The term "German" comes from Latin (Roman) sources. The Assyrians occupied a Mesopotamian city on the lower Tigris River called "Kir" and placed captive slaves there (also referenced in 2 Kings 16:9, Isaiah 22:5-6, Amos 1:5, 9:7). The city was populated by the Assyrians for many years, and the inhabitants became known as "Kir-man." The Assyrians (Kerman) were driven from their land shortly after their fall about 610 B.C. They migrated into central Europe where they were called "German" or "Germanni," a general name used by the Romans to represent all Assyrian tribes. The known Assyrian tribes were the Khatti (also, Chatti, Hatti and Hessian)—Chatti is still the Hebrew term for German, and Khatti was also used by the Romans to represent various Germanic tribes; the Akkadians (Latins called them Quadians); the Kassites (or Cossaei); and the Almani (or Halmani, Allemani was the Latin name). Almani or Almain were historical terms for Germans living in southern Germany. Without question, these Assyrian Germans assimilated with the previously established tribes of Askaeni (descendants of Gomer) and adopted their Indo-European language, becoming one people. http://www.soundchristian.com/man/
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Where Did Germany Get It's Name From?
I thought this was interesting as I read from an article called, 'The Table of Nations' by Tim Osterholm. He explains the origin of the term 'German' and how this name came to be.
The term "German" comes from Latin (Roman) sources. The Assyrians occupied a Mesopotamian city on the lower Tigris River called "Kir" and placed captive slaves there (also referenced in 2 Kings 16:9, Isaiah 22:5-6, Amos 1:5, 9:7). The city was populated by the Assyrians for many years, and the inhabitants became known as "Kir-man." The Assyrians (Kerman) were driven from their land shortly after their fall about 610 B.C. They migrated into central Europe where they were called "German" or "Germanni," a general name used by the Romans to represent all Assyrian tribes. The known Assyrian tribes were the Khatti (also, Chatti, Hatti and Hessian)—Chatti is still the Hebrew term for German, and Khatti was also used by the Romans to represent various Germanic tribes; the Akkadians (Latins called them Quadians); the Kassites (or Cossaei); and the Almani (or Halmani, Allemani was the Latin name). Almani or Almain were historical terms for Germans living in southern Germany. Without question, these Assyrian Germans assimilated with the previously established tribes of Askaeni (descendants of Gomer) and adopted their Indo-European language, becoming one people. http://www.soundchristian.com/man/
The term "German" comes from Latin (Roman) sources. The Assyrians occupied a Mesopotamian city on the lower Tigris River called "Kir" and placed captive slaves there (also referenced in 2 Kings 16:9, Isaiah 22:5-6, Amos 1:5, 9:7). The city was populated by the Assyrians for many years, and the inhabitants became known as "Kir-man." The Assyrians (Kerman) were driven from their land shortly after their fall about 610 B.C. They migrated into central Europe where they were called "German" or "Germanni," a general name used by the Romans to represent all Assyrian tribes. The known Assyrian tribes were the Khatti (also, Chatti, Hatti and Hessian)—Chatti is still the Hebrew term for German, and Khatti was also used by the Romans to represent various Germanic tribes; the Akkadians (Latins called them Quadians); the Kassites (or Cossaei); and the Almani (or Halmani, Allemani was the Latin name). Almani or Almain were historical terms for Germans living in southern Germany. Without question, these Assyrian Germans assimilated with the previously established tribes of Askaeni (descendants of Gomer) and adopted their Indo-European language, becoming one people. http://www.soundchristian.com/man/
Monday, April 22, 2013
Today in History - April 22, 1934 - Gangster Kills FBI Agent
Today in History - April 22, 1934 - Gangster Kills FBI Agent
Today in the year of 1934, Gangster George 'Baby Face' Nelson killed FBI agent W. Carter Baum during a raid. George Nelson was born Lester Gillis, and retained his 'baby face' as he retained his youthful look. In 1929, Nelson joined Al Capone's gang, and was later kicked out of the gang because of his unpredictable violent behavior.
After living many years in criminal behavior, he ended up in Illinois where he was spotted while driving. He ended up in a gunfight with two FBI agents, and he shot and killed them. The next day Nelson's body was found in a ditch. He had been on the run since he killed FBI agent Baum, months prior to this.
FBI Agent killed in a raid
Today in the year of 1934, Gangster George 'Baby Face' Nelson killed FBI agent W. Carter Baum during a raid. George Nelson was born Lester Gillis, and retained his 'baby face' as he retained his youthful look. In 1929, Nelson joined Al Capone's gang, and was later kicked out of the gang because of his unpredictable violent behavior.
After living many years in criminal behavior, he ended up in Illinois where he was spotted while driving. He ended up in a gunfight with two FBI agents, and he shot and killed them. The next day Nelson's body was found in a ditch. He had been on the run since he killed FBI agent Baum, months prior to this.
FBI Agent killed in a raid
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Today in History - April 7, 1963 - Tito is Named President For Life
Tito is Named President For Life - April 7. 1963
Today in History, Josip Broz, known as 'Tito' was made president for life of the newly formed Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. He was born 1892 in Croatia, fought in World War I against Serbia, was captured, and converted to Bolshevism, then fought in the Russian Revolution. After that, he returned to Croatia.
He joined the Communist Party of Yugoslavia and became a political agitator and was arrested in 1928. After his release, he climbed the ladder of the ranks of the Communist Party of Yugoslavia, and took on the name 'Tito' as he went underground to serve the Party's work.
He died in May, 1980, a few days prior to his 88th birthday.
Source: Tito Made President-for-life- History.com
Today in History, Josip Broz, known as 'Tito' was made president for life of the newly formed Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. He was born 1892 in Croatia, fought in World War I against Serbia, was captured, and converted to Bolshevism, then fought in the Russian Revolution. After that, he returned to Croatia.
He joined the Communist Party of Yugoslavia and became a political agitator and was arrested in 1928. After his release, he climbed the ladder of the ranks of the Communist Party of Yugoslavia, and took on the name 'Tito' as he went underground to serve the Party's work.
He died in May, 1980, a few days prior to his 88th birthday.
Source: Tito Made President-for-life- History.com
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
The History of Amazing Grace
History of Amazing Grace
Many of us have heard the song, 'Amazing Grace', but we probably don't have the appreciation for this song that it deserves. Here is a brief summary of the story behind it:
One night, on March 21,1747, there was a terrible storm at sea, and the ship that John Newton was on, was starting to experience the effects of the storm. John did what he could to help relieve the ship of all burdens as he saw the impending dangers that could be ahead. At this moment, he remembered those things that were installed in him as a child. Although he was well taught in the Scriptures, and knew that the Bible was true in what it said, John Newton had not personally responded to the Gospel. In fact, what he was doing was evil, for he was involved in the slave trade. He became a bitter man toward God.
As he was thinking back on his life, he concluded that his sins were too great to be forgiven. He looked at the situation with the ship he was on, as an act of his doom. But when he realized that the ship was going to be ok, he understood God's sovereignty and mercy of God on him in that moment. He meditated on the death of Jesus that He took in order to pay for his sins and was astonished at God's mercy and grace to him.
The ship arrived in Ireland, and John had now had a genuine conversion. There was no turning back for him! Over time, he began to see that slavery was wrong, and he became an abolitionist. As he reflected on his life, he penned the words to this most famous hymn called, 'Amazing Grace'. This song came out of the heart of a man who really saw his sin as evil, and the grace of God as amazing.
Parents, this is an encouragement to you, to be diligent in teaching your child the Gospel, and the Scriptures. It is an encouragement to always be praying for our children. Many times they leave home without responding to the Gospel, but God can work in their circumstances many years later and bring them to repentance and faith.
Source: http://www.christianity.com/church/church-history/timeline/1701-1800/john-newton-converted-by-amazing-grace-11630250.html
John Newton Amazing Grace for Children
Many of us have heard the song, 'Amazing Grace', but we probably don't have the appreciation for this song that it deserves. Here is a brief summary of the story behind it:
One night, on March 21,1747, there was a terrible storm at sea, and the ship that John Newton was on, was starting to experience the effects of the storm. John did what he could to help relieve the ship of all burdens as he saw the impending dangers that could be ahead. At this moment, he remembered those things that were installed in him as a child. Although he was well taught in the Scriptures, and knew that the Bible was true in what it said, John Newton had not personally responded to the Gospel. In fact, what he was doing was evil, for he was involved in the slave trade. He became a bitter man toward God.
As he was thinking back on his life, he concluded that his sins were too great to be forgiven. He looked at the situation with the ship he was on, as an act of his doom. But when he realized that the ship was going to be ok, he understood God's sovereignty and mercy of God on him in that moment. He meditated on the death of Jesus that He took in order to pay for his sins and was astonished at God's mercy and grace to him.
The ship arrived in Ireland, and John had now had a genuine conversion. There was no turning back for him! Over time, he began to see that slavery was wrong, and he became an abolitionist. As he reflected on his life, he penned the words to this most famous hymn called, 'Amazing Grace'. This song came out of the heart of a man who really saw his sin as evil, and the grace of God as amazing.
Parents, this is an encouragement to you, to be diligent in teaching your child the Gospel, and the Scriptures. It is an encouragement to always be praying for our children. Many times they leave home without responding to the Gospel, but God can work in their circumstances many years later and bring them to repentance and faith.
Source: http://www.christianity.com/church/church-history/timeline/1701-1800/john-newton-converted-by-amazing-grace-11630250.html
John Newton Amazing Grace for Children
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me....
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now, I see.
That saved a wretch like me....
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now, I see.
T'was Grace that taught...
my heart to fear.
And Grace, my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear...
the hour I first believed.
my heart to fear.
And Grace, my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear...
the hour I first believed.
Through many dangers, toils and snares...
we have already come.
T'was Grace that brought us safe thus far...
and Grace will lead us home.
we have already come.
T'was Grace that brought us safe thus far...
and Grace will lead us home.
The Lord has promised good to me...
His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be...
as long as life endures.
His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be...
as long as life endures.
When we've been here ten thousand years...
bright shining as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise...
then when we've first begun.
bright shining as the sun.
We've no less days to sing God's praise...
then when we've first begun.
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,
That saved a wretch like me....
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now, I see.
That saved a wretch like me....
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now, I see.
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Saint Patrick
Everyone knows that today is Saint Patrick's Day. We think of the Irish and shamrocks, and wearing green. But, there is a real person we call Saint Patrick, whose real life is in obscurity.
Saint Patrick was born around 390 in Great Britain. His parents may have been followers of Jesus Christ, but we don't have enough information on that. When Patrick was 16, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and brought to the land of Ireland where he learned to shepherd sheep. Some time later, he managed to escape and returned to England. It is not really known when he came to Christ, but when he returned to his home land, he received a vision of God calling him back to Ireland. Perhaps he was able to see the desperate need for the Gospel to be there while he was living in captivity in that land.
Here is a quote from Saint Patrick, himself: “Thus I am a servant in Christ to a foreign nation for the unspeakable glory of life everlasting which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
From what we can tell, from some of his own words, Patrick identified himself as a sinner. He realized his own need for a Savior, and went to Ireland to spread the Gospel to the Irish people. The religion of the day that was in opposition to the Gospel was that of the Druids. It is said that this divine call of the Gospel went forth from Ireland for at least 600 years.
Here is a good web site with information on Saint Patrick: Christian Answers
Here is another source, although a little more vague:
History.com-Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick was born around 390 in Great Britain. His parents may have been followers of Jesus Christ, but we don't have enough information on that. When Patrick was 16, he was kidnapped by Irish raiders and brought to the land of Ireland where he learned to shepherd sheep. Some time later, he managed to escape and returned to England. It is not really known when he came to Christ, but when he returned to his home land, he received a vision of God calling him back to Ireland. Perhaps he was able to see the desperate need for the Gospel to be there while he was living in captivity in that land.
Here is a quote from Saint Patrick, himself: “Thus I am a servant in Christ to a foreign nation for the unspeakable glory of life everlasting which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
From what we can tell, from some of his own words, Patrick identified himself as a sinner. He realized his own need for a Savior, and went to Ireland to spread the Gospel to the Irish people. The religion of the day that was in opposition to the Gospel was that of the Druids. It is said that this divine call of the Gospel went forth from Ireland for at least 600 years.
Here is a good web site with information on Saint Patrick: Christian Answers
Here is another source, although a little more vague:
History.com-Saint Patrick
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Today in History - February 13, 1689 - William III Came to the Throne
William III Came to the Throne - February 13, 1689
Today in History, William III of Orange came to the throne in a bloodless battle. The reason this could happen was because of the power of the Roman Catholic king. England already had a king, James II. William III was the son-in-law of King James. Read about the story here:
Christianity.com Church History - William III Comes to the Throne
Today in History, William III of Orange came to the throne in a bloodless battle. The reason this could happen was because of the power of the Roman Catholic king. England already had a king, James II. William III was the son-in-law of King James. Read about the story here:
Christianity.com Church History - William III Comes to the Throne
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Today in History - January 24, 1848 - First Gold Nugget Discovered at Sutter's Mill
First Gold Nugget Discovered at Sutter's Mill - January 24, 1848
Today in History, in the year 1848, a man named James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter's Mill in northern California. This discovery led to the Gold Rush of '49 (California Gold Rush). Source: Tribune Newspapers
"The discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 sparked the Gold Rush, arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history during the first half of the 19th century. As news spread of the discovery, thousands of prospective gold miners traveled by sea or over land to San Francisco and the surrounding area; by the end of 1849, the non-native population of the California territory was some 100,000 (compared with the pre-1848 figure of less than 1,000). A total of $2 billion worth of precious metal was extracted from the area during the Gold Rush, which peaked in 1852." History.com- Gold Rush of 1849
Today in History, in the year 1848, a man named James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter's Mill in northern California. This discovery led to the Gold Rush of '49 (California Gold Rush). Source: Tribune Newspapers
"The discovery of gold nuggets in the Sacramento Valley in early 1848 sparked the Gold Rush, arguably one of the most significant events to shape American history during the first half of the 19th century. As news spread of the discovery, thousands of prospective gold miners traveled by sea or over land to San Francisco and the surrounding area; by the end of 1849, the non-native population of the California territory was some 100,000 (compared with the pre-1848 figure of less than 1,000). A total of $2 billion worth of precious metal was extracted from the area during the Gold Rush, which peaked in 1852." History.com- Gold Rush of 1849
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