Lahiru Thikshana

The Exodus of the people of Israel is not merely the gaining of political freedom; it is a powerful religious and cultural revolution. It is astonishing how a people who lived for centuries in Egypt as slaves built a new spiritual identity by challenging the sacred symbols of their masters. In this context, the worship of the calf is a direct declaration made against Amun and Khnum, who were among the most powerful gods in the Egyptian pantheon.

The Garden of Gethsemane is not merely another geographical location mentioned in the Bible; it is sacred ground that stands at the very center of Christian theology, where the destiny of the entire human race was decided.

Psalm 27 is a truly wonderful psalm that gives great strength to the heart. Bible scholars refer to it as a “Psalm of Confidence.” It was written by King David. This psalm can be divided into two parts: in the first part (verses 1–6) it speaks about unwavering trust in God, and in the second part (verses 7–14) it speaks about a prayer made while asking for help.