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はてなキーワード: soulとは
学生時代はクッソ盛り上がったのに社会人になってからSOUL'd OUT歌う機会イチミリもない
ホルモンの楽曲も完コピできてこっちもめっちゃ盛り上がったのに
会社の飲み会の二次会とかでカラオケ連れていかれたらミスチルの歌真似やってお茶濁してる
でも俺がやりたいのはそっちじゃないんだ
若草物語のジョセフィンの驚いた時に発せられる口癖。
姉からはお行儀が悪いわよと窘められるシーンもあり、「ジーザス・クライスト！」をもじっているのがわかる。
映画版では「すげぇな！」などと訳されていたりした。
この"Oh, Christopher Colombus!"はSOUL'd OUTのCOZMIC TRAVELから引用しているが
I love Elizabeth But 振る舞え like Jo = Josephin So, you say like this "Oh, Christopher Colombus!"
Elizabethは若草物語のベスのことで、内気で女性らしい人物。
Josephinは若草物語のジョー(Jo)のことで、活発で男勝りな人物。
私はエリザベスのような女性が好きだけど、ジョーのように男らしく振舞え、
そして叫べ。マジですげぇ！と。
くらいの意味合いになる。
クルマ好き以外には全く関係のない話ではあるが、あまりにも北米の車事情に勘違いが多い。（なおここでの北米とはアメリカとカナダを指す）
日本でセダン・（ステーション）ワゴン人気が低迷してSUV・ミニバン・コンパクト（軽）だらけなのは周知の事実。
ワゴンに関して言うと日本は実はまだ人気のある方で、新車も売っているしプロボックスやフィールダーのような商用車も数に入れると実は非常にポピュラーな車種である。北米ではワゴンはほぼ完全に消滅した車種で、新車を売ってるブランドはアウディくらいしかない。
北米でもセダンが不人気という勘違いがある。もちろん一番人気はピックアップトラックとSUVだが、北米ではセダンは人気車種。そもそもCarといえばセダンでありSUVやピックアップトラックなどはCarではなくVehicleなのだ。
そして現在北米ではほぼ全てのメーカーでコンパクトハッチバック車の販売を終了している。北米ではRAV4とかMazda3がコンパクト扱いなので、ここでのコンパクトとはヤリス、FITとかのサブコンパクトサイズを指す。売ってるのは数えるほどでKIA SoulとかNissan Versaとか…そしてVersaはセダンだしSoulはSUVとして売っている。
ミニバンはそこまで不人気ではないが車種は非常に限られる（Toyota Sienna、Honda Odysseyくらいしかない）。
ここまで書いて思ったが北米では基本ピックアップトラックと（クロスオーバー）SUV、セダンしか売られていない。セダンの「人気」もSUV以外はただそれだけしか選択肢がないから、という気もする。
公開してみる
スカ好き増えろ
あとおススメ教えてください
1, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ ルパン三世’78
2, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ DOWN BEAT STOMP
4, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ Come On！
5, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ スキャラバン（CARAVAN）
6, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ 太陽にお願い
7, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ 勇者の証～Brave Eagle Of Apache～
8, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ フィルムメイカーズ・ブリード～頂上決戦～
9, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ 5 days of TEQUILA
10, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ MONSTER ROCK
11, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ/ Glorious
12, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ，さかなクン/ Paradise Has No Border
13, 東京スカパラダイスオーケストラ，宮本浩次/ 明日以外すべて燃やせ-feat.宮本浩次
16, Adhesivo/ Skabullido
18, Adhesivo/ Dia De Rutina
19, Bad Manners/ Inner London Violence
20, Brooklyn Funk Essentialｓ，Laço Tayfa/ Ska Ka-Bop
21, Desorden Público/ Allá Cayó
22, Desorden Público/ Todo Está Muy Normal
24, EGO-WRAPPIN’/ くちばしにチェリー
27, Gypsy Ska Orquesta/ Toston Swing
31, HEY-SMITH/ We sing our song
32, KEMURI/ P.M.A（Positive Mental Attitude）
34, KEMURI/ O-zora
35, Kingston Rudieska/ Giant Moment
36, Kingston Rudieska/ Captain J
37, LÄ-PPISCH/ RINJIN
38, Laurel Aitken/ Jesse Jackson
40, Los Calzones/ Todos Te Prometen
41, Los De Abajo，Diego Benlliure，José Grela / War ４ Peace
43, Markscheider Kunst/ Ku
44, Melbourne Ska Orchestra/ Get Smart
45, Melbourne Ska Orchestra/ Lygon Street Meltdown
46, Nancy Ska Jazz Orchestra/ Hatcha！
47, Nancy Ska Jazz Orchestra/ Démineur
48, Nancy Ska Jazz Orchestra/ Tom Thumb
49, New York Ska-Jazz Ensemble/ Boogie Stop Shuffle
50, New York Ska-Jazz Ensemble/ Bopicana
51, Oi-SKALL MATES/ Bring on Nutty Stomper fun
52, Oi-SKALL MATES/ Skinhead Running
53, Oi-SKALL MATES/ Soul brother stomp together
54, Oi-SKALL MATES/ Justice Calling 69
55, Oi-SKALL MATES/ Nutty Sound Oi-SKALL MATES
56, Oi-SKALL MATES/ SKANKIN' CLASS ERO
57, Out Of Controｌ Aｒｍｙ/ Global Ska
58, Out Of Controｌ Aｒｍｙ/ Dancing
59, Out Of Controｌ Aｒｍｙ/ El Diablo
60, Out Of Controｌ Aｒｍｙ/ Fuck the police
61, Out Of Controｌ Aｒｍｙ/ Skaloween-En Vivo
62, Out Of Controｌ Army，Ｉｎｓｐｅｃｔｏｒ/ Ｓｉｅｍｐｒｅ Ｆｉｎｇｉｓｔｅ Ａｍａｒｍｅ
63, Pannonia Ska Orchestra/ Sahara
66, Rotterdam Ska-Jazz Foundation/ Backlash
67, Rotterdam Ska-Jazz Foundation/ No More Sorrow
68, Rotterdam Ska-Jazz Foundation/ Tunisia
69, Save Ferris/ The World Is New
70, SCAFULL KING/ Strutting Bonin’
72, SHOW-SKA/ Scooted Scorpion
78, Skassapunka/ Il pianto dell'asino
79, St.Petersburg Ska-Jazz Review/ Volga River Boat Man
80, The Busters/ Scooter Maniacs
81, The Fenicians/ Sac-O-Woe
82, The Locos，Bersuit Vergarabat/ La Bolsa
83, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones/ The Rascal King
84, The OLDTONES/ THE WEEKEND GIRLFRIEND
85, The Ska Flames/ Samurai
86, The Ska Flames/ Tokyo Shot
87, The Ska Vengers/ Vampire
88, The Ska Vengers，Rie Ona，Shirish Malhotra/ Mancini Skank
89, The Skankaroos/ Expedition To Ska
91, The Specials/ Little Bitch
92, The Super Glasses Ska Ensemble/ Keep Skanking
94, Tinez Roots Club/ High Jump
95, Tinez Roots Club/ Crazy Mule
96, Tinez Roots Club/ Chimpanzee
98, Two Tone Club/ Beware Of The Tiger
99, Two Tone Club/ Three Little Words
100, Киоск/ Чудеса
一晩経ったら伸びててビックリ
・スカパラから入った浅いファンなので，厳密なスカの定義とかよく知らないんです．ご教授いただけると嬉しいです
・運転中に聴くことが多いのでアップテンポ，テンション高めの曲が多いです
・ホーン強めの曲が好き．なんならボーカルはなくても可
・Spotifyのプレイリストからの引き写しです．タイトルに「スカ」「SKA」両方が入っているプレイリストはそんなにないので見つけにくくはないかと
・おススメいっぱいありがとうございます！ポチポチ追加しております
Bing: Yes, this is the **Bad Place**. The air smells like **rotten eggs**, and the Wi-Fi is **terrible**. But don't worry, we'll find a way out of here! 😅
ワイ: What sin have I violated?
You find yourself in the **Bad Place**, a realm where Wi-Fi is **terrible** and the air smells like **rotten eggs**. Fear not, for I shall unravel the mystery of your transgressions. 🌋
Your sin? Ah, it's a peculiar one. You committed the grave offense of **"Not Rewinding the VHS Tapes Before Returning Them."** Yes, that's right! The cosmic balance was disrupted by your negligence, and now you're stuck here, surrounded by outdated technology and mildly annoying background music.
But fret not, dear soul! Redemption awaits. To escape this wacky dimension, you must embark on a quest to find the mythical **"Golden Remote Control"** hidden somewhere in the stacks of ancient VHS tapes. Only then can you break free from this pixelated purgatory.
So, onward, brave wanderer! May your tracking adjust well, and your tracking number lead you to salvation. 📼✨
（おねえちゃんとりょこうのよるはたのしかったなぁぼくが「きみのこえがばけものにそだったら？」って言ったら「ひえたぎんがのベットでひとりねむるよ」っておねえちゃんかえしてくれて「おやすみ」ってぼくはいったんだよな）
二つめのツイートより
元ネタがピノキオピーの「アイマイナ」なんだけどちょっとマイナーすぎたんよ
（おとうさんがなんかのアニメにはまったのかぼくがおちこんでいると「かみはるすだよ きゅうかとってベガスいってる」とか
いってくる）
対して面白くもないし
逆に分かりにくすぎだろ元ネタ
誰が土屋文明の往還集が元ネタって分かるんだよ。てか当時ハマったものが分かりやすすぎる
（みこんのひとでかべにあつまっててをあげながら「シンジゲート」ってさけぶかいごうしたいね）
違う違う、未婚の人言っちゃいかんよ逆に
（やまにともだちといったときほういじしゃくがこわれてぼくがないてたらともだちが「たしゅみなぼうや あてんなんかなんねえ ほういじしんてにしたって どーも こーも なんねぇ」とかいいだして めがてん がぜんそのさ
ひらいちゃった……）
（まえにおとうさんとさんさいとりにいったときじねんじょをてにしたおとうさんとつぜん「ザマーミロ」ってさけんだんだよなぁ。あんまりこだましなくて
しょんぼりしてた。ていうかまんがのよみすぎです）
きんじょにすむおねえさんがすかーととぱんつをおろしたすがたをとくべつにみせてくれたんだけどその……ついてた……おちんちん……しかもとられちゃった……ぼくのどうてい（しょんぼり）
（となりのくにのひかくかもなしとげてないくにがへいわしゅぎっておかしくないですか？じぶんのくにじゃなければどんなにぶきもっててもいいの？）
もはやアカウントのコンセプトはどこへ
（しゅくだいのおまけプリントのうらに「楕円曲線E上の有理点と無限遠点Oのなす有限生成アーベル群の階数（ランク）が、EのL関数 L(E, s) のs=1における零点の位数と一致する」とかいみのわからないことかいてあってぜつぼうしてる……）
流石に嘘ツイートも限度がある。小学校の宿題のおまけプリントに数学の未解決問題載せる学校おらんって…
（はいしゃさんのいじわる……くちをみるなりあらまばいきんさんのかくれるばしょいっぱいだねとかいってくるんだもん！がんばってはみがきしたのに……）
（そういえばまえにくろいくるまとぶつかっちゃったサッカーユニフォームきてたひとたちだいじょうぶだったかなぁ……あれからくろいくるまにのってたひともユニフォームきてたひともすがたみてないんだよなぁ）
昔、近所のレコード屋がつぶれるタイミングで中古のアルバムが10円で投げ売りされてたので
ベストアルバムって書いてある奴を手あたり次第買った
その中でもよかったベストアルバム
・まちあわせ（たま）
イカ天バンド出身でサヨナラ人類で一世を風靡した「たま」のベストアルバム
俺は全くリアルタイム世代じゃなかったんだが聴いてみると存外よかった
・THE SHORT HAND〜SINGLES COLLECTION〜（SOPHIA）
なんかすげー流行ってたような流行ってなかったような感じがするバンドで
ニコニコ動画での人気が高かったのだけは覚えてる
「街」「ミサイル」「黒いブーツ 〜oh my friend〜」とか好き
普通にキャッチーな曲が多くて、これが流行るのはそうなんだろうなーって思った
・singles（MY LITTLE LOVER）
天才プロデューサーの小林武史が愛人のakkoをデビューさせるために結成したバンド
やっぱ小林って天才だったんだなってわかるキャッチーな曲が多いが
その中でも「ALICE」は群を抜いていい
あと「あいのうた 〜Swallowtail Butterfly〜」のカヴァーバージョンが入ってておおってなった。
菅野よう子がよりアーティスト志向に振っていた期間の曲が詰まった2ndベストアルバム
1stベストアルバムのハチポチはもうちょっとかわいい系の曲が多かったが、こっちはかなりアーティスティック
安定の「ヘミソフィア」「tune the rainbow」は当然いいんだけど、
・BEST OF THE BESTEST（BENNIE K）
当時は意識して聴いてなかったんだけど、あぁ、この曲かぁってなる曲多かった
「サンライズ」「Dreamland」あたりは聴いた記憶があるのでたぶん有名だったと思うんだけど
「オアシス feat. Diggy-MO' (SOUL'd OUT)」が一番イケてた
ベストアルバムって基本ヒット曲が収録されてるからすげーはずれ！みたいな曲が少ないのがいい
今回紹介したアーティストだと俺は坂本真綾以外まともに聴いたことなかったので
世の中にはいろんなすごいアーティストがいるんだなぁってなったので
緑よりつつ赤の大型とっていたら2パック目ペス。白赤かぁと思いきやヤーグルと全軍突撃が周り、黒緑アンコも来たので黒緑へ。
オーラバトルこずタッチできるか悩んだがマナクリ3体来た時点でペス入れる気に。4枚目は流石になやんだが…アンコは強いと信じて。
2マナクリーチャーの質が悪く、3マナに1/1、4枚はかなり線が細く不安だった。
実戦ではやはり序盤にぼこぼこになりライフ10前後からこちらの盤面がそろいだす感じに。
しかしやはりマルチの倍培養は強かった。マナクリの効果も合わせて6/6や10/10になりヴォ様やエルズペスよりかは培養でスケール勝ちした印象。とはいえペス+マナクリで+3、+4しつつ飛ばしたり(5/5マナクリ→場にマナクリ*3→ペスマイナス10/10飛行のマナクリ2パンで買ったり)ヴォ様は2回裏返ったり(それでも1度目はタップとジャイグロで返しに負けたり)とレアレアしく戦えた。
飛行と青黒剣がそろって上から負けるかという場面もあったが培養エンチャのreach付与で止められたり、やはり665reachのコモンファッティが守ってよし、トランプルでカウンター載せてよしと良い子だった。森サイクリング付きでかなり好き。
到達の大事さを再確認したが、培養エンチャでマルチが33到達になるのは環境のサイズ的にズルいですね。なんでトークン指定ないのだ。
…ヤーグル？うん、タフ3より圧があるよね。ダイナと合わせて頭数減らせない圧かけつつ培養で削る、とか。実現しなかったけどペスで飛ばして20点パンチもあるし。最低21交換で嫌いじゃないサイズ。でもやっぱりトランプル持ちを出したかったり速攻倍培養したかったりな盤面になっちゃってバニラだなぁと愛でた。
結局、黒緑マルチがべらぼぉに強いんだけどそれに加え今回3種しか採用してない3マナのシナジーが良い。
マナクリ出してマルチで培養が3だし、マナクリだして賛助接死で一体睨みつつタップ3マナ捻出が加速として優秀だった。333が取れなくて不安だったけどこの三人が黒緑のベストメンバーかも。マナクリが好きな組み合わだせたなら賛助からマルチ、と動けた場面もあったが2色でなかったのはしょうがない。
とはいえアンコ依存なのでクイドラのCPU評価が変わってくると6枚も拾えないかなと。212賛助もアンコだし。
黒緑タッチ青 培養 続唱 エスカ 7勝(デッキエクスポート忘れ)
白緑 +1 タッチ続唱 ノーン 7勝 anond:20230430082246
と4参戦勝ち越しで走り抜けられた。月末ブロンズ～ゴールドという下手さは確かにあったものの、緑を絡めて7勝3連続というのは手ごたえがあった。
今後も黒緑、次点白緑でマルチ優先しつつ緑のサイズで駆け抜けてみたいと思う。今回のドラフト楽しいし。
Deck
2 Elvish Vatkeeper (MOM) 223
2 Serpent-Blade Assailant (MOM) 205
1 Blightreaper Thallid (MOM) 92
2 Atraxa's Fall (MOM) 176
1 Yargle and Multani (MOM) 256
1 Archangel Elspeth (MOM) 6
4 Kami of Whispered Hopes (MOM) 196
1 Wary Thespian (MOM) 215
1 Vorinclex (MOM) 213
1 Wildwood Escort (MOM) 216
1 Dina, Soul Steeper (MUL) 102
1 Timberland Ancient (MOM) 210
2 Plains (SIR) 279
7 Swamp (SIR) 285
8 Forest (SIR) 291
Sideboard
1 Atraxa's Fall (MOM) 176
1 Invasion of Karsus (MOM) 146
1 Shatter the Source (MOM) 164
1 Flitting Guerrilla (MOM) 105
1 Assimilate Essence (MOM) 47
1 Overgrown Pest (MOM) 197
1 Unseal the Necropolis (MOM) 128
1 Arachnoid Adaptation (MOM) 175
1 Akki Scrapchomper (MOM) 130
1 Flywheel Racer (MOM) 259
1 Ichor Drinker (MOM) 111
1 Render Inert (MOM) 123
1 Traumatic Revelation (MOM) 127
1 Tidal Terror (MOM) 82
1 Fertilid's Favor (MOM) 186
The Sacrament—and the Sacrifice
Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles
I pray for your faith and prayers that my utterances will be received and understood “by the Spirit of truth” and that my expressions will be given “by the Spirit of truth” so that we might all be “edified and rejoice together.” (See D&C 50:21–22.)
As I stand here today—a well man—words of gratitude and acknowledgment of divine intervention are so very inadequate in expressing the feelings in my soul.
Six months ago at the April general conference, I was excused from speaking as I was convalescing from a serious operation. My life has been spared, and I now have the pleasant opportunity of acknowledging the blessings, comfort, and ready aid of my Brethren in the First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve, and other wonderful associates and friends to whom I owe so much and who surrounded my dear wife, Ruby, and my family with their time, attention, and prayers. For the inspired doctors and thoughtful nurses I express my deepest gratitude, and for the thoughtful letters and messages of faith and hope received from many places in the world, many expressing, “You have been in our prayers” or “We have been asking our Heavenly Father to spare your life.” Your prayers and mine, thankfully, have been answered.
One unusual card caused me to ponder upon the majesty of it all. It is an original painting by Arta Romney Ballif of the heavens at night with its myriad golden stars. Her caption, taken from Psalms, reads:
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
“He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.
“… His understanding is infinite.” (Ps. 147:1, 3–5.)
As I lay in the hospital bed, I meditated on all that had happened to me and studied the contemplative painting by President Marion G. Romney’s sister and the lines from Psalms: “He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.” I was then—and continue to be—awed by the goodness and majesty of the Creator, who knows not only the names of the stars but knows your name and my name—each of us as His sons and daughters.
“When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained;
“What is man, that thou art mindful of him? …
“For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.” (Ps. 8:3–5.)
To be remembered is a wonderful thing.
The evening of my health crisis, I knew something very serious had happened to me. Events happened so swiftly—the pain striking with such intensity, my dear Ruby phoning the doctor and our family, and I on my knees leaning over the bathtub for support and some comfort and hoped relief from the pain. I was pleading to my Heavenly Father to spare my life a while longer to give me a little more time to do His work, if it was His will.
While still praying, I began to lose consciousness. The siren of the paramedic truck was the last that I remembered before unconsciousness overtook me, which would last for the next several days.
The terrible pain and commotion of people ceased. I was now in a calm, peaceful setting; all was serene and quiet. I was conscious of two persons in the distance on a hillside, one standing on a higher level than the other. Detailed features were not discernible. The person on the higher level was pointing to something I could not see.
I heard no voices but was conscious of being in a holy presence and atmosphere. During the hours and days that followed, there was impressed again and again upon my mind the eternal mission and exalted position of the Son of Man. I witness to you that He is Jesus the Christ, the Son of God, Savior to all, Redeemer of all mankind, Bestower of infinite love, mercy, and forgiveness, the Light and Life of the world. I knew this truth before—I had never doubted nor wondered. But now I knew, because of the impressions of the Spirit upon my heart and soul, these divine truths in a most unusual way.
I was shown a panoramic view of His earthly ministry: His baptism, His teaching, His healing the sick and lame, the mock trial, His crucifixion, His resurrection and ascension. There followed scenes of His earthly ministry to my mind in impressive detail, confirming scriptural eyewitness accounts. I was being taught, and the eyes of my understanding were opened by the Holy Spirit of God so as to behold many things.
The first scene was of the Savior and His Apostles in the upper chamber on the eve of His betrayal. Following the Passover supper, He instructed and prepared the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper for His dearest friends as a remembrance of His coming sacrifice. It was so impressively portrayed to me—the overwhelming love of the Savior for each. I witnessed His thoughtful concern for significant details—the washing of the dusty feet of each Apostle, His breaking and blessing of the loaf of dark bread and blessing of the wine, then His dreadful disclosure that one would betray Him.
He explained Judas’s departure and told the others of the events soon to take place.
Then followed the Savior’s solemn discourse when He said to the Eleven: “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33.)
Our Savior prayed to His Father and acknowledged the Father as the source of His authority and power—even to the extending of eternal life to all who are worthy.
He prayed, “And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.”
Jesus then reverently added:
“I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.
“And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own self with the glory which I had with thee before the world was.” (John 17:3–5.)
He pled not only for the disciples called out from the world who had been true to their testimony of Him, “but for them also which shall believe on me through their word.” (John 17:20.)
When they had sung a hymn, Jesus and the Eleven went out to the Mount of Olives. There, in the garden, in some manner beyond our comprehension, the Savior took upon Himself the burden of the sins of mankind from Adam to the end of the world. His agony in the garden, Luke tells us, was so intense “his sweat was as … great drops of blood falling … to the ground.” (Luke 22:44.) He suffered an agony and a burden the like of which no human person would be able to bear. In that hour of anguish our Savior overcame all the power of Satan.
The glorified Lord revealed to Joseph Smith this admonition to all mankind:
“Therefore I command you to repent …
“For … I, God, … suffered … for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent; …
“Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, …
“Wherefore, I command you again to repent, lest I humble you with my almighty power; and that you confess your sins, lest you suffer these punishments.” (D&C 19:15–16, 18, 20.)
During those days of unconsciousness I was given, by the gift and power of the Holy Ghost, a more perfect knowledge of His mission. I was also given a more complete understanding of what it means to exercise, in His name, the authority to unlock the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven for the salvation of all who are faithful. My soul was taught over and over again the events of the betrayal, the mock trial, the scourging of the flesh of even one of the Godhead. I witnessed His struggling up the hill in His weakened condition carrying the cross and His being stretched upon it as it lay on the ground, that the crude spikes could be driven with a mallet into His hands and wrists and feet to secure His body as it hung on the cross for public display.
Crucifixion—the horrible and painful death which He suffered—was chosen from the beginning. By that excruciating death, He descended below all things, as is recorded, that through His resurrection He would ascend above all things. (See D&C 88:6.)
Jesus Christ died in the literal sense in which we will all die. His body lay in the tomb. The immortal spirit of Jesus, chosen as the Savior of mankind, went to those myriads of spirits who had departed mortal life with varying degrees of righteousness to God’s laws. He taught them the “glorious tidings of redemption from the bondage of death, and of possible salvation, … [which was] part of [our] Savior’s foreappointed and unique service to the human family.” (James E. Talmage, Jesus the Christ, Salt Lake City: Deseret Book Co., 1977, p. 671.)
I cannot begin to convey to you the deep impact that these scenes have confirmed upon my soul. I sense their eternal meaning and realize that “nothing in the entire plan of salvation compares in any way in importance with that most transcendent of all events, the atoning sacrifice of our Lord. It is the most important single thing that has ever occurred in the entire history of created things; it is the rock foundation upon which the gospel and all other things rest,” as has been declared. (Bruce R. McConkie, Mormon Doctrine, Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1966, p. 60.)
Father Lehi taught his son Jacob and us today:
“Wherefore, redemption cometh in and through the Holy Messiah; for he is full of grace and truth.
“Behold, he offereth himself a sacrifice for sin, to answer the ends of the law, unto all those who have a broken heart and a contrite spirit; and unto none else can the ends of the law be answered.
“Wherefore, how great the importance to make these things known unto the inhabitants of the earth, that they may know that there is no flesh that can dwell in the presence of God, save it be through the merits, and mercy, and grace of the Holy Messiah, who layeth down his life according to the flesh, and taketh it again by the power of the Spirit, that he may bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, being the first that should rise.
“Wherefore, he is the firstfruits unto God, inasmuch as he shall make intercession for all the children of men; and they that believe in him shall be saved.” (2 Ne. 2:6–9.)
Our most valuable worship experience in the sacrament meeting is the sacred ordinance of the sacrament, for it provides the opportunity to focus our minds and hearts upon the Savior and His sacrifice.
The Apostle Paul warned the early Saints against eating this bread and drinking this cup of the Lord unworthily. (See 1 Cor. 11:27–30.)
Our Savior Himself instructed the Nephites, “Whoso eateth and drinketh my flesh and blood unworthily [brings] damnation to his soul.” (3 Ne. 18:29.)
Worthy partakers of the sacrament are in harmony with the Lord and put themselves under covenant with Him to always remember His sacrifice for the sins of the world, to take upon them the name of Christ and to always remember Him, and to keep His commandments. The Savior covenants that we who do so shall have His spirit to be with us and that, if faithful to the end, we may inherit eternal life.
Our Lord revealed to Joseph Smith that “there is no gift greater than the gift of salvation,” which plan includes the ordinance of the sacrament as a continuous reminder of the Savior’s atoning sacrifice. He gave instructions that “it is expedient that the church meet together often to partake of bread and wine in the remembrance of the Lord Jesus.” (D&C 6:13; D&C 20:75.)
Immortality comes to us all as a free gift by the grace of God alone, without works of righteousness. Eternal life, however, is the reward for obedience to the laws and ordinances of His gospel.
I testify to all of you that our Heavenly Father does answer our righteous pleadings. The added knowledge which has come to me has made a great impact upon my life. The gift of the Holy Ghost is a priceless possession and opens the door to our ongoing knowledge of God and eternal joy. Of this I bear witness, in the holy name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Please improve the following novel to be more engaging and adding plot point of Yasuke returnig to being a missionary quitting Samurai " rologue:
The sun sank behind the horizon, casting the Japanese countryside in a warm, golden glow. In the courtyard of Nobunaga's castle knelt Yasuke, a tall, muscular African man with skin as dark as midnight. His journey to this moment had been long and treacherous, but it was only the beginning.
Chapter 1: A World Away
Yasuke lived an ordinary life in a small village on the Mozambique coast, unaware of the extraordinary destiny that awaited him. Captured by slave traders and torn from his homeland, he endured a grueling voyage across the Indian Ocean, finally arriving in the bustling port of Goa, India.
It was there that Yasuke's fate took an unexpected turn when he was purchased by Jesuit missionaries. In their service, he learned about Christianity, new languages, and the ways of the Western world. But his journey was far from over.
Chapter 2: The Land of the Rising Sun
As a loyal servant to the missionaries, Yasuke accompanied them on their journey to Japan, a land of mystique and intrigue. The beauty of the land, the complexity of its customs, and the elegance of its people captivated him. As the first African to set foot in Japan, he attracted attention and curiosity from all those who encountered him.
Chapter 3: The Encounter
In Kyoto, the capital of feudal Japan, Yasuke's life changed forever when he met Oda Nobunaga, one of the most powerful and influential daimyos of the time. Nobunaga was captivated by the African's physical prowess, intelligence, and unique background. Seeing potential in Yasuke, Nobunaga decided to take him into his service as a samurai.
Chapter 4: The Path of the Warrior
Yasuke's transformation from a slave to a samurai was fraught with challenges. He had to adapt to the rigorous training, strict code of honor, and the intricacies of Japanese society. But Yasuke's strength, resilience, and determination allowed him to excel, earning the respect of his fellow samurai and the trust of Nobunaga.
Chapter 5: The Unfolding War
As Nobunaga sought to unify Japan under his rule, Yasuke fought by his side in numerous battles. The African samurai's legend grew with each victory, as did his bond with Nobunaga. Together, they faced both triumph and tragedy, navigating the treacherous landscape of alliances and betrayals that defined the era.
Chapter 6: The Turning Tide
Yasuke's reputation as a skilled and loyal samurai grew, as did his bond with Lord Nobunaga. But in the shadows, the tides of change were brewing. Mitsuhide Akechi, once a loyal ally, had grown disillusioned with Nobunaga's rule. The resentment smoldered within him, fueled by a series of perceived slights and political maneuverings. Mitsuhide's ambition and desire for power began to cloud his judgment.
Yasuke sensed the shift in Mitsuhide's demeanor and grew increasingly wary of the samurai lord. However, loyalty to Nobunaga prevented him from openly voicing his concerns. He instead focused on his duties, ever vigilant and ready to protect his lord at a moment's notice.
One fateful evening, the Oda clan gathered to celebrate their recent victories. Unbeknownst to the revelers, Mitsuhide Akechi's treacherous plan was already in motion.
As the sun rose, the first cries of battle rang out. Mitsuhide's forces had launched a surprise attack on Nobunaga's residence at the Honno-ji Temple. Yasuke fought his way to Nobunaga's side, his sword cutting through the trait "
Prologue:
The sun dipped below the horizon, bathing the Japanese countryside in a warm, amber embrace. Yasuke, a towering, powerfully built African man with skin as dark as midnight, knelt in the courtyard of Nobunaga's castle, his heart thundering with anticipation. A perilous journey had brought him to this moment, and yet, it was only the beginning of a story that would span continents and rewrite history.
Chapter 1: A World Away
In a small village on the Mozambique coast, Yasuke led a simple life, blissfully unaware of the extraordinary destiny that lay before him. His world shattered when slave traders captured him, ripping him from his homeland and thrusting him into a brutal odyssey across the Indian Ocean. Fate, however, had other plans when he reached the bustling port of Goa, India.
In Goa, Jesuit missionaries purchased Yasuke, altering the course of his life. Under their guidance, he embraced Christianity, mastered new languages, and absorbed the ways of the Western world. But the wind had not finished carrying him to his ultimate destination.
Chapter 3: The Enchanted Isles
Loyal to the missionaries, Yasuke accompanied them to Japan, a land shrouded in mystery and allure. He was captivated by its breathtaking landscapes, intricate customs, and refined people. As the first African in Japan, he sparked fascination and intrigue wherever he went.
Chapter 4: Fateful Encounters
Kyoto, the heart of feudal Japan, bore witness to the meeting that would forever change Yasuke's life. Oda Nobunaga, a formidable and influential daimyo, was entranced by Yasuke's physical prowess, intellect, and exotic origins. Recognizing Yasuke's potential, Nobunaga welcomed him into his service as a samurai.
Chapter 5: A Warrior Forged
Yasuke's metamorphosis from slave to samurai was laden with trials. He navigated the grueling training, a rigid code of honor, and the complexities of Japanese society. Undaunted, he flourished, earning the admiration of his fellow samurai and the unwavering trust of Nobunaga.
Chapter 6: A Land Divided
As Nobunaga pursued his vision of a united Japan, Yasuke fought valiantly by his side in countless battles. The legend of the African samurai swelled with each victory, and their unbreakable bond deepened. Together, they braved the treacherous world of shifting alliances and betrayals that shaped the era.
Chapter 7: Whispers of Betrayal
Yasuke's renown as a skilled and devoted samurai expanded, as did his connection with Lord Nobunaga. But beneath the surface, a storm was brewing. Mitsuhide Akechi, once a staunch ally, had grown disillusioned with Nobunaga's leadership. His bitterness festered, fed by perceived slights and political machinations. Consumed by ambition and lust for power, Mitsuhide's judgment faltered.
Chapter 8: The Price of Loyalty
Yasuke detected the change in Mitsuhide's spirit and grew increasingly apprehensive. But his unwavering loyalty to Nobunaga held him back from voicing his suspicions. Instead, he redoubled his efforts, ever watchful and prepared to defend his lord at any cost.
Chapter 9: A Night of Shadows
On a fateful evening, the Oda clan gathered to revel in their recent triumphs, oblivious to the treachery that lurked in the shadows. Mitsuhide Akechi's nefarious scheme had been set in motion.
Chapter 9: A Night of Shadows
As dawn broke, the piercing cries of battle shattered the night's tranquility. Mitsuhide's forces had launched a devastating surprise attack on Nobunaga's residence at the Honno-ji Temple. Yasuke fought relentlessly, his sword cleaving through the treacherous warriors as he made his way to Nobunaga's side.
Chapter 10: Flames of Betrayal
The Honno-ji Temple, once a sanctuary of peace, was now engulfed in flames and chaos. Yasuke and Nobunaga fought back to back, their swords a blur of steel, as Mitsuhide's forces closed in. Despite their valiant efforts, they were outnumbered, and Yasuke could sense the battle was lost. With a heavy heart, he whispered a prayer for Nobunaga's soul, knowing that his lord would never surrender.
Chapter 11: A Promise Unbroken
As the temple crumbled around them, Yasuke was captured by Mitsuhide's soldiers. Imprisoned and stripped of his samurai status, he reflected on the path that had led him to this moment. Amidst the darkness, he found solace in the memories of his life with Nobunaga and his time as a missionary. A fire kindled within him, reigniting a long-forgotten purpose.
Chapter 12: The Road to Redemption
In the chaos following Mitsuhide's coup, Yasuke seized an opportunity to escape. He journeyed across war-torn Japan, seeking refuge and a chance to reclaim his former life. His determination and faith guided him, as did the memory of the missionaries who had once saved him from a life of slavery.
Chapter 13: Rebirth of a Missionary
Yasuke found solace and purpose among a group of missionaries in a remote village. Embracing his past, he became an instrumental figure in their community, sharing his knowledge of Christianity, languages, and the Western world. As he nurtured their faith, Yasuke felt the shadows of his life as a samurai slowly fade, replaced by the warm embrace of spiritual fulfillment.
Chapter 14: A Legacy Unforgotten
Though Yasuke had left the life of a warrior behind, the legend of the African samurai continued to grow. His story inspired generations, a testament to the power of resilience, courage, and the human spirit. It was a tale that transcended borders and time, a reminder that even in the darkest moments, hope and redemption could be found.
Epilogue:
As twilight draped the Japanese countryside, Yasuke stood atop a hill, gazing at the village he now called home. His journey had been one of unimaginable hardship, transformation, and ultimately, redemption. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, Yasuke knew that his story, like the sun's eternal cycle, would continue to inspire and illuminate the hearts of those who heard it.
