I understand what your saying, but I'm confused, perhaps you could clear this up for me.
I'm under the impression that according to Christian doctrine that we are all sub-human next to Jesus, and for punishing him we deserve what we're getting. I find it to be a doctrine based on masochism, self-loathing, and voluntary suffering - so I ask, how can a doctrine like this help bring us back our freedom?
The Christian "doctrine" is that we are living in a cursed world because of what Adam and Eve did
not because of Jesus' death.
Gene - first, let me say that I totally love to hear your calls on FTL. You're both witty and educated in the points you make to Ian and Mark, and it always adds to the show when you ring in. Keep calling in!
However, while we both agree on anarchy, I would hasten to quiz you on how the xian doctrine is compatible with individualism and anarchy
You have mentioned 'Adam and Eve' - my understanding of the xian concept of 'original sin' is that Adam/ Eve were punished due to accepting the Seprent's offer of 'knowledge.'
How can you justify punishment of a person (of a whole world?!) who, simply, want to know more? Is god's action of denying 'knowledge' (self-awareness) not going to reduce the personal responsibility a person has, in favour of his totalitarian regime? Surely, to the individualist - as well as to the anarchist - 'knowledge' is not only power, but also vital?