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Have you ever read anything by Owen Barfield? I'm obsessed with his books... and I think he has something to say along these lines... He is regarded as a christian theologian... but I think that is only because people don't see what he is really saying... that God is bigger than the beliefs they hold about him... If you are interested in theology books Saving the Appearances is a fantastic book if you can make it through the first couple of chapters! I too am beginning to move in this direction.
posted by
msugatinha
on April 23, 2007 at 12:08 AM
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Justi's "Great task"
I am so glad you responded. I hope you realize that I intended no offense either to yourself or your God in my previous post. I had a point to make, and I thought that humor was the best course to take. I harbor absolutely no grudge against you at all, and hope you will continue as my friend and comment freely on my future posts.
It is, as you say, a monumental task, but, like the Chinese (I think) saying, "the longest journey must begin with the first step." I am considering a much-needed vacation during the next several weeks, and it might be two to three weeks before I can return to my writing, but "if the Good Lord is willing, and the creek 'don't' rise," I will be back.
Have a great day.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 17, 2007 at 6:25 PM
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GEPRUITT
This is an incredibly great task you all are looking toward. It blows my mind but I am sure all of you are up to the task.
posted by
Justi
on April 17, 2007 at 5:05 PM
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GEPRUITT
posted by
David1Spirit
on April 17, 2007 at 4:51 PM
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David1Spirit's new bible comment
That's the idea! Precisely. The Bible of the Christians does contain a world of witt and wisdom. Let's keep it! Let's just advance it far beyond what modern-day Christians are proving unable or unwilling to do. Who knows? Our new bible just very well may become the new standard and surplant the old one, much as the New Testament has virtually replaced the Old Testament. "Where there is no vision, the people perish." Continue to think about it and help us to grow. There is awesome power in numbers!
Let's keep all the good of the Christian Bible by undetaking a massive "weed and grass" uprooting and gardening operation upon it! This will be the third time this has been done. Will this third time be "the charm?" It could be . . . if we are unselfish and wise!
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 17, 2007 at 3:56 PM
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Your comments on creating your "own bible" are very interesting
I have, from time to time, considered a "re-write" of that book. Taking the best the bible has to offer and interpreting them in a way that can be useful in today's world. Taking out the negatives (judgement, sin, vengeance, etc etc) and creating something that is postive, uplifting and tolerant.
I would, in some cases interpret direct quotes, but only as a way to show how peace and awareness can be created for all; regardless of past history or beliefs.
In my opinion that is probably how the original Bible started out. Then men with serious (sometimes oppressive) agendas took over and created something that I couldn't possibly live with.
posted by
David1Spirit
on April 17, 2007 at 3:21 PM
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Sannhet's "Your own bible?"
Yes! I'm quite serious about this. I think that such a bible is needed for a new religion. I further think it best if such a work be accomplished by the contribution of many writers rather than just one. As time passes, and as my posts on the Nature of The Unknown God (as determined over the previous time-frame of nearly 50 years now), proceed, please consider carefullly if you agree with the precepts of this new belief strongly enough as to submit a book chapter of your own for possible inclusion in it. I will, periodically, be asking various ones of you here on Blogit, for volunteer submissions. Granted, there is a lot of advance work yet to be done, including group discussions, planning meetings, etc., before then, but the times should be both exciting and rewarding. Thank you.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 17, 2007 at 3:12 PM
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David1Spirit's peace
Thanks for your words of encouragement. The one some-what shocking (though pleasant) part of this event has been the relatively large number of readers who have supported me in my decision. Thank you so much; this means a lot to me.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 17, 2007 at 2:37 PM
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GEPRUITT, good for you. I hope whatever path you take leads to peace
I said almost the same words that you used in your post a few years back. Made a huge difference in my life.
Peace to you!
posted by
David1Spirit
on April 17, 2007 at 1:21 PM
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GE -
Your own bible? Interesting. I might be interested in participating upon learning more.
posted by
sannhet
on April 16, 2007 at 6:37 PM
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More power to you then.
posted by
Kripayne
on April 15, 2007 at 9:37 PM
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Kr[payne's oddity
I am not abandoning Christianity because some one "ruffled my feathers." I am not nearly so childish and shallow as that. It goes much deeper: My dissatisfaction stems from inherent flaws in the Christian System, itself, and with the painfully slow process of change with the system. In coming posts, I will explain much more fully than that.
Thanks for your comment.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 15, 2007 at 9:16 PM
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Mmmm.
Not that I'm one to be talking on your particular matter, but it seems odd to abandon something you seemed to have previously accepted based on what people say upsetting you rather than finding inherent flaws within the system for yourself. It sounds more like you're finding flaws in people instead (not hard to do). There have always been splits in Christianity regarding interpretation (and every other religion for that matter). Not to sway your direction, as I find each person creates their own personal god/system anyway, but I've always tried to base my conclusions on a given system of thought based on rationale rather than the fact some people ruffled my feathers.
posted by
Kripayne
on April 14, 2007 at 5:53 PM
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Sannhet
Please insert a "you" after "would" in my previous reply to your comment. "Song of Sannhet" has a pleasant ring to it!
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 13, 2007 at 12:08 PM
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Afzal
Thanks for the rose.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 13, 2007 at 12:01 PM
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Sannhet
Interesting. Will be good to find out. Would like to submit a chapter for possible inclusion in my new Bible?!!?
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 13, 2007 at 11:59 AM
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Xeno-x's proportions
Yes; to be sure!
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 13, 2007 at 8:43 AM
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christianity created a god of unbelievable proportions
posted by
Xeno-x
on April 13, 2007 at 8:25 AM
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Bhaskar
I do and always have. Thanks.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 13, 2007 at 7:38 AM
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Hi GEPRUITT
I have left you acomment in your earlier blog. Consider me a friend.
posted by
Bhaskar.ing
on April 13, 2007 at 1:49 AM
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posted by
afzal50
on April 13, 2007 at 12:25 AM
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GE -
Hmmm. Your God sounds very much like my "God".
posted by
sannhet
on April 12, 2007 at 8:31 PM
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Whacky's smiles
Thanks, Whacky; I needed that. Be cheerful.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 12, 2007 at 7:35 PM
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Just keep thinking. I am.
A couple of smiles. One from me and one from =^..^= Bo!
posted by
Whacky
on April 12, 2007 at 7:26 PM
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StraightForward's question
There was not just one thing, but many. I am not avoiding your question, and I will never do that. I will address that entire issue in my next post. Thank you so very much for responding.
posted by
GEPRUITT
on April 12, 2007 at 7:04 PM
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I can understand the frustrations of the slow change in Christianity.
But what particularly is it that failed you in Christianity which you get in this other GOD? Just curious...
posted by
Straightforward
on April 12, 2007 at 6:41 PM
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