Morning Rundown: Damascus Airstrikes Spur Talk of Isaiah 17 War
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Damascus Airstrikes Spur Talk of Isaiah 17 War
As the war between Israel and Hamas continues, Christians are also paying attention to the skirmishes taking place between Israel and Iran-backed forces in Syria.
With the latest airstrikes hitting the outskirts of Damascus, the capital of Syria and one of the most ancient cities in the world, many are questioning whether the Isaiah 17 war is on the horizon.
Israeli airstrikes on Feb. 10 targeted locations near Damascus, as reported by the Syrian military. The attacks allegedly resulted in three casualties, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. While the strikes caused some material losses, it remains unclear if there were additional casualties.
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How to Keep Your Sanity in a Crazy Election Season
Have you ever seen an election year like 2024? We’re not just talking about the normal intensity of election fever, with the constant bombardment of political ads, dueling polls, and round-the-clock cable news coverage. No, this year is quite different.
On the one hand, a second faceoff between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump seems inevitable.
On the other hand, the future of both of these aging leaders is fraught with uncertainty. Will Biden be able to campaign and participate in debates, let alone lead for four more years? (Of course, many would say he is absolutely not fit to lead right now.)
The Connection Between Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday
As we approach both Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday, it can be asked, is there a connection between these two events?
While both holidays are about drastically different events, they do have some fascinating intersections and differences.
Both holidays are recognized by those of the Catholic faith.
Valentine’s Day is known for its name after St. Valentine, who it is believed may actually have been multiple different people, according to History.com. However, the act of heroism that St. Valentine is most acknowledged and celebrated for is secretly marrying couples during a time when Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage in order to make men better soldiers.{eoa}
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