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Christianity
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I realise that this has nothing to do with the current interesting philosophical discussion here, but I found this quote by Adrian d'Hage quiet interesting. Admittedly it is in a work of fiction but d'Hage is currently a reseach scholar at the ANU, and holds an honours degree in Theology amongst his other hats.
"The religions of the ancients had a balance of gods and goddesses and it is only in relatively recent times that religion has been hijacked by the male of the species. I am one of those who think that male-dominated religions are dangerously out of balance and as a result, they have done untold damage in the world. With the advent of weapons of mass destruction, male dominated religions are a danger to the world."
"The religions of the ancients had a balance of gods and goddesses and it is only in relatively recent times that religion has been hijacked by the male of the species. I am one of those who think that male-dominated religions are dangerously out of balance and as a result, they have done untold damage in the world. With the advent of weapons of mass destruction, male dominated religions are a danger to the world."
Andy, I found that one of the most compelling studies put forward in the DaVinci Code. I've been trying to find more information on it but it's actually a little scarce on the interweb. I'd really like to find a book or books dedicated to the subject. Brown actually takes it further illustrating the way the female gods have actually been the victims of christian propaganda which associated their names and symbology with evil and particularly with satanic principles.
Jay, given that you believe in the afterlife and the physical realities of heaven and hell, whereabouts would these places be?
Any answer jayfox could give you would be pure speculation on his part.And he realises that.Seems tp me he gave a fair answer.Tiger Attack said:
Donald Rumsfield would describe them as unknown unknows-Or is it known unknowns?I never could work old Rummy out. ;D
Its not directrly relevant to christianity.But it's certainly relevant to every person in the world given until recently Rumsfield was one of the guys in control of defense/attack of the most powerful nation in the world.
Here is his genius in all it's glory.
There are known knowns. These are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say, there are things that we know we don't know. But there are also unknown unknowns. There are things we don't know we don't know.
Donald Rumsfeld
:hihi
Here is his genius in all it's glory.
There are known knowns. These are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say, there are things that we know we don't know. But there are also unknown unknowns. There are things we don't know we don't know.
Donald Rumsfeld
:hihi
evo said:
Evo, on numbers 5,6 - If he was considering becoming a pastor of a church then don't you think that his persuit of God may have been a little more advanced than simply "Think maybe returning to the bible might help him out." and "Think better of it." For someone to look into Christianity, to read parts of the Bible or to attend some church services would be to "think maybe of returning the bible for help" but to consider leading other people to Christ and becoming the head of the church involves a far deeper pursuit, I would have thought.
Stripes said:
I think even the most biased observer could see that Koresh was not a Christian, Stripey. He asked people to worship himself and caused a mass suicide/killing - teachings and actions that clearly contradict the teachings of Christ.
Secondly, I would like to know what evidence you have in making the outlandish statement that some of the men who wrote the prophecies in the Bible were "no different to clairvoyants". Most clairvoyants, as I understand them, don't follow the teachings of Christ at all.
jayfox said:
I attended a Christian church for some time Jayfox-on-the-run (mostly to watch a good friend in the band who has since left - the band btw was awsome!) until it finally dawned on me that the pastor himself was so full of his own ego and ability as a "faith healer" that he systematically took control of the congregation who were innocent believers in his ability to "heal" via the teachings of Christ. It wasn't about the Bible, it was totally about him and his ego - fed by the masses. This guy is the biggest manipulative and egotistical fraud I've ever met (and I've met a few in the investment banking industry!) but the frightening thing is that his congregation adore him, worship him and just want to be with him. I would not be in the least bit surprised to see him and his faithful Christian congregation at some point down the track on 6pm news in a seige type situation. Its just a matter of time IMO, this guy is a true masterful nutter, all in the name of Christ.
You would be surprised at how many people I know who are genuinely clairvoyant (not the shonky $2 shop variety, but those who indeed have the capacity to elevate themselves to higher vibrational frequencies) who also follow the teachings of Christ. My best friend is a born again Christian, and get this, is also a scientist who is developing extraordinary intuitive abilities!! We are multi-dimensional beings Jay. We only use 5% of our brain! All I'm saying is don't limit yourself by your own thinking or beliefs buddy.