Andy9o8 2 #1 February 14, 2013 Well, of course it is. And for every crazy moozlim story there's a crazy Bible Belt story. Like this one: http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/02/07/tennessee-man-quits-job-after-666-stamped-on-w-2/?intcmp=obnetwork Quote Tennessee man quits job after '666' stamped on W-2 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A Tennessee maintenance worker says he quit his job because his W-2 tax form was stamped with the number 666. Walter Slonopas told The Tennessean that accepting the number would have condemned his soul to hell. That number is considered the "mark of the beast" in the Bible's Book of Revelation describing the apocalypse. The company that handles payroll for Contech Casting LLC says the number meant Slonopas' form was the 666th one mailed out. The 52-year-old Slonopas says he had trouble with the number before. He was supposed to be assigned No. 668 to use when he clocked in. Because of a mix-up, he was assigned 666. He complained and got a new number. A company spokesman says Contech would send a new W-2 and wants to rehire Slonopas. But Slonopas says "God is worth more than money." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zep 0 #2 February 14, 2013 "God is worth more than money." He's obiously never been to the Vatican Gone fishing Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #3 February 14, 2013 I wish people would read their religious books. Then, it would be really cool if they made an effort to understand them. 1. That comes from Revelations. Revelations was in and out of the bible over the ceturies for good reason. It was part of a large genre of apocalyptic literature that was not considered prophetic or necessarily religious at the time. 2. That particular verse says the WAY to determine the name of the Beast requires wisdom. The method is through use of the number 666. (From memory. Don't get hung up on semantics) 3. Hebrew letters have numeric value. So, names had numeric value. Ceasar's name had the value of 666. He also had a mark that had to be on the forehead or hand of anyone engaged in open commerce just like Revelations describes. 4. Many scholars accept that Revelations was mostly a political piece about the current times. It was written in a virutal code because free speech was a good way to get killed.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OHCHUTE 0 #4 February 14, 2013 Yes, the money they throw into the collection plate is evidence of payment for more drugs. Drugs of course are: wishful thinking for sinners, in that it doesn't matter if you sin, as long a you repent, you'll go to heaven, and even sometimes if you can't repent before you die, some living person in a black robe will repent for you, so long as you're a paying member in good standing. Plan for the future: Keep those payments coming! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
devildog 0 #5 February 14, 2013 Little does this guy realize, there's a manuscript variation that lists the number as 616. Maybe we've been chasing the wrong number down all along You stop breathing for a few minutes and everyone jumps to conclusions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dpreguy 14 #6 February 14, 2013 Yes, 616. Garrison Keilor-Prairie Home Companion had a field day with this one. Seems the telephone area code for Minneapolis is 616 so he narrates an imagined phone call (as only garrison Keilor can) where the devil is calling the phone company saying he never gets any calls because everyone is thinking his area code is 666; and he has been placed on hold with the phone company for over a thousand years and he's tired of listeneing to the elevator music for that long.......etc it is a hoot! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #7 February 14, 2013 ' Is Religion the Opiate of the People?' NOpe, that would be TV.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #8 February 14, 2013 Quote' Is Religion the Opiate of the People?' NOpe, that would be TV. I'd think it would be politics - much like church 1 - beliefs without proof 2 - take your money 3 - corrupt leadership 4 - hides behind a false front of goodness 5 - creates pointless division 6 - used to control the masses but, you can have religion, politics, heated causes on TV. So you are probably correct Edit: I'd also assume that opium would be the opiate of the people too in some cases ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 60 #9 February 14, 2013 Quote I wish people would read their religious books. Then, it would be really cool if they made an effort to understand them. 1. That comes from Revelations. Quote Ironic. The book is called Revelation. lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #10 February 14, 2013 In this instance, religion doesn't sound like an opiate. This sounds like a case of hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia. Similar to the triskaidekaphobia that makes many tall-building owners leave out the 13th floor. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davjohns 1 #11 February 14, 2013 Quote Quote I wish people would read their religious books. Then, it would be really cool if they made an effort to understand them. 1. That comes from Revelations. Quote Ironic. The book is called Revelation. Ha! You are correct and thank you! I'm from the South and I've heard it said wrong so much that I just typed what was in my head.I know it just wouldnt be right to kill all the stupid people that we meet.. But do you think it would be appropriate to just remove all of the warning labels and let nature take its course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 60 #12 February 14, 2013 lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 60 #13 February 14, 2013 The point you're making is all too often true. If you're going to espouse a particular belief, you should know WHY . Ignorance abounds in Christianity, and I assume in all religions, although it's funny how many atheists have misinformation about the religion they are making fun of. lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #14 February 14, 2013 Quote Little does this guy realize, there's a manuscript variation that lists the number as 616. Maybe we've been chasing the wrong number down all along Yes, this is not rocket science. The number 616 is the numerical code for Nero. The 666 is the numerical code for Neron, which is the direct object form of the name in Greek (which is then transliterated and added up in Hebrew)."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #15 February 14, 2013 Quote Quote Little does this guy realize, there's a manuscript variation that lists the number as 616. Maybe we've been chasing the wrong number down all along Yes, this is not rocket science. The number 616 is the numerical code for Nero. The 666 is the numerical code for Neron, which is the direct object form of the name in Greek (which is then transliterated and added up in Hebrew). So what's the numerical code for neuron? And does it transliterate equally from Judean to Samarian? Hey, I'm just trying to stay in the game here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TriGirl 336 #16 February 15, 2013 Quote Ceasar's name had the value of 666. Which Ceasar? (sorry, I've been studying different periods and regions of history!)See the upside, and always wear your parachute! -- Christopher Titus Shut Up & Jump! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #17 February 15, 2013 QuoteQuote Ceasar's name had the value of 666. Which Ceasar? (sorry, I've been studying different periods and regions of history!) Nero, the one who fiddled while Rome burned (and also carried out one of the first persecutions of Christians)."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
