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Re: polygyny in "biblical times"
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lugnet.off-topic.debate
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Fri, 23 Jul 2004 08:01:22 GMT
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As much as the quote is great out of context, it looks pretty clear that
that’s not what’s intended.
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I don’t get it; am I missing something obvious? What makes the “ten virgins”
“bridesmaids for the bride”?
Scott A
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Oh well. At least I’m not missing out on those 10
virgins by not getting into heaven. Though I hear there’s a great deal going
on for Muslims-- sign up now and you get *70* virgins! But I hear the signup
fee is a killer.
DaveE
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| (...) Probably some sort of historical precedence. By modern standards, they probably wouldn't be, since they're characterized as waiting at the reception hall rather than being part of the wedding party itself. On the other hand, they're (...) (20 years ago, 23-Jul-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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| | Re: polygyny in "biblical times"
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| (...) Made me curious, but yeah, I think John's spot-on on this one. Looks like it's just yet another quickie parable: "Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath set over his household, to give them their food in due season? (...) (20 years ago, 22-Jul-04, to lugnet.off-topic.debate, FTX)
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