Yolanda King

Obviously their culture changed, their language, their social norms, possibly the way they dressed, as well as the food they ate. Their status in Jerusalem was somewhat important as they were from Royal/wealthy families. I think the effect of changing their names to Babylonian names must have been very difficult as it was more than just a name to them, but it was almost a part of their identity. I imagine they would have still held onto their real names almost like a Middle name, in remembrance of who they really were, but this is just my opinion. I think if they were really made eunuchs, it could have made a great effect on their lives in that they were unable to have children, which could have caused them to mourn that. However like mentioned in the study it would have also meant that they were devoted to loyalty and service. I don’t think they made compromises, because when they had the opportunity to compromise with food and drink they didn’t, and later on with worship they didn’t.

Yes, when I went to India. It felt very alien at first. Yes, thankfully I was able to stay with a Christian family, but seeing all the idolatry and false worship of Hinduism was hard.