” music, especially scarlatti and pachobel. the brilliance and mathematical complexity and harmony of much of beethovens works are far beyond my limited ability to appreciate.
i also love to read classical and science fiction novels.
as well as to sit and watch tv for hours at a time.
but i dont do any of those things anymore
just a guy
i didnt put anything in the same category except to show to anyone with a head on their shoulders that simply to state that Hashem created something is, a priori, a reason for it’s acceptance (as the previous poster suggested).
this clearly could best be expressed by giving clear and unambiguous counter examples. this is both a quite common and useful way to proceed in logical argumentation.
You could argue that Hashem gave him his musical ability solely to test Jews, but I’m not buying that; that’s a cop out answer
neither of us have ANY idea why the Boreh created beethoven.
but that “to test Jews” is a cop out answer!?
are you aware that it is an Ikar of Judaism that the entire purpose of EVERYTHING that is created is to test Jews so that they may exercise their Bechirah and earn Olam Ha Boh
Didn’t Hashem create Beethoven and give him his abilities?
Hashem created everything. He created stalin and his abilities; and las vegas and nuclear bombs as well. thats not an argument.
Ah, but would you ban it for everyone else?
I don’t like tomatoes and won’t eat them… but I’m not about to say that no one should.
The Wolf
i didnt say anything about banning. but since you asked. no, i wouldnt ban it for freethinkers
i wouldnt listen to beethoven
if they are bumpy they are less likely to be from grafts, which are assur.
some shades of green can be pasul
yellow is always a Kosher color
some shades of yellow, though, indicate the esrog is overripe and may not last well through Succos
i just prefer green, no reason , it is more beautiful to me.
its not a sterah
although glatt means smooth
in terms of shchita it also means that by being smooth there are no shailas that need to be asked
i meant glatt in the sense that there are no spots or other possible psulim that need to be clarified.
glatt kosher
very bumpy
symmetrical
straight nose
no pitam
stem aligned with the “pitam” in a straight line
green if possible
not too big
just plain looks beautiful to me
You’re making it sound as if scientists just make up the most ridiculous thing they can find to explain an observable phenomenon, and that’s not the case.
actually thats the classic scenario given to illustrate that principle in various texts and lectures on the philosophy of science, or metascience. i didnt make it up
A scientific theory….. is an explanation that accounts for the facts observed.
you have to understand, however, that a basic principle of science is that: “just because: if a particular explanation were true, then that would explain the observed facts, does NOT make the theory true or even likely.”
for example:
my car didnt start today
well if it were the case that an escaped monkey poured some sugar in my gastank that WOULD explain why my car didnt start. but it is not a proof of my monkey theory.
one hundred years ago to suggest that the speed of an object going exactly 30 miles an hour in relation to another object going exactly 30 miles an hour in the opposite direction is less than 60 miles an hour, would have been infinitely laughable, against laws proven as steel (more than concrete), and completely and irrefutably self evident.
the best scientists of that time would easily accepted a bet of their lives against a dollar, as to the absolute falsity of such a statement of lunacy. then of course came einstein.
typical of the history of deep theory in science
remember when there was NO QUESTION, NONE, AT ALL, that the universe revolved around the earth. SELF EVIDENT!
of course today people like you and me are above making such mistakes.
but try to think beyond your little point in time. try to expand your perspective, try not to worship science, think a little more broadly.
the diameter of the moon is one fourth of the earth
however its volume is about one fiftieth of the earth
our knowledge of the size of stars is of course indirect and based on numerous unproven assumptions of the methodology of measurement, and of course old assumptions are often replaced by newer ones (the old ones are usually laughed at). if one has faith in our indirect “measurement” of something trillions and trillions and trillions of miles away, your argument is weak to anyone who is nor enamored by Scientism.
your third point seems valid at this point
zalmy
no one here is obligated to inform you of their educational background
i, myself have given my background on previous posts.
science is not shtus.
scientism, the modern avodah zorah, the blind faith worship of scientists and their pronouncements is far worse than “shtus”
if you dont understand Chazal at least dont EDITED
they knew what they needed to know
they probably couldnt rebuild a carburetor either
when you start to feel empty of emotion:
pretend to cry over your chatayim
become an actor
you dont have to fool those around you but fool yourself
just act it out
pretend someone is watching you who cant see inside you, only your outside
try to fool this person
try to make it as real as you can
see what happens
youll be surprised
there is no question that the universe was created billions of years ago
there is no question to you
that this is one of the fundamental tenets of astronomy; studying it without this assumption is foolish.
yes i agree it is an assumption. and the whole rest of astronomy is based on this ASSUMPTION. there is also of course the second assumption: that there is not a creator.
Chazal knew what was known in their time , but not more. This should be obvious.
it is not at all obvious to me. im glad though that the minds, Nevius, and capabilities of Chazal are obvious to you.
Seriously, folks. Either you accept reality or you don’t.
yes.
quite
cosmic background radiation, which proved beyond any doubt (1) the big bang, and (2) the ancient universe.
be careful what you swallow, even if its not from the carcass of a pig.
the meaning of the background radiation is well accepted today as indicating a big bang, as was newtons explanation of inertia and motion which anyone before einstein would have literally staked his life on, so rock solid absolute were the “proofs”.
and which has now been “proven” to be false. (it gives the illusion of being true in an approximate sense, within a range of parameters of time and space but everyone TODAY agrees it is in essence completely false)
they are having severe difficulties dealing with the heterogeneity of the cosmic background radiation, which is NOT as it should be according to the accepted theory, and are frequently trying out new twists on the theory to try to explain it, unsuccessfully so far.
a similar problem is the lack of homogeniousity of the cosmic matter (ie galaxies) which also does not fit with the big bang explanation. at one point “inflation” was invoked to explain away the problem, with no evidence whatsoever other than it allowed the theory to stand, or so they thought. then “double inflation” and eventually further “inflations” had to be invoked.
the old classic theory of spectrographic red shifting of stars of course proves beyond doubt that there was a big bang as the universe is clearly expanding. until it was discovered that the red shifts occur in a quantum manner not analog. they havent figured out what this means, but it is a big problem to say the least.
you also do not understand who the people are that Joseph mentioned. How could you?
can an ant understand why the secretary of state paid a visit to a particular foreign dignitary?
the Chovos Halavovos states that Gedolim like these see without eyes and hear without ears, and a large number of similar sayings throughout the Rishonim, Achronim, and Sefarim.
dont be fooled, Hashem’s World (Olam meaning HIDDEN, of course) has a complexity, hiddenness, secrets and illusions far beyond what our puny arrogant scientists can even begin to comprehend the existence of.
technology (the study of open, repeatable, measurable, reproducible events) is one thing. deep theory based on measurements with devices (the underlying rationale for is based on assumptions and suppositions) and the interpretation of is entirely based on other assumptions and suppositions is quite something else.
the basic ingredient will remain effective on the skin for a number of hours, as opposed to alcohol which remains active for seconds (until it evaporates)
in addition the commercial products have scents which also last for hours.
in addition the commercial products are much easier to apply, require no preparation (once you buy them), and require nothing else such as a rag or washcloth for application
you can get generic ones which will actually be cheaper than alcohol, considering the number of applications per container
alcohol is flammable and a potential danger for children
the alcohol fumes can be irritating to the eyes during application
wonderful !
a second opinion is always a good idea
im here
im sorry, for me to attempt to answer a question like that, without detailed information and a report of the examination, would likely do more harm than good.
Yes, that’s true. It’s also true that it’s only because of HKBH that I have a job. Nonetheless, I still said thank you to the recruiter.
of course you thanked your recruiter, and im sure you thanked Hashem as well.
that has little to do with my post that you were commenting on however
so i should be grateful to the liberals because they allow me to live in america. and i should be grateful because they allow the nazis and klukluxklan to march and to devise their plans. and i should be grateful to liberals because they promote immorality and abominations and atheism. and also because they promote the mass murder of millions of innocent infants.
and how would you suggest i convey my gratitude to them? after all your recruiter was one person and you knew him and he did you this kindness knowing you particularly.
perhaps i should donate to some liberal causes, the ACLU perhaps?
Let’s be honest; it’s only because of America’s liberalism, that Judaism and especially Orthodoxy is allowed to exist and flourish.
let me rephrase that:Let’s be honest; it’s only because of HaKodesh Borchu, that Judaism and especially Orthodoxy is allowed to exist and flourish.
Thank G-d, i really hoped i might
if i can inspire you further, i used to be a tv addict, walked in the house every night, sat on the sofa and turned it on; and before i put my foot on the gas, the radio was turned on. newspaper every day. magazines at work. i loved science fiction and fantasy novels. i read maybe fifty a year. none of that any longer. i am literally a new person.
but if you dont know why it is important, it can be more difficult. take it slowly. try to commit to no secular books for 40 days. Chazal say it takes 40 days for a major change. think hard about why you are doing it. think about your eternal existence. think about what Hashem provides you with every day. think about his love for you. think about what He wants from you. then make a commitment.
May Hashem give you strength.
if you understand the purity and holiness of the Yiddish Neshama
if you understand we are in golus and what our mission is here
if you have Emunah in Olam Ha Boh deep in your heart
then i dont have to explain further
if you dont, then nothing i can say will help
There are a number of books I know of written by Jews that have LOTS of objectionable material and themes.
of course
“1.written by a goy vs written by a Jew” So?
im sorry, i cant explain it to you
ej
there is a real difference
1.written by a goy vs written by a Jew
2.implied immorality. even in S Holmes there is often intrigue, murder, because of a woman, because of lust etc.
the Jewish novels are not so healthy either.
its a matter of bdieved, the lesser of two evils
FOREVER
…many good “non-jewish” books out there that contain nothing abhorrent…
its not a matter of being abhorrent or immoral or anything else.
its a matter of whether or not you want to permanently fill your head with the ideals and values of the nations of the world.
or whether you want to fill your mind with Jewish concepts and the Love of HaKodesh Borchu.
Whatever you fill your mind and psyche with, youre going to take it with you to Olom Ha Boh….FOREVER
I thought adding milk to your coffee was because primative coffee drinkers did not know how to properly roast and brew the beans, causing an exceptionally acidic taste. The pH properties of milk (high base) helped to neutralize it.
you got it all wrong squeak
you put milk in the coffee to allow you to drink it before Davening
coffee is koof, vav, heh
milk, chalev is the gematria of 40 or mem
if you put the chalev, 40, mem into the kaveh you get Mikvah
and as all Chasidim know the Mikveh is mutar before davening
So Dr. Feivel, what is your take on Nutrisweet, Splenda, and saccharine?
i really dont know
but i dont think anyone knows
i have a feeling that splenda is the most likely to be safe because it is basically a string of glucose molecules making one long molecule that doesnt get absorbed well but still activates the tongue glucose receptors. but then again it has a few chlorine atoms which may or may not get broken off the chain and released.
i dont know
i personally stick with splenda
there is another naturally occurring alternative called STEVIA. i havent researched it but i suspect it is definitely going to be the way to go. its available already in some stores.
The reason is: when you consume something that is sweet, whether it has calories or not, your body will react with an increase in insulin.
not true, at all
Rabbi Avigdor Miller, tzl
Rabbi Shimshon Pinchus, tzl
Rabbi Ezriel Tauber
as well as MANY others of course
were constantly speaking out very strongly against “harmless” secular books.
the more of the goyish world and mentality you fill your head with, the less room there is for HaKodeshBorchu.
squeak, I REALLY doubt if it is geneavas das at all.
it might be, lifnim yeshurus ha din, for a Chasid (Chasidus in the sense of Msilus Yesharim).
one misconception im seeing here
the postpartum bulge can be due to either excess fat deposit OR weakness of the abdominal muscles, to one degree or the other. often due almost entirely to weak, stretched muscles.
abdominal strengthening exercises (not necessarily sit-ups or crunches) WILL help this condition, although to lose the fat they will do almost nothing.
smartcookie
here are the answers to your questions
The following was posted by me on the same thread as cherrybim’s post:
im an ophthalmologist
in contrast to cherrybims experience, i see LOTS and LOTS of lasik complications, some minor, some debilitating, most without a solution, and permanent!
its true most people are happy they had it done but a sizable percentage are very unhappy with it…and they can never go back. i would never do it. there are very few ophthalmologists that have had it done to themselves, some even who do it to others.
take a look here
http://www.lasikcomplications.com/
stick with the contacts
havesomeseichel.
yes rubberbands can cause a mild eye injury, as i said.
they cannot cause serious injury, as i said.
but i did not say that minor injuries should not be avoided also if possible.
the second Chasuna that i gave,
the florist forgot to bring the Chuppah/aisle flowers.
no one noticed, including the Kallah and both mothers
(until the florist came to apologize during the meal)
you can cause a mild eye injury with rubber bands, but you can’t poke someone’s eye out
joseph, thanks, i knew that. it fit in better the other way to make my point
So if the rabbi will go to his own brother’s or close friend’s party, I think he should make the effort to show up, even if just for a few minutes, to the simchas of those who respect him so much.
i also think that is a good idea, but in your own words: “it’s your choice.” you dont know why he didnt go. YOU dont know upon what his decision was based. If you claim to repect a certain Rov, then i would hope you actually do respect him and its not just words.
Rabbi Avigdor Miller, tzl went to very few Simchas, even of his Talmidim. do YOU know why? I dont. I can surmise, but i dont know. But I DONT QUESTION HIS DECISION.
i think probably the Rov would go to his brothers simcha. i would. (not the Rovs brother, my brother)
but i dont go to every simcha to which im invited. i have my own considerations when i decide whether to go to a particular simcha.
i would hope that when someone invites me to their simcha, they are INVITING me, not demanding my attendance.
i would hope they would respect my right to consider my own considerations and be considerate. i would hope they would rely on my right and ability to make such a decision about what they are ASKING of me
it is an invitation not a summons
Heshy
everyone who has responded understands your point