The Value of Knowing Biblical Languages

[Trouvere]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

Thanks, Trouvere. I'm sure I've read the information in the past.

I'll post the necessary information since you didn't want to. J/K!!!!!!

I didn't want to overstep any boundries.If you think its okay then give the link.I am sure all the men on here will cringe.lol.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Trouvere

I didn't want to overstep any boundries.If you think its okay then give the link.I am sure all the men on here will cringe.lol.

Uh, I'm 1/3 way through it. I won't be linking it. LOL!

One plus, the men do not experience male pattern baldness, even if his genes call for it. Hahahhahahaa!

[Pressing-On]

Interesting:

Interestingly enough, the Carrib Indians (for whom the Caribbean Islands are named) were well aware of the effects of early castration and took unique advantage it. That is, because early castration kept the flesh fattier and prevented the muscles from becoming tough and wiry, the Carribs made the habit of castrating their young male captives. They then fed them amply until such time as they were deemed ready to be eaten. (An ugly embellishment on the Hansel & Gretel story.) Not surprisingly, the word "cannibal" is said to derive from the tribe's name.

Although the musical ability of eunuchs had long been recognized in other cultures, and had no doubt been part of the Catholic music scene itself for quite some time, the Catholic Church did not officially acknowledge these boy “castrati” until 1599 when Pope Clement VIII became smitten with the sweetness and flexibility of their voices. Women were banned from singing in the Church, therefore it was the high vocal range of the castrati that gave devotional music its appealing angelic quality.

While some Church officials suggested it would be preferable to lift the ban on women singers than to continue endorsing the castration of little boys, the Pope disagreed, quoting Saint Paul, "Let women be silent in the assemblies, for it is not permitted to them to speak." Of course since it was illegal to perform castrations (transgressors could be excommunicated), all castrati presenting themselves for the choir claimed to have lost their genitals through tragic “accident”.

Although there is considerable variation from culture to culture as to how and why castration was practiced, all seemed to share its use as a punishment for adultery, rape, and homosexuality.

Overall the article is written in a crass form and not suitable for linking. It does give more detailed information than I have read in other places.

[Trouvere]

Wow I missed that about the Carribeans.That is wierd.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Trouvere

Wow I missed that about the Carribeans.That is wierd.

The one about "women being silent" for the choir is one I've never run across before.

[Trouvere]

I have read about the Castrati's in the past.I cannot remember what I was studying when I did.
Some people were sick sick sick.
The pictures are what is scary on that site.

[Michael The Disciple]

Of all that could be said that is of value concerning knowing the Hebrew THIS is all you have to offer?

[Trouvere]

Originally Posted by Michael The Disciple

Of all that could be said that is of value concerning knowing the Hebrew THIS is all you have to offer?

Micheal what is it you have offered?

[Trouvere]

Originally Posted by Trouvere

Micheal what is it you have offered?

bump....I love this topic and have invited the author to share with us.God is good.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by Trouvere

bump....I love this topic and have invited the author to share with us.God is good.

Trouvere,
It is an interesting topic and I'm sure the author has much more to add.

I did get out an invite and glad you did also.