 LDS Gospel Doctrine Supplements by Daniel Rona |
HIDDEN JUDAIC/MORMON INSIGHTS
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LDS Gospel Doctrine Supplements by Daniel Rona |
Weekly E-mail Reminder
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HIDDEN LDS/JEWISH
INSIGHTS #34 DOCTRINE & COVENANTS Gospel Doctrine Supplement by Daniel Rona Weekly E-mail Reminder PDA version click HERE << FAITH IN EVERY FOOTSTEP >> ------------------------------------------------------ (1.) Developing a Culture of Nationhood: ------------------------------------------------------ When nations begin to "gather," there evolves a certain culture. First, the spirit of commitment is challenged by hardships and rejection long before the new society begins to mature and be accepted by others. Secondly, because of true faith in the Lord, the Children of Israel, anciently and in modern times did not and do not let the hardships and the sometimes violent rejection get in the way of pursuing their faith identified goals. Third, a constant support mechanism is used to reinforce and strengthen those faith-identified goals. ------------------------------------------------------ (2.) Dancing, Singing and Music: ------------------------------------------------------ "In the communal and religious life of the Jewish people, dance was always regarded as an expression of joy and religious ecstasy. Ecclesiastes wrote: `. . . a time to dance' (3:1, 4). The Bible tells of Miriam and the women dancing to celebrate the crossing of the Red Sea. When Jephtah's father came home victorious from battle, Jephtah welcomed him with dances. King David, when he placed the Holy Ark in Shiloh, danced and leaped before the Lord with all his might." (Encyclopedia Judaica, Jr.) ------------------------------------------------------ (3.) David the Musician: ------------------------------------------------------ "Traditionally, authorship of the book of Psalms has been ascribed to King David . . . the association of King David with Psalms rests on strong, ancient traditions. Moreover, in other books of the Bible David appears as a skillful player on the lyre, as an inventor of musical instruments and as a composer of dirges, and is described in one place as the `sweet singer of Israel.' (Encyclopedia Judaica, Jr.) ------------------------------------------------------ (4.) Prayers must Be Sung: ------------------------------------------------------ It should be noted that reading scriptures and praying are to be done in a singing or chanting way to differentiate the common everyday sounds of the mouth with the Word of the Lord or words to the Lord. A pattern of singing has developed that puts emphasis on particular syllables and words. When a boy has a Bar Mitzvah, he is accompanied by a person who may prompt him to sing his words correctly while making sure that his clothing, cap, robe, sash, etc. is worn correctly. |
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Daniel Rona, born in Israel and living in Jerusalem has authored Old & New Testament and Book of Mormon Supplement Study Materials to be used in
conjunction with the weekly LDS Gospel Doctrine Lesson study. NOTE: Three versions of the supplemental study materials are available FREE at www.HolyLandsRevealed.com . (Just click "LDS
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(1) a short e-mailed WEEKLY REMINDER(2) a 1-page 2-sided SUMMARY HANDOUT (plus a "PDF" version for printing) You may copy and print the information from any of the website versions to distribute to your class members and friends. Holy Lands Revealed tours provides all inclusive travel experiences revealing a bridge from the Holy Lands to the Promised Lands. Daniel Rona opens your understanding to the LDS/Jewish insights in the Holy Lands of the Book of Mormon, New Testament Turkey, Israel, Egypt and the Nile. Reach for the spirit as you follow the Savior's Footprints . . . by exploring the newly uncovered sites and by providing humanitarian service to modern day Nephites, Lamanites and other Children of Israel! You are entitled to FREE touring and location insights by calling 1-800-272-RONA (7662) or visiting HolyLandsRevealed.com. Request your FREE "Holy Lands Revealed" touring packet and a Book of Mormon fireside cassette. |
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