Is it true about a smiths reflection in The Bibles Malachi 3:3?
A. Yes, it is true that if a silversmith sees his/her reflection in a crucible of molten silver that is ready to “pour.” Normally, charcoal or flux is added over the silver to absorb any oxygen away from the silver. When the impurities have been absorbed, and the silversmith can see his/her reflection (and providing the metal hasn’t been overheated), it’s ready to pour. Please keep in mind that safety glasses and proper ventilation are an absolute MUST when working with molten metal. If you’ve forgotten the entire story, here it is: “There was a group of women in a Bible study on the book of Malachi. As they were studying chapter three they came across verse three which says, “He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver.” This verse puzzled the women and they wondered what this statement meant about the character and nature of God. One of the women offered to find out about the process of refining silver and get back to the group at their next Bible study. That week the woman calle
A. Yes, it is true that if a silversmith sees his/her reflection in a crucible of molten silver that is ready to “pour.” Normally, charcoal or flux is added over the silver to absorb any oxygen away from the silver. When the impurities have been absorbed, and the silversmith can see his/her reflection (and providing the metal hasn’t been overheated), it’s ready to pour. Please keep in mind that safety glasses and proper ventilation are an absolute MUST when working with molten metal. If you’ve forgotten the entire story, here it is: “There was a group of women in a Bible study on the book of Malachi. As they were studying chapter three they came across verse three which says, “He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver.” This verse puzzled the women and they wondered what this statement meant about the character and nature of God. One of the women offered to find out about the process of refining silver and get back to the group at their next Bible study. That week the woman calle
