Neora @nltll

Born in 1748, she lived long enough to be photographed in 1852. (Pictured Mary Monroe Sanderson from Massachusetts)... Mary Monroe Sanderson is notable not because she was famous, but because of when she lived. She was born during the colonial era, nearly three decades before the American Revolution, and lived long enough to be photographed in the early days of photography—making her one of the earliest-born Americans ever captured on camera. In short, she is remembered as a living bridge between colonial America and the modern age. She likely grew up as a British subject, witnessed the creation of the United States, and lived through events such as the American Revolution, the signing of the Constitution, the War of 1812 and, the early Industrial Revolution. When she was born, photography did not exist. By the time of her photo, the daguerreotype had only recently been invented (1839), meaning her image represents a rare overlap between the 18th century and modern visual history. When Mary Monroe Sanderson was born in 1748, George Washington was just 16 years old, and no U.S. state existed yet. © Reddit #archaeohistories

The Young Turks vs. The Young Turks Watch Cenk and Ana’s radical flip over the years - from calling out antisemitic tropes and stereotypes to now perpetuating every single one of them against Israel. News flash: Using these slurs against Israelis and Zionists still counts as antisemitism.

Imagine a child at a bustling birthday party, eyes wide with wonder as a magician waves a wand and utters those enchanting words, “Abra Kadabra,” before pulling a rabbit from a hat. Little do they know, this playful incantation echoes through the corridors of time, carrying whispers from an ancient tongue spoken by Jewish communities centuries ago. Aramaic, a language rich in history and woven into the fabric of Jewish tradition, serves as the unexpected bridge between modern magic tricks and profound biblical concepts. Aramaic emerged as the lingua franca of the Near East during the Persian Empire, becoming the everyday speech of Jews in the Land of Israel and in exile in Babylon around the 6th century BCE. It supplanted Hebrew in daily life, yet preserved sacred elements, appearing in key portions of the Hebrew Bible, such as sections of the books of Daniel and Ezra. Later, vast tracts of the Talmud, the central text of rabbinic Judaism compiled between the 3rd and 6th centuries CE, were penned in Aramaic, capturing debates, stories, and laws that shaped Jewish thought. This language, with its earthy cadences and expressive vocabulary, remains a vital part of Jewish linguistic heritage, influencing prayers, rituals, and even modern Yiddish and Ladino dialects. Now, delve into the mystical phrase itself. “Abra Kadabra,” often stylised as “Abracadabra” in its fuller form, stems from Aramaic roots that evoke the power of creation through speech. Breaking it down, “Abra” appears as a variation of “Evra,” derived from the root “Bri’ah” (בריאה), meaning creation, a term that resonates from the very first chapter of Genesis where G-d forms the world. “Ka” functions as a connective particle, signifying “as” or “like,” a staple in both Hebrew and Aramaic grammar that links ideas with elegant simplicity. Finally, “Adabra” draws from the root “Dibur” (דיבור), denoting speech or utterance, so “adabra” translates to “I shall speak.” Together, the phrase אברא כדברא (avra k’davra) literally renders as: “𝐼 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑎𝑠 𝐼 𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑎𝑘.” This is no mere coincidence; it mirrors the biblical narrative where divine words bring existence into being, as when G-d declares, “Let there be light,” and light appears. In Jewish mysticism, particularly in Kabbalistic traditions, the act of speaking holds transformative power, symbolising how intention and articulation can shape reality. What began perhaps as a folk charm or amulet inscription in ancient times, documented as early as the 2nd century CE in Roman medical texts where it was used to ward off illness by inscribing it in a diminishing triangle, evolved into the quintessential magician’s spell we know today. In this way, “Abra Kadabra” transcends mere entertainment, serving as a living link to the ancient Hebrews’ worldview. It reminds us that words are not just sounds, but vessels of creation, capable of conjuring wonder from the ordinary. The next time you hear it at a party or on screen, pause and appreciate the depth beneath the dazzle, a testament to the enduring magic of language.

🚨 🇮🇷: We are completely different from Palestinian 🇵🇸 protesters . 🪧 Iranian🇮🇷 protester explains👇 We raise our host countries flag alongside ours .. We don’t burn 🔥 them , we don’t trash them !

I always used to think the Second Amendment in the U.S. Constitution was a stupid one. But after seeing what I’ve seen in Iran, I now think the Second Amendment is one of the smartest and most thoughtful parts of the U.S. Constitution. God bless America’s founders. They were wise people. 🇺🇸

For indigenous peoples of the Middle East, Islam did not arrive as progress but as a backward Arab imperial conquest — enforced through the sword, enslavement, forced conversion, and genocide. We are not Arabs. Persians, Yazidis, Arameans, Assyrians, Chaldeans, Armenians, Copts, Maronites, Kurds, Amazigh (Berbers), Nubians, Mandaeans, and Middle Eastern Jews are ancient, pre-Islamic high civilizations — not a footnote. Islam is an Arab religion, born in Arabia and spread through expansion, domination, and violence. We had high cultures that were erased or systematically destroyed by Islamic expansion.

Including my opening statement as well. Foreign influence is a major problem, but unfortunately the other side only discusses Israel. Why is Qatar buying American colleges? China sending their citizens to our schools? Russia conducting open espionage?

My God, this might be the loudest mic drop I’ve ever seen in the history of debating 🤭 bookmark and post every time a zombie PR Jihad propagandist comes at you with the AIPAC/Israel “aid” talking point 🔥

Crowd chanting for Hamas in NYC, then a synagogue burns in Mississippi days later. It’s a true scourge. As antisemitism rages in the world, I will always stand with the global Jewish community.

How dare you? Millions of us Iranians are in total darkness. The internet is shut down. People being killed and from the safety of the free world, you go on international media to repeat accusations the regime uses to kill them. That’s not analysis. That’s fuel. @piersmorgan

MIssissippi's largest synagogue destroyed in an arson attack on the Sabbath. The fact this isn't the biggest story of the morning, or the day so far, should tell you just how normalized anti-Semitic action is becoming. mississippitoday.org/2026/01/10/fir…

Do you want to see something incredible? This is an excavation of a 1st century synagogue in the city of Magdala, the home of Mary Magdalene. And it is extremely likely, that Jesus Christ visited and preached inside of this synagogue, And walked upon these floors.

Wow

Polymarket @Polymarket

7 months ago

BREAKING: U.S. District Attorney admits Minnesota Somali fraud has cost U.S. taxpayers nearly the entire GDP of Somalia.

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Please, share and spread awareness!! NY-Based Muslim Brotherhood Activist Bahgat Saber Threatens “Christian Dog” and “Son of a Bitch” Zakaria Botros, as Well as (Egyptian-American Political Analyst Magdi Khalil) :The Punishment for Cursing the Prophet Muhammad Is Beheading (Warning: Explicit Language) @magdi_khalil

Why are ancient coins written in Hebrew being dug up across modern Israel? Archaeologists do not rely on beliefs to identify ancient states. They rely on coins. In the 2nd and 1st centuries BCE, coins began appearing across Judea with something unusual for the time. Instead of Greek gods or imperial symbols, they carried Hebrew writing and Jewish imagery. These were not religious tokens. They were state-issued currency. The people who minted them were Jewish rulers from the Hasmonean dynasty, a family that rose to power after defeating Greek rule. By issuing their own coins, they were making a political statement understood everywhere in the ancient world. This land is ruled locally, not by an empire. These coins are found alongside fortresses, roads, and water systems dated to the same period. Together, they show taxation, administration, and territorial control. Empires wrote history in texts. States prove themselves in metal. The archaeological record leaves little doubt. A Jewish kingdom ruled here over 2,000 years ago, and it left evidence that cannot be rewritten.

@PerditaLost @CsTominaga @imPenny2x I had success trying a local chapter of mybsf.org Typically you need to find and join a group first but I think for 2 weeks anyone can join for the Book of Esther

@imPenny2x I like BSF.org Finding the right church can take time This can get you started right away w/step by step guidance & people to talk to while you look for the right place. I'm not Catholic but I also find Bishop Robert Barron inspiring & intellectually challenging

Matilda. She was 10 years old. Our hearts go out to her family. We are so deeply sorry for your tragic loss. Push play. Close your eyes. Think of her. Add your voice.

Many non-Westerners care more about the survival of the West than we do, because they deeply understand how rare and special it is. The problem with creating paradise is that your children will forget that it is a hard-won island in a sea of darkness.

أحمد شريف العامري @AhmedSharif

7 months ago

Why am I, as an Arab, more concerned about the West than the West itself?

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We should reward this family as well. Can someone set up a @gofundme?

New York Post @nypost

7 months ago

Heroic couple died in each other’s arms after trying to disarm Bondi Beach terrorists, devastating video shows trib.al/SaXpnxZ

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