Have you ever dreamed about you’re younger years only some of those people who didn’t exist then exist in your dream? In my latest dream I was in H.S or College and my son was one of my buddies. I’m not sure if this dream related to what is occurring in my life today or a missed experience I have felt in the past. I just knew it was too strange and pulled myself out of it (the dogs licks also helped). HAVE YOU HAD SIMILIAR EXPERIENCES?
HERE IS A QUICK UPDATE ON ADDITIONAL INFORMATION I’VE GATHERED ON THIS TOPIC (SEE BELOW). MY JOURNEY G-D WILLING WILL CONTINUE.
I’ve decided to pursue a study in “Jewish Faith Healing” because it’s something that could truly come in handy. This pursuit will start later today and consist of standard research as well as deeper research which might involve purchasing items and traveling to various locations. This journey might be something that ends fairly shortly or continues throughout my lifetime. I hope to update my discoveries with you on a regular basis in case this becomes helpful in your own daily life or of your loved ones. I LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS DURING THIS EXPLORATION.
2/23/2014- It appears that many of the notes I have taken have been accidently deleted I will try to restore them ASAP-From Jewish Science-Divine Healing in Judiasm by Alfred Geiger Moses. Mr. Moses claims that Jewish Science will fill a gap because it shows the art of genuine prayer in it’s real influence on everyday life. The religion of Jewish Science is based on several principles which I summarize below.
(1) Body is a creation of all wise and good G-D
(2) Sickness is violation of the laws of nature
(3) Health depends largely on the use of the body by individuals or the misuse or abuse which brings upon sickness.
(4) Worry, anxiety and similar states cause physical weakness and impairment. Good cheer and optimism promotes well being.
(5) Faith or religion is the highest form of optimism. Therefore religious faith heals & fights sickness.
(6) Religion in all forms has been the chief means of bring about cheerfulness and optimism.
(7) Hash-m is absolutely good.
(8) Prayers and devotion to heal sick.
(9) Therefore Jewish Science should play a large role in healing the sick.
Subconscious mind more effective than the pure idea of faith.
Jewish healing has occurred in the Torah through prophets such as Moses, Elijah, Elisha, Isiah, and Jeremiah.
Chasidim-Faith healers in their day. Zaddik or mediator modern Chasidism profess curative power from higher source.
Founder of Chasidism. Elizer Baal Shem Tob- Emotion above law. They claim to have cured the sick by prayer, ecstasies, and gesticulations. Love of G-D with faith and belief in prayer
Serve G-D with a cheerful and happy mind. Sadness and sorrow darken the soul. By constant communion, one may acquire the gift of prophesy and become Zadik. Chasidism was very popular in early day.
Positive convictions- Health & Happiness – drives out every thought that disturbs body or mind.
In the tents of Israel the spiritual truth has been taught that the ills of the flesh and the sins of the soul can be overcome by the divine power of prayer and good deeds
Two principals have contended in spiritual life- Law vs the Spirit
Meshanneh- Hasshem- “The change of name”- Those that are suffering could be saved from death. The “Angel of Death” would be confused. This would occur at the end of a regular service. The author performed this act on an individual first named Rebecca and changed to Ruth. Moses claims to have witnessed her healing.
EXODUS 15-22-26 – Sickness removed by serving G-D
NUMBER 12- Moses prays for Miriam to be healed from Leprosy
KINGS CHAPTER 17 8-24- Elijah by faith heals widows son.
And he cried unto the Lord. And he stretched upon the child 3 times and said “O Lord my G-D I pray there let this child soul come into him again”.
KINGS 4 8-37 Elisha by faith heals son
He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain and prayed unto the lord. And he went up and lay upon the child and put his mouth upon his mouth and his eyes upon his eyes and his hands upon his hands and he stretched himself upon him and the flesh of the child warmed. Then he returned and walked in the house once to and fro and went up and stretched himself upon him and the child sneezed seven times and the child opened his eyes.
JEREMAIH 17 12-17
Heal me O Lord and I shall be healed save me and I shall be saved for thou art my praise .
This article (below) disputes the notion of Jewish Faith healing especially those that claim to Jewish Faith Healers.
http://www.myjewishlearning.com/practices/Ethics/Our_Bodies/Health_and_Healing/Medicine_and_Healing/Faith_Healing.shtml
EXPLORE ZADDIK, GESTICULATIONS,
MORE TO COME
1) BEST PICTURE:
SHOULD BE -American Hustle – This movie has it all great script, acting, cinematography, music score and most importantly is truly entertaining.
WILL BE – 12 Years A Slave- The film deserves to be nominated but there are scenes that should have been eliminated because they don’t move the story and also some scenes that are bit too gratuitous with violence. It will win because there hasn’t been a film that dealt with slavery is such a poignant way before.
I’M OKAY WITH- “Wolf of Wall Street” winning as well. It’s a great film and deserves the nomination.
I’M NOT OKAY WITH- ANY OF THE OTHER PICKS WINNING
2) BEST DIRECTOR – The same as above
3) BEST ACTOR
SHOULD BE — Christian Bale- Here is an actor that brings such depth to this character that he truly becomes alive before your eyes.
WILL BE – Mathew McConaughey because of the struggle he put himself in to get into his character and because the entertainment industry continues to focus much attention on AIDS
I’M OKAY- Leonardo DiCaprio for his outstanding work in “Wolf of Wall Street” and “Chiwetel Ejiofor” in “12 Years A Slave”
4) BEST ACTRESS
SHOULD BE-“Amy Adams” in American Hustle, her work was so extraordinary it must be seen to be believed.
WILL BE – “Amy Adams” unless she forgot to go to the “right parties”.
DISAPPOINTED- If any others win.
5) BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR
SHOULD BE – Jonah Hill in “Wolf of Wall Street”. Mr. Hill’s performance enabled the viewer to become glued with his character on the screen.
WILL BE- ” Michael Fassbender” in “12 Years A Slave” especially if this film doesn’t win best movie of the year.
I’M OKAY WITH -“Bradley Cooper” in American Hustle.
DISAPPOINTED If”Barkhad Abdi” wins. I can’t understand why this movie is even nominated.
6) BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS
SHOULD BE- “Jennifer Lawrence” in “American Hustle”. I couldn’t believe this was the same Jennifer Lawrence that starred in the Hungry Games. Wow what a transformation!
WILL BE- “Jennifer Lawrence” in “American Hustle”
I’M FINE WITH- “Lupita Nyong’o in “12 Years A Slave
7) BEST ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
SHOULD BE- “American Hustle” What a great story that flowed every moment on the screen.
WILL BE – “American Hustle”
8) BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
SHOULD BE- “12 Years A Slave”. This script was powerful and poignant enough to touch every viewers heart.
WILL BE – “12 Years A Slave”
I’M FINE WITH – “The Wolf of Wall Street”. Although I felt it didn’t showcase the fall that was described in more depth with the book.
BEST ANIMATED FEATURE -Sorry can’t judge this category.
DISCLAIMER- I didn’t get to see “Nebraska”, “Philomena” and “Nebraska”
WILL BE –