Shuafat and Arad Judahite literate places

Though in the Chalcolithic period humans were still using stone tools, they also began to create high-level ceramics and for the first time, copper tools as well, plus from findings found at the old Arad showed that there might have been a high literacy rate in Judah at the end of the First Temple period

The Chalcolithic period is by some considered a bridge between antiquity and modern human communal existence.

While scholars agree that key biblical texts were written starting in the 7th century BCE, the exact date of the compilation of these books remains in question.

A profusion of literate individuals in Judah may have set the stage for the compilation of biblical works that constitute the basis of Judahite history and theology, such as the early version of the books of Deuteronomy to Second Kings, according to the researchers of the Tel Aviv University who published some new resutls from excavations in the old city of Arad.

As far back as 7,000 years ago there were settlements in Jerusalem.
A dig in the annexed east Jerusalem neighbourhood Shuafat revealed two homes with parts of walls and floors intact, as well as “pottery vessels, flint tools, and a basalt bowl” characteristic of the Chalcolithic era, the Israel Antiquities Authority said at the beginning of this year.

A section of Israel’s separation barrier in east Jerusalem divides the Palestinian Shuafat refugee camp (right) from the Jewish settlement Pisgat Zeev.
© Provided by AFP

Putting the results together we may assume that literacy by certain groups existed at all levels of the administrative, military and priestly systems of Judah and that reading and writing were not limited to a tiny elite.

This handout photo released by the Israel Antiquities Authority on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2016, shows work on uncovering of an ancient settlement in Jerusalem. Israeli archeologists have discovered a 7,000-year-old settlement in northern Jerusalem in what they say is the oldest discovery of its kind in the area. (Israel Antiquities Authority via AP

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Asking the Most High for forgiveness of sins and ignorance

 

 

'O Dear God,
forgive me my sins, and ignorance, and my exceeding the limit and
forgive whatever You know better than I.

O God! Forgive the wrong I have done jokingly or seriously and forgive my accidental and intentional errors, all that is present in me.

O Al lah, Most High Jehovah God,
forgive me for the sins I have done presently and that which I have done in the past, and those that I have done privately and publically, and that which You know better than me.

 You are the One Who puts forward and you are the One Who delays, and verily You are capable over all things.'

 

 

prayer for ... – name

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Malvern CYC Camp 2016

Malvern CYC Camp 2016 Bookings are now be taken

Saturday 13th August to Saturday 20th August 2016, God Willing

Yet another year has passed us by and the camp leaders are busy making plans, God Willing, for camp this year which is to be held as usual at Dyffryn Ardudwy in West Wales (UK)

The Christadelphians have the exclusive use of a site … with flush toilets and warm showers awaiting you! It is aimed specifically at those aged 11-18 years old that regularly attend Sunday School or CYC. 

Their study theme this year is *The man from Nazareth* and will be a focus on the life of Jesus, with study groups split according to ages. They have already had a good number of bookings but there are still spaces left for any interested in joining them this year.

 The booking and consent form can be downloaded from their ecclesial website at www.malvernchristadelphians.org.uk, the password you will need to access the camp page is malvwr14.

The all-inclusive cost (which also includes coach transport to/from camp from either Malvern/Birmingham/Shrewsbury) remains unchanged this year at 105 pounds - full details are on the booking form including details of how to pay online or by cheque. 

They would love to see you if you are able to make it this year, and whilst they can't guarantee the Welsh weather, they can promise you a week of fun and fellowship around God's word with like minded people.


Chris Parry, who sends his love in Christ,can be contacted by e-mail: chrisparryis@hotmail.co.uk
Home phone : 01684 560793

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Handsworth Camp 2016

Handsworth Camp 30th July - 6th August 2016

Come and join enthusiast youngsters on this amazing week in Barmouth, packed with Bible studies, praise, games, and fun. Anyone can book in from 11 years and older. 

The Christadelphians have all sorts of activities planned including the fabulous camp concert at the end of the week. 

Miranda Peel informs that

There are also warm (indoor) showers and toilets - great comforts when camping!

Booking forms and any further information is available from Matt and Zoe Cook zoe@flatratefs.co.uk.

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Freephone 0800 number for Christadelphian Support Network

As calls to 0845 numbers are no longer charged at reduced rates the Christadelphian Support Network have changed to a Freephone 0800 number:  0800 9545 099.

Both the Helpline and Prayerline are accessed on the same number, choose option 1 for Helpline and option 2 for Prayerline.

The old 0845 will still be operational during a prolonged transition, a message advises callers of the free 0800 number and that charges will apply if they stay on the 0845 line.

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