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Released from where? He's been dead over ten years.. 🤔

First, be seriously astounded that I'm there at all, if I'm there. Then, I'll look to see if my son is anywhere around. Then, I'll take a long nap. I have no plans or intentions.

Y'all carry on.. my thoughts have been expressed 🫡🤐

For the record, I always knew what it meant- it's a very old expression. I wondered if people here using the term so freely did.. 😕 @Dages wrote: I posit that it's more of a tiresome, disappointing shame that some Witnesses use such negative political verbiage to describe anything, let alone a fantasy film's casting. They are excellent actors.. period. And no, I'm not watching it. For the violence, spiritism and false gods, not the casting choices. Personally, I love and appreciate casting that allows for diversity where traditional casting isn't necessary. I see it a lot in British productions. Perhaps that explains Nolan's choices here? It happens in theatrical and opera casting ALL the time and it is glorious. Regardless, it's still wild to me that Witnesses would be upset to the level I've noticed here. Are we really so socially/ racially conscious? 🤔

Those examples are not equal. 😐 The Odyssey is an epic poem based on some historical places and events and many mythological creatures, not a biopic. Odysseus was not a real person, nor was anyone else. Helen of Troy, for instance, was half god-swan. What should she look like? 😏 "Woke" as in "stay woke" originally meant- for over a hundred years- a caution to stay awake, be aware of where systemic prejudice and social injustice were happening... don't sleep. It's been remarkable to see the expression co-opted, twisted, and redefined in a way that seems to try to mock or dismiss being aware of those things. It's sad to hear fellow Witnesses use that expression in the same twisted, political way. 😔 It is not neutral... and it can be uncomfortable to many "supposedly marginalized, oppressed groups". 🤨 It would be better, I think, for you brothers to stop imagining "woke" anythings- it is not a safe mindspace for a Christian. Get woke to that..

That is wild... that's all I can say about that wee rant. Oh, except that equity is a very nice thing. I fail to see how any film would or could promote such a "cult", but carry on, man.. 👀😒

🤔 It never occurred to me that this film *was* "woke" until @Jim Jam mentioned it. Perhaps making such a determination says more about our own personal thought process than the production? For me "woke" is not a descriptor for anything unless someone else brings it up. And even then, I probably wouldn't agree or be concerned. It's a non-issue for me 🤷🏽‍♀️ I don't care what racial background any actor is- that usually has little bearing on the character they are playing. My only concern is if they are good in the role. That's why it's called, "acting".

I wonder if our considering something "woke" or not edges towards non-neutrality? 🤔

I struggle to understand what this means.. 🤔 What do you think "woke" means?

Are you talking about my pic? I told it to use Northern California as the geo location.. this was my prompt: I like to think that's near Carmel..

Okay, here's my spot... I think I like it! Courtyard style homes are my jam... but this one is more like a U shape- open to the sea!

Which LLM is your favorite for this?

I realize it. And there are a lot of people who know how to do all that stuff. I'm sure it will be sorted properly. Jehovah gave us creative, innovative brains for a reason. I don't believe thousands of years of advancement and technology will disappear. Without greed and money as motivation, I believe our accomplishments will go beyond what we have even now and they will benefit everyone 🤩🥰

😄 Our ancestors probably didn't *want* to take that long.. what choice did they have? And I guaranTEE Mary would've liked a smoother journey to Bethlehem at nine months pregnant than on the back of a donkey! 😖😄 Jehu felt the need for speed to the point he was known for it.. imagine him getting his hands on a Ferrari! 😎 Once the ancestors come back and see what great strides in transport have been made, I don't think months traveling on a camel will hold as much charm anymore.. 😉

Let's talk about clean energy vehicles (including planes, trains, ships) because I'm not keen on walking or riding an animal everywhere- especially in my nice clothes on my way to a weddingor something. Even MORE especially across an ocean or mountain range... or it's raining or snowing or hot... ☺️ Who wants to take months to get anywhere?

Croatia is beautiful 😍 Personally, I prefer the climate/ geography of the Pacific Northwest or Northern California. I like forests, cool seaside, low humidity, rainy days, four seasons.. 🥰

I just noticed this. I pray for no new refineries. I grew up about a half mile from a Clark Oil refinery (Blue Island, Illinois) in the 1970s. It was absolutely horrible- the smoke pollution, the smell.. 🤢🤮 I was so happy to see it shut down. Long after we'd moved away from there, but still.. It is unimaginable and disgusting that the government or anyone believes that rebuilding those factories will make life better for anyone. They were a blight.

$4.60/ gallon at Safeway near me..

My favorite 😍

I only bring food for myself. Now that we meet at our Assembly Hall which is near several food spots, I've taken to just going to McDonald's or getting a sandwich from the nearby supermarket. Many friends do that in order to avoid the fuss of packing lunches. @LeolaRootStew you just gave me a good idea for one of my lunches next week! 🍣 🍚🥟🍤

Do the sisters get to sit and enjoy the meetings? We in the States used to have massive cooked meals for assemblies and conventions many years ago. But it was stopped because of how much labor and time it required of the friends. Between the set up, cooking, and cleaning, many would miss large portions of the programs. Now, each person/ family brings food from home for modest lunch breaks.. just to refresh. It seems to me that meals like you describe @Ishaya, especially in the heat, would induce sleepiness in the afternoons.. 🤔

Here's the NYT article describing the beginnings of the court case: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/25/arts/design/jehovahs-witnesses-nazis-lawsuit-museum.html?unlocked_article_code=1.uVA.8-xI.EICY-MaBTPE2&smid=nytcore-android-share

Both my comments were in regards to the ministry and how the Slave encourages us to go where the people are. Whether adjusting the times/ days we go door to door, engaging in cart/ public/ informal witnessing, or either directing people to or sharing videos from jw_pressroom- those are all excellent ways to share Jehovah's Organization with others. Why would anyone feel bad or left out? All ages are included, right? It's not an exclusive club.. 😖 I'm honestly puzzled that some seem to be viewing this new avenue as a dirty secret or something. The Slave has clearly endorsed it- let's advertise, advertise, advertise it! 💪🏼💥

What sort of algorithm do you have? I've been on socials since 2012 and I can't recall running into any apostate accounts. I'm only on Facebook and Instagram, not TikTok, but still..

That's too bad. 😞 I referenced the Pressroom in two different comments at meetings over the past month. It's a fantastic channel the brothers have provided- why be shy about it? 🤷🏽‍♀️