Category Archives: eldest son
Tradition of Eldest Irish Son to Join the Church?
I’ve heard that in Ireland (and possibly other Catholic countries) it’s a tradition for the eldest son to join the church. Where did this tradition start and are there any sources to read up on it? The first born son … Continue reading
Who receives the flag at a military funeral : step-mother, or eldest son?
My father-in-law is retired Navy and, in case of death, we were wondering who would receive his burial flag. My husband says he would receive it since he is the eldest son. I say his step-mother if they are still … Continue reading
I think my eldest son is becoming an atheist what can I do?
My son is 16 years old and I think he might be becoming an atheist. He seems to present all of their symptoms. He has come home with A+ in math class( Which uses logic and not our kind of … Continue reading
In Genesis, did Joseph being the eldest son of Rachel have anything to do with his inheritance?
Why was he given a double portion? [Genesis 48:15-18] ‘And he blessed Joseph and said, God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac did walk, the God which fed me all my life long unto this day, The Angel which … Continue reading
I am disappointed that my eldest son doesnt like celebrating?
birthdays..if i even send a card he doesnt want to know ,he says he has no interest other than that he is very generous really love me as a mother but i feel hurt am i justified. Aknowledge is the … Continue reading
Why did Kim Jong-un become leader of North Korea instead of the eldest son?
In Asian history and many others, normally the eldest son becomes king after their king father’s death/retirement. But why didn’t kim jong -nam become leader of north korea? 2nd question- Is kim Jong-un like his father or would he be … Continue reading
In the parable of the prodigal son, why did the eldest son get mad when his father showed favor..?
to the returning son? Was the eldest sons good work forgotten by his father? How would the majority of hard working good Christians feel if God and His son found a way to save all of mankind? Everyone saved…..? with … Continue reading
If the Queen out lives her son (Prince Charles) wouldn’t the next eldest son, Prince Andrew inherit the Duchy?
of Cornwall? since Prince Andrew is also the spare? The throne is supposed to go to the oldest son and if Prince Charles passes before the Queen, Prince Andrew the next eldest son of the Queen would end up next. … Continue reading
I think my eldest son is becoming an atheist what can I do?
My son is 16 years old and I think he might be becoming an atheist. He seems to present all of their symptoms. He has come home with A+ in math class( Which uses logic and not our kind of … Continue reading
Would Prince William’s eldest son be a prince and eldest daughter and other children ladies, lords?
George V’s Letter Patents stated that "the children of any Sovereign of these Realms and the children of the sons of any such Sovereign and the eldest living son of the eldest son of the Prince of Wales shall have … Continue reading