Do think Jesus would fair any better if he came back today for the second coming. People would always see someone like that as a threat and act accordingly if they could.
He left as a lamb, He ain't coming back that way...
Do think Jesus would fair any better if he came back today for the second coming. People would always see someone like that as a threat and act accordingly if they could.
He left as a lamb, He ain't coming back that way...
He better not be a sheep if he wants not to be disappeared by the secret services of some country or even be a victim of the agents of some organized religion.
One reason I brought the topic up is that I have a problem wrapping my mind around these concepts. The world that I can visualize is being on a semi-round planet with quite finite definitions of its volume and parts. We are even these days finally getting down the deepest parts of the ocean with data collection equipment. Even the solar system is not that mind boggling, but infinity for the universe relative to space galaxies as far as we can see is.If we talk in terms of distance or volumn, there are no end boundaries to "Space". There will always be "something" on the other side. Space is the only true physical infinite.
One reason I brought the topic up is that I have a problem wrapping my mind around these concepts. The world that I can visualize is being on a semi-round planet with quite finite definitions of its volume and parts. We are even these days finally getting down the deepest parts of the ocean with data collection equipment. Even the solar system is not that mind boggling, but infinity for the universe relative to space galaxies as far as we can see is.
Thing about an ever expanding universe with a big bang beginning for it is likely mostly theory at the moment. I frankly do not understand it, does not mean that the theory does not have merit.
Prior to Kepler, Copernicus and Galileo the official position was much simpler. The heavens revolved around the earth and saying different could get you 'fatally reeducated by the Church' if you were in Europe. The thing is most religions are flexible enough that they can adapt to new discoveries of science to fit their theology.
I certainly can not argue with your analysis for your particular situation.Wow, and here I am worrying about being able to come up with the money to pay my taxes and doctors bills—————— :scared::behindsofa:
One historical function of religions is control. Let us say the aliens decided to become sunni muslims. I bet the Shiite muslims and some christians would vote to wipe them out just on that account.Wondering - - -> If alian beings from another galaxie stop in for a visit,and we find out that their world worships a stick of Juicy Fruit chewing gum,will our churches jump their ass and try to convert them ??
AND . . . if unable just wipe them out.
Been done before. --- SAWMAN
Wondering - - -> If alian beings from another galaxie stop in for a visit,and we find out that their world worships a stick of Juicy Fruit chewing gum,will our churches jump their ass and try to convert them ??
AND . . . if unable just wipe them out.
Been done before. --- SAWMAN
Religion’s purpose is to stop the poor from killing the rich. There has to be something more lasting than death to threaten poor people with to keep them in check. Most religions promise an eternity of agonizing pain for failing to comply with the rules of the church.
Some religious people are/were about making life more just for the poor.Religion’s purpose is to stop the poor from killing the rich. There has to be something more lasting than death to threaten poor people with to keep them in check. Most religions promise an eternity of agonizing pain for failing to comply with the rules of the church.
I agree 500% with you on that. It really does not matter what the creed or political beliefs are. Never allow anyone to have complete power over you, even they are preaching a fair break or what ever goodness they promise, if their rule is by force of arms. The marxist definition of the state is the ability to oppress. They state it is a dictatorship of the proletariat. But regardless, even if it is the great society of social justice, no politician or religious leader should be given full dominion over us. Taking our weapons is always the first step.So , those that are armed hold the power and do what ever they please with the unarmed masses. Torture , kill , rape and enslave with relative impunity . Liberals want the masses disarmed, I can’t help but wonder why?
Stand outside. Look up at a clear blue sky. Try to convince yourself that there is NO end.
Your mind will not allow it. --- SAWMAN
. But Taking our weapons is always the first step.
The sword was more like a glock in that it was a close quarters weapon. Take the roman legion that were the best infantry of that age. In battle as the enemy got close they threw darts (Throwing spears) and then swords came out for the hand to hand.We must also consider what Christ told his disciples in his last hours with them: "...But now, he who has a money bag, let him take it, and likewise a sack; and he who has no sword, let him sell his garment and buy one" (Luke 22:36, emphasis added). Keep in mind that the sword was the finest offensive weapon available to an individual soldier -- the equivalent then of a military rifle today.