Comments on: Wall Off the Mojave Cross

By: Dawn Cribbs

Dawn Cribbs — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:02:27 +0000

In the third graph you refer to the cross as a crucifix. The terms are not interchangeable for obvious reasons.
Thank you.

By: charleshicks

charleshicks — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:01:03 +0000

Alexandra – I didn’t mean to paint an insulting picture of anyone. I don’t even necessarily think faith is an invalid reason for someone to feel a certain way about a political issue. Obviously, people should not be expected to ignore their beliefs when they participate in society or enter a voting booth. If I came off as insulting to Christianity, I apologize.

By: Alexandra

Alexandra — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 06:05:31 +0000

I believe you paint an insulting picture of who Christians are and what kind of effect it would have on government to have Christian leaders. Christianity presents a moral code that does not necessarily mandate that you reject evolution, homosexuality or scientific research. The so called ‘blurring’ of the separation between church and state has existed since the founding of the nation and has only persisted through time. A solid moral code, whether it be guided by a Christian faith or otherwise, is not going to have a negative effect on American life. As a religious studies major I would expect more grace from you in terms of your respect for who Christians are. If the very diverse majority really believes in a certain issue and we provide the necessary protection for the minority, who are you to condemn that belief because it is inspired by a faith in a god?

By: Phyllis James

Phyllis James — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 22:26:05 +0000

It’s important to recognise that Jesus of Nazareth (the Saviour and coming King of God’s earthly Kingdom), died, took His last breath, “gave up the ghost”, was on a Roman cross NOT a “Latin cross.” Without the Titulus(sign) which bore the crime, believers and followers of Christ Jesus are worshipping in vain and claiming a “Christianity” without Jesus The Christ!
The prophet Isaiah tells us all: “Wherefore the LORD said, Forasmuch as this people draw near ME with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men:” (29:13).

By: J. Alec West

J. Alec West — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 22:51:10 +0000

Years ago, the identical issue was raised regarding a cross erected on Skinner Butte near Eugene, Oregon. My opinion published in the Eugene Register-Guard back then has remained unchanged. Here it is.

I am not now nor have I ever been a Christian. But I would like to ask a question of every person protesting the existence of the cross. Have you ever accepted, cashed, and spent a paycheck including Christmas holiday pay? If so, you’re a hypocrite who wants to have their cake and eat it too.

You can’t have it both ways without being a hypocrite. Either you protest both the cross and Christmas holiday pay you receive … or protest neither. As a non-Christian, I’ve come to terms with the inescapable fact that I live in a largely Judeo-Christian culture. And rather than live in denial of that fact, I’ve chosen to “go with the flow.”

As the old saying goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Even though I’m a non-Christian, I’ll continue to accept Christmas holiday pay – and continue to indulge Christians in their desire to erect silly structures to give them peace of mind.

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By: charleshicks

charleshicks — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:05:19 +0000

Hi Paqid! Thanks for your comment.

I don’t particularly like the word “Judeo-Christian” either. You’re right, Judaism and Christianity are theologically very different. There are fundamental disagreements between the two religions, and so the term may not apply in a doctrinal discussion. I do, however, find the term useful when discussing some of the moral and ethical principles of the two religious traditions.

I was using the term in context with a statement about the basis of American law. Certainly, much of the historical tradition that Judaism and Christianity share has been a large part of the basis of our legal system. There are many examples of this throughout local, state, and federal laws in America. I’d love to share some of these examples if you’re interested.

Thanks!
Charles

By: D. MILLER

D. MILLER — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:25:38 +0000

GLORY BE TO GOD . THIS IS GREAT.

By: Chuck T.

Chuck T. — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:21:39 +0000

That is one whacked out comment.

By: Paqid Yirmeyahu, The Netzarim

Paqid Yirmeyahu, The Netzarim — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:10:58 +0000

Not even religious studies majors (or their professors) are addressing the oxymoronic nature of the phrase “Judeo-Christian” that you use. Christianity depends upon supersession and displacement theology–invalidating Judaism with its “Old Testament”–as THE essential element of validating itself with its “New Testament.” They are intractably mutually contradictory. Thus, “Judeo-Christian” is a meaningless gloss over an intractable contradiction.

That is part of the reason why every time the subject of “Judeo-Christian” values arises, its different and contradictory meanings to different people spark differences rather than harmony.

There are a myriad of historical aspects that still continue to be ignored, not only by the clergy but even the scholarly Christian world remain oblivious to the authentic Judaic historical aspects while the scholarly Jewish world remains oblivious to the authentic Christian–Hellenist Roman–historical aspects.

Challenge your professors to deal with the information compiled at
http://www.netzarim.co.il (particularly, click on their History Museum pages in the left panel of their home page).