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Cruise shipping is not affected, but fishing in the narrow channel is banned.. But the depths of St George's channel were a dumping ground for unwanted munitions, so trawling is not a good idea there.

They sure do.

Thanks Veronica.

They could some do.

No. It condemned the so called Origenists, who believed that after many incarnations you could become equal to Christ and it condemned belief in the pre existence of the soul

Can't say about that. It's very likely the artist was just a bit superficial.

Yes, it's very possible.

I think bread represents temporality and Hans' decision proves his immaturity. He is not able to predict the consequences of his decision and he has to pay the price before he qualifies for a responsible adult.

I am not familiar with a version where he marries, but I am sure there are some.

There is a Princess on the Glass Hill, for instance. I believe there are dozens of variations in Germany and Scandinavia.

This is one of possible lessons. To me, there is a strong message about trying to find the happiness in the moment.

It's a command, like a command of the master of the genie. 'I command, you!' or something similar.

I never trully digged into the history of this fairy tale. I've heard about Runge, but can't say much more.

This is wrong. Right translation would be 'wait a minut' (in context) or 'be careful' (literary). It's an expression of mosquito's surpirise.

All. I do not limit the potential audience.