Let us recap what as happened since the past decade. Ever since the book that changed the world's perspective (no not that one...the more recent one). The grounds of which Christianity of which started oh so long ago were starting to be questioned more courage. I mean there has always been doubts amongst religions, one say this one is better, that one is complete compared to, who the hell did he do that? So let us take it one step at a time.
1) What is religion and how in the name of history has it been established?
Religion is a body of which a supreme being (poly or mono) is stated above it's followers and is used to govern the people from wrong doings. This could either be by fear, promise of liberation, or a better life. The Aztecs used fear and sacrifices to govern the people's needs, a good harvest, less famine, and a victory in war. Taoism used the elements and harmony and used stories of heroes who overcame obstacles as role models for the people. Of course being the humble and 'follow your elder's' society, these role models soon became idols and legends and finally deities.
Now if you put it into context, the latter's concept put into the middle east say Jerusalem. In a time where many soothsayers marketed their prophet-hood. It is like tourist shopping in the night market. If you don't be cautious, you'll buy everything. So people tend to be more cautious in choosing a club....i mean religion. They would question everything until they are impressed with something they can never explain. Like magic.
2) Context of JC's legacy
JC's legacy started from his mother. In a society where prostitutes are looked down at, virgin births are sometimes 'misinterpreted' as raped or lay-claim victims. With so many Roman Soldiers in shining armor, one can easily be chosen for fornication. So with a virgin pregnancy, ones reputation can be easily 'mistaken'.
In this sense, JC was born a bastard son, his foster father Joseph not being his own would have cared for him more as a friend a stepfather that could never replace his own. Thus, JC was brought up like any other American remarried mother would. He would be more matured and independent person. Today, you can clearly see that children with a missing parent would be stronger compared to one with everything.
His affinity to create things suggested that he was a creative individual and an action oriented person as well. The Will was strong in him as God had intended.
There is a missing link in the bible that does not explain a section of his life as he disappeared from records until his return when he was about 30. There is a record (not sure how true) that during that time, in India, there was a holyman who came to study the sutras of India before returning.
It could be that he was looking for his destiny..no matter how much you may deny it. But My argument is that, what ever he taught when he returned was very much in context of the dharma sutras that had already been written hundreds of years before his time in India.
Back then, India was a thriving place, filled with Bharmans and holyman who claimed magic and miracles. Snake charmers, people who stick their skins with Kavadis and and come out without a scratch.
The important thing is, JC returned a person with an enlightened mind, one which could not be wavered for it was true and law. Men of that age in Jerusalem did not have the background of scientists and therefore explaining the laws of nature and the rule of action and reaction was simply out of the question. JC had to try a different method. One that had already been used in China and India. Overcoming obstacles, healing with touch and solving problems. But because of the people's different perspective, he was not idolized as a deity but respected as one with no limit of kindness.
He was selfless, gave unconditional love to everyone, even the prostitutes which were considered filthy(coincidence? i'll leave it to you). He was a true William Wallace who fought to save mankind from destroying themselves. For he knew more than everyone else. He knew that sin (note the spelling and connection to the 'sine wave') was the action that would cause the destruction of the actor during the downfall of reaction.
When he was crossed, the whole community shattered at the loss of their hero. When he was brought down and away, those who was him missing, thought he had been claimed by God. This gave the community something to believe, an ultimate example of what good could give to man. Whether JC died on the cross or survived it as recent records show, his followers intended to keep the miracle alive.
3) So what is your point?
Mormons are disliked by many subdivisions of Christianity as they depict a new prophet who used Aztec pieces to read the new orders of God. But no matter how much they defer, the Mormons are happy and live a fantastic live. So is it wrong to believe in a 'lie' if it gives out good vibes anyway? What if we put what the Mormons are doing to the context of the Greater Christianity? and Christianity the rest of the world?
No, it is not wrong, however, one must understand that even if you know what is right and wrong, one must never talk bad about another's religion. You could ask about the details and question it, but never condemn it's mechanics for it is their Will to follow.
4) What if its true? What would you do?
All my life, I have had the bestest of friends who are Christian. Which is why I know a bit of Christianity. I almost wanted to convert to Catholic when I was in 1st grade. But now after so long, I realize that it is not fair for me to choose a path and limit myself into a gang. Even if it saves my soul from damnation. It is not the savior's path. Therefore, I strive to stay on earth or in hell until the last souls are liberated to heaven, maybe bring good ol Lucifer back to his creator.
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