I love this, Karen! Like you, I was in an abusive marriage, and like you, I broke free. One of the ways I realized how much people in power lie to us is because they use the same type of language my ex did.
I didn't go into martial arts, but I got a MA in Psychology, with helped me understand why my ex behaved the way he did, and why I fell under his spell. We can apply the same understanding to government and to other leaders who do not have our best interests at heart.
Thank you so much for getting to the heart of the Israeli/Muslim matter, I always look forward to your clear thinking and insights. Evil always flourishes when people do nothing to stop it.
When Christianity went out of control during the middle ages, the Reformation happened in order to bring the faith back to a religion and not a government. I don't see very many people calling for Islam to do the same. But they should.
So true what you. I've talked to a number of women who were abusive relationships who said the same thing. They understood the language used by government officials, they aren't fooled.
And as you said about the Reformation, something always happens to restore the balance.
When the sun set and it became dark, behold, there was a smoking oven and a fiery torch that passed between these pieces. On that day ADONAI cut a covenant with Abram, saying, “I give this land to your seed, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the Euphrates River: the Kenite, the Kenizzites, the Kadmonites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Raphaites, the Amorites, the Canaanites, the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.” - Genesis 15:17-21 TLV The whole chapter ♥️
I got both of my Daughters into Krav Maga early. They didn’t enjoy nor stick at it but learned enough to take care of themselves. I train occasionally now with them with pads and gloves.
Everyone needs to be able to take care of themselves, and if it comes to it, others. An essential part of that is recognising the right side to be on…
As a sidenote, it’s both predictable and sickening to see world leaders who only the past week were talking Israel down, now congratulating Israel on the elimination of Sinwar, trying to catch some limelight for themselves.
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yes, this great and amazing and troubling yin-yang that is our experience of life.
your point about simply turning our back on evil as a cure for evil is valid. and like the yin-yang nature, when to not fight is also a problem. both require wisdom.
people who automatically eschew fighting haven't read the baghavid gita, when arjuna balks at fighting because it was immoral for him to kill his family. and what did Krishna say to him? 'be the man, the leader you are. your family has fallen into evil ways and doing nothing is to perpetuate their evil.' (my paraphrase.)
we are alive in interesting times. the challenge is to discover in our selves the courage to be wise enough to know that the harder path is likely the one closer to truth, whereas the 'easy' path is almost undoubtedly comprised of a lazy moralism that is blinded by ideology and the denial of reality.
all the best with what is changing. everything changes. with peace, respect, love and exuberant joy.
Oct 18·edited Oct 18Liked by Karen Hunt aka KH Mezek
da nada.
once i woke up in 2021 that we were in a world wide global fight for humanity — not just the battles like ukraine-russia and in israel-hamas even though they are not unimportant — i thanked whatever it is that energises life to have me with arjuna! can you imagine how ... what?... horrible it would be if we were so asleep that we couldn't see or smell the evil that has filled our skies, water, air and minds?
Colonel Kemp gits it right! (i truly enjoyed his interview an' stance supportin' Israel--it's HOW he fields the tough questions about casualties & 2 state solution an' other talkin' points that makes him shine above others I've heard!) -- here ya go!
I think the book of Daniel makes it abundantly clear spiritual battle is taking place, cf Daniel 10.13. We do well when we remember Hashem is the One who who ultimately provides victory, cf King David. Our part is to trust Him, not ourselves.
Thank you for this courageous essay. 👏👏👏👏
You're welcome.
I love this, Karen! Like you, I was in an abusive marriage, and like you, I broke free. One of the ways I realized how much people in power lie to us is because they use the same type of language my ex did.
I didn't go into martial arts, but I got a MA in Psychology, with helped me understand why my ex behaved the way he did, and why I fell under his spell. We can apply the same understanding to government and to other leaders who do not have our best interests at heart.
Thank you so much for getting to the heart of the Israeli/Muslim matter, I always look forward to your clear thinking and insights. Evil always flourishes when people do nothing to stop it.
When Christianity went out of control during the middle ages, the Reformation happened in order to bring the faith back to a religion and not a government. I don't see very many people calling for Islam to do the same. But they should.
So true what you. I've talked to a number of women who were abusive relationships who said the same thing. They understood the language used by government officials, they aren't fooled.
And as you said about the Reformation, something always happens to restore the balance.
Congratualtions on your strength.
God bless.
Thank you for being you ❤️
Merci.
The land is Israel’s from long ago🙏🏻♥️🇮🇱
When the sun set and it became dark, behold, there was a smoking oven and a fiery torch that passed between these pieces. On that day ADONAI cut a covenant with Abram, saying, “I give this land to your seed, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the Euphrates River: the Kenite, the Kenizzites, the Kadmonites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Raphaites, the Amorites, the Canaanites, the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.” - Genesis 15:17-21 TLV The whole chapter ♥️
Amen. I don’t know if you are aware of my dad’s sermons. He spoke often on the topic of Israel. https://youtu.be/F_QGVT1zwIE?si=1p6pxbHcaIxQ23rv
Excellent essay!! Thank you for sharing your wisdom!
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Evil needs no encouragement Karen. It just is.
I got both of my Daughters into Krav Maga early. They didn’t enjoy nor stick at it but learned enough to take care of themselves. I train occasionally now with them with pads and gloves.
Everyone needs to be able to take care of themselves, and if it comes to it, others. An essential part of that is recognising the right side to be on…
I'm a firm beleiver that every child should learn some type of fighting art in schools. It should be required.
Girls, say it, GIRLS! ♥️
As a sidenote, it’s both predictable and sickening to see world leaders who only the past week were talking Israel down, now congratulating Israel on the elimination of Sinwar, trying to catch some limelight for themselves.
They know no shame.
Thank you!
You're welcome.
Break Free Media Unlimited! 🥂🐸
Nice!
Thank you for speaking to me on my drive home. I enjoyed your essay.
I’m glad!
yes, this great and amazing and troubling yin-yang that is our experience of life.
your point about simply turning our back on evil as a cure for evil is valid. and like the yin-yang nature, when to not fight is also a problem. both require wisdom.
people who automatically eschew fighting haven't read the baghavid gita, when arjuna balks at fighting because it was immoral for him to kill his family. and what did Krishna say to him? 'be the man, the leader you are. your family has fallen into evil ways and doing nothing is to perpetuate their evil.' (my paraphrase.)
we are alive in interesting times. the challenge is to discover in our selves the courage to be wise enough to know that the harder path is likely the one closer to truth, whereas the 'easy' path is almost undoubtedly comprised of a lazy moralism that is blinded by ideology and the denial of reality.
all the best with what is changing. everything changes. with peace, respect, love and exuberant joy.
You are right that there are also times not to fight. It does require wisdom. Not everyone is a warrior in the same way, either. Thanks.
da nada.
once i woke up in 2021 that we were in a world wide global fight for humanity — not just the battles like ukraine-russia and in israel-hamas even though they are not unimportant — i thanked whatever it is that energises life to have me with arjuna! can you imagine how ... what?... horrible it would be if we were so asleep that we couldn't see or smell the evil that has filled our skies, water, air and minds?
amazing times! the great apocalypse for sure.
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This is a brilliant article, thank you!! "We fight evil because it's the right thing to do"!
Colonel Kemp gits it right! (i truly enjoyed his interview an' stance supportin' Israel--it's HOW he fields the tough questions about casualties & 2 state solution an' other talkin' points that makes him shine above others I've heard!) -- here ya go!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2boUhUINaY
(I think it fits snugly here just cozy)
I think the book of Daniel makes it abundantly clear spiritual battle is taking place, cf Daniel 10.13. We do well when we remember Hashem is the One who who ultimately provides victory, cf King David. Our part is to trust Him, not ourselves.
Excellent post.
I am learning something much from your articles, great job and God bless, you, Karen.
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