Kissing The Face Of God Print? The 48 Correct Answer

Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth: for your love is better than wine. Song of Solomon 1:2 (KJV)

Adoration means kissing. As we worship the Lord, kissing his face and letting him kiss ours is how we experience the love of God. God is love, but he has many ways of expressing his love for and for us. Kiss means to touch in a figurative sense. The way He cares for us and touches us, helps us, heals us, holds us, cares for us – it’s all an expression of who He is – love.

When we worship Jesus, we will feel the kiss of his presence. His presence is a way he kisses us to show that his love is always with us. It’s an everlasting love.

God is a spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and in truth. John 4:24 (KJV)

Remember, worship is kissing, so we are to kiss Him in spirit and in truth.

Deep calls too deep at the rustling of your waterspouts: All your waves and waves have passed over me. But the Lord will command His loving kindness by day, and by night His song will be with me and my prayer to the God of my life. Psalm 42:7-8 (KJV)

Deep (God’s Spirit) is calling for Deep (Human’s Spirit). It is a call to worship – even in difficult times. He gives us a song to worship him. It enables us to worship Him by day when we experience His love and by night in the dark times. And at all times God’s song, the song of the Lord, is being sung over us. And then we sing his song back to him. The song keeps us through the night and then we add prayer to the mix. We mix our praise with prayer. This becomes a weapon against our enemies. So we have a song to lift us up and a prayer to break through! Because of our love poured out upon Him in worship, He breaks into our lives to save us. The kiss of God lets us know that we are protected and in His care.

As our first Scripture says, we shall find that no wine, no substance, can ever compare to the love of God. His love is better than wine. Wine lures and ensnares, but its love frees.

God is our safety and salvation and He is the one who satisfies. As we worship him, God kisses our life with his goodness and we kiss his face with our sincere worship. And we taste and see and experience that God is good and God is love. As we worship, its many wonderful qualities are released and we learn more and more of God. And he enjoys our worship and relationship and we are kissed by God’s mouth.

THE HISTORY AND MYSTERY OF THE KISS

by Robert Thibodeau Copyright July 1995

“It’s been too long since anyone whispered, ouu… shut up and kiss me.”

– Mary Chapin Zimmerman

We’ve all heard the expressions; “The sweet kiss of success”, “Kiss and make up”, “Kiss and tell”, as well as the “kiss off” expression, “kiss my a_ _”. From kissing the king’s ring to kissing the floor upon arrival on a plane; from the first kiss of spring’s new lovers to the kiss given to a newborn; from a kiss to greet a friend to a “kiss to death” – there’s a lot of kissing! Why is? The kiss is a powerful passage and a medium of communication to share emotions. It is the threshold of unseen possibilities and transforms matter (our body) into spirit. The poet Rilke says: “Don’t all lovers want that, to become invisible?” In the kiss, two worlds come together to transform each other. Many poets and saints live their entire lives in ecstatic celebration of a kiss with the divine, the beloved. A single kiss can change your whole life forever. It can inspire and wake you up, or it can make you wish you were never alive. Is there magic in a kiss? Do dreams come true? Or do you kill the dream by making it just a physical-materialistic phenomenon. Is it mere child’s play and poetic fantasy to romanticize the ghost’s kiss, the kiss of the lover-to-be? Reality can shatter the notion that a charming prince will come along and kiss the sleeping princess to induce a happily ever-after waking state!? Nowadays we have gotten all too good at turning the prince or princess into a frog or a love monster. How can we get the magic, the kiss, the joy and passion for life back into our arms and hearts and turn the frog into romance and passion? Whether it’s Cleopatra, Marilyn Monroe, Madonna, Bill Clinton or Pierce Brosnan, the pursed lips have the power to change the course of life.

“Excuse me, I’m kissing the sky!” – Jimi Hendrix from “Purple Haze”

Many artists, saints, holy men and women testify over time that they have been touched or kissed by love, the Spirit, or some divine energy or angelic power. A kiss can trigger jubilant perceptions that reveal a greater purpose in life. A kiss can be a heavenly messenger of change. In the 16th century, the Rosicrucian Christian Rosencreutz (a spiritual being said to have been overshadowed by Buddha, Mani, Zoroaster and the Christ) is said to bestow a “kiss” or touch from the unseen spiritual world to awaken the soul to destiny . It has been said that this often triggered a near-death experience (or a devastating loss in one’s life), followed by a full examination of one’s life and a sense of being “born again” (as the Celts, Buddhists and Christians refer to it). to). It would certainly shake me to be kissed by invisible beings, but that was a common metaphysical belief, akin to the “kiss of happiness”. That kiss evoked a strong sense of renewal evoked by a higher power, a spiritual divine intervention (sort of a “god made me do it vs. the devil made me do it” kind of thing). The story goes that biblical heroes like Moses, Aaron and Jacob left this world for a better one because of a kiss from God. Many ancients felt that the “kiss” meant a death to the past, a renewal of self, and rebirth in a higher world. Today we are touched by terms like the new age, the Celestine Prophecy, the Mutant Message or even a song on the radio. Maybe it’s just a syncretic moment that inspires us just as the sun breaks through the clouds and spills onto our faces. For many of us, kissing our pillow looks good after a good day at work; but many of us are still looking for higher dreams of romance and future. We are captivated by a higher vision and hope that our hearts will be renewed. The soap opera dream of a magical kiss and romance fills our world with the sweet promise of a Hollywood night at the movies. Are we the true mystics, troubadours, and holy overseers of the world, whose cup of love overflows upon all life? Do we see and feel something so beautiful that we may never recover…until we achieve what we seek – total bliss and joy in the song of life and creativity singing from every heart, bird and tree? Until all the hills by William Blake echo the songs of heaven? Or have we romantics gone insane with Elvis’ shaky legs?

“…that glory may dwell in our land. Mercy and truth meet; justice and peace have kissed. Truth will sprout from the earth, and justice will look down from heaven.” -Psalms, 85:10.

Kissing is mysteriously absent from the history books. There is not much differentiation. Early Christians recognized one another with a kiss, the “kiss of Christ.” Originally, Saint Paul asked Christians to “greet one another with a holy kiss.” Eventually this came to be carried away over devotees in what bordered on Dionysian orgiastic gatherings that rivaled the grand pagan celebrations. This had to stop, of course, and the Church Fathers under Tertullian were quick to dampen that spirit with injunctions against kissing on fasts and special feast days. “Those who fast withhold the kiss of peace…on the day of Good Friday…we renounce the kiss.” -Tertullian. Over time, it became easier and more fashionable to kiss rosaries, statues, altars, holy cards, and the bishop’s hand—not as much fun, but considered safer. Even that had its excesses. The lips and beard of a massive bronze statue of the god Heracles (Greek) in Agrigento were almost completely obliterated by the kisses of his passionate followers. St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome housed a bronze statue of the saint who, since the fifth century, has been kissed so many times that most of the right foot has disappeared with the worshipers’ lips. Seems like people want to kiss! These days people get hysterical kissing or even touching their favorite movie or rock stars – even their pictures! From Elvis to Pearl Jam, Led Zepplin to Mad Madonna, Magic Johnson to Mick Jagger, Tom Hanks to David Letterman, from Beastie Boys to Cheryl Crow; Kissing a celebrity or “god” means never washing your mouth again, touching the higher worlds, and entering the realms of divine fame. Some just rub gems and crystals, holy images, or even the bat before entering the batter’s box. Others keep their kisses a secret for just the right wrong person who will make sure all your “stuff” and unresolved issues show up. Still others kiss the one who keeps all the unresolved problems in Pandora’s box. The kiss has the power to wake up or kill, and like the true spiritual experience, you can’t remember what really happened until you’re back there, and when you’re back there you don’t really know what’s going to happen next will.” The heartfelt kiss seems to express our highest dreams and longings. A kiss can be an initiation process. It can be a shared act of freedom, a co-creative push into the future right in front of you, where you are co-pilot with fate and destiny. A kiss can put your life on the line. It is the act of giving and receiving. A real kiss cannot be faked, it is the ultimate in vulnerability. I think if we figured it out fully we’d stop, after all, how often do you have to go to Disneyland?! Bob Seger might be right: “It’s a mystery how the heart beats…”.

“Just a kiss from your lips, just a wish… hold me tight.” – the elementals waking up to each other.

The kiss is a touch of the lips, a sign of affection or love, a greeting, an obeisance; it’s a universal sign of “being connected.” But it’s more. In billiards, it is the impact between two moving balls. In a baseball game, the pitcher has been known to spit on the ball and rub it hard, the batter kisses the bat, makes the sign of the cross, and goes to the batter’s box to attempt to hole the ball in the outfield, circumnavigate the diamond or the square, and come home to happily hug and sometimes kiss teammates. Often in the heat of fame and “scoring goals” you can see football players, soccer players or hockey players jumping and kissing each other (no wonder they get into so many fights!). In New Age parlance, it is the impact of two auric eggs touching. In the 1960s, “Balling” (bodily and auric penetration) was a term for “making love”. “Kissing the holy book” was a term historically associated with taking an oath. Kissing a Bible or holy book should seal a promise, vow or commitment. On the other hand, “kissing the dust” referred to submitting to a higher authority or even being killed or killed. “Kissing the rod” meant accepting punishment or chastisement for one’s misdeeds. To this day, a mother will “kiss where it hurts” or kiss a child’s injured area to “make it better.” Kissing can get complicated, especially when it comes to “kiss and say.”

“Kiss, kiss; Bang, Bang” – Stuart Franke, Where the River Meets the Bay.

Throughout history, people of all faiths have kissed statues of heroes and saints, relics, and even tombstones of the saint for blessing and healing. The “praying” pictograph of the pre-Sargonic Sumerians (ca. 3500 BC), according to the scholar Langdon, was a man “blowing a kiss” at the god. Many ancient world religions used this gesture of blowing a kiss to the gods or heavenly protectors. When we wave and blow a kiss to departing friends, we are repeating the actions of those ancient worshipers blowing kisses to pagan deities. Burton reports that the early Muslim greeted the Kaaba and the stone with a kiss. Roman subjects paid homage to the emperor by kissing his robe. Even today, Buddhists will prostrate and kiss the ground before the High Lama or spiritual teacher, in reference to the Buddha-nature within. The Catholic kisses the bishop’s ring, or if he becomes a priest, he prostrates and kisses the ground before the bishop is authorized to perform the initiation. Mary Magdalene kissed Jesus’ feet. Jesus kissed the disciples’ feet as a gesture of humility and service. People still kiss the Pope’s feet or even the ground in front of him today. The knights of old England kissed, but most modern athletes like tennis players, boxers, etc. are more inclined to shake hands; or in some sports, slapping hands with the opposing team; although they will kiss the trophy or winner’s cup etc. The power of the kiss is to ignite the inner fire and feelings that one touches and is touched by the outside world. Every kiss is unique, invented spontaneously on site; Still, like pressed flowers in an old book, pursing the lips can leave an indelible mark on our soul. Kissing is a way of sharing with others.

“A kiss is the shortest distance between two.” -Henry Youngman

Today the kiss is seen less as a prelude to mating and more as a sign of appreciation, respect, attachment and appreciation. However, it is something that is communicated on a non-verbal level and still holds us in its magic. It can fully embrace the mind and feelings, allowing time and space to implode with emotions and explode with dreams of infinite possibility. A kiss should be felt and given. Consciousness receives a kiss. It awakens inner forces that can flood you with feelings and meaning. The kiss is a bridge between the inner and outer world, a splash of heart waves on the body’s shore. Blending the fire in the lips and breath means blending our souls with the divine. The origin of kissing under the mistletoe growing on the druids old oak was to end and begin a new year. Kissing around the maypole of spring should evoke new beginnings and prosperous times of growth. A kiss can awaken love or be the kiss of the traitor Judas. History teaches us that a kiss can be magical or tragic. For most of us it is deeply personal and reveals the true nature of our hearts and feelings. The kiss can take us to an unknown frontier on the edge of ourselves and challenge us to move on to something bigger than ourselves – the world.

“Lips only sing when they can’t kiss.” – James Thomson

An early form of the kiss was the nose kiss, the sniff kiss. It started around 2000 BC. in India and traveled east to China and then west to Europe. The ancient Celts had no word for “kiss”. The Romans referred to three types of kisses; friendship, affection and passion. The chaste Artemis awakened the sleeping Endymion with the light touch of a butterfly kiss (later it is Sleeping Beauty). Goethe’s Faust awakened Margaret’s passion with a kiss. Kissing on the lips seems to have been started by the early Christians and then the Romans, but it was the troubadours and their courts of love and chivalry in the ninth through twelfth centuries that popularized the “kiss” and took it to lofty heights Splendor and morals ennobled . For the troubadours, once you kissed someone, you were bound for life and perhaps beyond, to protect and cherish, honor and defend, from that time to all eternity. Kissing and falling in love meant swearing to each other to stay connected in every way possible until each reached total enlightenment and the eternal portals of heaven. Once connected with the “Holy Kiss”, neither hell nor high water could separate souls from their lofty goal of peace and happiness for all living beings on earth. For the troubadour, the compassionate gaze, magical touch, and spiritual kiss were synonymous with Mahayana Buddhism’s vow to unite with all who are enlightened and all who seek freedom from suffering. It was the eternal bond of friendship and joy.

“Night. Oh you dissolved in depths,

face against my own.

– Rilke, On love and other difficulties

Why do bugs, insects and small creatures put themselves in small holes? To get as much of her body in contact as possible? And what about the caterpillar whose lips spin a cocoon waiting for spring’s kiss to spread its butterfly wings against the sun’s warm kiss? The descending energy of the plants and trees, deeply rooted in the ground while the other end soars upward and skyward to flowers and fruit, is more than a mere metaphor for the downward thrust of warmth, blood, and passionate embrace in the Harmony with the ever striving and rising heights of the soul in ecstasy and heavenly love. Why do people lie down between the covers at night to sleep? Or in tight or tight-fitting clothing? Even protozoa are attracted to touch (tactics, tactical bodies of lower creatures, or even humans in the full embrace and throbbing of love) to produce offspring. A gentle touch can excite the brain, but the rapture of a kiss, energizing the highly specialized erogenous touch zone of the lips, transcends the “ecstatically glowing” magic words and “burning sweetness” of the greatest poet. Touch is the mother of the senses; and sex and love, death and rebirth, are more intertwined than meets the eye – it meets at the lips, the doorway to the underworld of the lost and found, death and rebirth and even spiritual initiation. Where one ends and the other begins is just part of love’s mysterious kiss. Closing your eyes in the wisp of a love kiss is to dissolve and merge with a greater reality than the limited self. Like the Nile once a year in spring, one can swell and get carried away in feelings, rise and overflow, fertilizing and fertilizing the surrounding fields; or being drunk with Bacchus, where “Love is the drug I think of”. The kiss can open Pandora’s box (or even Forrest Gump’s box of chocolates!) The kiss can be the door to life’s greater or lesser mysteries, you can lose your head… you can find the world… you could again lose your head Without love or pure motivation, the kiss can be dangerous. It can definitely get you through change, ask anyone!

“The wine we really drink is our own blood.

Our bodies ferment in these barrels.

We’ll do anything for a glass of it.

We give our thoughts for a sip.” – Rumi, from Unseen Rain

So what is this mystery of the mind’s eye that breathes on the waters of blood? The light that shines in the dark? The bread on the water? What is the secret of the blush of the cheeks and the rose? Why are the lips rosy ruby ​​red? Isn’t the blood closest to the skin here? The kiss is metaphysical, neither science nor history fully understands it. It remains a mystery to the uninitiated, the unloved. And as the ancient Fire Philosophers, Theosophists, and Rosicrucians knew; the reincarnated EGO (the eternal pilgrim soul in search of enlightenment) or the true “Self” is revealed through the warmth of the blood (sense consciousness); to, over time, awaken the heart of enlightenment in truth and love/compassion. Somehow head and heart can come together on the lips. Is there a real fire here that transcends gunpowder? Or is this just a romantic’s dream? Massage therapists and Chinese acupuncturists point out that the conceptual vessel or acupuncture meridian rises from the root survival/sex chakras (psychic centers) to just below the lips, while the governing vessel or meridian rises backwards and downwards from the root, to go over the head to just over the lips. The lips are where heaven and earth meet past and future.

“The soul meets the soul on the lover’s lips.” -Peel

Is that the secret of the kiss, that two souls meet? in the kiss; Light, breath and warmth meet. The light of awareness and the warmth of friendship mingle with the breath in the spirit. The highly individualized light of consciousness in the head goes down with the breath to meet in the chamber bed and grail of the heart. This is metaphysics, trying to understand how the inner meets the outer, how processes and potentials awaken within ourselves. The warmth latent in the blood (the vehicle for our common humanity and all previous lives, the “I AM”, the totality of all my experiences) rises to the calyx of the heart and then to the lips. In the kiss lies the possible metamorphosis of the past and the sweet promise of the future. Everyone meets here. And you thought it was a meaningless peck on the cheek!? The body and the blood, the bread and the wine, the past and the future kiss in the “cosmic Christ”, the possibility of spiritual awakening, wholeness and holiness. Perhaps this is what caused Christ in the Christian tradition to say, “Where two or more of you come together, I will be there.” Or, “This is my body, this is my blood.” All religions have their holy kiss or meet. My goodness, we can hardly settle the recent strike, let alone bring peace to the Middle East, Russia, Yugoslavia or Tibet. Perhaps we should kiss at halftime and all time-outs in all sporting events, arguments and conflicts. The sacredness and power of the kiss is a mystery that few fully realize and yet understand; although many are currently in intensive research. It is something that cannot be forced or faked, it is both given and received, and something that can hardly be explained in daylight. Maybe one day the kiss will become our new fiery weapon for peace, prosperity and friendship. Until then, I leave you with a ‘kiss of peace’ and this last kiss of a thought from Rumi… (You thought I was going to say “shut up and kiss me”, didn’t you?)

“A horse out of nowhere

brought us here to taste love

until we are no more. that taste

is the wine we always mention.” -Rumi

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Psalm 2 “Why do the Gentiles rage” Beginning of Psalm 2, represented in a miniature from the Musée Condé.s giving thanks to God who appears in a halo. Other name “Quare fremuerunt gentes” Text by David Language Hebrew (original)

Psalm 2 is the second Psalm of the Book of Psalms and begins in English in the King James Version: “Why do the Gentiles rage.” In Latin it is known as “Quare fremuerunt gentes”.[1] Psalm 2 does not identify its author with a title, but Acts 4:24-26 in the New Testament attributes it to David.[2] According to the Talmud, Psalm 2 is a continuation of Psalm 1.

The psalm is an integral part of Jewish, Catholic, Lutheran, Anglican, and other Protestant liturgies. It has often been set to music; George Frideric Handel set nine verses to music in Part II of his Messiah.

Background and themes[edit]

According to the Talmud (Berakhot 10b), Psalm 2 is a continuation of Psalm 1.[3] The 10th-century Rabbi Saadia Gaon, in his commentary on the Psalms, notes that Psalm 1 begins with the word “Happy” and the last verse of Psalm 2 ends with the word “Happy,” tying them thematically ]

According to the Talmud and commentators such as Saadia Gaon, Abraham ibn Ezra, and the Karaite Yefet ben Ali, this psalm is messianic, referring to the coming of the Jewish Messiah, preceded by the wars of Gog and Magog.[4] In this sense, the “king” of Psalm 2 is not interpreted as David, but as the future King Messiah of the line of David who will restore Israel to its former glory and bring world peace. The Talmud teaches (Sukkah 52a):

Our rabbis taught: The Holy One, glorified be He, will say to the Messiah, the son of David (May he reveal himself swiftly in our days!): “Ask something of me and I will give it to you”, as it says: ” I will tell about the decision… today I fathered you. Ask of me, and I will give the nations for your inheritance” (Psalm 2:7-8).[5]

Similarly, the Midrash Tehillim teaches:

R. Jonathan said: “Three persons were asked to ‘Ask’ – Solomon, Ahaz and the King Messiah. Solomon: ‘Ask what I will give you’ (1 Kings 3:5). (Isaiah 7:11). The King Messiah: ‘Ask me,’ etc. (Psalm 2:8).”[6][7]

However, Rashi and Radak identify the subject of this psalm as David, after his victory over the Philistines.[4] Arenda suggests that Rashi’s view was influenced by that of early Christian commentators, who interpreted verse 7 as referring to Christ.[4]

Christian writers such as Hermann Gunkel[8] and Hans Joachin Kras[9] see the psalm as a song by the Judean king himself on the occasion of his accession to the throne, while Hossfeld sees the psalm as merely influenced by Egyptian and Hellenistic royal ideology.[10]

Most Christian scholars interpret the theme of the psalm as Jesus Christ and his role as Messiah. Matthew Henry interprets verses 1-6 as threats against Christ’s kingdom, verses 7-9 as a promise to Christ to be the head of that kingdom, and verses 10-12 as counsel for all to serve Christ.[11 ] Charles Spurgeon and Adam Clarke similarly interpret the psalm as referring to opposition to the lordship of Christ, God’s selection of Christ as his “own son”, and Christ’s eventual victory and lordship over his enemies.

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Hebrew Bible Version [ edit ]

The Hebrew text of Psalm 2 follows:

Verse Hebrew 1 לָמָּה יֶהְגּוּ־רִֽיק יִֽתְ 2 מַלְכֵי־אֶ֗רֶץ מַלְכֵי־אֶ֗רֶץ עַל־יְ֜הֹוָה וְעַל־מְשִׁיחֽוֹ 3 נְֽנַתְּקָה וְנַשְׁלִ֖יכָה עֲבֹתֵֽימוֹ עֲבֹתֵֽימוֹ 4 יוֹשֵׁ֣ב יוֹשֵׁ֣ב יִלְעַג־לָֽמוֹ אָ֚ז יְדַבֵּ֣ר אֵלֵ֣ימוֹ יְבַֽהֲלֵֽמוֹ וּבַ֖חֲרוֹנ֥וֹ 6 וַֽאֲנִֽי נָסַ֣כְתִּי מַלְכִּ֑י הַר־קָדְשִֽׁי 7 אֲסַפְּרָ֗ה חֹ֥ק חֹ֥ק וְתֹ֬אבְדוּ דֶ֗רֶךְ כִּמְעַ֣ט כִּמְעַ֣ט אַפּ֑וֹ אַ֜שְׁרֵ֗י בֽוֹ

King James version[edit]

Why do the heathen rage and the people dream of vanity? The kings of the earth stand up, and the princes take counsel together against the Lord and his anointed, saying: Let us break their chains and cast off their ropes! Those who sit in heaven will laugh; the Lord will mock them. Then he will speak to them in his anger and anger them in his bitter displeasure. Yet I have set my king on my holy mountain Zion. I will announce the decision: The Lord said to me: You are my son; Today I fathered you. Ask of me, and I will give you the nations as your inheritance and the ends of the earth as your possession. You shall break them with a rod of iron; you will smash them like a pottery vessel. Be wise then, O kings; be instructed, you judges of the earth. Serve the Lord with fear and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the son lest he get angry and you perish on the way if his anger is a little kindled. Blessed are all who put their trust in him.

Used[ edit ]

Judaism [edit]

Verse 1 is recited during Selichot.[14]

This psalm is also recited to relieve headaches and when caught in a sea storm.[15]

New Testament[edit]

Some verses from Psalm 2 are mentioned in the New Testament:

Catholic Church[edit]

According to the Rule of St. Benedict (AD 530), Psalms 1 to 20 were mainly reserved for the office of Primice. This psalm was given by St. Benedict of Nursia selected for the priesthood on Monday: In the Rule of St. Benedict of 530 it was recited or sung between Psalm 1 and Psalm 6.[17]

At the Liturgy of the Hours, Psalm 2 is sung or recited in the reading of Sunday of the first week,[18] together with Psalm 1 and Psalm 3. Every Tuesday, the faithful of Opus Dei, after invoking their Guardian Angel and kissing the Rosary, recite Psalm 2 in Latin.[19]

Book of Common Prayer[ edit ]

In the Church of England Book of Common Prayer, Psalm 2 is read on the morning of the first day of the month.[20]

Musical settings [ edit ]

In 1567, Thomas Tallis set Psalm 2, “Why fum’th in sight,” to music for his Nine Tunes for Archbishop Parker’s Psalter.

Psalm 2 is one of the psalms used in Handel’s Messiah (HWV 56). He set the King James Version of verses 1–4 and 9 in four movements in Part II, beginning with movement 40.[21]

In France, Pierre Robert composed a large motet “Quare fremuerunt gentes” for the Chapelle Royale in the Louvre. Around 1675 Marc-Antoine Charpentier set to music a “Quare fremuerunt gentes” H.168 – H.168 a, for soloists, double choir, strings and continuo, another, for 3 voices, 2 treble instruments and continuo H.184, around 1682 Michel- Richard de Lalande wrote his great motet (S70) on this psalm in 1706. Jean-Baptiste Lully did the same.

Verse 8 of Psalm 2 is used in the Reuben Morgan song You Said.

Verses 1–4 form one of the texts used by Leonard Bernstein for his Chichester Psalms. It is used as a counterpart to Psalm 23 in the second movement, sung by the tenors and basses.

References in Second Temple Jewish Literature

Dead Sea Scrolls[ edit ]

4Q174: This text, also called 4QFlorilegium, is an explanation (pesher) to several messianic texts. It reads: “‘Why do the nations conspire and the peoples conspire in vain? The kings of the earth stand up, and the princes take counsel together against the LORD and against his anointed” [Psalm 2:1]. The meaning is that in the last days the nations will rise up against the elect of Israel and conspire in vain.”[22]

) to several messianic texts. It reads: “‘Why do the nations conspire and the peoples conspire in vain? The kings of the earth stand up, and the princes take counsel together against the LORD and against his anointed” [Psalm 2:1]. The meaning is that in the last days the nations will rise up against the elect of Israel and conspire in vain.” 1QSA: This reference is debated and says either “If God [יולד] begot the Messiah among them” or “If God has causes the Messiah to come among them [יולך].” The former is probably a reference to Psalm 2:7.[23]

1 Enoch[ edit ]

There is a clear reference to Psalm 2 in 1 Enoch found in 1En. 48:8-10. This text states that “the faces of the kings of the earth shall be downcast” who “have denied the Lord of Spirits and His Anointed.”[24] The phrase “kings of the earth” and “Lord… and his anointed” point back to Psalm 2:2.[23]

Psalms of Solomon[edit]

Psalm Solomon 17 contains a number of common themes and likely allusions to Psalm 2, including a clear reference to Psalm 2:9 found in Ps. Sol. 17:23-24.[25] These verses read: “To crush the arrogance of sinners like a pottery vessel, to shatter their whole substance with a rod of iron.”[26] Also the phrase “the peoples of the nations who shall be subject under his yoke” can be used look back to Psalm 2:2.[25]

controversy[edit]

English-speaking Protestant Christians usually (but not always) translate verse 12 as “Kiss the son,” as in the King James Version.[27] The most common Jewish interpretation is “embracing purity”, an interpretation close to that of the Catholics, who traditionally follow the Vulgate, translating the phrase as “embracing discipline”. To translate as “kiss the son”, the word “bar” must be translated as Aramaic (“son”, but in Hebrew “son” is “ben”) and not as Hebrew (“purity”) or Septuagint and Vulgate “discipline” be read”, “education”, “apprenticeship”. The New American Bible reconciles by combining verses 11 and 12 of other translations into a single verse 11.[28] Some Jewish authors have accused Protestant Christians of arbitrarily interpreting the word in another language to give the text a meaning more favorable to Christians (“son”, understood as Jesus). However, Protestants cite other passages in the Bible with isolated Aramaic words found in Hebrew, such as the same word “bar” found in Proverbs 31:2.[29][30][31]

See also[edit]

2 of a person’s skin: having an attractive color from being in the sun, sun-kissed skin/faces, a sun-kissed glow

If there’s someone in your life who cups your face while kissing you, you might be wondering what that means. While there’s no way to be sure without asking her, there are a few things you can read about your partner’s feelings for you. Check out this list to see what your date might be saying to you when they kiss you while holding your face (don’t worry — it’s probably a good thing!).

What is facial cupping? Share on Pinterest Cupping is an alternative therapy that uses suction cups to stimulate the skin and muscles. It can be done on your face or body. Suction promotes increased blood flow, which can help relieve muscle tension, promote cell repair, and aid in other recovery. It is also said to improve the flow of your “qi” (pronounced “chee”). Qi is a Chinese word meaning life force. Although the practice has deep roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine, some researchers say the earliest pictorial records come from ancient Egypt.

Is cupping on the face the same as cupping on the body? Yes and no. Although based on the same restorative principle, face and body cupping are performed differently. Face shells are typically smaller and softer. They are used to gently pull skin away from deeper layers of fascia. This increases blood flow to the area and rejuvenates the skin without leaving cup stains. “Over time, this practice improves complexion and diminishes fine lines and wrinkles,” says Ananda Emily Reese, LAc, of Reese Acupuncture. Body cupping, on the other hand, is primarily used for pain relief. Goblet marks are almost always left, but they serve a diagnostic purpose; The size, shape, and color are meant to reflect the amount of “stagnation,” or cellular debris accumulation. These marks fade as your lymphatic system processes the waste.

How does it work? The suction draws blood to the skin area under the cup. This saturates the surrounding tissue with fresh blood and promotes the formation of new blood vessels. Cupping also promotes sterile inflammation. Sterile inflammation is a form of pathogen-free trauma. With cupping, it is caused by mechanical trauma. The vacuum-like suction separates different layers of tissue, causing microtraumas and tears. This triggers an inflammatory response and floods the area with white blood cells, platelets, and other healing agents.

What are the advantages? Cupping on the face has been shown to: Increase oxygenated blood flow

strengthen skin and connective tissue

Stimulate cells responsible for collagen production

Relieve muscle tension For this reason, the practice should: lighten the skin

Minimize the appearance of scars, fine lines and wrinkles

Tone chin, jaw line, neck and cleavage

reduce swelling

regulate oil production

Improving nutrient delivery and product absorption

Will it leave bruises? Cupping on the face should not leave bruises. However, bruising can occur if the cup is left in the same place for too long. Reese says discoloration can occur in as little as five seconds, so make sure you keep the cup moving.

Are there any other side effects or risks? Although facial cupping is generally considered safe, minor side effects are possible. They typically occur during or immediately after treatment. They may appear temporarily: dizziness

drowsiness

nausea

cold sweat In an email interview, Lana Farson, LAc and teacher at the College of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine, advised against using facial cupping on broken or inflamed skin. These include active outbreaks, rashes, and sores.

Can you use face cups at home? There are at-home cupping kits available, but it may be easier to relax under the care of a professional. This can allow for a more even application. Visiting a professional also ensures that proper technique is being followed. If you decide to try cupping at home, ask your practitioner for advice. They can answer all of your questions and possibly recommend a reputable home kit. A word of caution: you may develop unwanted bruising while honing your technique. It may also take longer to get the desired results.

how to start There are a variety of different cupping sets that you can use. Some cups are made of hard plastic, while others are soft and gel-like. Both can be equally effective, so it ultimately comes down to personal preference. You should always follow the instructions on your cupping kit. General guidelines recommend these steps: Wash your face and gently pat dry. Gently massage your face with your hands to release any tension. Although face oils are optional, applying a light layer to your skin can help reduce the risk of bruising when you move the cups. Start by placing a small cup on your chin and around your mouth. Leave the cup in place for a few seconds, then move up to a new area. If necessary, exchange smaller cups for larger cups, e.g. B. when you reach your forehead. Continue until you have successfully cupped all desired areas. If you used facial oil, cleanse your face and pat dry. Otherwise, use a splash of warm water to reopen your pores. Continue with your beauty or skincare routine. Face cupping is designed to increase product absorption, so now is the time to apply it. You may notice slight redness and irritation afterwards. This is normal and should subside within a few hours. C.J., a first-year acupuncture student, prefers to cup at night so that any irritation that occurs is gone by morning. “I shower just before bed,” she says. “Right after the shower I apply a face serum and start cupping. When I need more lubricity I add a facial oil. My cups are only used by me, so I just wash them with soap and water afterwards.” Smaller cups work best on sensitive areas, including under your eyes and eyebrows, along your nose and T-zone, and around your mouth. Larger cups work best on larger areas of skin such as the forehead, cheeks and along the jawline.

How do I find a provider? You can find a facial cupping provider by doing a simple Google search for local acupuncturists who specialize in facial rejuvenation. Acupuncture Today, a leading Traditional Chinese Medicine news agency, offers an online directory of Chinese medicine practitioners in the United States. You can refine your search to look for local practitioners who specialize in cupping or facial acupuncture. Cuppingtherapy.org hosts an international directory of acupuncturists and other practitioners specializing in cupping. As with any treatment, you should schedule a consultation before your first session. Take the time to ask for their credentials, where they trained in facial acupuncture, and how long they have been practicing this particular modality.

What can I expect at my appointment? Your overall experience depends on the practice style of your individual provider. If your provider only offers facial cupping, your session may be as short as 10 minutes. If you combine cupping with other therapies, your session can last 30 minutes or more. Reese combines cupping with acupuncture for optimal results. “If someone just comes to me for facial acupuncture, I do some general balancing points on the hands and feet, facial massage, then cupping, then needling.” She recommends one session per week for the first 10 weeks, then maintenance appointments once a month. After an appointment there are usually no restrictions. You should be able to drive or go about your daily activities.

You have an amazing romance with this cutie. Some sweet dates and smooches later, you’re still not sure how he feels about you. Decoding your husband might seem like a small task, but there are non-verbal clues you can turn to. The way he kisses you says a lot about how he feels about you. Here’s what you can tell from the way he kisses you about how he feels about you.

cheek kiss

If he kisses you on the cheek, it means he thinks you’re cute as hell! If he kisses you on your cheek while holding you in his arms, it just means he really cares about you.

Eskimo kiss

This is a playful kiss when he rubs his nose against yours. If he makes this gesture towards you, it means that he not only likes you but also enjoys your company very much. With the Eskimos it is usually the elders who do it to small children out of affection. Which could also mean that he protects you.

hand kiss

If he kisses the back of your hand, it means he respects you. He’s a chivalrous and charming guy who loves to shower you with attention. Prepare to be blown away by this side of him.

kiss on the forehead

If he kisses you on the forehead, it means he really likes you a lot. It’s not just an attraction, he’s into you for the long haul. Such a guy will care deeply about you and will put your happiness above his.

neck kiss

This is an intimate kiss and usually means he wants to heat things up a bit. This is a sign that he is very attracted to you. If done right, it could also mean that he focuses on satisfying you in bed with some amazing foreplay.

lip kiss

We don’t really have to break this down for you, do we? A kiss on the lip means he’s attracted to you and isn’t afraid to show his feelings. A close mouth kiss that lasts more than 20 seconds means he has deep affection for you.

French kiss

A French kiss is one of the most popular romantic kisses. It involves a lot of tongue movement, which makes it, shall we say, even more intimate than closed-mouth. If he plays tongue hockey, it means his passion is high and he wants to take things to the next level. If you’re an amateur at French kissing, here’s a guide that will leave your man wanting more. Even more.

kiss earlobes

He will kiss you on your earlobes when he wants to turn you on. Maybe he’s looking for more physical closeness. It doesn’t really say much about his feelings, but it definitely means things are about to get hot between the two of you.

When it comes to love, sometimes actions speak louder than words and how a man approaches his woman speaks volumes about a man’s intentions. If you’re wondering if your man is really in love with you or just trying to pass the time, then you need to pay attention to the kisses he’s showering you with. If you are a woman, it is extremely important for you to understand your men and their fascinating way of enchanting your hearts. To help you figure it out for yourself, here’s a guide to the different types of kisses that define a man’s intentions.