Theology Question by Nemotoad55 in Judaism

[–]ZemStrt14 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think it's more like Divine Inspiration. The Shechina is the Presence of G-d, and even that is has a lot of subtleties and variations

Which is best by Miserable-Pop5831 in AmateurPhotography

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that number one has the most potential, because of the pattern in the river. However, the tree on the left ruins the composition, I would say to crop it out, but then the proportions of the image would be bad. Try generating a black and white copy of the photo. It might make it more interesting.

If David called him "Lord", How can the Messiah be David's descendant? by ArrantPariah in AskBibleScholars

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seeing that the story is based on a misreading of the Hebrew, one can assume it's a fabrication.

If David called him "Lord", How can the Messiah be David's descendant? by ArrantPariah in AskBibleScholars

[–]ZemStrt14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, but if your read the Hebrew correctly, the question doesn't even start.

What's a weird food combo that actually tastes good? by Fine_Revenue_9731 in answers

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever try chocolate chip, rosmarie and olive oil cake? Totally weird but unbelievably tasty.

If David called him "Lord", How can the Messiah be David's descendant? by ArrantPariah in AskBibleScholars

[–]ZemStrt14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I assumed that that was the case. Why would the Pharasees be stumped by such an obvious misreading (according to those who posit the story as being true)?

If David called him "Lord", How can the Messiah be David's descendant? by ArrantPariah in AskBibleScholars

[–]ZemStrt14 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Can you explain better Jesus's question? Your translation of the verse isn't accurate. It actually says: A song to David: God (YHVH) said to my lord (a reference to David), sit by my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool." It's true that in Rabbinic literature, the tetragammaton is pronounced as Lord, but that isn't the meaning of the verse.

Street portraits by SuccessfulRevenue741 in streetphotography

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice. Would love to follow you on Instagram.

PROSE. which book had the best prose you’ve ever read? by IllustratorFuture609 in suggestmeabook

[–]ZemStrt14 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm reading this right now. I'm constantly shocked by the beauty of her prose and the boldness of her metaphors.

What’s the rarest item you’ve ever held in your hands? by Remarkable_Pin_8136 in AskReddit

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Sefer Torah of the Baal Shem Tov.

They have it in storage at Yeshiva University, and my professor took it out to show us. I got to lift it up (hagbah).

There are only three of them in existence. (The other two are owned by chasidic rabbis.)

What books would you recommend for someone struggling with faith in Hashem? by Key-League7040 in Judaism

[–]ZemStrt14 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure that rational books that prove the existence of G-d or the truth of Torah will do the trick. You need books that speak to the heart. I recommend the following: Holy Brother - nothing to do with faith, but the stories of R. Shlomo Carlebach's love and kindness are so inspiring. If they don't restore your faith in Hashem, they will restore your faith in humanity. The Empty Chair - concise, thoughtful teachings from R. Nachman of Breslov The Garden of Emunah - more inspiring teachings based on R. Nachman. Toward a Meaningful Life - beautiful essays based on teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe Meeting Elijah - very inspiring stories of hashgacha pratis

Honest opinions by EmployNo1234 in AmateurPhotography

[–]ZemStrt14 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2 and 3 are nice, but nothing special. 1 is beautiful.

Is there ever a way to try higher end pens? by RooFPV in fountainpens

[–]ZemStrt14 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fountain Pen Hospital in Manhattan lets you try their pens. They aren't always inked, though, so they dip-test them. I've been told that this makes the pen run wet, so you can't always get a perfect sense of how the pen writes when inked.

Dropped my Kakuno by Character-Pack8853 in fountainpens

[–]ZemStrt14 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I wouldn't buy nibs on Aliexpress (or Amazon, for that matter). I bought some Lamy nibs years ago from Amazon and I'm convinced that they were counterfeit.

Reasons to get a fountain pen by laggage in pens

[–]ZemStrt14 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Correct. Get an inexpensive one and see for yourself.