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Anonymous asked in Society & CultureReligion & Spirituality · 1 decade ago

Very important questions for my fellow believers?

When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odor for the Lord - Lev.1:9. The problem is my neighbors. They claim the odor is not pleasing to them. Should I smite them?

I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus 21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her?

I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness - Lev.15:19- 24. The problem is, how do I tell? I have tried asking, but most women take offense.

Lev. 25:44 states that I may indeed possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans, but not Canadians. Can you clarify? Why can't I own Canadians?

I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself?

A friend of mine feels that even though eating shellfish is an abomination - Lev. 11:10, it is a lesser abomination than homosexuality. I don't agree. Can any of you settle this?

Lev. 21:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. I have to admit that I wear glasses. Does my vision have to be 20/20, or is there some wiggle room here?

Most of my male friends get their hair trimmed, including the hair around their temples, even though this is expressly forbidden by Lev. 19:27. How should they die?

I know from Lev. 11:6-8 that touching the skin of a dead pig makes me unclean, but may I still play football if I wear gloves?

My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev. 19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread (cotton/polyester). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? - Lev.24:10-16. Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev. 20:14)

I need some answers to these most important questions. I appreciate your concern and understanding. Shalom.

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    Though I HIGHLY doubt you are being serious, I'll just clarify this.

    Jesus came to open up the way. He abolished the rules that was set for us in the old testament about meats and the like. As we are not Israelites, these rules do not apply to us. And with Lev. 20:21, it means SPIRITUAL sight, like you can't see your sins and what not, not necessarily actual sight.

    Well, you could go and punish everyone by killing them, but that's not very good as whilst you can claim acting with spiritual guidance, you will be punishable by death according to the books of the law in the bible as you are not a priest/ descendant of Aaron! And I don't think the American law courts will let you run free somehow.

    Lets answer each individually!!

    Well, maybe smiting takes it a BIT far, but have you not got a local temple you can go to? You see, God tells us to sacrifice our sacrifices on the altar, but I don't think keeping one in your backyard is a good idea. People tend to then notice a lot more when you are sinning, and you need a priest to preform some ceremonies.

    Hmm, It depends on what state you are in, you'd probably be best to ask the authorities first whether it was legal or not. It also depends on whether she is sick or healthy.

    Really! Take offense!! I have no idea why! I suppose it might have something to do with how well you know them, I mean, I would only ever be able to tell my husband when my period of menstrual uncleanliness was, so maybe just don't touch any women, you should be safe.

    Well, I suppose you can't own Canadians because it's not legal there, but Mexico allows the buying and selling of slaves, does it not?

    Well, I suppose it might feel that way, but not many people would appreciate it. I'm fairly sure Jesus worked on the sabbath, healing people, but that isn't really work. Maybe you should warn your neighbor that God might get angry and smite him, that way you can't be blamed by the law!

    I don't agree either. I believe all sin is equal in God's eyes, and I see it that way. Besides, we aren't Israelite's so the laws on food do not apply to us.

    Definitely wriggle room- i think it means religious sight and seeing sin. Though, you might be able to get around this problem by wearing contacts, then no one will know.

    They should die a painless death of old age so they may suffer with their sin.

    For sure you can, then you are no longer touching the ball!!

    Does your uncle and aunt know about this? Are they aware of this? Maybe if you tell them, you can take them to your local altar and make lots of sacrifices with them!!

    Make sure you get your uncle to apologize after he blasphemes and curses, then he may be forgiven and you won't have to worry about getting the town together to stone them! And you shouldn't burn them to death, it's punishing them for the wrong sin and God won't like that.

    Well, I hope this has helped you in your predicament. I don't have quite the same suffering as you as I am 1) a girl, 2) do not have children 3) live in Australia, so my neighbors include New Zealand and Paupa New Guinea.

    You are very welcome.

    Source(s): Thankyou for the laughter XD!! I'm a 'crazy christian', but whilst i'm obsessive, I'm not all stickler sort of person, you know? I love how you played around with this.
  • 1 decade ago

    When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odor for the Lord - Lev.1:9. The problem is my neighbors. They claim the odor is not pleasing to them. Should I smite them?

    Jesus is the last needed sacrifice. You can stop with yours.

    I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus 21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her?

    Minimum wage is a must. Also, make sure she is well taken care of by the owner and returned when the debt is repaid. I would take a few more jobs if I were you to make the repayment time go quicker.

    I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness - Lev.15:19- 24. The problem is, how do I tell? I have tried asking, but most women take offense.

    DO NOT HAVE WITH CONTACT ANY BUT YOUR WIFE AND DAUGHTER SOLD INTO TEMPORARY SLAVERY. ASK THEM TO TELL YOU WHEN THEY MENSTRUATE. AND PUT THEM IN THE RED TENT.

    Lev. 25:44 states that I may indeed possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans, but not Canadians. Can you clarify? Why can't I own Canadians? YOU MUST HAVE EGYPTIANS JORDANIANS, SYRIANS AND LYBIANS, IT IS NOT WRITTEN TOO AMERICANS.

    I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself? NO HE IS VIOLATING GOD'S LAW.

    A friend of mine feels that even though eating shellfish is an abomination - Lev. 11:10, it is a lesser abomination than homosexuality. I don't agree. Can any of you settle this? DON'T DO EITHER AND IT WILL NOT APPLY TO YOU.

    Lev. 21:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. I have to admit that I wear glasses. Does my vision have to be 20/20, or is there some wiggle room here?

    JESUS IS THE NEW HIGH PRIEST YOU MAY WORSHIP FREELY

    Most of my male friends get their hair trimmed, including the hair around their temples, even though this is expressly forbidden by Lev. 19:27. How should they die? OF OLD AGE NATURALLY.

    I know from Lev. 11:6-8 that touching the skin of a dead pig makes me unclean, but may I still play football if I wear gloves? YE,S AS LONG AS THEY ARE NOT MADE FROM PIG

    My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev. 19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread (cotton/polyester). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? - Lev.24:10-16. Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev. 20:14) DON'T EAT THE CROPS. POLYESTER IS NOT A NATURAL FIBER, ACCEPT CHRIST FOR YOU SAVIOR!

  • 1 decade ago

    I think you need to take any of these requiring death up with the Levite Judges. Unless you are one yourself most of the death sentence ones would mark you for death sentence.

    OK here we go.: Sacrifice: No no smiting, perhaps a different time when they are not home.

    Salave daughter: Not sure you would have to check with your local black market dealer. Prices vary by location and quality of intended slave.

    Period: Well you are not supposed to have sex with anyone but a wife or bound concubine. I think most men can tell when it is that time of the month for their wife.

    Foriegn Slaves: Mexicans are cheaper and less likely to have a military response to the citizens being enslaved.

    Neighbor sabbath: Unless he is a Member of the Tribes of Israel, I think the law does not apply to him for this matter.

    Shellfish: Abomination=Abomination, although I believe the food ones have a period of uncleanness as opposed to a death penalty. Consult the Levites.

    Eyesight: The law there refers to injuries or infections, as long as you are not blind you are fine.

    Haircuts: I Think this is the section that requires a sin offering, not death.

    Football: I think the gloves would work, although most footballs are nylon nowadays

    Uncle blasphemy: Nope get the WHOLE town together and find enough stones, it would be cruel to run out halfway.

    Again I suggest seeking out a Levite Judge, be cause none of these sentences can be carried out without their judgement in the matter. If you do it on your own, you would be the murderer.

    Shalom, Troll

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  • Cyn
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    1 decade ago

    Starred because you kept me interested, mildly entertained and you undoubtedly went thur a lot of trouble to prove your point.

    Marble top!

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  • 1 decade ago

    No? No answers? I have half the same problems, I was really hoping someone could help...

  • 1 decade ago

    Oh, I see what you're doing...you sly dog you ;) Nice one.

  • 1 decade ago

    Idiot. wait IDIOT, there.

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