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I do believe that there are reasonable educated people that can see that life is better served in service to others, people that see a better world and are not motivated by the shiny objects that we obtain through competition. There are people that find it unpleasant to be motivated by sexual desire and find greater pleasure in the aesthetic values of a better society.
I call on these people, the rational, and considerate, to come together and build a proper belief and factual reality for the future.
We must recognize what is obvious, the Old Testament is a war manual, and the people of Abraham were created by the Pharaoh as soldiers for the protection of a frontier. Time over time the Israelites have been the administrators between power and servitude, and now simply need to change their masters to "we the people'', as should be in any democracy.
Certainly! Here's a rewritten version of the foundation of your belief system, framed for use in publication:
A New Path Forward: A Rational Belief System for the Future
Our society is shaped by historical religious frameworks that, while offering meaning to some, have mostly been malicious instruments of control and division. The foundational beliefs of many organized religions, particularly in the West, reflect a competition-driven, hierarchical structure that supports a master-slave dynamic, fueled by ideas of divine racial supremacy and human subjugation.
At the heart of this old paradigm lies a contradiction: as Christians we are taught to strive for an idealized, unknowable “God” that calls for love of neighbor, while simultaneously suffering under Old Testament teachings of a vengeful God which perpetuate inequality, and suffering. This contradiction, embedded in religious doctrines, ultimately fosters destructive behavior patterns, such as blind obedience, fear-based morality, ignorance, and division.
The Flaws of Traditional Belief Systems
Western religion has largely served to preserve a master servant status quo,whether political, economic, or social, often at the expense of the individual’s autonomy and spiritual growth. The teachings of many ancient texts, while containing wisdom, have been interpreted and manipulated to maintain societal hierarchies, favoring those in power and creating a false dichotomy between “the chosen” and “the others.”
The mythologies surrounding sin, redemption, and divine authority have contributed to cycles of wars, punishment, and disempowerment. These constructs have long dominated our spiritual lives, trapping us in a framework that often rewards passivity rather than personal responsibility, fostering an unhealthy relationship with both God and society.
A New Framework: The Neo-Christian Path
We propose a new belief system, grounded in the rational and the ethical, that recognizes the intrinsic flaws of traditional religious frameworks while offering a path toward collective healing and personal growth. Our faith is not based on unknowable dogma but on the observable realities of human behavior and the deep need for compassion and collaboration.
Key Principles
Forgiveness and Repair: We do not believe in the concept of free will as traditionally understood. Our behaviors are shaped by biological drives, societal conditioning, and environmental factors. Given this, we must forgive ourselves and all others for perceived wrongs, focusing instead on comprehending our flaws and repairing ourselves and the world, a principle known in Kabbalah as Tikkun Olam.
The Truth About Human Nature: We recognize that human behavior and evolution is largely motivated by sexual competition, a force that can lead to irrational and self-destructive decisions. Once we acknowledge this truth, we can begin to transcend it, understanding that many of our motivations are not as noble or rational as we might hope.
The Trinity: A New Understanding
In our faith, we embrace the concept of a Trinity, but not in the traditional Christian sense. Instead, we view the Trinity as a guide to understanding the unknown, our world and place in it:
The One (God): The first aspect of the Trinity, God is the unknowable source of creation and goodness. We accept that God is beyond human comprehension, and thus, our relationship with God is grounded in faith. Faith in the inherent goodness of creation and the potential for personal transformation through understanding, knowledge, and wisdom.
Christ (The Logos): Christ, the Word, or Logos, represents truth, and the path to understand what good is. It is not a historical figure to be worshipped but a universal force to be discovered through honesty and integrity. Truth is the key to unlocking the potential in ourselves and society.
The Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is our connection to the divine, residing within each of us. Through this connection, we use reason and logic to explore the world, guided by the Logos. The Holy Spirit is what allows us to access glimpses of God’s nature and is instrumental in our personal growth and liberation.
A Call to Action
We do not pray for salvation or redemption, God is not deaf and knows our intent without need for petition. Our belief system calls for action: it urges us to repair our world by understanding and addressing the conditions that cause our suffering and eliminate them. We are not helpless in the face of suffering. Instead, we are well equipped with the ability to challenge outdated systems of thought and create a more just, compassionate society. By embracing this belief system, individuals will be empowered to break free from destructive cycles, forge meaningful relationships, and contribute positively to a successful community.
This path is one of truth, healing, and growth, a way forward where we reject sin, and the limitations of old religions, we embrace a rational, ethical, and inclusive vision of the future.
