Tag Archives: curse

The Resource Curse (17 May 2024)

(Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J. N. Manokaran) When a country has a good number of natural resources, yet underperforms economically, it experiences the resource curse.  The reason is to be over-dependent on that resource and fail to develop in … Continue reading

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Curse and blessings (2 May 2024)

(Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J. N. Manokaran) A young girl became a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ.  Her family members thought she was demon-possessed. A reputed sorcerer was summoned, he frequented between home and cemeteries several times.  He … Continue reading

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Humanity, Humidity, and Sweat (28 March 2024)

(Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J. N. Manokaran) Those who live in humid climates experience a lot of sweat, which could be sticky and stinky.  It is a natural cooling mechanism that regulates body temperature.  Sweat increases due to heat, … Continue reading

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Curses without reason (28 January 2024)

(Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J. N. Manokaran) There is an interesting proverb: Animals do not die due to the curses of crows.  The noises of birds or animals have limited meaning and cannot bring a curse on other animals … Continue reading

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