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In reply to the discussion: Qanon is evidence that we cannot trust any writings about Jesus or other religions [View all]The Magistrate
(96,043 posts)60. True, Sir
But that does not effect the antiquity of his writing, nor the degree to which his expressions of the imminence of Christ's return reflect the early Christian teachings on the subject. The differences between Paul's views and that of the original disciples centered on the application Mosaic law to Gentile converts, and on Paul's attempt to apply some elements of the arcane speculations known as 'the lore of Creation' to the figure of Jesus.
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Qanon is evidence that we cannot trust any writings about Jesus or other religions [View all]
edhopper
Jun 2021
OP
Oh look. Another reason to hate religion linked to crazy Qanon. On the religion board.
TigressDem
Jun 2021
#7
I hear you about horrible things that have been done in the name of religion or "God"
TigressDem
Jun 2021
#28
So this is a bash religion group? Hmmm. I did not get that from the stated purpose.
TigressDem
Jun 2021
#46