ralis Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) Apocalyptic art to enjoy the end of the world with. Edited May 21, 2011 by ralis 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
三江源 Posted May 21, 2011 oMG its today! I know rite, its like OMFG!! like make sandwiches, NOW!!! like wheres the freakin tupperware when you need it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nanashi Posted May 21, 2011 Apocalyptic art to enjoy the end of the world with. Nice picks there, Ralis. I always enjoyed the haunting beauty of Europe After the Rain. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc benway Posted May 21, 2011 Oh My God!!! It's happening!!!! Everywhere, chaos! Screaming, crying, some folks are flying up into heaven in a beautiful blue light. Others are tearing their hair and clothes. Children being torn from their parents' breasts!!! It's horrib.... wait a minute, they're taking me. All I see is a blinding, beautiful light and I'm floating up and my clothes are falling away and I see something far in the distance. It's Jesus, wait a minute, someone is sitting next to him, it's Gautama Buddha!! And there's Laozi and Moses and Mohammed!!! And there are virgins everywhere! And harps and angels. This is way cool guys. See ya around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc benway Posted May 21, 2011 May 21st is my bday. Oh, before I leave, happy birthday! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apech Posted May 21, 2011 Oh My God!!! It's happening!!!! Everywhere, chaos! Screaming, crying, some folks are flying up into heaven in a beautiful blue light. Others are tearing their hair and clothes. Children being torn from their parents' breasts!!! It's horrib.... wait a minute, they're taking me. All I see is a blinding, beautiful light and I'm floating up and my clothes are falling away and I see something far in the distance. It's Jesus, wait a minute, someone is sitting next to him, it's Gautama Buddha!! And there's Laozi and Moses and Mohammed!!! And there are virgins everywhere! And harps and angels. This is way cool guys. See ya around. This was believable until you got to the bit about virgins. Come on we're not stupid! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Friend Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) Edited November 16, 2011 by Friend Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayfarer64 Posted May 21, 2011 That poor "seer" is left waiting, Well cheer up,at least its not the end of the world... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Otis Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) Is there a lesson for us, in here somewhere? I hope so. The followers of the good Reverend claimed that they could see the impending rapture, because they had some "special vantage point" from which they were able to view the true workings of the universe. Of course, they turned out to be a bunch of loonies, who talked themselves into believing they were on the inside track to truth. How different is it when a Taoist or Buddhist claims some special vantage point, from which they can see the true workings of the universe? Are these Xtians to be ridiculed, but our own self-proclaimed enlightened Bums are seen as authorities? Edited May 21, 2011 by Otis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nanashi Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) Are these Xtians to be ridiculed, but our own self-proclaimed enlightened Bums are seen as authorities? Yes. Kidding; good point. Willful ignorance is a problem, though. There was a family with a 2 year old daughter and another kid on the way who sold all their possessions because of this fiasco. Edited May 21, 2011 by Nanashi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Otis Posted May 21, 2011 Yes. Kidding; good point. Willful ignorance is a problem, though. What do you mean, in this context, by "willful ignorance"? I mean, I was willfully ignorant about the reasoning behind the May 21st end date, even though it could have been the most important thing to know. I saw it as silly, and so didn't bother, but that was certainly "willful ignorance". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nanashi Posted May 21, 2011 Being willfully ignorant of reality has caused destruction upon otherwise decent peoples' lives. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
三江源 Posted May 21, 2011 ....... our own self-proclaimed enlightened Bums are seen as authorities? which bums are these then?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ralis Posted May 21, 2011 I guess the judgment hour is 6:00 PM EST. Here is a link to the live blog. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/05/21/rapture-2011-end-of-the-world-may-21-live-blog_n_864893.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nanashi Posted May 21, 2011 Mozart's The Magic Flute. Good piece of the soundtrack for an End of Days event. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ralis Posted May 21, 2011 Doomsday predictor Howard Camping falls silent. I wonder what he will do with the 70 million his 'Family Radio' company is worth. But, why didn't he give it away before today? http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2011/05/21/family-radio-chief-harold-camping-silent-as-rapture-fails-to-occur/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thelerner Posted May 21, 2011 Doomsday predictor Howard Camping falls silent. Oh my, if he fell silent it can only mean ONE THING!! HE WAS RIGHT. I'm hoping with all the righteous gone, it'll be a lot more fun around here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc benway Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) Is there a lesson for us, in here somewhere? I hope so. The followers of the good Reverend claimed that they could see the impending rapture, because they had some "special vantage point" from which they were able to view the true workings of the universe. Of course, they turned out to be a bunch of loonies, who talked themselves into believing they were on the inside track to truth. How different is it when a Taoist or Buddhist claims some special vantage point, from which they can see the true workings of the universe? Are these Xtians to be ridiculed, but our own self-proclaimed enlightened Bums are seen as authorities? No question, it cuts both ways. Buddha addressed this - look at everything he said and his followers said as critically as possible. If it doesn't stand up to scrutiny, throw it out! Edit - I can't spell Edited May 21, 2011 by steve f 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigweard Posted May 21, 2011 Well the day is beautiful here in Oz http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3V8nu6e8eFY Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc benway Posted May 21, 2011 Oh my, if he fell silent it can only mean ONE THING!! HE WAS RIGHT. I'm hoping with all the righteous gone, it'll be a lot more fun around here. And a lot more "Christian!" That is, less intolerance, less gay-bashing, less judgmental. These moron fundamentalists are anathema to everything true Christian doctrine teaches (love, acceptance, tolerance, being non-judgemental). Perhaps the Rapture is a win-win: these losers get to leave earth for a better place and we get to live without their insecurity, intolerance, and hatred, allowing us to live in a better place. Good f-ing riddance! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Informer Posted May 21, 2011 Even if it was, what would be the difference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc benway Posted May 21, 2011 (edited) It's started in Taiwan! Watch to the end. Sorry, can't seem to get the file to embed properly Edited May 21, 2011 by steve f Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreytoWhite Posted May 21, 2011 That video had me chuckling. Thanks Steve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goldisheavy Posted May 21, 2011 It's started in Taiwan! Watch to the end. Sorry, can't seem to get the file to embed properly This is brilliant. Thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ralis Posted May 22, 2011 What a fantastic guitar! He even tried to get a little psychedelic on us. Hehehe. (He does so much better with the Blues format.) Pain & sorrow? Well, sure, I have pain. Yey!, I am an old man. But no sorrow. I ain't got time in my life for that. I'm listening the The Kinks today. "Superman" just finished playing. He is amazing and yes, his blues style is second to none. Kick ass stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites