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Feel the Passion of the Young

A sign for our times, Dina abducted and raped (See Gen. 34: 1-2) by a monster named Shekhem, a Hivvite When her brothers heard their anger blazed whiter than white "Such a vile act in Israel is just not done" (Gen. 34:7) by those who know right from wrong ... Feel the ardor and the passion of those who are young oft-contested by their elders with beards so long Simon and Levi, young sons of Jacob did not 'sign petitions' or 'form committees' Within a week they slew 3,000 Hivvite males (all the males... for whom they showed no misplaced pity ...supported Shekhem) ******** Down through the ages, this story is told and retold They'd kill all the Jews ~ if not for retaliation swift and bold

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Date: 12/6/2023 5:59:00 PM
Great source, telling it like it is, Gershon. Thanks for sharing the Bible story with us through your poetic talents, my friend. Bill
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Date: 12/3/2023 4:51:00 AM
I appreciate the Biblical references and the history contained within your words. Thanks for sharing your impassioned and powerful words. Have a pleasant day, Sara
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