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[dljbsp]

The mammals that lay eggs are called monotremes, and there are only 2 species of them in existence today. They are unique because, unlike most mammals, they reproduce by laying eggs. 

https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&docid=101970523&srctype=wol&srcid=share&par=26-38

[just1-4all]

5 hours ago, dljbsp said:

The mammals that lay eggs are called monotremes, and there are only 2 species of them in existence today. They are unique because, unlike most mammals, they reproduce by laying eggs. 

https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&docid=101970523&srctype=wol&srcid=share&par=26-38

I think Jehovah deliberately created monotremes to stump the Darwinian theorists. 

[dljbsp]

In the deep, mysterious realms of our solar system, far beyond the warmth of the Sun, lie the ice giants—Neptune and Uranus. Here, beneath the swirling storms and thick clouds of methane, an extraordinary phenomenon is believed to unfold.

 

As the pressure within the atmospheres of these distant planets rises to unimaginable levels, something remarkable happens. Carbon, in its simplest form, is compressed under the immense forces of nature. And then, in a dazzling transformation, these carbon atoms crystallize into diamonds—solid gems glittering in the unseen depths.

 

But unlike the gems we marvel at on Earth, these diamonds do not remain still. They fall. Cascading through the dense, turbulent atmosphere, they descend like rain—a rain of diamonds. Imagine, deep within the heart of Neptune and Uranus, a hidden storm of sparkling crystals, falling silently into the planet’s core. It is a spectacle that defies our comprehension, reminding us just how little we truly know about the wonders that lie beyond our world.

 

The universe is full of such surprises—where diamonds are not just treasures to be unearthed, but raindrops falling in the darkened skies of distant planets.

https://www.space.com/diamond-rain-atmosphere-uranus-neptune

[New World Explorer]

On 9/28/2024 at 4:27 AM, dljbsp said:

The mammals that lay eggs are called monotremes, and there are only 2 species of them in existence today. They are unique because, unlike most mammals, they reproduce by laying eggs. 

https://www.jw.org/finder?wtlocale=E&docid=101970523&srctype=wol&srcid=share&par=26-38

Australian Masterpieces 

[New World Explorer]

On 9/26/2024 at 11:03 PM, dljbsp said:

Interestingly, studies suggest that the brain’s creativity spikes during this time, as it processes information more freely without the constraints of conscious thought

I invented boardgame mechanic during sleep, wrote it down upon awaking … unfortunately lost the note … (it was so vivid and clear) Until today I just can’t believe how this happened. 

[just1-4all]

9 hours ago, New World Explorer said:

boardgame mechanic

Is this a new boardgame idea?

[Ostria]

There are mini recipes on the JW org website (not full recipes but ideas and stuff.... I was trying to see if eating medium rare steak was bad* and i found these

 

https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/101974768?q=Steak&p=doc

 

https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/d/r1/lp-e/101992488?q=Steak&p=doc

 

*from my understanding the red juices isnt blood its myoglobin but some people still say its blood

 

Edited October 1 by Ostria
Did the * part at the bottom

[dljbsp]

14 hours ago, Ostria said:

There are mini recipes on the JW org website

I was drooling after reading that article. And I just ate my lunch already. That was an enjoyable read, and will be interesting putting the recipes to use.

 

Thanks

[minister159]

The number forty is mentioned more times in the Bible than any other number. Coincidence? I don't think so.

[➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone]

2 hours ago, minister159 said:

The number forty is mentioned more times in the Bible than any other number. Coincidence? I don't think so.

How many times is it mentioned? 40?

[Tortuga]

2 hours ago, minister159 said:

The number forty is mentioned more times in the Bible than any other number. Coincidence? I don't think so.

I wonder why the number 40 is used so often. Where does it come from? It isn't the number of hours in a day, it isn't the number of lunar or solar days, it isn't the number of fingers and toes (I hope not). What does the number 40 relate to that would make it significant? 

 

This is an interesting read, but the number 40 doesn't get much explanation

https://www.jw.org/finder?srcid=jwlshare&wtlocale=E&prefer=lang&docid=1200003278

Edited October 1 by Tortuga

[➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone]

33 minutes ago, ➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone said:

How many times is it mentioned? 40?

The number 7(390); the number 20(313); and 'hundred' (372) all occur more times than the word 40 (134 - according to Strongs).

However, the Insight book does not list significance to all of these numbers. 

Edited October 1 by ➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone

[dljbsp]

The Marvelous Jumping Spider: A Master of Leaps

 

Ah, the remarkable jumping spider—more than 6,000 species strong, each a tiny acrobat in the grand theater of nature. With an unparalleled ability to leap many times their body length, these creatures are the epitome of agility. Their intricate, almost adorable faces, marked by large, forward-facing eyes, give them an endearing quality quite rare among arachnids. But do not be fooled by their appearance; these spiders are expert hunters, calculating each jump with precision. Anchoring themselves with a silk safety line, they soar through the air, securing their prey in swift, silent attacks.

 

As you lie in bed tonight, you might wonder: is one of these silent stalkers watching you with its keen, nearly 360-degree vision? Who knows? Sweet dreams.

 

[Tortuga]

The belief that we swallow an average of eight spiders in our sleep every year has become so ingrained in popular culture that many people now accept it as fact. The reality, however, is quite different: we swallow no spiders at all.

[trottigy]

47 minutes ago, Tortuga said:

The belief that we swallow an average of eight spiders in our sleep every year has become so ingrained in popular culture that many people now accept it as fact. The reality, however, is quite different: we swallow no spiders at all.

 

Unless you live in the Central Coast of California! MAN are there a LOT of spiders!!!

[Tortuga]

3 minutes ago, trottigy said:

 

Unless you live in the Central Coast of California! MAN are there a LOT of spiders!!!

I wonder if men with beards attract more bugs and spiders at night than men without beards...

[computerwiz]

1 hour ago, Tortuga said:

I wonder if men with beards attract more bugs and spiders at night than men without beards...

 

 

[Tortuga]

1 hour ago, computerwiz said:

 

 

 

[Pionner_who]

On 01/10/2024 at 18:03, ➕👇 ꓤꓱꓷꓠꓵ🎵Tone said:

Quantas vezes é mencionado? 40?

I believe it's more than forty times🤣🤣🤣

[fix it shop]

Just now, Tortuga said:

 

[Sheep]

6 hours ago, Tortuga said:

The belief that we swallow an average of eight spiders in our sleep every year has become so ingrained in popular culture that many people now accept it as fact. The reality, however, is quite different: we swallow no spiders at all.

Thank you very much. That is so reassuring!

[Tortuga]

1 hour ago, Sheep said:

Thank you very much. That is so reassuring!

OTOH, you can't believe everything you hear...

[fix it shop]

7 hours ago, WD-40 said:

I like the book he is looking at.    War and Peace

[dljbsp]

“The Adaptive Voices of Goats: Nature’s Social Chameleons”
 

In the vast, rugged landscapes where goats roam, we encounter one of nature’s most curious adaptations — the ability of these remarkable animals to communicate through sound. But not just any sound. Listen closely… can you hear it?

 

The bleats of these goats are not merely expressions of instinct but rather a complex language shaped by social interaction. Much like humans, who change their accents when moving to a new region, these goats adapt their calls based on the company they keep. Whether they’re in a close-knit family or a newly formed group, their bleats shift in pitch, rhythm, and tone.

 

It is a subtle symphony of survival — a way to bond, to communicate, and to belong. In their social hierarchies, it is essential for the goat to blend in, to harmonize. This acoustic flexibility serves them well, ensuring that no matter where they find themselves, they can always be understood by their herd.

 

In the end, what we are witnessing is not just the call of a goat but the expression of adaptability and social intelligence in one of nature’s most unexpected performers. Truly, the humble goat stands as a testament to the wonders of Jehovah's Creation

[Tortuga]

12 hours ago, WD-40 said:

I like the book he is looking at.    War and Peace

That reminds me of some unusual names that I have heard

 

Warren Peace

Justin Case

Paige Turner