INSIGHT

INSIGHT 

Kentucky

Daniel Boone

Bethlehem Star

The Three Kings

John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

 

 

 "The scientist loves both the truth he discovers and himself so far as he discovers it"~~~Paul Tillich

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chess:  "Insight" "Kentucky" "Daniel Boone" "Star of Bethlehem" "The Three Kings"

Austria
Grossglockner
Thomas Mann

Job 19:25
“For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:” 

 

 

Grossglockner, Austria

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grossglockner, Austria
 
 

 

 

 THE PYRAMID OF MAJESTY:
The mountain’s form is a perfect pyramid, its slopes adorned with glaciers that glisten like diamonds in the sun.
As you gaze upward, the snowfield seems to stretch infinitely, merging seamlessly with the azure sky.
The Grossglockner stands as a testament to the timeless power of nature, its ancient rocks whispering tales of eons gone by.

 

 

 

 The name actually consists of two components:
“Gross”: This means “big” in German.
“Glockner”: The exact origin of this word is intriguing.
Some scholars believe it might be related to the German word “Glocke”, which means “bell”.
This association could be due to the mountain’s characteristic shape, resembling a bell.
Alternatively, it could be a Germanized version of the Alpine Slavic word “Klek”, which translates to “mountain”.
In fact, the Slovene name for Grossglockner is “Veliki Klek”, where “Veliki” means “big”.

 

 

 

 

Chess: "Austria" "Grossglockner" "Thomas Mann"

 

 

Thomas Mann (UK: /ˈmæn/, US: /ˈmɑːn/; German pronunciation: [ˈtoːmas ˈman]; 6 June 1875 – 12 August 1955) was a German novelist, short story writer, social critic, philanthropist, essayist, and the 1929 Nobel Prize in Literature laureate¹. His literary contributions are profound and multifaceted:

1. Epic Novels and Novellas:

   • Mann’s works are characterized by their symbolism and irony.
   • His novels and novellas delve into the psychology of artists and intellectuals.
   • Notable works include:
     • “Buddenbrooks”: His first novel, which portrays his family and class.
     • “The Magic Mountain”: An epic exploration of time, illness, and human existence.
     • “Death in Venice”: A haunting tale of obsession and decay.
     • “Joseph and His Brothers”: A retelling of biblical stories.
     • “Doctor Faustus”: A modern take on the Faust legend.

2. Influence and Critique:

   • Mann’s analysis and critique of the European and German soul draw from German and biblical narratives.
   • He engages with ideas from Goethe, Nietzsche, and Schopenhauer.
   • His exploration of the human psyche is both insightful and provocative.

3. Family and Legacy:

   • Mann hailed from the Hanseatic Mann family.
   • • 
       His older brother, Heinrich Mann, was a radical writer.
     • Three of Mann’s six children—Erika, Klaus, and Golo Mann—also became significant German writers.

   • Exile and Opposition:

     • When Adolf Hitler rose to power in 1933, Mann fled to Switzerland.
     • During World War II, he sought refuge in the United States.
     • Mann’s works exemplify the so-called Exilliteratur, produced by those who opposed the Nazi regime.

     • Personal Background:

       • Born in Lübeck, Mann came from a bourgeois family.
       • His mother, Júlia da Silva Bruhns, was of Brazilian, German, Portuguese, and Native Brazilian ancestry.
       • Mann’s exploration of identity, culture, and intellect resonates throughout his oeuvre.

     In summary, Thomas Mann’s literary legacy transcends borders, capturing the complexities of the human condition and the tumultuous times in which he lived. 📚🌟

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Oregon

Sturgeon

Sequoia

 

 

John 3:17

“For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Bright above him shone the heavens,

Level spread the lake before him;

From its bosom leaped the sturgeon,

Sparkling, flashing in the sunshine;

On its margin the great forest

Stood reflected in the water,

Every tree-top had its shadow,

Motionless beneath the water." ~~~Longfellow: Song of Hiawatha

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Let’s imagine a serene scene where a majestic giant sequoia tree stands tall, its branches reaching toward the heavens. The sunlight filters through the thick foliage, casting a warm glow on the forest floor. Birds nestle in its branches, and the air is filled with a sense of awe and wonder.

In this image, the sequoia represents God’s unwavering love and salvation. Just as the sequoia provides shelter and sustenance to countless creatures, God’s Son came not to condemn but to save—to offer hope, forgiveness, and eternal life.

May this image remind us of the boundless grace and compassion that God extends to all of us. 🙏🌿

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chess: "Oregon" "Sturgeon" "Sequoia"

Wellington

Wellington

Hiawatha

Frank Lloyd Wright

Gray Goose

 

 Isaiah 44:3

 “For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring:”

 

  The Song of Hiawatha

XXII. Hiawatha's Departure

 

By the shore of Gitche Gumee,
By the shining Big-Sea-Water,
At the doorway of his wigwam,
In the pleasant Summer morning,
Hiawatha stood and waited.
All the air was full of freshness,
All the earth was bright and joyous,
And before him, through the sunshine,
Westward toward the neighboring forest
Passed in golden swarms the Ahmo,
Passed the bees, the honey-makers,
Burning, singing in the sunshine.

 

 

 

Chess:  "Wellington" "Frank Lloyd Wright" "Gray Goose" "The Song of Hiawatha"