Posts by rustywalker36

So, I sliced my finger with a knife earlier today. It took a solid hour before the bleeding finally quit.
Now it’s starting up again and won't settle down at all. Plus, there's this throbbing pain, and the finger looks sort of a weird reddish-gray color. I don't have any supplies on hand right now, but if this doesn't stop in the next 15 minutes or so, I'm heading out to grab something. Does anyone know what works fastest to get the bleeding to actually stop?

It was Turkish style, and I used a filter. Mostly a filter. But even then, you can't just crank up the coffee ratio without some consequences.
I didn't actually take the criticism to heart; I was just making fun of myself. Thanks for looking out for me, though.
As for actual scientific studies on what coffee does to you? No clue. All I know is that I still get that itch where I just need to bolt to Starbucks and down a couple of shots of something strong.
If you’re thinking about starting to drink coffee, I don't think you need to lose sleep over addiction. My obsession with it went a little overboard. Back then, I was working way too much and barely eating... that whole mess definitely took a toll on my health.
A cup or two is actually pretty good for you. Just don't expect it to keep you wired all day long.

Take it easy, everyone. Between my doctor and my family, I’ve had more than enough confirmation regarding just how idiotic my problem actually is. Some people go for cocaine, others heroin, some marijuana—well, my drug of choice was coffee. Straight black coffee. No milk, no sugar, no nothing. Before this, I honestly didn't believe you could get that hooked on caffeine.
Now, I only have a tiny cup once in a while, maybe once a month. But man, it kills me when I walk past a cafe on my way to work and catch that smell!
I’ve been clean for months now. You guys should be proud of me instead of dragging me down with the criticism. Do you really want me to slide back into my old misery... just because of you?

stormyheron4, you're right. Consuming that much liquid is dangerous, especially when that liquid is coffee. You live and learn... though, even today, I still crave it, especially now that we're talking about it. I feel like running straight to the Starbucks right this second.

Megan Diaz33 said:How much coffee were you drinking a day? 😲

Megan Diaz33, some answers are probably better left unsaid.
Around 2 or 3 liters daily. Honestly, I needed it. ☕
It wasn't about being tired; it was more about the smell and taste. I guess I should brag a little—I've been clean for six months now (minus a teaspoon or two on Sundays, but we don't count Sundays anyway).

About a quarter of my life is basically just staring at screens, and > is easily one of the best things I've ever watched. If I had one gripe, it’s that heavy sense of sadness that clings to you the whole way through. Even after the credits roll, this weird nostalgia for lost time just won't quit. I guess I'm a bit like >, constantly trying to patch things up with my family. Only difference is, I haven't quite pulled it off yet. Maybe it's time to finally book those tickets to >.
I went in expecting some goofy parody, but instead, I ended up spending some of the most precious minutes of my life glued to the screen. The tone is gorgeous—it's got this magnetic charm from the cast, blending laughter and grief, wit and wisdom. Then there's that sudden, breathtaking moment where the unexpected death of the boys just stops your heart and wipes the smile right off your face... that stiff walk > and that subtle, aching look while he's holding the body of the boy he couldn't save... that moment when he mutters, "I couldn't save mine"... > just has all the ingredients of effortless magic.

Coffee pretty much wrecked me. Quitting cold turkey was brutal, but honestly, it was the only way to actually break the habit. Even my doctor gave me the whole "you need to stop this" warning.
Caffeine might help you get through the initial hump, but don't expect it to be easy.
Try hitting the sack earlier, skip the heavy snacking a few hours before bed, and maybe do some light stretching before heading into the office. A quick walk would be perfect, too. Also, watch what you're eating. If you're loading up on greasy food, you're just going to feel more sluggish.

swiftcobra15 said:It’s not really about deception here.
The answer lies partly in the etymology, though the truth goes a bit deeper than that.
In the Torah, the word used is ratsah, which leans more toward "murder" rather than just "killing" if you look at the root of the word.
In American Bible translations, you often see "do not kill" because, under the umbrella of the Roman Catholic Church, the US relies heavily on the Latin translation, the Vulgate. That text uses the Latin root *occidere*, which translates more closely to "to kill" than to "to murder." So, if you're translating from Latin into English, *occidere* really does mean "to kill." Since many traditional translations stem from the Vulgate, I don't see any real issue with how those texts were translated.
Modern Protestant versions tend to use "do not commit murder," but some Jewish philosophers argue that "do not kill" might actually be the more accurate translation when you consider the full context of the Torah.
It's all a little more complicated than it looks, and honestly, nobody has definitively settled which commandment is the "correct" one: "Do not kill" or "Do not commit murder."

I don't see why this should bother you so much. When you look at the entire Bible in context, this linguistic ambiguity—or "deception" as you call it—isn't nearly as big of a deal as the other errors found in the Bible.

It’s not really about deception here.
The answer lies partly in the etymology, though the truth goes a bit deeper than that.
In the Torah, the word used is ratsah, which leans more toward "murder" rather than just "killing" if you look at the root of the word.
In American Bible translations, you often see "do not kill" because, under the umbrella of the Roman Catholic Church, the US relies heavily on the Latin translation, the Vulgate. That text uses the Latin root *occidere*, which translates more closely to "to kill" than to "to murder." So, if you're translating from Latin into English, *occidere* really does mean "to kill." Since many traditional translations stem from the Vulgate, I don't see any real issue with how those texts were translated.
Modern Protestant versions tend to use "do not commit murder," but some Jewish philosophers argue that "do not kill" might actually be the more accurate translation when you consider the full context of the Torah.
It's all a little more complicated than it looks, and honestly, nobody has definitively settled which commandment is the "correct" one: "Do not kill" or "Do not commit murder."

I don't see why this should bother you so much. When you look at the entire Bible in context, this linguistic ambiguity—or "deception" as you call it—isn't nearly as big of a deal as the other errors found in the Bible.

In my opinion, almost every modern translation of the
Bible is a massive stretch, but this particular commandment really sticks out.
"Thou shalt not kill" sounds incredibly profound, yet the intended meaning is something else entirely,
and even when interpreted as "murder," I see plenty of Christians failing to live up to it.

In my opinion, almost every modern translation of the
Bible is a massive stretch, but this particular commandment really sticks out.
"Thou shalt not kill" sounds incredibly profound, yet the intended meaning is something else entirely,
and even when interpreted as "murder," I see plenty of Christians failing to live up to it.
I personally think every modern version (translation) of the
Bible is a total scam, but this specific commandment really sticks out.
"Thou shalt not kill" sounds grand, but it means something else entirely,
and even when interpreted as "do not commit murder," Christians don't exactly follow that command either.
Christians... rarely actually follow Biblical law.

You wanted to dive deeper into the issue of American translations. Given that Bibles printed in the States often stem from Latin translations—basically the Vulgate—it’s hardly surprising that American Bibles carry the "do not kill" translation.
And which commandment is the right one: "Do not kill" or "Do not commit murder"? It's still up in the air. While one group of translators, philosophers, and whatnot argue that "Do not kill" is correct, others insist it should be "Do not commit murder."

Look, there isn't some massive, proven link between how much money you have in the bank and whether or not someone takes their own life, but it’s not exactly rocket science to see that being broke just adds another heavy layer of misery to an already bad situation. Suicide isn't usually triggered by just one single thing hitting you all at once. It’s typically a cocktail of stress, health issues, getting older, or family drama... But where does that stress actually come from? Often, it boils down to the bottom line. If you can't put food on the table or you're constantly scraping by, how are you supposed to deal with the IRS, medical bills, or even just basic stuff like grabbing a drink or keeping up with life? Money isn't the answer to everything, sure, but it buys a lot of breathing room and a life that isn't constantly under pressure.

swiftcobra15 said:

The translation isn't just off; it feels intentionally misleading. ...

... "Do not commit murder!"

This specifically refers to taking a human life, not an animal's.

I can't help but wonder why this commandment was translated so poorly in our version of the Bible.
In the comments here, everyone is strictly discussing the killing of people, or even fetuses.

My main concern is the communication aspect—specifically, the deception involved.

It’s not really about deception here.
The answer lies partly in the etymology, though the truth goes a bit deeper than that.
In the Torah, the word used is ratsah, which leans more toward "murder" rather than just "killing" if you look at the root of the word.
In American Bible translations, you often see "do not kill" because, under the umbrella of the Roman Catholic Church, the US relies heavily on the Latin translation, the Vulgate. That text uses the Latin root *occidere*, which translates more closely to "to kill" than to "to murder." So, if you're translating from Latin into English, *occidere* really does mean "to kill." Since many traditional translations stem from the Vulgate, I don't see any real issue with how those texts were translated.
Modern Protestant versions tend to use "do not commit murder," but some Jewish philosophers argue that "do not kill" might actually be the more accurate translation when you consider the full context of the Torah.
It's all a little more complicated than it looks, and honestly, nobody has definitively settled which commandment is the "correct" one: "Do not kill" or "Do not commit murder."

I don't see why this should bother you so much. When you look at the entire Bible in context, this linguistic ambiguity—or "deception" as you call it—isn't nearly as big of a deal as the other errors found in the Bible.

analogfalcon38 said:Police over in Scranton think they’re looking at the 19th victim in what looks like a full-blown epidemic of youth suicides hitting that town since January 2007.

The grim common thread? Every single one of them ended it by hanging.

Here’s the list of those who have died so far:
David Cole, 18, David Dilling, 19, Thomas Davies, 20, Zachary Barnes, 17, Gareth Morgan, 27, Anthony Martin, 19, James Knight, 26, Jason Williams, 21, Andrew O'Neill, 19, Leigh Jenkins, 22, Liam Clarke, 20, Allyn Price, 21, Natasha Randall, 17, Angie Fuller, 18, Kelly Stephenson, 20, Nathaniel Pritchard, 15, Jenna Parry, 16, and Michelle Sheldon, 23.

Source: American extra Blade Homeini

analogfalcon38:
What do you guys make of this? Why on earth is this happening to kids in a developed, modern country where, on paper, people have everything they could ever need?

A recent article over at USA Today mentioned how everything seems to point toward a trend—basically, the glamorization of suicide as some sort of romantic abstraction. The victims all knew each other and were young.
Calling these tragic incidents an "epidemic" is just classic media fearmongering. Honestly, you could accuse the media of the same thing: romanticizing and blowing things way out of proportion.

And let's be real, living in a "developed and modern" country doesn't guarantee a life where nothing is missing. If that were actually true, these "modern" nations wouldn't be crawling with rapists, serial killers, telemarketers, and taxi drivers who can't show up on time.

Everything matters—the way the harmony, rhythm, and melody all mesh together into one cohesive thing. It’s about that total integration of sound.
And honestly, sometimes I just get hit by those tracks that trigger this massive wave of nostalgia for the past. It can be pretty overwhelming if you let it.