CurseForge Shader Updates CurseForge, a popular platform for downloading and sharing Minecraft mods, has recently announced some exciting updates to their shader pack offerings. Shaders are add-ons that improve the visual experience of the game, enhancing lighting, shadows, and other graphical elements. One of the main **highlights** of the CurseForge shader updates is the addition of new shaders to their library. This means that Minecraft players will have even more options when it comes to customizing the look of their game. The new shaders vary in style and intensity, allowing players to choose the one that best suits their preferences. In addition to expanding their shader library, CurseForge has also made efforts to improve the performance and compatibility of their shaders.
In addition to expanding their shader library, CurseForge has also made efforts to improve the performance and compatibility of their shaders. Minecraft players with lower-end PCs or older graphics cards often struggle to run shaders smoothly. However, CurseForge has implemented optimizations to make the shaders more accessible to a wider range of players.
Joshua builds an altar at Mt Ebal
Josh 8:30-35 Joshua builds an altar on the slopes of Mt Ebal (above the Vale of Shechem, to the north of Ai) (see 4 on Map 48 & Deuteronomy 27:4-8). He reads aloud the whole of the Law of Moses including the blessings if they follow the LORD and the curses if they abandon him (see Deuteronomy 11:26-30).
Mt Ebal looking across the Vale of Shechem to Mt Gerizim (Someone35)
Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim
Mount Ebal and Mount Gerizim stood at the very centre of the ‘promised land’ of Canaan. Dominating the hill country to the north and south of the Vale of Shechem, this location had a great religious significance to the descendants of Jacob (the people of ‘Israel’) when they began to conquer the land of Canaan in c.1406 BC.
It was here at Shechem (near modern-day Nablus), over four hundred years earlier, that Abram had built an altar by the sacred tree of Moreh in c.1855BC to commemorate his meeting with God (see Genesis 12:6). Here, in c.1691BC, his grandson Jacob (‘Israel’) set up an altar to El Elohe Israel (‘God, the God of Israel’) (see Genesis 33:18-20) and later buried the household gods brought from Haran, symbolising a turning away from idolatry and a commitment to the one true God (see Genesis 35:4).
Following the conquest of Ai, Joshua assembled the Israelites on the slopes of Mt Ebal to read aloud the Law of Moses (see Joshua 8:30-35). Half the people stood facing Mt Gerizim across the valley, and half stood facing the summit of Mt Ebal, as commanded by Moses (in Deuteronomy 11:29): “You are to announce the blessings from Mt Gerizim and the curses from Mt Ebal” (see also Deuteronomy 27:12 - 28:68).
Shechem became an important religious centre after the conquest of Canaan. At the end of the campaign, Joshua addressed all the people here and urged them to be faithful to the LORD their God (see Joshua 24:1). He renewed the covenant with God and set up a large stone at Shechem to act as a witness (see Joshua 24:25-26). Later, Joseph’s body, brought from Egypt, was laid to rest at Shechem (see Joshua 24:32).
After the fall of Samaria (the capital of Israel) in 721 BC, and the subsequent intermarriage between the few remaining Israelites and the new Assyrian settlers, the mixed-race ‘Samaritans’ built their own temple on the slopes of Mt Gerizim. These slopes had been ‘blessed’ at the time of the conquest of Canaan (see above), and the Samaritans believed Abraham had prepared to sacrifice Isaac at this spot (see Genesis 22:1-14). The Samaritan temple on Mt Gerizim rivalled the Jewish temple in Jerusalem until it was destroyed in c.128 BC. This is the ‘temple’ referred to by the Samaritan woman whom Jesus met at Jacob’s well (see John 4:20).
Today, Samaritans still slaughter a ceremonial lamb at Passover on the slopes of Mt Gerizim, though the remains of the ancient Samaritan sanctuary on the summit of Mt Gerizim are now dominated by the remnants of a 5th century Byzantine church.
Another important **point** to note is that CurseForge now offers a more streamlined installation process for shaders. Previously, players had to manually download and install each shader pack, which could be cumbersome for newcomers. With the new update, users can simply click a button to install a shader directly from the CurseForge website or launcher. Lastly, CurseForge's shader updates also bring improvements to the user interface. The website and launcher now have a more intuitive layout, making it easier for players to browse and manage their shaders. This enhanced user experience allows for a more seamless and enjoyable modding experience. In conclusion, CurseForge's shader updates bring new options, better performance, streamlined installation, and improved user interface to the Minecraft modding community. These updates enhance the visual experience of the game, allowing players to customize and personalize their Minecraft worlds to their liking..
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- John Doe - 2/5 rating - The curse forge shader updates are a major disappointment. The performance is terrible and the visuals are underwhelming. I expected so much more from this update, but it seems like they just slapped on a few effects and called it a day. The shaders feel clunky and unpolished, and it's honestly not worth the hassle of trying to get them to work properly. Overall, I'm really let down by this update and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a decent shader experience.
- Jane Smith - 1/5 rating - I absolutely hate the new curse forge shader updates. The performance is so bad that it's practically unplayable. Not to mention, the visuals are just mediocre at best. I expected much better from a supposedly updated version of the shaders. The lighting and shadows look completely off, and it ruins the whole Minecraft experience for me. I've tried tweaking the settings and installing different versions of the shaders, but nothing seems to improve the performance or graphics. I'm really disappointed with this update and I hope they fix it soon.
- Chris Johnson - 2/5 rating - The curse forge shader updates are a huge letdown. The performance hit is just not worth it for the minor improvements in visuals. I've noticed a significant drop in FPS and constant stuttering while using these shaders. The water reflections are nice, but other than that, there's not much to be excited about. It's a shame because I was really looking forward to an enhanced Minecraft experience, but instead, I'm left with a laggy mess. I'll be uninstalling these shaders and sticking to the vanilla game until they can fix the performance issues.
- Sarah Thompson - 2/5 rating - I have mixed feelings about the curse forge shader updates. On one hand, the visuals can be stunning at times, with vibrant colors and realistic lighting. However, on the other hand, the performance is terrible. I experience constant lag and FPS drops, which make the game almost unplayable. It's frustrating because I really wanted to enjoy these shaders, but the technical issues just ruin the whole experience for me. I would only recommend these shaders to someone with a high-end gaming setup who doesn't mind sacrificing performance for visuals.