Sharing the Ascension Experience
Definitions: (1) possessing an old-fashioned charm; ; twee <affectedly quaint> (2) peculiar or unusual in an interesting or amusing way; (3) skillfully or cleverly made; (4) picturesque Poetry:A precious, mouldering pleasure ‘t isTo meet an antique book,In just the dress his century wore;A privilege, I think His quaint opinions to inspect,His knowledge to unfoldOn what … Read more
Definitions: (1) having a meaningful goal or an important aim; (2) determined; resolute Quotes:• Our purpose in life is to help others along the way. — Sandra Day O’Connor (1930–2023) American jurist, the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court• Life itself must be founded upon the infinite possibility for choice and accident; … Read more
Divine Definitions: (1) The Perfect Being; (2) The essential spirit; fine; (3) Clean; pristine; (4) Genuine; objectively real; (5) In harmony; one; (6) Self-evident; the initial a priori truth; indispensable; (7) Immaculate; impeccable; unadulterated; (8) Free from defects; faultless; spotless; (9) Indestructible; inviolate; (10) Untainted with evil or guilt; innocent; blameless; irreproachable Quote: Who shall … Read more
Definition: carefully observant of the appointed time; prompt; respectful of other people’s time Synonyms: exact, precise Compatible Qualities: organization, prepared, timely Quotes:• The trouble with being punctual is that nobody’s there to appreciate it. — Franklin Pierce Jones (1908-1980) American satirist & journalist• I have to work hard to be punctual, to not lose my … Read more
Definitions: (1) careful in the observance of the nicer points of behavior or ceremony; etiquette; (2) very exact; scrupulous Derivation: Latin, “a point” Quotes:• All truths are easy to understand once they are discovered; the point is to discover them. — Galileo di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de’ Galilei (1564-1642) Italian astronomer, physicist, & engineer• Truly good … Read more
Definitions: (1) moral beauty; attractive qualities of mind and soul; (2) physical comeliness and appeal; handsomeness; grace; that quality or form pleasing to the eye Derivation: Latin, “beautiful” Poem:For attractive lips, speak words of kindness.For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.For beautiful hair, let … Read more
Definition: exercising a disposition to advance the interest of the community; inclined to make private sacrifices for the public good Quotes:• Respond to every call that excites your spirit. — Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Rumi (1207–1273) Persian Sufi poet• It is my deepest belief that only by giving our lives do we find life. I am … Read more
Definitions: (1) lying outside the sphere of the physical sciences; moral or spiritual in origin or force; insight; (2) sensitive to nonphysical or supernatural forces and influences; marked by extraordinary perception, understanding, or insight; (3) pertaining to the soul; (4) originating out of the mind Derivation: Greek, “the soul” People Who Exemplify This Quality: The … Read more
Definitions: (1) wise or judicious in practical affairs; (2) discreet or circumspect; cautious but sensible; (3) careful in providing for the future; provident Derivation: Latin, “to separate or set apart,” “to distinguish” Synonyms: considerate, economical, frugal, sagacious, thoughtful Too Far: Looking into the future with fearful caution may lead to cowardice and failure. Dictum: Chance … Read more
Definition: tending to awaken or incite appetite or passion <his speech provoked my curiosity>; stimulating a specific response <her stories provoke laughter> Note: This is a quality with some negative connotations, but we are using it here in its best possible sense. Watch for the sensitivities of others when provoking interest. Keep your motives pure, … Read more