😲 On the Holy Day
in the Westerrn Christian calendar, the
supposed leader of the free world and leader of the conservative and
supposedly Christan base President Dollar Trump (Red-Haired Esau)
comes out with this verbal diarrhea?
Wow, I truly hope American Christians still stuck in his cult will
finally see, you need to wake up!
☪ The
Union of Ishmael and Esau that is shaking the world continues!
❖ People
of the flesh are united in persecuting those of the spirit!
👉 Red-Headed Esau
Empowering Ishmael 👈
👉 From Saudi Barbaria
to UAE 👈
👏 Smart and Beautiful Tulsi on
Trump's Firing List?
😳UK: Red-Haired Edomites (Esau) Are Converting to The Death Cult of
Ishmael (Islam)
🌳 On Holy and
Great Monday We Commemorate The Withered Fig Tree 🌳
❖
Monday (Holy Week). [Matt. 21] ❖❖❖
The Lord goes to a
voluntary passion. We must accompany Him. This is the duty of anyone
who confesses that by the power of Christ’s passion he has become
who he is now, and of anyone who hopes to receive something which is
so great and glorious, that it could not even enter one’s mind. How
must one accompany Him? Through reflection and sympathy. Follow the
suffering Lord in thought; and in your reflection extract such
impressions as could strike your heart and bring it to feel the
sufferings which were borne by the Lord. In order to better
accomplish this, you must make yourself suffer through perceptible
lessening of food and sleep, and an increase in the labour of
standing and kneeling. Fulfil all that the Holy Church does, and you
will be a good fellow-traveller of the Lord to His sufferings.
On Holy and Great Monday
we commemorate the blessed Joseph the All-comely and also the
withered fig tree. In as much as the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ
has its beginning on this day, and as Joseph is regarded as an image
of Christ from former times, he is thus set forth here.
Joseph was the son of the
Patriarch Jacob, born to him by Rachel. Being envied by his brethren
on account of certain of his dreams, he was first concealed in a
dug-out pit, and his father was tricked by a bloody garment and the
deceit of his children into thinking that he had been devoured by
some beast. Joseph was then sold to some Ishmaelites for twenty
pieces of silver; they, in turn, sold him to Potiphar, captain of the
eunuchs of Pharaoh, king of Egypt. His wife was enraged by the young
man's chastity, because not wishing to commit sin, he fled from her,
leaving behind his garment. She slandered him to his master, and he
was put into bonds in a harsh prison. Afterwards, he was released
because of his ability to interpret certain dreams; he was brought
before the king and appointed governor of the whole land of Egypt.
Later, he was made known to his brethren through his distribution of
grain. Having spent the whole of his life well, he died in Egypt,
recognized as being great in his chastity and kindness toward others.
He is, moreover, a prefiguring of Christ. Christ was also envied by
His own people, the Jews: He was sold by a disciple for thirty pieces
of silver and was imprisoned in the dark and gloomy pit of the grave,
whence He broke out by His own power, triumphing over Egypt, that is,
over every sin. In His might He conquered it, and He reigns over all
the world. In His love for mankind He redeemed us by a distribution
of grain, inasmuch as He gave Himself up for us, and He feeds us with
Heavenly Bread, His own Life-bearing Flesh. For this reason, Joseph
the All- comely is brought to mind at this time. He is also
commemorated on the Sunday before the Nativity of Christ.
At the same time, we also
commemorate the withered fig tree, because the divine Evangelists
Matthew and Mark tell of it after their accounts of the palm
branches. One says, "Now the next day, when they had come out
from Bethany, He was hungry" (Mark 11:12); while the other says,
"Now in the morning, as He returned to the city, He was hungry.
And seeing a fig tree by the road, He came to it and found nothing on
it but leaves, and said to it, 'Let no fruit grow on you ever again.'
Immediately the fig tree withered away" (Matt. 21:18-19). The
fig tree, then, is the Jewish synagogue, in which the Savior did not
find the necessary fruits of obedience to God and faith in Him, but
only the leafy shade of the Law; He took away even this, leaving it
completely bare. But if anyone should ask, "Why did an inanimate
tree wither and fall under a curse when it had committed no sin to
make it wither?" It was because some people, seeing that Christ
went about doing good to all, never causing real suffering for
anyone, imagined that He had only the power to do good and not to do
harm. The Master, who loves mankind, did not wish to demonstrate His
power on a man and commit such a deed. To convince an ungrateful
people, however, that He also possessed the might to impose
punishment, but not wishing to use that power in His goodness, He
inflicted such punishment upon inanimate and insensible nature.
There is also another
mysterious explanation, which has come down to us from the wise
elders. As St. Isidore of Pelusium says, "This was the tree of
the transgression of God's commandment, whose leaves, the
transgressors, also used to cover themselves. Because it did not
suffer at that time, Christ, in His love for man, cursed it, so that
it would no longer bear the fruit that was the occasion of sin."
It is also quite clear
that sin is likened unto the fig, inasmuch as it possesses the
"delight" of sensual pleasure, the "stickiness"
of sin itself and the "hardness and sharpness" of a guilty
conscience.
The Fathers, moreover, put
the story of the fig tree here to arouse compunction and in relation
to the story of St. Joseph, since he is a prefiguring of Christ.
The fig tree is also every
soul which is devoid of all spiritual fruit. In the morning, that is,
after this present life, if the Lord finds no refreshment in such a
soul, He withers it with a curse and hands it over to the everlasting
fire. It remains standing as a dried-up post, striking fear into
those who do not produce the fitting fruit of the virtues.
Through the prayers of St.
Joseph the All-comely, O Christ our God, have mercy on us and save
us. Amen.
Holy
Monday: Let Us Not Be Like The Barren Fig Tree
🌴
Hosanna (Hosa'ina) is one of the major feasts in the Ethiopian
Orthodox Tewahedo Church, commemorating Jesus Christ’s triumphal
entry into Jerusalem.
🌴The
celebration of "Hosanna, Savior of the World" is primarily
observed on Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter, which commemorates
Jesus Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem. It marks the beginning
of Holy Week, transitioning from the joyful shouts of "Hosanna"
to the solemnity of the Passion.
♰
Significance of the Celebration
Meaning of
Hosanna: The term "Hosanna" is a Hebrew expression meaning
"save us now" or "please deliver us". While
originally a plea, it became a shout of praise and adoration,
acknowledging Jesus as the Messiah and Savior.
The
Triumphal Entry: Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey,
fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, which portrays a
righteous, victorious, yet humble king.
"Savior
of the World": The celebration highlights Jesus as the ultimate
deliverer not just from political oppression, but from sin and
death.
Palm
Branches: Waving palms represents victory, peace, and eternal life.
♰ Themes of
Reflection
Humility
vs. Pride: Jesus’ entrance on a humble donkey rather than a
warhorse symbolizes a kingdom based on peace and service rather than
power.
The
Fickleness of the Crowd: Palm Sunday highlights the irony that the
same crowd shouting "Hosanna" soon turned and cried for
his crucifixion, prompting self-reflection on faith and commitment.
A Call
for Current Salvation: Modern celebrations use "Hosanna"
as a continued prayer for salvation from modern challenges like
social conflict, war, and spiritual dryness.
Hosanna in Axum
is a vibrant Ethiopian Orthodox celebration of Palm Sunday, occurring
the Sunday before Easter to mark Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem. It
features massive, colorful processions, specifically at the St. Mary
of Zion Church, where followers wear palm leaf headbands and deacons
distribute palm branches.
🌴 Key
Aspects of the Celebration:
Location:
The celebration is famously observed at St. Mary of Zion Church in
Axum.
Traditions:
Participants wear rings and headbands made of palm leaves,
symbolizing the branches laid before Jesus.
Procession:
The event includes colorful, long-running processions filled with
chanting and joyous praise, typically in late March or April.
Significance:
It serves as the start of Holy Week, with pilgrims and locals
gathering to honor the event with immense faith.
Although recent
years have seen smaller turnouts due to regional instability, the
celebration remains a vital, peaceful, and deeply traditional event
in the city.
♰ Medhane
Alem (Holy Savior of the World)
Adi Kesho
Rock-hewn Church, 4th
Century.– Tigray, Ethiopia
♰ Medhane
Alem Adi Kesho (Holy Savior Church at Adi Kesho) in the Tigray region
of Ethiopia.
♰ Key
details about the church:
Location:
Tigray Region, Gheralta area.
Significance:
It is considered one of Tigray's oldest and finest rock-hewn
churches.
Architecture:
It features a unique decorated narthex, six huge square pillars
supporting the ceiling, and intricate reliefs and geometrical
patterns.
History:
The church is often described as having an immense height and
massive pillars, bearing a resemblance to a cathedral.
Medhane Alem
Adi Kesho is one of Tigray's oldest and most remarkable rock-hewn
churches, estimated to date 4th century. Located approximately 6
kilometers off the gravel road from the Wukro to Adigrat highway near
the small town of Tekatesfay, this church is renowned for its
architectural and historical significance.
An unusual
feature of Medhane Alem Adi Kesho is the beautifully decorated
narthex connecting the northern and southern ends of the church. Two
doors lead to the interior, where the ceiling is supported by six
massive square pillars. The ceiling is adorned with reliefs and
geometrical patterns, and due to its immense height and substantial
pillars, the church resembles a cathedral. Engravings on the walls
include a croix patêe on the right side of the back wall.
The church's
exterior and interior walls are roughly hewn, and it features a
unique mechanism for unlocking the doors from both inside and
outside. Inside, different pillars carved out of the rock are stained
with honey and milk, stemming from local tradition that deems the
church itself to have healing powers. When people are sick, they
consume milk or honey off the church’s columns.
Surrounded by a
variety of indigenous plants, the area remains lush and vibrant,
adding to the church's serene atmosphere. Visitors often note that
the journey to reach the site offers an enjoyable walk with stunning
views, making the visit to this unique church an unforgettable
experience.
Overall,
Medhane Alem Adi Kesho stands as a testament to Ethiopia's rich
religious heritage and architectural ingenuity, offering insight into
the country's historical devotion and cultural practices.
Miskaye Hizunan
Medhane Alem Monastery in Addis Ababa is
a prominent
Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church institution, known as a
significant training center for clergy, monks, and youth, often
hosting thousands of Sunday school students. It is a renowned
monastery located in the capital, often associated with training.
Role:
Known as a key training center for priests, monks, and Sunday school
students.
Location:
Situated within the Addis Ababa region.
Significance:
Serves as a major monastery church with a large congregation of
young people, hosting over 12,000 Sunday school students (males and
females).
"Miskaye
Hizunan" is of Ethiopian origin. The meaning of "Miskaye
Hizunan" is a shelter for the afflicted , which is known as
"Yehazentegnoch Metteleya" (የሐዘንተኞች
መጠለያ) in Amharic language.
😳 Bondi
out, Noem replaced: A running list of high-profile departures
from the Trump administration.
Attorney
general Pam Bondi is the second Cabinet-level official to leave her
position since the start of the president's second term.
President
Trump announced Thursday that Attorney General Pam Bondi would be
leaving her position as the nation’s top law enforcement official
after reportedly becoming frustrated over her handling of the
investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and her failure to prosecute his
perceived political enemies.
Back
in February, AG Pam Bondi had explosive
confrontation with Rep. Joseph Neguse during testimony to House
Judiciary Committee hearing.
💭 Today,
Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse issued
the following statement after President Donald Trump fired
Attorney General Pam Bondi:
“When
Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before our committee last month,
the country learned what many of us have long made clear — that she
was completely unfit to serve as our nation’s chief law enforcement
officer. Her termination — a mere 30 days after former DHS
Secretary Kristi Noem was also removed — is long overdue.”
“Put
simply, Bondi’s incompetent mismanagement of the Department of
Justice has been a disgrace. From her unlawful targeting of Trump’s
political opponents to the dismantling of the Public Integrity
Section and subversion of the rule of law, her tenure as Attorney
General has been reprehensible.”
“We
will continue to demand accountability, and to use every legal tool
available to do so.”
Rep.
Neguse has been a key leader in directing House Democrats’ legal
and oversight efforts against the Trump administration. His work has
resulted in significant outcomes, including the prior ousting of
former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
😳 DHS
Sec. Kristi NOEM Fired After Being Exposed by Colorado
Ethiopian-American Rep. Joseph Neguse
