The Israel Post Office receives around 1,000 letters addressed to God each year, which are placed in the Western Wall. The letters are eventually removed and buried, overseen by the Chief Rabbi of the Western Wall. Jerusalem is a holy city for Abrahamic traditions. Israel is a parliamentary democracy with a population of around 8 […]
The Horned God is a male figure in neo-paganism, often seen as the counterpart to the Goddess. He is a combination of various horned figures from mythology and is associated with masculinity, the forest, and hunting. Some link him to Satan, but his origins are debated. The Horned God is an important figure in the […]
The Chinese household god, Zao Jun, is honored with offerings during Chinese New Year. He reports on family deeds to the Jade Emperor and is sweetened with offerings of honey and sticky sweets. Some families have effigies, paintings, or plaques of him, and offerings are made on his birthday. Legends suggest that Zao Jun may […]
“God Bless America” was composed by Irving Berlin in 1918 but was not introduced to the public until Kate Smith performed it in 1938. Berlin revised the lyrics in 1938 to create a song of peace, and Smith’s performance made it an instant hit. The song was recorded and royalties were dedicated to the Boy […]
A “shot of God” is a perfect double shot of espresso that requires skill and a professional machine. It should lack bitterness, have an incredible aroma, mouthfeel, temperature, and color. The term is subjective, and some believe it requires divine intervention. The beans used must also be perfect. A shot of God is a fairly […]
Research from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that over two-thirds of atheists who have had a personal encounter with “ultimate reality” or God change their opinion on the existence of a creator. The majority of participants experienced long-lasting psychological benefits, including finding purpose in life and happiness. The study was based on data […]
The term “act of God” has religious and legal meanings. In a religious sense, it refers to something created by God, while in a legal sense, it refers to a natural event that couldn’t be foreseen, controlled, or prevented. The concept is included in many legal contracts, and evidence must be provided that nothing could […]
