One Happy Little Boy

malcolm wrote:

    ....  the death of Christ by crucifixion on Good Friday and his resurrection from death on Easter Monday ....

Not sure that agrees with the 'bible' account, Malcolm.

Whilst they contradict each other on many things, 
all four 'gospels' reckon he was crucified on Friday, the eve of the sabbath (Saturday)
and the tomb was found empty on 'the first day of the week' - Sunday.

Matt 27

Mark 15

Luke 23/24

John 19

Pum have always admired your knowledge base. :;smile:

As you SHOULD Goldie. ::  

But that's no fun - I was hoping that Malcolm would argue with me 

It would be nice I agree if people could make more of an effort to reply to new members and take the time to get to know people. After the initial shock of meeting you first time your knowledge base is incredible and you are an incredibly nice man too. 

It may improve Pum. Thanks for posting x

It is a bank holiday weekend too Pum so maybe folk busy with family etc x

There is also a lot of confusion regarding the type of crucifiction used and how long it took to die.

I think as humans we try to fit an idea into our head that makes us feel right or good about  ourselves.

History has always been a distorter of truth, especially with religion the cause of so much unrest. 

We are not designed to be perfect though

Religions have not got a very good track record although , of course, they are all man made so  we can't really blame a 'creator' for what they have perpetrated in the past (and present). I am 99% sure there isn't but if there is a God, I would prefer to join the opposition because He is a sadist. Look at the huge number of people who are killed and maimed by natural disasters. You'd think He would do something wouldn't you?

And babies killed as well.

I explored a lot of religions on my travels and the one that suites me is Hinduism in theory. 

I prefer for us just to try to  be nice to each other but that ain't going to happen.

My family and good friends are the most important to me now but I have met some smashing people on my life's path. I personally believe enriches you.

Ciderman wrote:

There is also a lot of confusion regarding the type of crucifiction   .........

Ain't that the truth !