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Would you qualify as the ideal man of a typical Filipino woman? If you think it is a bit old-fashioned, then you are proven wrong because there are modern-day females who still uphold their standards in men. In fact, most women in the Philippines are particular about the guys they would like to meet.
Below are ten qualities many look for in their dream guy:
1. God-fearing. Philippine women are grounded by their spiritual values. Of course, they do not look for a religious man but rather they look for a man who has faith in God. A godly man certainly has good moral values.
2. Responsible. She is not a dependent woman because she is hardworking and conscientious, but of course she wants her man to be manly and dependable. She needs someone whom she can entrust her entire being.
3. Gentleman. Who would not want a well-mannered, cultured and polite man? A Filipino girl wants her man to be that. It makes her feel like a queen of your heart.
4. Loyal and honest man. She does not want an unfaithful lover. She needs a one-woman man. A man who only wants her and her presence in his life is more than enough.
5. Romantic and caring. A Filipina woman loves romance. She is not a high-maintenance type of woman that would dry up your resources. Any small gestures that simply express your love and made her feel loved is already heavenly for her.
6. A good lover. She loves to snuggle and likes to be caressed. Being touchy does not mean she wants sex but by nature it is one of her love languages. She likes to be held closely and loves to hold you close in return. It secures her emotions.
7. A good friend. She does not need only a lover but also needs a friend. She wants someone who could also take time to listen to her. Some men do not have the patience to listen to a woman’s blues, but this is a need that a spouse should not neglect but meet instead.
8. Good sense of humor. A man does not need to be a clown, but at least he makes her laugh especially at times when she needs someone to make her smile. Everyone needs a good laugh from time to time. This will lighten her load especially if she is a full time wife.
9. Generous. In courtship, a man always sets his best foot forward and will consistently give her presents. But after that, when both are already married, the attitude of giving gifts is also gone. But a man who is basically generous will continue in giving even when the courtship stage came to pass.
10. Flexible. A typical Filipino woman needs her man to be flexible. She grew up in a culture where extended family is practiced. Families and relatives would tend to get in the way especially if you want to live independently and separately. She needs her partner to adjust gracefully and be patient with her own family as they will slowly work the matter out as a couple.
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Although originally used chiefly by women, laser hair removal has become rapidly more popular among men, as fashion shifts towards demanding boyish smoothness from adult men as part of the modern style. Some men even go so far as to have their facial hair removed permanently, and many others consider back hair, leg hair, chest hair, underarm hair, or even public hair to be an unsightly blemish that is best gotten rid of as permanently as possible. Fortunately for men following this fashion trend, laser hair removal techniques have kept pace with their desires.
In fact, laser hair removal is particularly well-adapted to removing beard and moustache hairs. Since the laser treatment is generally most effect with coarse-textured, dark hairs, the hairs on the human male face are natural targets for this method of permanent epilation. Most men’s beards are darker than their hair color, and beard hair is typically thick and wiry – well-adapted to absorb large amounts of heat from aesthetic laser applications – and respond quickly and well to treatment.
Some men opt for a full removal of beard and moustache hair, giving them a permanently shaven appearance, while others choose more selective targeting, removing neck hair or taking the hair off the cheeks to leave a goatee or similar small beard. Other facial hair – particularly hairs growing between the eyebrows – can also be effectively removed using laser treatments.
Back and chest hair have also become unfashionable in recent years in some circles, and laser hair treatment can also be used to remove this hair. Underarm hair is a particularly common target for permanent removal among men, who are nearly as likely to undertake this procedure as women, and as in the case of the beard, the generally dark color of underarm hair makes it a prime subject for successful laser epilation. Leg hair is often thinned, or even completely removed, by some men who feel that smoothness is a more attractive feature for the modern male leg, also using laser techniques.
Finally, pubic hair is sometimes removed by men as well. The skin in this area is sensitive and laser removal of pubic hair tends to be quite painful because of this. However, it is a safer alternative to shaving, since shaving the pubic area can lead to nicks and cuts, which in turn can lead to infections. Pubic shaving is also much more difficult than facial shaving, so laser hair removal in this area will spare the necessity of engaging in this clumsy activity.
In short, permanent laser hair removal is no longer confined only to its original female audience. Men who wish to keep up with latest fashion trends have been increasingly adopting it as well as an effective alternative to shaving and depilatory creams.
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This is the second article of the series:” The Wind in Bible versus Quran”.
The Bible says that the Almighty Creator 1) made the Winds His Angels, 2) His servants are flames of fire, 3) He has chariot, 4) He walks on the wings of wind and 5) He made the earth never moves etc. The Noble Quran says that Naught is as Allah’s likeness in attributes. Any form, picture, thoughts that you put the Almighty Creator in it is absolutely mistaken.
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The Wind in the Bible (2)
In Psalm 104:1-8, Kind David says:
“Bless Jehovah, O my soul. O Jehovah my God, thou art very great; You are clothed with honor and majesty: Who covers himself with light as with a garment; Who stretches out the heavens like a curtain; Who lays the beams of his chambers in the waters; Who makes the clouds his chariot; Who walks upon the wings of the wind; Who makes winds his Angels; Flames of fire his servants; Who set the foundations of the earth, that it should not be moved for ever. You cover it with the deep as with vesture; the waters stood above the mountains. At thy rebuke they fled; At the voice of your thunder they hasted away. They flowed over the mountains; they went down into the valleys, to the place you assigned for them.”
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Herein, there are some important points:
1) The Bible describes the lord God, the Almighty Creator as:
He has clothes
He covers himself with light as with a garment
He stretches out the heavens like a curtain
He lays the beams of his chambers in the waters
His chariot is made of clouds
He walks upon the wings of the wind
He makes winds his Angels
His servants are flames of fires
He set the foundations of the earth
His voice is the thunder
2) The Bible says that the earth has foundations and it should not be moved for ever.
3) The speed of the Lord God was that of the wind.
4) The wind has wings!
Moreover, there are some discrepancies in the translation of some words in the many versions of the Bible e.g.:
In some Bible’s versions, the word “Angel” is translated to “messenger”.
In some Bible’s versions, the word “wind” is translated to “spirit”.
In some Bible’s versions, the word “curtain” is translated to “tent”.
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On the other hand, all of the above points are ABSOLUTELY rejected in the Noble Quran because:
1) The Noble Quran says that Naught is as Allah’s likeness in attributes. Any form, picture, thoughts that you put the Almighty Creator in it is absolutely wrong.
2) The Almighty Creator is not a body
3) The thunder is not the voice of the Almighty Creator.
4) When the Almighty Creator decides upon a matter, when He wants to do anything, He only says to it ‘Be!’ and it is.
5) The speed of the Lord God was that of the wind; for instance, does not He know the speed of the light? However, Naught is as Allah’s likeness in attributes.
6) The wind has no wings!
7) the Angels are created from the Pure Light.
the Angels are the servants of the Almighty Creator and they never disobey Him.
9) The earth has No foundations and it is rounded and it moves
10) The Great Prophet King David can not say that about the Almighty Creator simply because he knows better who Allah is.
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Aside from the Bible and the Quran, boys in schools know very well that the earth moves and it has two types of movements: the first one is around the sun at about 100,000 km/h. It takes 365 days (1 year/12 months) for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun. and the other around itself. It takes 24 hours for the earth to spin around itself.
These two movements are responsible for the seasonal changes and the day and night respectively.
I really do not believe that the Lord God or King David says that the earth foundations and it should not be moved for ever. .
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Psalm 104:1-8 in three different versions of the Bible:
New International Version
1 Praise the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, you are very great; you are clothed with splendor and majesty.
2 He wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a tent
3 and lays the beams of his upper chambers on their waters. He makes the clouds his chariot and rides on the wings of the wind.
4 He makes winds his messengers, flames of fire his servants.
5 He set the earth on its foundations; it can never be moved.
6 You covered it with the deep as with a garment; the waters stood above the mountains.
7 But at your rebuke the waters fled, at the sound of your thunder they took to flight;
8 they flowed over the mountains, they went down into the valleys, to the place you assigned for them.
King James Version
1Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honour and majesty.
2Who coverest thyself with light as with a garment: who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain:
3Who layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters: who maketh the clouds his chariot: who walketh upon the wings of the wind:
4Who maketh his angels spirits; his ministers a flaming fire:
5Who laid the foundations of the earth, that it should not be removed for ever.
6Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood above the mountains.
7At thy rebuke they fled; at the voice of thy thunder they hasted away.
8They go up by the mountains; they go down by the valleys unto the place which thou hast founded for them.
Young’s Literal Translation
1Bless, O my soul, Jehovah! Jehovah, my God, Thou hast been very great, Honour and majesty Thou hast put on.
2Covering himself [with] light as a garment, Stretching out the heavens as a curtain,
3Who is laying the beam of His upper chambers in the waters, Who is making thick clouds His chariot, Who is walking on wings of wind,
4Making His messengers — the winds, His ministers — the flaming fire.
5He hath founded earth on its bases; It is not moved to the age and for ever.
6The abyss! as with clothing Thou hast covered it, Above hills do waters stand.
7From Thy rebuke they flee, From the voice of Thy thunder haste away.
8They go up hills — they go down valleys, Unto a place Thou hast founded for them.
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The Wind in the Noble Quran (2)
In this article, the following three points will be discussed:
1) The Historical destructive wind as a Punishment for the disbelievers of the Ancient nation of Aad
2) What if Allah wants to do anything?
3) The Precious verse (faith-wise) of the Quran that describes the Almighty Creator
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1) The Historical destructive wind as a Punishment for the disbelievers of the Ancient nation of Aad.
Verses 69:4-8 of the Noble Quran describe this destructive wind!
Historical Background:
Aad was an ancient nation. Aad nation is always mentioned in the Noble Quran as a nation that came after Noah. Allah sent his Prophet Hud to the people of Aad; some of them believed and many of them disbelieved. Allah punished the disbelievers of Aad by the wind and He saved the believers. The people of Aad were famous by their outstanding might.
It is said that Aad nation lived at the south of Saudi Arabia, nearby Yemen.
The Prophet Hud was Arabic.
The nation of Aad and the Prophet Hud are not mentioned in the Bible.
Thamud was an ancient nation. Thamud nation came after the nation of Aad; it is always mentioned in the Noble Quran as a nation that came after Aad.
Allah sent his Prophet Salih to the people of Thamud; some of them believed and many of them disbelieved. Allah punished the disbelievers of Thamud when they killed the Camel which was the miracle of the Prophet Salih who warned his people not to hurt that Camel and they agreed but they never kept their word. The miraculous Camel emerged from a big rock and it has no father and no mother; it came out as an intact adult Camel following Allah’s will when He says to anything He wants: Be! And it is.
The people of Aad were famous by the might and transgression.
It is said that Aad nation lived at the northern part of Saudi Arabia, nearby Yemen.
The nation of Thamud is too not mentioned in the Bible may be because the Prophet Salih was Arabic too.
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The meanings of verses 69:4-8
Verses 69:4
The nation of Thamud and the nation of Aad both disbelieved in the Resurrection to come and they denied their Prophets and refuted the Day of Judgment.
Verses 69:5
As for Thamud, they were destroyed by the overwhelming Roar, an excessively severe shout of the Angel Gabriel. They were destroyed because of their transgression and idolatry; and it is said that their transgression drove them to disbelieve until they were destroyed.
Verses 69:6
And as for Aad, they were destroyed by a fierce roaring wind. The wind was deafening, intensely clamorous, violent wind, [that was] powerful and severe [in its assault] upon Aad, despite their power and might.
Verses 69:7
Allah forced and imposed that wind upon them uninterruptedly for seven nights and eight days with the same force so that you might have seen the people therein lying prostrate, lying dead on the ground, as if they were the hollow, collapsed, trunks of palm-trees.
Verses 69:8
So do you O Muhammad see any remnant of them? Do you see one remaining?’ No!
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Verses 69:4-8 of the Noble Quran in four different translations:
Verses 69:4
QARIB: Thamood and Aad belied the clatterer.
SHAKIR: Samood and ad called the striking calamity a lie
PICKTHAL: (the tribes of) Thamud and Aad disbelieved in the judgment to come.
YUSUFALI: the Thamud and the ‘ad people (branded) as false the stunning calamity!
Verses 69:5
QARIB: Thamood, they were destroyed by the violent shout (of Gabriel),
SHAKIR: then as to Samood, they were destroyed by an excessively severe punishment
PICKTHAL: as for Thamud, they were destroyed by the lightning.
YUSUFALI: but the Thamud, – they were destroyed by a terrible storm of thunder and lightning!
Verses 69:6
QARIB: as for Aad, they were destroyed by a howling, violent wind
SHAKIR: and as to ad, they were destroyed by a roaring, violent blast
PICKTHAL: and as for Aad, they were destroyed by a fierce roaring wind,
YUSUFALI: and the ‘ad, they were destroyed by a furious wind, exceedingly violent;
Verses 69:7
QARIB: that he subjected upon them for seven nights and eight days consecutively and you might have seen them struck down as if they were the stumps of palm trees that had fallen down.
SHAKIR: which he made to prevail against them for seven nights and eight days unremittingly, so that you might have seen the people therein prostrate as if they were the trunks of hollow palms
PICKTHAL: which he imposed on them for seven long nights and eight long days so that thou mightest have seen men lying overthrown, as they were hollow trunks of palm-trees.
YUSUFALI: he made it rage against them seven nights and eight days in succession: so that thou couldst see the (whole) people lying prostrate in its (path), as they had been roots of hollow palm-trees tumbled down!
Verses 69:8
QARIB: can you see any remnant of them now?
SHAKIR: do you then see of them one remaining?
PICKTHAL: canst thou (O Muhammad) see any remnant of them?
YUSUFALI: then seest thou any of them left surviving?
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2) What if Allah wants to do anything?
Verse 36: 82 says:
QARIB: when he wills a thing, his command is to say to it ‘be’, and it is!
SHAKIR: his command, when he intends anything, is only to say to it: be, so it is
PICKTHAL: but his command, when he intendeth a thing, is only that he saith unto it: be! and it is.
YUSUFALI: verily, when he intends a thing, his command is, “be”, and it is!
The meanings of the verse:
His command, His affair, when He wills a thing, that is, [when He will] to create something, or to do anything is just to say to it ‘Be’, and it is.
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3) The Precious verse (faith-wise) of the Quran that describes the Almighty Creator
Verse 42: 11 says
QARIB: the originator of the heavens and the earth, he has given you from yourselves, pairs, and also pairs of cattle, thereby multiplying you. there is nothing like him. he is the hearer, the seer.
SHAKIR: the originator of the heavens and the earth; he made mates for you from among yourselves, and mates of the cattle too, multiplying you thereby; nothing like a likeness of him; and he is the hearing, the seeing
PICKTHAL: the creator of the heavens and the earth. he hath made for you pairs of yourselves, and of the cattle also pairs, whereby he multiplieth you. naught is as his likeness; and he is the hearer, the seer.
YUSUFALI: (he is) the creator of the heavens and the earth: he has made for you pairs from among yourselves, and pairs among cattle: by this means does he multiply you: there is nothing whatever like unto him, and he is the one that hears and sees (all things).
The meanings of the verse:
He (Allah) is the Originator of the heavens and the earth, the One Who created them [without precedent]. He has made for you, from your own selves, pairs, when He created Eve from Adam’s rib, and [also] pairs, males and females, of the cattle and whereby He multiplies you through marriage. There is nothing like Him; there is no likeness of Him, exalted be He). He is the Hearer, of what you say, the Seer, of your works. Naught is as His likeness in attributes, knowledge, power and providence etc.
The basic point of faith is that Naught is as your Almighty creator.
Since man is a creature which has Spirit that gives him like; and since Naught is as the likeness of your Creator, then the Almighty Creator has NO SPIRIT.
Hence, the Almighty Creator is not a body or material like us. Any form, picture or thoughts that you put the Almighty Creator in it is absolutely wrong.
According to the Islamic Rule of Faith, if any one put the Almighty Creator in any form, picture or thoughts, he or she is Disbeliever and has No faith; and he will end up in the Hereafter as a dweller of the Eternal Fire.
This is in spite of what name(s) you are giving to your Almighty Creator e.g. Allah, Lord, God, Jehovah etc.
On the other hand, the vice versa is absolutely True!
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Back to my question to the smart and interested reader:
Is the Quran quoted from the Bible?
Professor Dr. Ibrahim Khalil
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? Head of Clinical Microbiology and Infection Control Unit, Ain-Shams University. Cairo, Egypt,
? President of the Egyptian Society of Inventors,
? Member of the Egyptian union of Writers,
? Published some 60 Medical Articles,
? Supervisors for 79 PhD theses,
? Supervisors for 111 Master Degree theses,
? Co-Chief Editor of the Egyptian Journal of Lab. Medicine,
? Honorary President of SPIC-Egypt (The Society for Practitioners of Infection Control – Egypt)
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A humidor is any kind of box or room with constant humidity – and often warmth as well – used to store cigars, cigarettes, or pipe tobacco A cigar humidor is a box (or room) designed to store and age cigars within the optimal humidity range of 68 % to 72% at room temperature. a humidor can also be an attractive piece of furniture.
A humidor contains a humidification device that either adds or removes humidity inside the box to maintain the optimal level. Cigars should be stored at room temperature (about 70F degrees) with a humidity level of 68 to 72 percent. Sometimes, it is difficult to maintain a constant level of humidity inside the box, especially when seasons change. Hydrometer is a gauge used to measure the level of humidity . Analog or digital hygrometers can be used to measure humidity levels inside of humidors. Cigars are hygroscopic in nature. They will over time dry out when in a dry climate or absorb moisture in a humid one. And they will continue to do so until their own moisture content matches that of the ambient climate around them.
A dry cigar will burn too hot. Without the proper level of moisture, the combustion temperature of your cigar will be too high and the smoke will be hot and acrid against your palate. Humidors come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors Some are simple classic designs while others are wildly exotic. Humidors can be quite expensive so you should view a wide variety and take your time when selecting one. When selecting a humidor it is best to select one with 5/8″ or greater wall thickness. These devices are typically low-cost and serve almost everyone’s humidifier needs
Passive humidifiers have traditionally been constructed of sponge, clay, or oasis florist foam encased in a perforated container. The foam is moistened with distilled water and then placed within the humidor.
Humidors are generally offered with analog hygrometers. Three systems of analog hygrometers must be differentiated: Analog hygrometers with a metal spring,. Analog natural hair hygrometers and Analog synthetic hair hygrometers. The first thing you should decide while buying a humidor is the capacity you require and where you will place it A good humidor should be large enough to comfortably and loosely hold your cigars. If you have more than one type of cigar, you should choose a humidor with dividers so that the tastes don’t blend
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Is there a cigar aficionado on your gift list? Wondering how to choose a decent cigar for a friend or loved one? Even if you know nothing about cigars or choosing a good cigar, just learning a few basics can help you sniff out (sometimes literally) a good cigar to give to a friend.
Fortunately, cigars have now entered the mainstream. Once the symbol of the rich and powerful, it’s easier than ever for just about anyone to purchase a good cigar. Of course, you probably won’t be able to your friend a box of top-tier Cuban cigars, but you can definitely them a good quality cigar that will put a smile on their face.
First, visit your local tobacconist or specialty smoke shop for the best quality and widest selection. Avoid ‘drugstore’ cigars. Although they may be inexpensive and convenient to purchase, drugstore cigars are usually filled with preservatives and generally of poorer quality. They may contain, at minimum, saltpeter, paper, glycerin, and other preservatives and irritants. You should make sure that the cigars you purchase are made of 100% tobacco. If you have any questions regarding the cigars ingredients, ask the salesperson. An experienced and knowledgeable clerk will be able to tell you extensive information about the ingredients.
Your local tobacco shop is a good place to shop because you will generally be allowed to smell and touch the cigars. Squeeze the cigar gently. A good quality cigar will give a little when squeezed. The cigar should be firm, with no excessively soft or hard spots. Never a lumpy cigar. Look at the wrapper. If you notice any drying or discoloration, best not to it. Ideally, the wrapper should be tight and smooth. Inspect the color of the tobacco to make sure it is even. Do this by inspecting the end of the cigar. Some color variation is normal, but if the color changes abruptly, chances are the cigar was not rolled properly. A cigar that is not rolled properly may result in an uneven burning and unpleasant odors.
If you’re not sure how much your friend smokes, choose a longer cigar. Longer cigars tend to have a ‘cooler’ taste—an excellent choice for beginners. If you know your friend is an experienced and regular smoker, choose a cigar that is greater in diameter. These cigars tend to have a richer flavor that experienced smokers will appreciate.
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One of the fastest growing sectors in the US economy is, unbelievably, non-profit or tax exempt organizations. These organizations get their funds primarily from donations given to them by supportive donors and use them for fundraising programs, activities, and of course expenses and general administration services. Causes and goals they support are usually related to poverty, education, and abuse, which are some of the most serious issues that affect the society every day. And because of this, these organizations wish to help uplift these sad realities by asking for help from the more fortunate through donations either in cash or in kind.
If you’re faced with several requests for donations and are feeling guilty and lost on what to do, don’t worry. You’re not the only one with this kind of problem. Most of the charities being held are honest and sincere in their cause, but we cannot ignore the fact that there are some charities with unknown or hidden agenda. They could be spending the funds on other things instead of the cause they so proudly announced and elaborated at your doorstep, so to be able to avoid making the wrong decision here are some very helpful tips in giving donations to charities and non-profit organizations.
Get to know the and its history first before deciding on giving donations. Normally charities and non-profit organizations should introduce themselves and provide basic information about the cause they support and their activities, so don’t hesitate to ask for this information first before donating any amount to them. If the representatives cannot give you any information about what they do and what they are about, you definitely should say no as they could be scoundrels just using a good cause for their greedy agenda.
Knowing where your money is being used is also an important detail to look into before giving donations to a particular charity. Ideally, 60% of the funds should go to program activities while 40% goes to fundraising expenses and administration. You can request this information from the people behind the organization in the form of annual reports, photos, flyers, and newsletters. Also, keep an eye out for charities that label mail and telemarketing expenses as “public education” because they may be using this to hide their actual fundraising costs.
Do not give in to low tactics such as pressure and emotional appeal. Some charities would do this to their donors in to get them to donate on the spot. They would either put pressure on you or they would use “sob stories” and crying to get you to donate immediately. Remember that responsible, respectable, and legitimate organizations do not do these to people they are seeking help from, so don’t be easily enticed or feel sorry if representatives use these tactics when asking at your doorstep.
You can keep a record of all your donations in the form of receipts or printed copies. This is usually for tax purposes, so take advantage of the opportunity for tax deductibles by keeping bank records, receipts, and the like.
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the Angels are the servants of the Almighty Creator and they never disobey Him.