Category: Disciple
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How to Build a Religion – Part 2
The discussion explores the religious and political dynamics of Jesus’ time, emphasizing the fertile ground for new beliefs amid societal corruption. It contrasts faith and organized religion, critiques the emergence of “science” as a new form of faith, and analyzes the intricate power structures within Judaism, highlighting the conflicts between the Sanhedrin and Herod’s lineage.
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How to Build a Religion – Part 1
Religion is not faith. This is not a hypothesis. You might have to wrangle this on your own a bit. but the basic idea is that faith is a person predisposition to believe in something that is not factual – doesn’t even need to touch the realm of factual. Not to get too technical,but faith…
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Repost: Bernie’s Op-Ed on Gaza, in the New York Times
I was reminded today of why I love Bernie Sanders: this op-ed is devoid of partisanship – really. The facts are stated, clearly, and succinctly. The blame is laid, and responsibility neatly assigned. Well done. Justice for Palestinians and Security for IsraelBy Bernie SandersNov. 22, 2023 There have been five wars in the last 15…
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Ehud Barak is rational
Mr. Barak criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s talk of “destroying Hamas,” calling for a clearer objective to deny Hamas its military capabilities, rather than eradicating its ideology. He suggests careful action against Hamas based on international law, and after reducing its military power, advocates for the reestablishment of the Palestinian Authority in Gaza. He proposes…
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Alfonso got his coffee spilt
Not sure if you’ve ever been to Knoxville, TN. But there, on Gay Street, sits old Alfonso, selling his “homeless” newspapers. It was cold the other day, but most of us wrapped up, stayed inside, except when we ran our errands. Alfonso had to work outside the whole day. I can imagine him waking up…
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