Bodh Gaya, Trump Glitter

December 3, 2023

This image showcases a tranquil and picturesque scene of a traditional Japanese temple, captured during springtime. The temple buildings, with their classic red and white architecture, feature ornate roofing that is typical of historical Japanese design. The scene is set outdoors on a clear day, highlighted by the bright blue sky creating a vivid contrast against the red hues of the temple structures.
In the foreground, cherry blossoms are in full bloom, their delicate pink petals cascading downward, framing the temple beautifully. These blossoms are a quintessential symbol of spring in Japan, adding a sense of peace and renewal to the scene. The temple’s courtyard is spacious and clean, suggesting a place of reflection and meditation. The surrounding lush greenery hints at a serene natural setting, with the temple appearing to be nestled in the midst of a forest. This scene captures a harmonious blend of nature and architecture, evoking a sense of calm and cultural heritage.

7:15 PM

7:00 p.m. (b)

Yeah, I have massive plans for Buddhism. We're going to invest 2% of our budget, which is huge. It's much more than anyone else was investing, or even paying in through SL WF, as we can set that up. We will be building magnificent Buddhist buildings. Depending on demographics. So even Moslems, Christians, Hindus, we will build buildings for them and religious services. However, we will be leading the way, as they won't be able to interfere with our policymaking again.

In the image, there are four people posing together at what appears to be a formal event. The hint identifies one of them as President Trump, who is standing third from the left, wearing a dark suit and a striped tie. To his right is a woman in a black dress, and to his left is an older man in a red shirt and dark blazer. The woman on the far left is dressed in a pink, patterned gown. They are all smiling and standing close together, suggesting a friendly and social atmosphere. Given the setting, it looks like an evening event, possibly a gala or party, with dim lighting enhancing the formal attire of the group. The background is dark, focusing attention on the individuals in the foreground.

9:15 PM

9:00 p.m.

Keri Hilson - Pretty Girl Rock

https://youtu.be/HtXOVKNazYU

[Intro]

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Don't hate me 'cause I'm beautiful (Hey)

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9:15 PM (b)

9:15 p.m.

[Verse 3]

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Cameras flashing (Hey), daddy turned his head as soon as I passed him (Mm)

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The image depicts President Trump in an indoor setting, surrounded by a crowd. He is wearing a dark suit with a white shirt and a red tie, complemented by a small U.S. flag pin on his lapel, which is a typical accessory for public appearances. The lighting appears somewhat dim, casting shadows on his face, but his distinctive hairstyle and confident demeanor are noticeable.
President Trump is holding a "Playboy" magazine prominently in his hand. The magazine's cover features the title "PLAYBOY," with the subtitle "ENTERTAINMENT FOR MEN" beneath it. The cover includes a headline about a "DONALD TRUMP INTERVIEW," suggesting this edition features content related to him. There is an image of a woman in a dress and a man in a tuxedo on the cover, likely related to the interview or feature article.
The scene seems to capture a candid moment, potentially at a public or promotional event, with several people around, some engaged in conversation. The atmosphere appears lively, with individuals in professional attire, indicating a formal or semi-formal occasion.

9:15 PM (c)

9:30 p.m.

[Chorus]

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No question that this girl's a ten (Oh-oh)

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10:15 PM

10:15 p.m.

I met Ranil. He's pretty short. Bill is apparently 1.77 m or 5' 9". I have told ████████ not to wear high heels near me.

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2:15 AM

Sri Lanka -- Bodh Gaya:

https://youtu.be/MKRHWT6xdEU

And, did Those Feet -- in ancient times

Walk upon Tambapanni's shores?

And, "Thus Have I Heard, the Blessed One"

On Serendip's Sripada was seen?

And, did His Luminous Mind

Light up brightly our treasure island?

And, was Mahiyangana builded here

Among those Nagas and Yakkhas?

Free me from Dukkha of my Bhavachakra

Free me from Samudaya of Tanha

Free me with Nirodha: 'O Nirvana attain!

Free me with our Sangha of Dharma

I will not cease from Samsara,

Nor shall I stray -- from Magga

'Til we have built Bodh Gaya

In Sri Lanka's divine, sacred land

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Notes:

1. Thambapanni is a 540s BC ancient name for Sri Lanka:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingdom_of_Tambapanni

2. King Vijaya walked upon Sri Lanka's shores in 543 BC to meet inhabitants:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Vijaya

3. Tripitaka discourses often begin with, "Thus Have I Heard" and refer to Buddha as, "The Blessed One":

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thus_have_I_heard

4. Serendip is old name for Sri Lanka from which stems the word "serendipity". Predates "Ceylon" which the British called Sri Lanka:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Names_of_Sri_Lanka

5. Sri Pada or Adam's Peak is where Adam laid his feet upon his fall from the Garden of Eden. Buddhists claim it is where Buddha landed his feet, marking his footprint, during his ancient times visit to Sri Lanka:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam%27s_Peak

6. Prabhasvara is the artistically portrayed light emanating from Buddha's head, which is said to have spread a lengthy distance:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prabashvara

Similar to Christ, this was a phenomena in folklore. Buddha is referred to with capitalized H as a pronoun "His" as Jesus is referred to in the Holy Bible.

7. Sri Lanka is similar to fictional Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treasure_Island

8. Mahiyangana is a temple that was built during the time of the Buddha. This was built to honor him for his wisdom solving a conflict between the Nagas and Yakkhas who lived over 2,500 years ago, according to folklore, in Sri Lanka:

Nagas are snakes, and Yakkhas are demons, alluding to Bible's Genesis and possibly Serpent Lucifer and Satan:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mahiyangana_Raja_Maha_Vihara

9. Dukkha is the Hindu Buddhist Jain concept of suffering:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Du%E1%B8%A5kha

10. Luminous Mind or existential realms are what Buddha taught were many realities and realms or dimensions:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Luminous_mind

The following terms refer to the Four Noble Truths of Suffering:

11. Samudaya is the origin of conceptual suffering:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Four_Noble_Truths#Mnemonic_set

12. Taṇhā is desire or more accurately, attachment which leads to suffering owing to unavoidable loss due to impermanence and the cycle of rebirth:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ta%E1%B9%87h%C4%81

13. Nirodha is path to ending suffering:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nirodha

14. Nirvana is the full release of worldly attachment:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhist_paths_to_liberation

15. Sangha are Monks, Nuns (female), Laymen and Laywomen, but in a general colloquial sense, refers to the Monks:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangha

16. Dharma are the teachings of the Buddha (and Hindus):

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dharma#:~:text=In%20Hinduism%2C%20dharma%20is%20one,%22right%20way%20of%20living%22.

In Buddhism, the "Buddha, Dharma and Sangha" are equivalent to Roman Catholic "the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit" or the 'Holy Ghost':

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Refuge_(Buddhism

17. Samsara is what the cycle of reincarnation or existence or our perception of endless, universal reality is known as in Buddhism:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sa%E1%B9%83s%C4%81ra_(Buddhism

18. The Noble Eightfold Buddhist Path explains in 8-steps how to end or cease conscious existence in Samsara:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noble_Eightfold_Path

A foundational belief in Buddhism is that "life is suffering" due to the impermanent or temporary nature of all things.

19. Magga is a Buddhist key and distinct concept which distinguishes Buddhism from Hinduism and Jainism--it means, "Middle Path" or "Balanced Way", where you stray away from extremes.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhist_paths_to_liberation

20. Poya occurs every full moon, Buddhists observe Uposatha. This is similar to the Jewish Saturday Sabbath, Islamic Friday Prayers or Juma or Christian Lord's Day. Some adherents observe both New Moon vand Full Moon:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poya

21. Bodh Gaya is arguably the most sacred site in Buddhism as it is where Buddha attained enlightenment:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodh_Gaya

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- Title: "Tanka Love Poems Collection"

2:15 AM (b)

# Her Too -- Love Story:

https://youtu.be/8xg3vE8Ie_E

[Verse 1]

We were both young 👦 👧 when I first saw you

I close my eyes 🙈 , and the flashback 💭 starts

I'm standing there 🙂 🩱

In a Midsummer Night's Dream 🧚 ("Playboy Mansion" 🐰 )

See the stars, see the party, the body paint 🎊✨🌠

See you make your way through the crowd

And say, "Hello" 👋

Little did I know 🤔

[Pre-Chorus]

That you were Romeo, you were skipping pebbles 🎳

And Raja said, "Stay away from Naomi" 👨‍👧

And you were crying on the staircase 😥😭

Begging me (Daniela), "Please do anal 👌 🕳 ," and I said:

[Chorus]

Romeo, take me (Marianne) somewhere we can be alone

I'll be waiting, all there's left to do is run 👙🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

You'll subscribe and I'll be treat of the month 🎥

It's a love story, Tammy, just say "Yes" 😉

[Verse 2]

So I (Shamini) sneaked out to the garden 🌴 to see you 👙

We keep quiet 🙊 , 'cause we're dead ☠ if she knew 🦩

So close your eyes 🙈 🦜🦚😍

Escape this town 🌇🌃 for a little while, oh, oh

[Pre-Chorus]

'Cause you were Romeo, I was in Scarlet Blue 👙📰

And my (Maria) boyfriend said, "Stay away from that slut" 🤬

But you were everything to me 💏🥰

I was begging him, "Please don't hang up 👿 ," and I said:

[Chorus]

Romeo, take me (Adelina) somewhere we can be alone

I (Bazena) will be waiting, all there's left to do is run 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

You'll be Hef 🤴 and I'll be the Playmate 👸👯‍♀️👯👯‍♂️ 🐿

My room is so cosy, baby, just say "Yes" 👙💖💌💋

Romeo, save me (Teresa), they're trying to tell me how to feel

This love is difficult, but it's real 👙💐🌹🌷

Don't be afraid, we'll make it out of this mess 😄🥳

It's a love story, Nitya, just say "Yes" 💗💞

[Post-Chorus]

Oh, oh

[Bridge]

I (Pooja) got tired of waiting 🌄🌅🌉

Wondering if you were ever coming around 😟

My (Sasha) faith in you was fading 🥀😥

When I met you on the outskirts of town 🏙🌆

[Breakdown]

And I ("Gabi's friend") said, "Romeo, save me, I've been feeling so alone 👙😖😣

I keep waiting for you but you never cum 🥺 🍾💦

Is this in my hair 🤦‍♀️ ? I don't know if it will stick" 🙉

He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring, and said

[Chorus]

"Marry me, Pauline, you'll never have to be alone 💗

I love you ❤ , and that's all I really know 💑🙃😀

My PR guy (Jonathan Hirshon) lied* to your dad, go pick out a (Sophia Leone's) white dress (in Blacked) 👰

It's a love story, Casi, just say 'Yes'" 💘

[Outro]

Oh, oh, oh 💝

Oh, oh, oh 😘

'Cause we were both young when I first saw you 👶

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2:30 AM

Aisha -- Colors of Allah:

https://youtu.be/O9MvdMqKvpU

You think I'm an evil "terrorist"

/ تعتقد أنني "إرهابي" شرير

And you've read so much news

/ وقد قرأت الكثير من الأخبار

I guess it must be so

/ أعتقد أنه يجب أن يكون كذلك

But still I cannot see

/ لكن ما زلت لا أستطيع الرؤية

If the "terrorist" is me:

/ إذا كان "الإرهابي" أنا:

How can there be so much that you don't know?

/ كيف يمكن أن يكون هناك الكثير مما لا تعرفه؟

You - don't - know...

/ أنت - لا - تعرف ...

You think you own whatever land you blow up

/ تعتقد أنك تمتلك أي أرض تفجرها

Tehran is just a dead trophy you can claim

/ طهران مجرد كأس ميت يمكنك المطالبة به

But I know every Man and Woman and Child

/ لكني أعرف كل رجل وامرأة وطفل

Has a life, has a spirit, has a name

/ له حياة ، له روح ، له اسم

You think the only people who are people

/ تعتقد أن الناس هم الوحيدون

Are the people who look and think like you

/ هم الأشخاص الذين يشبهونك ويفكرون مثلك

But if you walk the footsteps of Hagar

/ ولكن إذا مشيت على خطى هاجر

You'll learn things - you never knew - you never knew

/ ستتعلم أشياء - لم تعرفها أبدًا - لم تعرفها أبدًا

Have you ever heard the wolf cry to the crescent moon

/ هل سمعت من قبل عن صرخة الذئب صرخة الهلال

Or asked the hyacinth macaws why they sing?

/ أم يسأل الببغاوات الصفير لماذا يغنون؟

Can you sing with all the voices of Ishmael?

/ ممكن تغني بكل اصوات اسماعيل؟

Can you pray with all the colors of Yahweh?

/ هل تصلي بكل ألوان الرب؟

Can you pray with all the colors of G-d?

/ هل تصلي بكل ألوان الرب؟

Come slide down the sand dunes of the desert

/ تعال وانزلق أسفل الكثبان الرملية للصحراء

Come smell the sunsweet saffron of Iran

/ تعال شم رائحة الزعفران الإيرانية

Come roll like oil drums all around you

/ تعال تدور مثل براميل الزيت من حولك

And for once, never wonder what they're worth

/ ولمرة واحدة ، لا تتساءل أبدًا عن قيمتها

The desert storm martyrs are my brothers

/ شهداء عاصفة الصحراء إخواني

The Sunnis and Shias are my friends

/ السنة والشيعة أصدقائي

And we are all connected to each other

/ وكلنا مرتبطون ببعضنا البعض

In a circle, in a hoop that never ends

/ في دائرة ، في حلقة لا تنتهي أبدًا

How high does Burj Khalifa grow?

/ ما هو ارتفاع برج خليفة؟

If you tear it down, then you'll never know

/ إذا هدمتها ، فلن تعرف أبدًا

And you'll never hear the wolf cry to the crescent moon

/ ولن تسمع أبدًا صراخ الذئب إلى قمر الهلال

For whether we are white or copper skinned

/ سواء كنا بشرة بيضاء أو نحاسية

We need to sing with all the voices of Ismail

/ نحتاج أن نغني بكل أصوات إسماعيل

We need to pray with all the colors of El Roi

/ نحتاج للصلاة بكل ألوان "الروعي"

You can own the Earth and still

/ يمكنك امتلاك الأرض ولا يزال

All you'll own is earth until

/ كل ما ستمتلكه هو الأرض حتى

You can pray with all the colors of Allah

/ يمكنك أن تصلي بألوان الله

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G-d/ Allah (الله):

Adam [אָדָם‎‎], Seth [שֵׁת‎‎], Enos [אֱנוֹשׁ], Kenan [קֵינָן‎‎], Mahalalel [מַהֲלַלְאֵל], Jared [יֶרֶד‎], Enoch [חֲנוֹךְ‎‎], Methuselah [מְתוּשֶׁלַח], Lamech [לֶמֶךְ‎], Noah [נֹחַ‎‎], Shem [שֵׁם], Arpachshad [אַרְפַּכְשַׁד], , Selah [שֶׁלַח], Eber [עֵבֶר‎], Peleg [פֶּלֶג], Reu [רְעוּ], Serug [שְׂרוּג], Nahor [נָחוֹר], Terah (תֶּרַח) + wife: Edna [עדנה] =

Abraham/ Ibrahim (إِبْرَاهِيْمُ):

Ishmael/ Ismail (إسماعيل), Kedar (كة قيدار), Thaabit (ثابت); Shahab (شاهاب), Al Hamisa' (حابس), Al Yasa' (الياسى), Tabrah (طبرة), Nahuur (ناحور) = Maquum (ماكوم), Yaziid (يزيد), Adad (أداد), Adnan (عدنان), Ma'ad (معد);

Nizar (نزار), Mudhar (مضر), Ilyas (إلياس), Mudrikah (مدركة), Khuzaimah (خزيمة) = Kinanah (كنانة), al-Nadr (النضر), Malik (مالك), Fihr (فهر), Ghalib (غالب); Lu'ay (لؤي), Ka'b (كعب), Murrah (مرة), Kilab (كلاب), Qusai (قصي) = Abd Manaf (عبد مناف), Hashim (هاشم), Abd al-Muttalib (عبد المطلب), Abd Allah (عبد الله) =

Prophet Muhammad (محمد) =

1. Qasim ibn Muhammad (598 – 601)--| 2. Zainab bint Muhammad (599 – 629),, Umamah bint Abi al-As,, Hilal ibn Ali--| 3. Ruqayyah bint Muhammad (601 – 624),, Abdullah ibn Uthman--| 4. Umm Kulthum bint Muhammad (603 – 630)--|

6. Abdullah ibn Muhammad (611 – 615)--| 7. Ibrahim ibn Muhammad (630 – 632)--|

5. Fatimah bint Muhammad (605 – 632) + husband:

ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib =

1. Hasan ibn Ali = 1.11. Fatima bint Hasan: 1.11.1. Muhammad al-Baqir: 1.11.1.1. Ja'far al-Sadiq: 1.11.1.1.1. Musa al-Kadhim (Twelvers, 85% Shia Islam), 1.11.1.1.2. Isma'il ibn Ja'far (Ismailis)

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Sunni Caliph (Rashidun): 1st= Abu Bakr (أَبُو بَكْرٍ); 2nd= Umar (عمر); 3rd= Uthman (عثمان);

Caliph (Umayyad) 1st= Mu'awiya I (معاوية); 2nd= Yazid I (يزيد بن معاوية); 3rd= Muawiya ibn Yazid (معاوية بن يزيد); 4th= Marwan I (مروان بن الحكم); 5th= Abd al-Malik (عبد الملك); 6th= Al-Walid I (الوليد الأول); 7th= Sulayman ibn Abd al-Malik (سليمان بن عبد الملك); 8th= Umar II (عمر بن عبد العزي); 9th= Yazid II (يزيد بن عبد الملك); 10th= Hishām ibn ‘Abd al-Malik (هشام بن عبد الملك); 11th= Al-Walid ibn Yazid (الوليد بن يزيد)

4th Rashidun Caliph/ Shia Imam: 1st = Ali ibn Abi Talib / Fatima bint Hasan's husband (عَلِيّ); 2nd= Hasan ibn Ali (حسن بن علي); 3rd= Husayn ibn Ali (حسين بن علي)

The image is a classic painting titled "Christ in the House of Martha and Mary." It depicts a biblical scene in a dimly lit indoor setting. Three figures are present: Christ, Martha, and Mary. Christ is seated on the right, wearing a dark robe with a pink flower added humorously to his hair. He gestures towards Mary, who sits on the left, resting her chin in her hand with a thoughtful expression. Martha stands behind them, holding a basket of bread, engaged in conversation. The women wear traditional clothing with headscarves, in earthy tones of red, blue, and white. The background is shadowy, adding depth to the intimate scene. The style is typical of a classical painting, with soft brushwork and a focus on religious themes. The added elements, like the flower and the letter "L" on Christ's robe, give a playful twist to the otherwise solemn depiction.

2:30 AM (b)

Apostles -- Don't Stop Believing:

https://youtu.be/1x9YACdBUrU?t=49

Just a Virgin Mum

Livin' in a scary world

Priests followed a star to find her

Just a carpenter

Born and raised in Bethlehem

Jesus taught us with parables

Usury on temple grounds

Magdalene bought perfume

With a touch he can raise Lazarus

It goes on and on, and on, and on

Strangers, waitin'

Up and down Jerusalem

Their shadows

Searchin' in the night

Streetlamps, people

Livin' just to find Him

Hidin' somewhere in the night

Widow's son in Nain

Everybody wants a view

Doin' anything to touch Him

Just one more time

Some will win

Some will lose

Some were born to see Him rise

Oh, the book never ends

It goes on and on, and on, and on

Strangers waitin'

Up and down Jerusalem

Their shadows

Searchin' in the night

Streetlamps, people

Livin' just to find Him

Hidin' somewhere in the night

Don't stop believin'

Hold on to that glory

Streetlamps, people

Don't stop, believin'

Hold on

Streetlamps, people

Don't stop believin'

Hold on to that glory

Streetlamps, people

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Footnotes:

YHWH or G-d (יהוה):

Shem [שֵׁם], Arpachshad [אַרְפַּכְשַׁד], , Selah [שֶׁלַח], Eber [עֵבֶר‎], Peleg [פֶּלֶג], Reu [רְעוּ], Serug [שְׂרוּג], Nahor [נָחוֹר], Terah [תֶּרַח] + ♀ wife: Edna [עדנה]

Abraham [אַבְרָהָם] + ♀ wife: Sarah [שָׂרָה‎], Isaac [יִצְחָק‎‎], Jacob [יַעֲקֹב‎]:

Tribe 3 Levi [לֵוִי‎]:

Kehath [קְהָת], Amram [עַמְרָם‎], ♀ sister: Miriam [מִרְיָם]:

Aaron [אַהֲרֹן], Moses [מֹשֶׁה]

Tribe 4 Judah [יְהוּדָה‎] :

Perez [פֶּרֶץ‎], Hezron [חֶצְרוֹן‎], Ram [רם], Amminadab [עַמִּינָדָב], Nahshon [נַחְשׁוֹן], Salmon [שַׂלְמוֹן], Boaz [בֹּעַז], Obed [עוֹבֵד], Jesse [יִשַׁי],

King David [דָּוִד‎], Solomon [שְׁלֹמֹה‎], Rehoboam [רְחַבְעָם], Abijam [אֲבִיָּם‎], Asa of Judah [אָסָא‎‎], Jehoshaphat [יְהוֹשָׁפָט‎], Jehoram of Judah [יְהֹורָם], Ahaziah of Judah [אֲחַזְיָה], Athaliah [עֲתַלְיָה‎], Jehoash of Judah [יְהוֹאָשׁ]

Amaziah of Judah [אֲמַצְיָהוּ], Uzziah [עֻזִּיָּהוּ], Jotham [יוֹתָם‎], Ahaz [אָחָז], Hezekiah [חִזְקִיָּהוּ], Manasseh of Judah [מְנַשֶּׁה‎], Amon of Judah [אָמוֹן], Josiah [יֹאשִׁיָּהוּ‎], Jehoahaz of Judah [יְהוֹאָחָז], Jehoiakim [יְהוֹיָקִים]

Jeconiah [יְכָנְיָה], Zedekiah [צִדְקִיָּהוּ‎],

Tribe 11 Joseph :

Ephraim [אֶפְרָיִם], Tehan [תחן], Laadan [לעדן], Ammihud [עַמִּיהוּד], Elishama [אלישמע], Nun [נונה], Joshua [יְהוֹשֻׁעַ], Eleazar [אֶלְעָזָר‎], Eli [עלי‎], Phinehas [פִּינְחָס‎], Ichabod [אִיכָבוֹד], Ahitub [אֲחִיטוּב]

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Tribe 4 King David [דָּוִד‎]:

MATTHEW: David's 2nd son Solomon, Rehoboam, Abijah, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Jehoram, Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, Hezekiah, Manasseh, Amon, Josiah, Jeconiah, Shealtiel, Zerubbabel,Abiud, Eliakim, Azor, Zadok, Achim, Eliud, Eleazar, Matthan, Jacob, Joseph, Jesus

LUKE: David's 4th son Nathan, Mattatha, Menan, Melea, Eliakim, Jonam, Joseph, Judah, Simeon, Levi, Matthat, Jorim, Eliezer, Jose, Er, Elmodam, Cosam, Addi, Melchi, Neri, Salathiel, Zorobabel, Rhesa, Joannan, Juda, Joseph, Semei, Mattathias, Maath, Nagge, Esli, Naum, Amos, Mattathias, Joseph, Jannai, Melchi, Levi, Matthat, Heli, Joseph, Jesus

Sheryl Sandberg and Dave Goldberg are depicted in this image. It's a nighttime scene with a dark background, suggesting an outdoor setting. Sheryl Sandberg is wearing a white outfit and has a large pink flower in her hair, adding a vibrant touch. She is affectionately kissing Dave Goldberg on the cheek, who is seated and smiling warmly. Dave is wearing glasses and a dark shirt. The two are sharing a tender moment, and their expressions convey happiness and contentment. The lighting is soft, focusing primarily on them, creating an intimate and relaxed atmosphere. Both display watches on their wrists, hinting at their style. The overall composition highlights a personal and joyful interaction between the two individuals.

2:45 AM

Dave Goldberg -- Internet Geek:

https://youtu.be/FC3y9llDXuM

[Verse 1]

Her name is Sheryl

I have a dream about her

She rings my bell

I got Survey Monkey in half an hour

Oh, how she rocks

In McKinsey and Company

But she doesn't know who I am

And she doesn't give a damn about me

[Chorus]

'Cause I'm just an internet geek, baby

Yeah, I'm just an internet geek, baby

Play Settlers of Catan maybe with me

Ooh

[Verse 2]

Her boyfriend's a loser

And he sleeps with a loaded gun

And he'd simply kick

My ass if he knew the truth

He's in the Navy SEALS

And he serves in Iraq

But he doesn't know who I am

And he doesn't give a damn about me

[Chorus]

'Cause I'm just an internet geek, baby

Yeah, I'm just an internet geek, baby

Play Settlers of Catan maybe with me

Ooh

[Bridge]

Oh, yeah, nerd, no, she doesn't know what she's missin'

[Verse 3]

Man, I'm over the moon

It's date night and I am hopeful

Lo and behold

She's falling asleep on me

This must be fake

My lip starts to shake

How does she know who I am?

And why does she give a damn about me?

Sheryl Sandberg:

I've got two tickets to this movie, David

Come with me Friday, don't say "maybe"

I'm just an internet geek, Dave, like you

Ooh

[Outro]

Oh, yeah, nerd, no, she doesn't know what she's missin'

This vibrant medieval illustration features an intricate depiction of fantastical creatures set against a richly detailed blue background. On the left, a multi-headed dragon with orange tones is depicted, each head uniquely crafted, capturing a sense of mythical ferocity. The dragon's wings are spread, showcasing detailed scales and a fiery hue that contrasts with the cool blue backdrop. On the right, another mythical beast with multiple heads is portrayed. This creature is adorned with a crown on each head, adding a regal and mysterious aura to its appearance. The creatures are engaged, each holding a staff, symbolizing a connection or conflict. The background is filled with swirling floral patterns, enhancing the tapestry's intricate design. The use of vivid colors and detailed patterns reflects the traditional style of medieval art, creating a scene that is both captivating and enigmatic.

2:45 AM (b)

Jonathan Hirshon -- Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason:

https://youtu.be/hEcjgJSqSRU

A Long, Long Time Ago

In an ISLAND - Far Away

COLOMBO was - under an ATTACK ¹

And I thought ME and OBAMA ²

Could talk the LTTE into

MAYBE - cutting them - a little slack

But their RESPONSE, it didn't thrill us

They loaded MORTAR BOMBS - and tried to HIT us ³

WE ESCAPED from that blast

Then met M R and Hansa ⁴

We took a CHOPPER from the scene ⁵

And we went to KANDY - to see Teeth ⁶

We all wound up in a PERAHERA ⁷

That's where, we found, this BOY-...

-Oh-

My, My, This Here - LEHAN guy

May be TRUMP someday later, now he's just a small fry

And he left his HOME - and kissed his AMMI goodbye

Sayin', "SOON I'm Gonna Be A MASON":

"Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason".

Did You Know This THIRD-WORLD THUG

Isn't even COOL enough to snort? ⁸

"But he can SPEAK ENGLISH", they say

Ah, do you see HIM hit'n on "Casi"? ⁹

Though he's TOO PEAKY- and she's an AKKI

Yeah, he's probably gonna 'HIRE' her someday

Well, I Know he built a WIX website ¹⁰

And I've heard how QUICK his mouth can go

And we were BROKE, it's true

So we made a WAGER or two ¹¹

He was a good-for-nothin' lyin' THIEF

And The Minute THILANGA signed off that deal

Well, I knew who would STEAL proceeds ¹²

Oh Yes!, it was - our BOY!

WE Started Singin'

My, my, this here LEHAN guy

May be HEFNER someday later, now he's just a jerk off

And he left his HOME - and kissed his AMMI* goodbye

Sayin', "Soon I'm Gonna Be A MASON":

"Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason".

Now We FINALLY Got To "Pricing Talks"

The Telco Chairman we KNEW would want

To see how GOOD - the boy could be

So We Took him there - and we told the TALE -

How his IMAGINATION was off the scale

And he might - fulfill 'that PROPHECY' ¹⁴

Oh, The PRESIDENT was impressed, of course-

Could he bring balance to the FORCE?

They interviewed the KID

Oh, BRIBERY they forbid! ¹⁵

Because CHANNA sensed in him much fear- ¹⁶

And BHANTE said "Now LISTEN here ¹⁷

Just STICK it in your pointy ear

I still will TEACH this boy"

HE Was Singin'

My, My, This Here LEHAN guy-

May be ZUCKERBERG later, now he's just a startup

And he left his HOME - and kissed his AMMI goodbye

Sayin', "Soon I'm Gonna Be A MASON":

"Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason".

We Caught A Ride Back HOME To DC-

'Cause JAGATH Sumathipala wanted to

I FRANKLY would've liked to STAY

We All Fought in that CIVIL WAR -

And it wasn't LONG AT ALL before

Little HOTSHOT - signed his deal and - saved the day!

And In The END, some haters cried-

Some FIRMS closed up and some CEOs fired

WARNAKULASURIYA was croakin' ¹⁸

-The, bitch, was, ritually, stoned- ¹⁹

And The MASON I admire most

Met up with SHAVENDRA - and now he's TOAST ²⁰

Well, I'm still HERE - and he's a GHOST

I GUESS, I'll TRAIN, this BOY...

And I Was SINGIN'

My, My, this here LEHAN guy

May be LEE KUAN YEW later, now he's just a small guy

And he left his HOME - and kissed his AMMI goodbye

Sayin', "Soon I'm Gonna Be A MASON":

"Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason".

We Were SINGIN'-

My, my, this here LEHAN guy

May finish UPALI's dream, now he's just DREAMIN'

And he left his HOME - and kissed his AMMI goodbye

Sayin', "Soon I'm Gonna Be A Mason".

This image is a collage featuring a collection of portraits and photographs of various historical figures and celebrities. The layout consists of five rows with four images each, creating a grid format. Each figure’s image is accompanied by their name written in capital letters underneath. The first row includes Louis Armstrong, Benjamin Franklin, King George VI, George Washington, Winston Churchill, Douglas MacArthur, and Buzz Aldrin, showcasing a mix of musicians, political leaders, and astronauts. The second row presents Harland Sanders, Horatio Nelson, Thomas Lipton, Lehan Edirisinghe, Jacques Huyghebaert, Franklin Roosevelt, and Henry Ford, indicating a range of influential individuals from different sectors such as fast food, military, and automotive industries.
The third row includes Wolfgang Mozart, Shaquille O'Neal, Stamford Raffles, Sohli Captain, Steve Wozniak, Alexander Fleming, and King James VI and I, further diversifying the collage with figures from music, sports, technology, and science. The portraits vary from painted artworks to modern photographs, encapsulating different artistic styles and periods. Some individuals are adorned with playful flower embellishments, adding a humorous or whimsical touch to the otherwise formal presentation. The expressions and attire of each person reflect their historical or cultural context, with classical clothing and accessories such as wigs and military uniforms contrasting with modern suits and casual wear. The overall mood is eclectic, bringing together an array of personalities across history and disciplines.

2:45 AM (c)

Jacques Huyghebaert -- I'll Make A Mason Out Of You:

https://youtu.be/TVcLIfSC4OE

Let's - get down to business

To win -- the Vote!

Did they send me daughters, when I asked -- for sons?

You're the saddest bunch - I ever met

But you can bet -- before we're through:

Mister, I'll - make a Mason - out of you!

Hear, see ---- but hold your tongue-by its root

Once you learn your lines, you are sure - to win

You're unfit - amongst any - society of men

And devoid of moral worth:

Somehow I'll - make a Mason - out of you!

[Sajith Premadasa]

I'm never gonna to be prez!

[Mahinda Rajapaksa]

Say goodbye to those who knew me!

[Gotabaya Rajapaksa]

Boy, was I a fool in life for screwing up!

[Anura Kumara Dissanayake]

This guy's got 'em scared to death!

[Chandrika Kumaratunga]

Hope he doesn't see right through me.....

[Ranil Wickremesinghe]

Now I really wish that I knew how to sell!

[Jacques & (Grand Lodge Above Chorus)]

(Free-Mason) We must be swift as a coursing river

(Free-Mason) With all the force of a great typhoon

(Free-Mason) With all the Boaz of a raging fire

Mysterious as - right side Pillar - Jachin!!

[Mason]

Time is racing toward us - 'til election day

Heed my every order -- and we might - survive

You're unsuited for - the rage of war

So pack up, go home, you're through

How could I, make a Mason, out of you?

[Jacques & (Grand Lodge Above Chorus)]

(Free-Mason) We must be swift as a coursing river

(Free-Mason) With all the force of a great typhoon

(Free-Mason) With all the Boaz of a raging fire

Mysterious as - right side Pillar - Jachin!!

(Free-Mason) We must be swift as a coursing river

(Free-Mason) With all the force of a great typhoon

(Free-Mason) With all the Boaz of a raging fire

Mysterious as - right side Pillar - Jachin!

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