Aldous Huxley wrote The Perennial Philosophy in the 30s, I think. I used to have a slim paperback. I can't be bothered with those who believe, in the 21st century, that only their religion can deliver the "goods", and even that others who belong to other religions, or none at al,l are eternally damned. There's still a lot of that here in Scotland, where the Protestant religion has fissured into God knows (sorry) how many sub-religions and sects. On the other hand, there was an ecumenical summit in Edinburgh in the 90s.
There are many interpretation’s of Christianity and specifically Jesus.
I think it’s important to have a safe arena to discuss these findings as when I was studying the Stoned Ape theory, I came across some enlightening research that I otherwise wouldn’t have read. I believe this to be the same with each of you, putting our findings and beliefs together, we have a better chance of unravelling the truth.
I was recently introduced to the Egyptian / Greek interpretation of Iaosus. It is fascinating and I agree to part but have come across other writing’s that contradict parts.
The character Jesus returned to Jerusalem at 32 years old and had conflict with the existing hierarchy, Jerusalem was run by several factions at time. The Sanhedrin, Essenes, Pharisees and Sudducees. Believing the infighting was harmful and wanted to assist in returning to strict Abrahamic teachings. Quote “ return to the kingdom of God…”
The Gentry and financial implications were significant to the story.
If you look into the scriptures of the Torah, it confirms the pressure the Gentry put on the Sanhedrin and donations, the Judo-Christian sect was created. First rule despite your wealth was you had to be a practicing Jew for two years before subscription into Christianity. Because of this wealth, ambassador Helena convinced her son Constantin to lead as a Christian and drop his Sol Invictus beliefs.
"Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you had known me, you would have known my Father also.[d] From now on you do know him and have seen him.”" - Jesus Christ, who also claimed to be God
According to BYR, Jesus never claimed to be God. I suggest you read him directly. His books are becoming available in English translation on Kober Press. A lot of things are attributed to Jesus that he never actually said. Also see my other comments on this thread.
Bo offers a distinct melding of the Christian and Theosophic/Anthroposophic perspectives. I find it interesting, yet it is evident in any study that Jesus as a figure predated all structures awarded to him, other than the Gnostic. Since Christ was a title, like Dr. Hillman points out in his work, there is a spurious assumption that Christ was simply a single figure.
That said, people are free to believe as they wish.
I came to the Bible late in life. I have a couple versions looking for what he really said.
I gave just finished my 1st read through of the New Testament, translated from Aramaic to English in the early 1900s by George Lamsa.
Lamsa was born into & raised in an isolated Aramaic community that still practiced essentially the same culture as 2000 years ago. His translation is direct from the Peshitta, which is (controversially) said to have been copied & handed down from the original Aramaic texts.
He corrects mistranslations & provides cultural context & idiomatic descriptions that are lacking in translations from non-natives. Personally due to his background, I consider his the most reliable.
An example of a corrected translation is in Matthew 27:46 "Eli, Eli, lemana shabakthani!"
It does NOT mean My God, My God why have you forsaken me"
It translates "My God, My God, for this i was spared!" and in Aramaic idiom means "This was my destiny!"
Thanks. Without a doubt, religious followers have had a field day over the centuries interpreting what Jesus said, adding and subtracting their own material, making things up, and leaving things out. Bô Yin Râ addressed some of this in his short book "The Wisdom of St. John" that you might want to take a look at. He also prophesied that someone would eventually come to clarify all of the discrepancies in Christian dogma. He also said that Christians had done more harm by their intolerance of each other than all their external enemies. Nevertheless the spiritual force of the original impulse would eventually prevail.
"To understand the crucifixion of Jesus is to understand it was his punishment for his economic views. He was a threat to the creditors.
Jesus Christ was a socialist activist for the continuity of regular debt jubilees that were considered essential to the wellbeing of ancient economies."
Yes, I know Michael and find his work very helpful.
Of course that's not all Jesus was, and I'm sure Michael would agree.
However, it's always inspired me in my own work on monetary matters that the first thing Jesus reportedly did when he came to Jerusalem just prior to his crucifixion was to overthrow the tables of the money lenders in the Temple. Makes it seem like that was the last straw for the priests, scribes, and Pharisees!
Who is Jesus Christ? God with skin on.
What is your definition of a "god" or "God" according to:
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Galatians%203:26-29&version=NKJV
Aldous Huxley wrote The Perennial Philosophy in the 30s, I think. I used to have a slim paperback. I can't be bothered with those who believe, in the 21st century, that only their religion can deliver the "goods", and even that others who belong to other religions, or none at al,l are eternally damned. There's still a lot of that here in Scotland, where the Protestant religion has fissured into God knows (sorry) how many sub-religions and sects. On the other hand, there was an ecumenical summit in Edinburgh in the 90s.
This appears to be a respectful thread.
There are many interpretation’s of Christianity and specifically Jesus.
I think it’s important to have a safe arena to discuss these findings as when I was studying the Stoned Ape theory, I came across some enlightening research that I otherwise wouldn’t have read. I believe this to be the same with each of you, putting our findings and beliefs together, we have a better chance of unravelling the truth.
I was recently introduced to the Egyptian / Greek interpretation of Iaosus. It is fascinating and I agree to part but have come across other writing’s that contradict parts.
The character Jesus returned to Jerusalem at 32 years old and had conflict with the existing hierarchy, Jerusalem was run by several factions at time. The Sanhedrin, Essenes, Pharisees and Sudducees. Believing the infighting was harmful and wanted to assist in returning to strict Abrahamic teachings. Quote “ return to the kingdom of God…”
The Gentry and financial implications were significant to the story.
If you look into the scriptures of the Torah, it confirms the pressure the Gentry put on the Sanhedrin and donations, the Judo-Christian sect was created. First rule despite your wealth was you had to be a practicing Jew for two years before subscription into Christianity. Because of this wealth, ambassador Helena convinced her son Constantin to lead as a Christian and drop his Sol Invictus beliefs.
"Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you had known me, you would have known my Father also.[d] From now on you do know him and have seen him.”" - Jesus Christ, who also claimed to be God
According to BYR, Jesus never claimed to be God. I suggest you read him directly. His books are becoming available in English translation on Kober Press. A lot of things are attributed to Jesus that he never actually said. Also see my other comments on this thread.
If God is a higher awareness, it all makes sense.
Thank you!
Thanks for reading!
Jesus is derived from Egypt and the Gnostics. Read it here.
https://mikekay.substack.com/p/iaosous
Some interesting ideas in this. I suggest you read Bô Yin Râ's "The Wisdom of St. John."
Bo offers a distinct melding of the Christian and Theosophic/Anthroposophic perspectives. I find it interesting, yet it is evident in any study that Jesus as a figure predated all structures awarded to him, other than the Gnostic. Since Christ was a title, like Dr. Hillman points out in his work, there is a spurious assumption that Christ was simply a single figure.
That said, people are free to believe as they wish.
I came to the Bible late in life. I have a couple versions looking for what he really said.
I gave just finished my 1st read through of the New Testament, translated from Aramaic to English in the early 1900s by George Lamsa.
Lamsa was born into & raised in an isolated Aramaic community that still practiced essentially the same culture as 2000 years ago. His translation is direct from the Peshitta, which is (controversially) said to have been copied & handed down from the original Aramaic texts.
He corrects mistranslations & provides cultural context & idiomatic descriptions that are lacking in translations from non-natives. Personally due to his background, I consider his the most reliable.
An example of a corrected translation is in Matthew 27:46 "Eli, Eli, lemana shabakthani!"
It does NOT mean My God, My God why have you forsaken me"
It translates "My God, My God, for this i was spared!" and in Aramaic idiom means "This was my destiny!"
Jesus never once expressed loss of faith.
Very very interesting. Thank you.
No disrespect to Jesus
Forgive Us Our Enshittification
Jesus died for our debt, not our sins
https://tomg2021.substack.com/p/forgive-us-our-enshittification
Thanks. Without a doubt, religious followers have had a field day over the centuries interpreting what Jesus said, adding and subtracting their own material, making things up, and leaving things out. Bô Yin Râ addressed some of this in his short book "The Wisdom of St. John" that you might want to take a look at. He also prophesied that someone would eventually come to clarify all of the discrepancies in Christian dogma. He also said that Christians had done more harm by their intolerance of each other than all their external enemies. Nevertheless the spiritual force of the original impulse would eventually prevail.
"To understand the crucifixion of Jesus is to understand it was his punishment for his economic views. He was a threat to the creditors.
Jesus Christ was a socialist activist for the continuity of regular debt jubilees that were considered essential to the wellbeing of ancient economies."
--Michael Hudson
https://michael-hudson.com/2017/12/he-died-for-our-debt-not-our-sins/
Yes, I know Michael and find his work very helpful.
Of course that's not all Jesus was, and I'm sure Michael would agree.
However, it's always inspired me in my own work on monetary matters that the first thing Jesus reportedly did when he came to Jerusalem just prior to his crucifixion was to overthrow the tables of the money lenders in the Temple. Makes it seem like that was the last straw for the priests, scribes, and Pharisees!