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Sunday, May 6, 2012

No, not the one with a stick...


Definition of LIMBO

1. often capitalized: an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism

2
a: a place or state of restraint or confinement
b: a place or state of neglect or oblivion 
c: an intermediate or transitional place or state
d: a state of uncertainty


Origin of LIMBO Middle English, from Medieval Latin, abl. of limbus limbo, from Latin, border
First Known Use: 14th century

4 comments:

DaveO said...

Limbo is referred to by a centuries-older term: "The Bosom of Abraham."

It is not Hell, but more like a holding cell where one awaits the Judge.

Spockgirl said...

I hope to God there isn't a swimsuit competition or talent show.

DaveO said...

LMFAO !!!

Spockgirl said...

Thank you... thank you very much.