How did they know?
a question I've often asked13 total reviews
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
Your question is well explained, and I have questions from the Bible, too. This particular question, though, is answered in several places. I think the best answer is in 1 John 1:1-4. Some others aren't answered that clearly.
There are many things in the Bible to ponder and write about.
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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Your question is well explained, and I have questions from the Bible, too. This particular question, though, is answered in several places. I think the best answer is in 1 John 1:1-4. Some others aren't answered that clearly.
There are many things in the Bible to ponder and write about.
Comment Written 04-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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Dear Verna, Thank you for your review and the five stars.I will look up that reference to be illuminated.
You are the first person to actually furnish me with an answer to the question. Thank you kindly Ma'am
Comment from Wendy G
A very thoughtful post. I have always assumed that the Holy Spirit reminded the writers of the incidents and miracles and words of Jesus which He wanted recorded for future generations.
Very thought provoking!
Wendy
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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A very thoughtful post. I have always assumed that the Holy Spirit reminded the writers of the incidents and miracles and words of Jesus which He wanted recorded for future generations.
Very thought provoking!
Wendy
Comment Written 04-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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Dear Friend, Thank you for your review ad the five stars. Yes, that's true. It could have been simply the Holy Spirit at work. We won't ever know that, will we?
Comment from duchessofdrumborg
' How did they know?' , is an extremely well-written and spiritually-uplifting piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. To me this is a six. Good luck with the contest. Please let me know how you get on?
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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' How did they know?' , is an extremely well-written and spiritually-uplifting piece. This talented poet's work was a pleasure to both read and review. To me this is a six. Good luck with the contest. Please let me know how you get on?
Comment Written 04-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 04-Apr-2022
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My Dear Duchess,Thank you for your review and your confident opinion of my talent. Thank you also for your good wishes for the contest. I am happy to oblige.
My Dear Anon,
I doubt my opinion of your talent is misplaced.
Bless you and take care,
the Duchess
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent entry for the Lent 2022, Week 5 contest. I remember lent when I was a little girl, good memories. Your writing is clear and easy to follow. It sounds like you followed the rules well. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Excellent entry for the Lent 2022, Week 5 contest. I remember lent when I was a little girl, good memories. Your writing is clear and easy to follow. It sounds like you followed the rules well. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Gypsy Blue Rose, Thank you for your comments on my writing. For me Lent is a season of thought and of reparation. I'm not sure if that's the right word, but what I mean is making good on any forgotten promises. Remembering all the kindnesses done for me throughout the past year
that I've never reciprocated. Is that reparation?
Comment from E. Denison
Thought-provoking free verse here, mystery writer. I think the topic is a strong one for Lent (indeed, for spiritual poetry as a whole) and is certainly something that both those of faith and not have considered for centuries. Your paired image goes well with your narrative and themes. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Thought-provoking free verse here, mystery writer. I think the topic is a strong one for Lent (indeed, for spiritual poetry as a whole) and is certainly something that both those of faith and not have considered for centuries. Your paired image goes well with your narrative and themes. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Friend, Thank you for your generous words regarding my writing. This was written with it being a Lenten subject, but it has excited quite a response from many FanStorian members.
Comment from Anne Johnston
That is a good question you have asked. The Bible tells us all Scripture is given by inspiration of God. I am sure that there must have been someone among the disciples who kept notes, and when the time came for them to write the Gospels, God inspired and brought to their memory they things they heard.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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That is a good question you have asked. The Bible tells us all Scripture is given by inspiration of God. I am sure that there must have been someone among the disciples who kept notes, and when the time came for them to write the Gospels, God inspired and brought to their memory they things they heard.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Anne, Thank you for your answer to my question. I didn't know there was a record of His Words being kept by someone there at the time, so that explains that particular point for me at any rate.
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You are welcome. this is just my opinion that someone recorded the teachings of Jesus.
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
After the Disciples had come to Jesus to learn how to pray, He taught them The Lord's Prayer, that was transcribed by Saint Matthew during the occasion. The Lord's Prayer is also recorded in The Gospel of Saint Luke, one of the four Evangelists. However, this version uses different words.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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After the Disciples had come to Jesus to learn how to pray, He taught them The Lord's Prayer, that was transcribed by Saint Matthew during the occasion. The Lord's Prayer is also recorded in The Gospel of Saint Luke, one of the four Evangelists. However, this version uses different words.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Rosemary, Thank you for the answer to my question. I did not know there was a record of His words being actually written down, so I've learned something today haven't I? I have come to realize that to pose any question on a religious matter is to invite a stormy response. That wasn't my original intention, although I bow my head in submission to those whose knowledge is greater than mine. It was "The Lord's Prayer " that provoked this query although there are many instances where the same question could be asked.
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I love the Lord's Prayer. At one time this prayer was recited to a resident at a nursing home every night before she went to bed. There is no competition in the Lord's Prayer, it teaches how to pray.
Comment from Tom Horonzy
If anyone has a problem with this one branch of scriptures then I understand how they feel the scriptures aren't real. Couldn't we ask the same in all scriptures be it Christian, Jewish, Muslin or other?
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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If anyone has a problem with this one branch of scriptures then I understand how they feel the scriptures aren't real. Couldn't we ask the same in all scriptures be it Christian, Jewish, Muslin or other?
Comment Written 03-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Tom, Thank you for your response to my question. I could never understand how the words spoken by Him in answer to apparently unrehearsed questions came to be recorded. I don't know how other religions go with the same question, but I think they had special people designated to note down the words of their Leader.
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Faith are things that not seen
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
This is a well written, thoughtful piece. You ask relevant questions whether you are a Christian or not. Your writing feels honest and is descriptive. This reads like a story I poetic form, well done.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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This is a well written, thoughtful piece. You ask relevant questions whether you are a Christian or not. Your writing feels honest and is descriptive. This reads like a story I poetic form, well done.
Comment Written 02-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2022
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Dear Friend, Thank you for your generous comments on my writing. The question posed in this piece is genuine, as it is something I've queried for many years. The answers I've received have been illuminating and encouraging. Thanks again.
Comment from kiwigirl2821
The questions and thesis for this is extraordinary. Maybe words that mean something are instantly retained and then written down for later reflection. I've always thought Bible is a great story inspired by actual events. It's harder to imagine the words given in absolute stone followed to the letter based on interpretation of whoever "wrote" it.
Love to read pieces that inspire me to give back something real from me.
xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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The questions and thesis for this is extraordinary. Maybe words that mean something are instantly retained and then written down for later reflection. I've always thought Bible is a great story inspired by actual events. It's harder to imagine the words given in absolute stone followed to the letter based on interpretation of whoever "wrote" it.
Love to read pieces that inspire me to give back something real from me.
xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 02-Apr-2022
reply by the author on 02-Apr-2022
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Dear Kiwi Girl, Thank you for your review and the five stars. This is a genuine question that I've asked here. Nobody doubts the
origin of the words themselves. I would like to know just who wrote them down to be immortalised as the Word of God ?
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I realized that. Still the read for me personally moved to other places which I expressed. As a genuine question, I have wondered the same thing, however for different reasons. Take care.