do I have a terrible attitude?
Jim West noted the passing of David Noel Freedman - an eminent and erudite Biblical Scholar. I noted in the comment:
It is indeed sad that David Freedman has gone on to be with the Lord, yet joyful that he has received his eternal promotion! - I am glad he leaves behind an amazing legacy and lots of books and articles for the rest of us to continue on with.Well, then the following comment says:
"Terribile auditu…"How so? He lived a long and rich life and has a rich legacy of biblical scholarship in the Christian community. Now he is with the Lord he loved. Is this not the goal of the Christian life? Correct me if I am wrong.
posted by Brian @ 1:51 PM
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7 Comments:
Brian,
I can't figure out what could be offensive by your statements.
Is it possible that Chis W. was trying to say that he is sad to hear about it (auditu = hearsay) or terrible news?
Just guessing and trying to make sense of it.
I found your attitude to be appropriate...sad for his family's loss but rejoicing in his promotion.
Yes Brian, you're a terrible, terrible person.
;-)
Just kidding. Alles gute!
maybe I misunderstood... misread auditu for attitude. my bad.
terribile auditu = i believe means ‘terrible news’ in latin, not ‘terrible attitude’. methinks the comment was towards the news of dr. freedman’s passing and not your comment.
i dunno. latin is not aramaic, so i might be off. ;-)
I hate revealing my own ignorance....
Don't feel bad, I immediately glossed over it with the same thought you did. "Terrible attitu..."
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