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My travel to Uzbekistan
I always had a fascination to learn more about the Silk Road. I read about the tales of travellers in a caravan journeying through hostile regions, mostly composed of merchants and traders transporting goods from Europe to the Far East. Cementing the role of the Silk trade routes in perpetuating commerce during the Middle age years. To this day, it is believed that the Silk Road is not merely a trade route but also an exchange of artworks and cultural artifacts. My fascination intensified when I finally decided to travel to Uzbekistan, a country situated in Central Asia and the heart of the Silk Road. My journey started in the…
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The Master and Margarita: by Mikhael Bulgakov
The Master and Margarita by Mikhael Bulgakov, for me, was a difficult novel to read. I had to challenge myself and stretch my willpower considering that is it the first book that I chose to read beginning the New Year of 2023. It required intense focus, and oftentimes I had to re-read the entire chapter so as not to miss the flow of the story. It is the kind of book that covers a wide range of genres. It presents complex ideas and some strangely weird elements combined into a novel. I was enthralled by the satirical side of it. One of which is about Yeshua Ha-Notsri (Jesus of Nazareth)…
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The Tough One
#Joan Amorganda / 027-06012023 #poem, my poem, poetry, my poetry, Poems & Quotes, quotes, quotation, quotations, The Tough One
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Church of Saint Sava Belgrade
The Temple of Saint Sava in Belgrade is a Serbian Orthodox Church dedicated to Saint Sava, who is the patron saint and the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church. It is the largest Orthodox church in the country. It is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox churches and ranks among the largest churches in the world. To me, visiting the Temple of Saint Sava is one of the highlights of my travel to Belgrade. The church beautiful, especially the interior. You can also visit the lower level and the Crypt area which is richly decorated. ***
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Ichthys or ichthus souvenir from Athens
I got this ichthys or ichthus souvenir during my visit to Athens, Greece. During the time of the Roman Empire, when the early believers were persecuted for being Christians, they adapted a way thru symbolism to identify and communicate with each other. They used the “FISH” as a secret symbol. ἸΧΘΥΣ (IKhThUS) in Koine Greek its acronym translates into English as ‘JESUS CHRIST, SON OF GOD, SAVIOR’. Nowadays it is known colloquially as the “sign of the fish” or the “Jesus fish”. ***
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Areopagus sermon by Apostle Paul
During our stay in Athens, being one of the most important historical sites to visit, we also went to the Acropolis with a prebooked tour guide. While we were there, at some point, I could only imagine the challenging times when Apostle Paul visited the city and when he eventually delivered his message in Areopagus, in the year 51 about the worship of the true God in relation to the many gods and goddesses that were venerated in Athens at that time. Here is the passage from the Bible in the Book of Acts 17:16-34 New International Version (NIV). “In Athens: 16 While Paul was waiting for them in Athens,…
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Remembering Ate Betty
Remembering Ate Betty Feeling somewhat strange today, Since in my dreams you visited me. In jeans and white shirts, I vividly see, That you looked perfectly healthy. Awakened by your infectious smile, It let me forget for a while That, in reality, your body Has already gone to eternity. Powerless, you left us loose To an exquisite eternal repose. More than a year now has passed, Since the day you’ve left us. Here, we are missing you, Guess you do the same way too. Your memories will always stay, Since the day you’ve been away You’ll always be my “ATE”. Thanks to you, my Ate…
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Rare Books – Family Bible
It was an exhilarating day for me (Thursday, 30th December 2021) to find these 18xx Edition Family Illustrated Holy Bible Volume 1 and Volume 11, which have humongous size and elephantine weight. Of course each piece comes with a hefty price. I’m optimistic that with these precious Books, once sold to the right buyer, I will be able to start building my long time dream – a Library in our hometown, Bindoy in Negros Oriental, Philippines. Although the land/ area is ready, I know it won’t be enough to cover the cost. But I’m optimistic that with your help the Library will be realized… soon. Yes, it’s been a difficult…
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Give Thanks!
Give Thanks for the glimpse of the first rays The morning sun brings That whisper a new beginning And drives to keep us going. Give Thanks for the start of a new day Lord, you enlighten the way With endless possibilities. That brings hope to a soul That is forever grateful. **************************************************** – Joan Amorganda / #018-21032021 Poem, Poetry, My poem, Poetry Challenge, Quote, Quotes, Quotation, Quotations. Verse, Verses
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Restitution
God, many of your people are in deep grief Whose Worldview is tested shaken in disbelief Due to horrendous report that cause to derail Giving rise to doubt who, which and what is real. Help us to discern why did “it” come to be Many are despondent, let them cling to Thee To set the focus clear and to trust to you only God, despite the shameful pain and agony. Lord, bless the entire family who are hurting Restore, revive the Team as it’s mending Bestow peace upon those who face the ordeal To seek for justice, grace and love to prevail. Lord, let no one separate us from your…
