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Disease
How to Reduce the Risk
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ALSO IN THIS ISSUE

7 WAS IT DESIGNED?
The Byssus of the Marine Mussel
8 HELP FOR THE FAMILY
How to Show Respect
10 PORTRAITS FROM THE PAST
Desiderius Erasmus
12 The Extraordinary Clown Fish
14 THE BIBLE’S VIEWPOINT

3 COVER SUBJECT
Punctuality
Disease—How to Reduce 16 Subject Index for 2016 Awake!
the Risk

We live in a world that is plagued

with dangerous diseases. How can
we protect ourselves?
s MOR E O N L I N E
CHILDREN
An ancient book of wisdom says:
“The shrewd one sees the danger
w Become Jehovah’s Friend
Be Neat and Clean
and conceals himself.”—Proverbs Children can learn vital lessons in this
animated series.
22:3.
(Look under BIBLE TEACHINGS ˛ CHILDREN)
This issue of “Awake!” discusses
steps we can take to conceal
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BIBLE QUESTIONS ANSWERED
ourselves from danger and thereby
reduce the risk of disease.
What Does the Bible Say
About Christmas?
The origins of six popular Christmas
customs may surprise you.
(Look under BIBLE TEACHINGS ˛ BIBLE QUESTIONS

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Disease
How to Reduce the Risk
Every day your body wages war against ˙ Every year, millions of people travel
enemies that are silent and unseen but around the globe, often transporting
potentially deadly. Foreign invaders, such disease-causing agents. According to an
as bacteria, viruses, and parasites, threat- article in the journal Clinical Infectious
en your health.1 You are not likely to be Diseases, “virtually all of the contagious
aware of those battles because your im- virulent infections” can be spread by in-
mune system repels or destroys most of ternational travelers.
the invaders before the onset of symp- ˙ Some bacteria have developed resis-
toms. Sometimes, however, the harmful tance to antibiotics. “The world is head-
germs gain the upper hand. If so, you may ing towards a post-antibiotic era, in
need to bolster your defenses with medi- which common infections . . . can once
cine and other treatments. again kill,” states the World Health Orga-
For thousands of years, people knew nization.
virtually nothing about the dangers of ˙ Civil unrest and poverty often hinder
microscopic or other small harmful government efforts to control the spread
organisms. However, when 19th-century of disease.
scientists confirmed the link between ˙ Many people lack practical knowledge of
germs and disease, we became better how to prevent disease.
equipped to defend ourselves. Medical
Despite these disturbing trends, there is
researchers have since eliminated or
much you can do to protect yourself and
greatly reduced the threat of some infec-
your family. The following will show that,
tious diseases, including smallpox and
even if you live in a developing land, sim-
polio. Recently, however, others, such as
ple and effective strategies may be within
yellow fever and dengue, have made a
your reach.
comeback. Why? Consider these factors:
1 Most microbes do not cause disease. This series of ar-
ticles focuses on microorganisms and other infective agents
that threaten your health.

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Protect Yourself 5

From Disease 2

MANY ancient cities were protected by massive

walls. If an enemy breached just a small section
of a wall, the safety of the entire city was at risk. 4
Your body is like a walled city. How you care for
your defenses has much to do with how healthy
you are. Consider five elements that can expose
you to disease and how you can put up the best 3
possible defenses.
1

1 WATER
THE THREAT: Harmful YOUR DEFENSE: The best defense is to protect your water supply
organisms can “march” from contamination. If you know that your water supply is con-
straight into your body taminated or suspect that it is, you can treat the water at home
by way of contaminated to make it safe.1 Store potable water in a closed vessel, and dis-
water. pense it hygienically with a clean ladle or through a tap. Never
put your hands into a clean water supply. If possible, you should
try to live in a community that properly disposes of human waste
so that it does not contaminate local water sources.
1 The World Health Organization recommends several methods to improve water quality at
home, including chlorination, solar disinfection, filtration, and boiling.

2 FOOD
THE THREAT: Harmful YOUR DEFENSE: Contaminated food may look fresh and nu-
organisms can be tritious. So get into the habit of thoroughly washing all fruits and
present in or on your vegetables. Ensure that food utensils, kitchen surfaces, and your
food. hands are clean when preparing or serving food. Some foods
require cooking at a certain temperature in order to destroy dan-
gerous microbes. Beware of food that is discolored or has an
unpleasant odor or taste—signs that an army of microorganisms
could be waiting for you. Refrigerate unused food as soon as pos-
sible. Avoid preparing food for others when you are sick.1
1 For further information on food safety, see the June 2012 issue of Awake! pages 3-9.
3 INSECTS
THE THREAT: Some YOUR DEFENSE: Limit contact with disease-carrying insects
insects can infect you by staying indoors when they are active or by wearing protective
with the harmful clothing, such as long sleeves and long trousers. Sleep under
microorganisms that treated insect nets, and use personal insect repellent. Eliminate
live inside them. containers of stagnant water where mosquitoes could breed.1

4
1 For specific strategies against malaria, see the July 2015 issue of Awake! pages 14-15.

ANIMALS
THE THREAT: Microbes YOUR DEFENSE: Some people choose to keep their animals
that live harmlessly outside the house to minimize contact with them. Wash your
inside an animal can hands after touching a domestic animal, and avoid all contact
threaten your health. with wild animals. If you are bitten or scratched, wash the wound
If you are bitten or thoroughly and seek a doctor’s advice.1
scratched by a pet or
1 Injuries from venomous creatures usually require emergency medical attention.
another animal or
exposed to its feces,
you could be at risk.

5 PEOPLE
THE THREAT: Some YOUR DEFENSE: Do not share personal items, such as razors,
germs can invade your toothbrushes, or towels. Avoid contact with body fluids from ani-
body by riding on tiny mals or from other people, including blood and products de-
droplets in someone’s rived from blood. And do not underestimate the benefits of wash-
cough or sneeze. They ing your hands thoroughly and frequently. It is perhaps the most
can also spread through effective way you can stop the spread of infection.
skin contact, such as If possible, stay home when you are sick. The U.S. Centers
hugging or shaking for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that you cough
hands. Microorganisms or sneeze into a tissue or your sleeve, but not into your hands.
from other people may
lurk on such items as
doorknobs, handrails,
telephones, remote
controls, or computer
screens and keyboards.

An ancient proverb states: “The shrewd consulting local health services, and conceal
one sees the danger and conceals himself.” yourself from danger by practicing good hy-
(Proverbs 22:3) How true are those words giene. Bolster your defenses, and reduce the
today in a world plagued with potentially risk of disease! ˛
dangerous diseases! So inform yourself by

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 How to Reduce
Your Risk During
an Epidemic
In 2014, the Ebola virus spread rapidly
throughout West Africa, making headlines
around the world. The offices of Jehovah’s
Witnesses in the region launched an informa-
tion campaign that helped many in the
community to reduce the risk of infection.
Witness representatives explained how
they handled the situation.

How did you help people to understand the danger they faced?
We sought to dispel fear and confusion by making special presentations
at public places. In those presentations, we explained how the virus spreads
and warned against unsafe practices.

What practical steps did Jehovah’s Witnesses take?

We used infrared thermometers to check the temperature of those arriving
for meetings at our places of worship. Everyone carefully avoided unneces-
sary physical contact, such as shaking hands or hugging, and washed their
hands frequently throughout the day. At strategic locations throughout the
communities, handwashing stations were set up with a bleach solution.

How was it possible to continue your regular public meetings and

Bible-teaching work?
The government imposed quarantines in some areas, so public meetings
were canceled for a time. In those areas, families met at home for their
worship. Some conducted Bible studies over the phone to minimize physical
contact.

What happened if someone showed symptoms?

Authorities were notified. Any individuals who had been in contact with
an Ebola victim, had attended a funeral of a victim, or showed symptoms
kept themselves isolated for 21 days, the commonly accepted maximum
incubation period for the Ebola virus.
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The Byssus of the

Marine Mussel

L IKE barnacles, marine mussels attach

themselves to rocks, wood, or ship
hulls. However, unlike barnacles, which
Professor Guy Genin calls the results
of this research “stunning,” adding: “The
magic of this organism lies in the structur-
fasten themselves tightly to a surface, ma- ally clever integration of this compliant
rine mussels dangle by a network of thin region with the stiff region.” Scientists be-
filaments called byssus threads. While this lieve that the design of the byssus threads
method increases the mussel’s flexibility could have uses as diverse as attaching
for feeding and migration, the threads equipment to buildings and underwater
seem too flimsy to withstand the impact vessels, connecting tendons to bones, and
of ocean waves. How does the byssus sealing surgical incisions. “Nature is a bot-
allow the mussel to hang on and not be tomless treasure trove, as far as adhesion
swept out to sea? strategies go,” says J. Herbert Waite, a
Consider: Byssus threads are stiff on professor at the University of California in
one end, yet soft and stretchy on the oth- Santa Barbara, U.S.A.
er. Researchers have found that the pre- What do you think? Did the byssus of
cise ratio used by the mussel—80 percent the marine mussel come about by evolu-
stiff material to 20 percent soft—is critical tion? Or was it designed? ˛
for providing the strongest attachment.
Hence, the byssus can handle the force of
dramatic pulling and pushing by marine
waters.

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 H E L P F O R T H E FA M I LY  M A R R I A G E

How to Show
Respect

THE CHALLENGE WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

The husband says: “When Men have a particular need for respect. The Bible tells
we got married, my wife and I husbands: “Each one of you must love his wife as he does
had different views on what it himself.” But then it adds: “The wife should have deep re-
meant to show respect. Not spect for her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33) While both
that one view was right and wives and husbands need to feel loved and respected,
the other was wrong—they husbands especially thrive on respect. “Men need to feel
were just different. I often felt that they can handle situations, solve problems, and take
that my wife should have been care of the family,” says a husband named Carlos.1 When
more respectful in the way she a wife respects her husband for such capabilities, she
spoke to me.” benefits not only her husband but also herself. “My hus-
The wife says: “Part of the band actually shows his love for me more when I show
culture in which I was raised that I respect him,” says a wife named Corrine.
included speaking loudly, using Of course, wives need respect too. That makes sense
dramatic facial expressions, because a husband cannot truly love a wife whom he
and interrupting when others does not respect. “I need to respect my wife’s opinions
were speaking. We didn’t view and suggestions,” says Daniel. “I also need to respect
that as disrespectful. But her emotions. My not understanding why she feels a cer-
that’s a completely different tain way does not mean I can dismiss how she feels.”
atmosphere from the one in Respect is in the eye of the beholder. The issue is, not
which my husband was raised.” whether you think you show respect, but whether your
Respect in marriage is not a mate feels respected. This is a lesson learned by the wife
luxury; it is a necessity. How quoted at the outset under the heading “The Challenge.”
can you show that you respect “Even if I didn’t think I was being disrespectful, if I made
your mate? my husband feel that I was, then I was the one who need-
ed to change.”
1 Some names in this article have been changed.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO KEY S CRIPTURES
˙ Write down three things that you admire about “Thoughtless speech is like the
your husband or wife. The admirable traits that you iden- stabs of a sword, but the tongue
tify can be the foundation upon which to build respect. of the wise is a healing.”
—Proverbs 12:18.
˙ For one week, track your conduct (not that of your
spouse) in the following areas. “Continue putting up with one
another . . . even if anyone
Your words. One study of couples found that “spouses has a cause for complaint.”
in happy, stable marriages made five positive remarks for —Colossians 3:13.
every one negative remark when they were discussing
“Love builds up.”
conflict. In contrast, couples headed for divorce offered —1 Corinthians 8:1.
less than one (0.8) positive remark for every single nega-
tive remark.”1—Bible principle: Proverbs 12:18.
Ask yourself: ‘Do I speak respectfully to my mate? How
often do I criticize compared with how often I give a com-
pliment? What is the tone of my voice when I have an ob-
servation or a complaint?’ Would your spouse agree with
your answers?—Bible principle: Colossians 3:13.
Try this: Set a goal to give your husband or wife at least
Brian and Serina
one compliment per day. Suggestion: Look back at the
admirable traits you identified earlier. Get into the habit “A wife should be valued for more
of telling your mate what you admire about him or her. than physical things, such as the
work she does around the house.
—Bible principle: 1 Corinthians 8:1. She also needs to know that she
Your actions. A wife named Alicia says: “I spend a lot of is respected and valued for her
time doing housework, and when my husband respects qualities.”—Brian
my efforts by picking up after himself or washing his own
dishes, I feel that my efforts are worthwhile and that I am
important to our marriage.”
Ask yourself: ‘Does the way I treat my spouse clearly con-
vey my respect? Do I give my spouse adequate time and
attention?’ Would your spouse agree with your answers?
Try this: Write down three ways that you would like to be Austin and Carly
shown respect. Have your mate do the same. Then ex-
“Without respect, you would not
change lists so that each of you can work on showing have a marriage—or at least not a
respect in the areas that were specified. Focus on your happy one. All you would be left
own need to show respect. When one takes the lead, the with is the resentment and insecu-
other is likely to follow. ˛ rity that you both felt.”—Carly

1 From the book Ten Lessons to Transform Your Marriage.

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 P O R T R A I T S F R O M T H E PA S T  D E S I D E R I U S E R A S M U S

DESIDERIUS ERASMUS
IN HIS day, Desiderius Erasmus (c. 1469-1536) was
at first admired as the most brilliant of European
scholars, then vilified as either a coward or a here-
tic. Caught up in a tempest of religious debate, he
dared to expose the faults and abuses that existed
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in Catholicism as well as among its would-be re-

formers. Today, he is recognized as a key figure in
the transformation of Europe’s religious landscape.
How so?

An International Celebrity STUDIES AND BELIEFS

Erasmus’ mastery of Greek and Latin allowed him to
Erasmus was a truly cosmopol- compare Latin translations of the Bible, such as the Lat-
itan scholar. He lived and in Vulgate, with early Greek manuscripts of the Christian
worked in several European Greek Scriptures, commonly known as the New Testa-
countries, where he made in- ment. He became convinced that Bible knowledge was
fluential friends at royal courts
vital. To that end, he asserted that the Holy Scriptures
and universities. Scholars from
should be translated into other languages common in
many lands consulted him. His
his day.
writings—widely read and ap-
preciated—made him famous. Erasmus promoted internal renewal of the Catholic
For a time, everywhere he trav- Church, since he believed Christianity ought to be a life
eled he was welcomed with course, not a mere observation of meaningless rites. As a
fanfare and acclaim by princes, result, when reformers began to protest and demand
prelates, and scholars alike. change within the Church of Rome, he became the object
One modern writer thus calls of Catholic suspicion.
him the “Renaissance equiva- In his writings Erasmus satirically exposed clergy abus-
lent of today’s international es, their pompous lifestyle, and the ambition of popes
celebrity.” who applauded wars. He differed with corrupt clergymen
who used church customs—such as confession of sins,
the worship of the saints, fasting, and pilgrimages—to ex-
ploit believers. He also disagreed with such church prac-
tices as the sale of indulgences and enforced celibacy.
 Erasmus dared to expose the faults and
abuses in Catholicism and among reformers

GREEK TEXT OF THE NEW TESTAMENT

In 1516, Erasmus published his first edition of the New
Testament in Greek—the first printed copy of the Chris-
tian Greek Scriptures ever to be released. Erasmus’ work
included annotations as well as his own translation of the
Christian Greek Scriptures into Latin, which differed
from the Vulgate. Over some time, he continued to revise
his version, leading to a final product that included even
more dramatic departures from the text of the Latin Vul-
gate. Erasmus’ Greek
New Testament
One of the differences was at 1 John 5:7. To support the
unscriptural teaching of the Trinity, some spurious words
known as the comma Johanneum had been added to the
Vulgate. They read: “In heaven, the Father, the Word, and Q UI C K FACTS
the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.” However, Eras- ) In 1516, Erasmus released the
mus excluded those words from his first two editions of New Testament printed in Greek.
the New Testament because none of the Greek manu- It contained the Greek text in one
scripts he consulted contained them. He was later pres- column and his Latin translation
sured by the church to include them in his third edition. in the other, as well as extensive
annotations.
Improved editions of Erasmus’ Greek New Testament
provided the basis for better translations into European ) In the preface to his New Tes-
tament, Erasmus wrote: “I vehe-
languages. Martin Luther, William Tyndale, Antonio Bru-
mently dissent from those who
cioli, and Francisco de Enzinas used them to translate the would not have private [common]
Greek Scriptures into German, English, Italian, and Span- persons read the Holy Scriptures
ish respectively. nor have them [the Scriptures]
Erasmus lived through a period of momentous reli- translated into the vulgar [com-
gious turmoil, and his Greek New Testament was consid- mon] tongues.”
ered an invaluable aid by the Protestant Reformers. Eras- ) His books were burned by his
mus himself was considered by some to be a reformer, critics in some parts of Europe
until, that is, the Reformation began in fearsome earnest. and for many years they were
Then he refused to take sides in the great theological de- included in the index of banned
bates that followed. Interestingly, over 100 years ago, literature by popes in Rome.
scholar David Schaff wrote that Erasmus “died in isola-
tion, without a party. The Catholics would not claim him;
the Protestants could not.” ˛

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 The Extraordinary
Clown Fish
FEW fish grab our attention the way the “pose” for pictures, since they rarely stray
clown fish does. Perhaps it wins our hearts far from home and are not particularly
with its fancy coloring, which may remind shy.
us of a circus clown. Or maybe we are But what makes clown fish extraor-
struck by its surprising choice of home dinary is their seemingly risky lifestyle.
—among the stinging tentacles of a sea Living among poisonous tentacles would
anemone. Not surprisingly, another name seem to be comparable to setting up
for the clown fish is anemonefish. home in a nest of serpents. Still, clown
Like many Hollywood actors, clown fish fish and their anemone of choice are
are not averse to photographs. Divers and inseparable. What makes this strange
snorkelers can usually expect clown fish to partnership possible and successful?

‘I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT YOU’

Like most good partnerships, clown
fish and anemones give and take. The re-
Orange clown fish lationship is not merely convenient for the
.
Two-banded clown fish
.
clown fish; it is vital. Marine biologists
have confirmed that clown fish cannot
live in the wild without a host anemone.
They are poor swimmers and would be at
the mercy of hungry predators without
the anemone’s protection. However, by
using the anemone as a home base and as
a safe shelter when threatened, the clown
fish may reach ten years of age.
The anemone provides a safe nesting
site as well as a home. The clown fish de-
posit their eggs at the base of the host
Pink skunk (
anemone, where both parents keep careful
clown fish
watch over them. Later, the clown fish
family can be seen swimming around that
same anemone. biologist put it, the clown fish becomes
What does the anemone get out of “a fish in anemone’s clothing.”
this relationship? The clown fish serve as Some studies suggest that when select-
marine bodyguards, driving away butterfly ing a new host, the clown fish has to go
fish that like to feed on anemone tenta- through a process of adaptation. It has
cles. At least one species of anemone been observed that when the fish ap-
cannot live without resident clown fish. proaches an anemone for the first time, it
When researchers removed the clown fish, touches the anemone intermittently for a
within just 24 hours, the anemones had few hours. Apparently, this on-and-off
disappeared completely. Apparently, but- contact allows the clown fish to modify
terfly fish had consumed them. its protective coating to conform to the
It seems that clown fish even provide new anemone’s particular poison. Possi-
their host with energy. The ammonium bly the clown fish gets stung a little during
that clown fish excrete helps spur growth this process. But after that, the two get
in the host anemone. And as the clown along fine.
fish swim among the tentacles, they help The collaboration of such different
circulate oxygen-rich water to the anem- creatures offers a fascinating lesson in
one. teamwork. In so many human endeavors,
people from diverse cultures and back-
GOING WHERE OTHERS FEAR
grounds achieve remarkable results by
TO SWIM
pooling their resources. Like the clown
In the case of clown fish, protec-
fish, we may take a little time to adapt to
tion is skin-deep. They have mucus on
working with others, but the results are
their skin that keeps them from being
well worth it. ˛
stung. Thanks to this chemical coat-
ing, it seems the anemone considers the
clown fish one of its own. As one marine

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THE BIBLE ’S VIE WPO INT  PUNCTUALIT Y

PUNCTUALITY
Many who appreciate the value of punctuality struggle with tardiness themselves.
The Bible provides practical wisdom related to this subject.

How important is punctuality?

WHY IT MATTERS Some have found that ar- to be punctual. The Bible also says: “There
riving at appointments a bit ahead of time is an appointed time for everything, a time
actually reduces stress. Punctuality also for every activity under the heavens.” (Ec-
enhances a person’s reputation. How so? clesiastes 3:1) The context of this verse
Punctuality indicates competence. says that there is “a time to plant and a
When you are on time, it shows that you time to uproot.” (Ecclesiastes 3:2) Farmers
try to be in control of your life instead of plant crops at the right time, on time, in
allowing circumstances to prevent you order to yield the best possible harvest. In
from doing the things you want to do. other words, the farmer’s punctuality
Punctuality suggests dependability. In yields good results.
a society where promises are often bro- The Bible reveals a more noble reason
ken and commitments frequently ignored, for being punctual: It shows respect for
people appreciate those who stick to their others and their precious time. (Philippi-
word. Dependable people earn respect ans 2:3, 4) By contrast, those who con-
from friends and family. Employers value stantly make others wait could in effect
those who arrive on time for work and be stealing their time.
meet deadlines. Dependable workers may
even be rewarded with a higher salary and
greater trust. “Look out not only for your own
interests, but also for the interests
WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS There are passages in
of others.”—Philippians 2:4.
the Scriptures that relate to punctuality.
For instance, the Bible says: “Let all
things take place decently and by arrange-
ment.” (1 Corinthians 14:40) When two
parties agree to meet at a specific time
and place, it is decent and proper for them

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What can you do to be punctual?
WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS The Bible encourages The Bible further tells us to make the
advance planning. (Proverbs 21:5) If you best use of our time. (Ephesians 5:15, 16)
find that you are regularly late for appoint- Give priority to the most important tasks.
ments, perhaps your schedule is too full. (Philippians 1:10) For example, while using
Why not cut nonessential time wasters? public transportation or waiting for oth-
Schedule more time between appoint- ers, take advantage of the time by catch-
ments, and aim to arrive early. This will al- ing up on reading or by planning the rest
low for unexpected circumstances, such of your day. ˛
as traffic congestion or bad weather.
The Bible also encourages modesty.
(Proverbs 11:2) This means knowing your “The plans of the diligent surely lead
limitations. Decide whether an appoint- to success.”—Proverbs 21:5.
ment or deadline will realistically fit your
schedule before agreeing to it. By over-
booking, you add stress and frustration
—to yourself and to others!

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for providing JUST A GOOD BOOK?

such timely
Attitude BREAKING THE

magazines.” No. 1
Makes a Difference!

No. 2 No. 3
LANGUAGE BARRIER

—Amy

As a mother, Amy has found

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in Awake! practical solutions

for everyday living. Like her,
millions of readers have
benefited from reading this
bi-monthly journal. Visit
www.jw.org to review the How to Harness DID JESUS
Your Habits REALLY EXIST? Disease
How to Reduce the Risk
2016 subjects listed below.
No. 4 No. 5 No. 6

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ANIMALS AND PLANTS How to Show Respect RELIGION

Clown Fish: No. 6 (marriage): No. 6 Bible Just a Good Book? No. 2
Macaws: No. 2 Teaching Your Child About Sex: No. 5 Jesus Really Exist? No. 5
INTERVIEWS What the Bible Says About
HEALTH AND MEDICINE
Homosexuality: No. 4
Disease—How to Reduce the Embryologist Explains His Faith
Risk: No. 6 (Y. Hsuuw): No. 2 SCIENCE
Food Allergy and Food JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Ant’s Neck: No. 3
Intolerance: No. 3 Byssus of Marine Mussel: No. 6
Breaking the Language Barrier: No. 3
Color-Changing Ability of Cuttle-
HISTORICAL FIGURES “Such a Fresh Approach!”
fish: No. 1
Aristotle: No. 5 (jw.org): No. 5
Periodical Cicada’s Timing: No. 4
Erasmus, Desiderius: No. 6 What Do You Know About
Wonder Element (carbon): No. 5
Jesus: No. 5 Witnesses? No. 1
Semmelweis, Ignaz: No. 3 THE BIBLE’S VIEWPOINT
LANDS AND PEOPLES
Anxiety: No. 2
HUMAN RELATIONS Kyrgyzstan: No. 4
Faith: No. 3
Helping Your Child Deal With Liechtenstein: No. 1
Gratitude: No. 5
Puberty: No. 2 MISCELLANEOUS Heaven: No. 1
How to Discuss Problems
Attitude Makes a Difference: No. 1 Physical Beauty: No. 4
(family): No. 3
How to Deal With Change: No. 4 Punctuality: No. 6
How to Make Real Friends: No. 1
How to Harness Your Habits: No. 4

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