I’ve always been fascinated by the fact that none of the figures in the bible have a last name. Surnames did not become common until around the eleventh century. In biblical times folks were differentiated by their fathers (Simon, son of Jonah), their hometown (Jesus of Nazareth), or their tribe (Aaron the Levite).
Most interesting to me was being identified by what you were known for, such as John the Baptist. If we still used that method today, what do you suppose you would be called? Would it be something positive? Would you be Sam the Hard Worker? Or maybe Jennifer the Unselfish? Frank the Fisherman? Cindy the Servant Heart?
It’s something to ponder. What is your legacy? I’m afraid I might be Ken the Napper, or Ken the Eater of Sweets. Thank goodness for surnames.
You would be Ken the Statistician
I like it Mary Jo.
This reminds me of what I was thinking about the other day. I think about getting to Heaven and asking certain people questions about an event in their life .I was thinking, “ do I say, Mr. Noah, or hey Noah.
Good question Jennifer.
The “Napper” has already been claimed by Greg!😜
Ha ha. Maybe we can share it LeeAnn.
Nice ending to the story. Mine would be William the snacker.
Yes, that would work for me too.