I am not on some kind of anti-Christianity rant here, it just so happens that YouTube seems to pick up on the algorithm from prior videos that you have viewed, and then similar videos show up in your home feed and the like. If it looks interesting (and seems credible and informative) I may post it to my blog here, like this one, I guess. And that's what happened here. In other words, I didn't go looking for it. I have to say, I really dig YouTube though. I'm not saying its perfect, but in my opinion, it is probably the most informative and interesting website, by far. No doubt about it...
Yea, ya know, when your right, your right. Of course, this is in relation to the recent Hamas terrorist attacks on the Jewish people in Israel, and their related atrocities...
Ya know, what the Rabbi is saying here, DEFINITELY reminds me of what is written in one of the ancient Jewish Apocryphal Wisdom books ironically (and also in the Catholic Bible) which I remember from when I was a kid, but really didn't learn it myself, until later on in life. The hard way...
"In prosperity we cannot know our friends; in adversity an enemy will not remain concealed. When a man is successful even his enemy is friendly; in adversity even his friend disappears. Never trust your enemy, for his wickedness is like corrosion in bronze. Even though he acts humbly and peaceably toward you, take care to be on your guard against him... Who pities a snake charmer when he is bitten, or anyone who goes near a wild beast? So it is with the companion of the wicked man...
While you stand firm, he makes no bold move; but if you slip he cannot hold back. With his lips an enemy speaks sweetly, but in his heart he schemes to plunge you into the abyss. Though an enemy has tears in his eyes, if given the chance, he will never have enough of your blood..." -Sirach 12: 8-18
"The heart of a man changes his countenance, either for good or for evil..."
-Sirach 13: 24-25
Definitely words to live by. (I know). In fact, I have come to learn myself, that really understanding these things (and developing or having discernment) can even possibly save your life! (And who would better understand this, then the Jewish people themselves?) Especially, if you're a trusting person by nature, because you know, that you, yourself can be trusted. Wanted to look this up and post it as a reminder, for myself, if for no other reason...
Freakin' BRILLIANT video. And an absolutely MUST SEE. In other words, in the case of religion, Hamas is like a perfect example for instance, where religion (and belief in your particular version of God) actually becomes a detriment to peace and societal well being. In fact, humanity itself has seen this in many different ways (and cultures) down thru the centuries. Particularly, in two of the major world religions, Christianity and Islam. And that, very well, ironically may be the reason why the more progressive societies have mostly abandoned the notion of belief and adherence to a particular religion altogether. Although, it still doesn't negate an individual's own particular spiritual beliefs. The main litmus test: Does it conform to reason and rational thinking and behavior or not. Intelligent people (in general) recognize this, and that's why those particular nations generally do much better then nations that force a particular religious belief on their people (as a form of control) and as in the case of most Islamic nations (like Iran, Afghanistan, and Saudi Arabia) for example...
In other words, 'free' societies (in the true sense of the word) are generally better (and more advanced) societies. And human history itself has proved this to be true...
"I'm Scottish, and whenever I talk to religious Americans about secular societies, they usually start talking about socialism being the logical conclusion of a godless society. I used to find that very strange, but the more I watch what's going on in US politics, the more I understand. The GOP has equated satanism and secularism with socialist and progressive policies, and the two have become inextriably linked in the minds of a huge number of people. They believe that secular countries are wallowing in sin and poverty, where we aren't free to live our lives and eat rats for every meal. Only through Jesus can we be saved. The exact opposite is the truth, however. We have thrown off the shackles that the church had bound us in for centuries, and we're much better for it.
I'm pretty sure that 99% of right wing conservative politicians in the USA are grifters, using religion to enrich themselves, but there are just enough actual believers to make them dangerous. Banning books, revising history and denying a persons right to identify as anything but what thier holy book prescribes is not how a society develops, it is how it regresses and stagnates. The current push towards Christian Nationalism is a direct road to a fascist theocracy, but they don't appear to see it. They will condemn Islamic dictatorships while demanding that the laws and morality of the bible are enforced, because thier holy book is obviously the real one."
-@tussk (YouTube Viewer).
"If you are taught religion when you're very young, before you've developed critical thinking skills that aspect of your belief system will be compartmentalized and separate from other, more rational beliefs. This is why religious institutions are so hot to get children indoctrinated young." -@UncleBuz (YouTube Viewer).
"Morality preceded religion by thousands of years..." -@trinidadscorpion3835 (YouTube Viewer).
"I'm in my later 60s now. I owe a massive debt of gratitude to a couple of amazing people who are no longer with us ❤, who opted NOT to indoctrinate us (big fam) as children and instead gently encouraged us to develop critical thinking skills and decide for ourselves through personal experience and realization. Thanks M&D, you did us a giant solid. Respect and love." -usaturnuranus (YouTube Viewer).
"I live in the Bible belt, the zone with the greatest criminality rates in the US."
-rocioaguilera3555 (YouTube Viewer).
Probably the best explanation (I have heard so far) as to possibly why it is called the Roman Catholic Church. Also, what seems to be the real translation to some of the words in the Lord's Prayer...
Yea, from what I understand (and I heard this years ago) the part in the Lords Prayer that says "forgive us our trespasses (or 'sins') as we forgive those who trespass (or 'sin') against us is really not accurate (and may have even been tampered with over time) because, it has been said (and sometimes even translated this way) in the original language (or source) to actually mean: "Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." This even seems to be more plausible, considering the period and culture Jesus was (allegedly) living in. And yea, I do get the Rabbi's point, that it does sorta' contradict the basic premise of (fundamental) Christianity itself, that we can only be forgiven by the blood of Jesus. But (of course) its just one of the many contradictions to begin with, in the New Testament. If you really know it to begin with, and read it honestly, with an open mind, and have common sense, that is. So really, the point basically is, that you should at least have a clue as to what you are worshipping, but also praying, as well. 'Cause it quite possibly, could even be dangerous. (Especially the worshipping part). I guess, the beginning of the Lord's Prayer DOES seem to be pretty positive, but the latter part may have been added, edited, or maybe both, I don't know. But yea, the second part of the prayer, definitely does not seem to add up, one way or the other. (So it would seem). And so the argument definitely does seem to make allot of sense, either way, and have always wondered about it myself. Just sayin'. Jesus, along with the development of the Christmas holiday itself, may very well be some kind of archetype, in a way. Maybe. If you want to at least still try to look at the whole thing in a positive light. In other words, the word 'Christ' means 'anointed'. (The word 'anointed' was really a term that was usually used to refer to ancient Hebrew Kings). And in the Catholic Charismatic movement, at least, we are all called to be 'anointed'- to heal the world. (In Reform Judaism it is called: Tikkun Olam). And just take it from there I guess, because there is still some pretty intense stuff in the New Testament, looking at it objectively, that is. But yea, once again, you just HAVE TO USE common sense, critical thinking, and objective reasoning...
Wow! Mind blower...
Another, one of the best videos from this YouTube Channel. Some really brilliant stuff from the Rabbi in this discussion. Interestingly, the Rabbi also mentions (in so many words) that he does emphatically believe in the existence of a Heaven and a Hell, and that he DEFINITELY believes that Hitler (and his henchmen) ARE in hell...
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