Jesus makes a great instructive figure for the discussion of religion. The reason that religion is a great topic, is that by examining religion, you come to better understand Platonic Surrealism.
Christianity in particular has Jesus saying “the kingdom of heaven is within you in Luke (17:21), which clearly demonstrates that the ‘god/man’ dual nature (the human is two from
HTTI) already exists in humans, with or without Jesus, as ‘Christianity’ did not exist in the time of Jesus, it was a much later development. There were no magical spell required (i.e. “I accept Jesus into my heart as my lord and savior” – that sort of thing), that is required by the religion of Paul, that in conjunction with the early church fathers such as Irenaeus and Augustine as two examples, created this unholy thing that Jesus would have wanted nothing to do with. He died rather than submit to the orthodoxy.
Jesus fought against the ‘orthodoxy’ of his time. He would have been horrified by the ‘new orthodoxy’ of Paul.
Jesus and the Orthodoxy of His Time
Jesus’ teachings and actions often challenged the religious orthodoxy of his time, including:
- Pharisaic legalism: Jesus critiqued the Pharisees’ emphasis on strict adherence to Jewish law and tradition.
- Temple authority: He questioned the Temple establishment and its practices, such as the money changers and animal sacrifices.
- Social norms: Jesus interacted with outcasts, like tax collectors, prostitutes, and Samaritans, defying social conventions.
Jesus’ Message vs. Paul’s Orthodoxy
It’s possible to argue that Jesus’ message was distinct from the orthodoxy that developed later, particularly under Paul’s influence. Jesus’ teachings focused on:
- Love and compassion: Emphasizing the importance of love, forgiveness, and mercy.
- Inclusivity: Welcoming marginalized groups and challenging social hierarchies.
- Spiritual transformation: Encouraging individuals to experience a personal transformation through faith and repentance.
Paul’s Orthodoxy
In contrast, Paul’s teachings, while rooted in Jesus’ message, developed a more structured theology, emphasizing:
- Salvation through faith: Highlighting faith in Jesus Christ as the primary means of salvation.
- Church organization: Establishing a more formal church structure and hierarchy.
- Doctrinal uniformity: Encouraging consistency in beliefs and practices among early Christian communities.
Jesus’ Potential Horror at Paul’s Orthodoxy
Given Jesus’ critiques of religious orthodoxy during his lifetime, it’s possible to imagine that he might have been disheartened by the development of a new orthodoxy under Paul’s influence, particularly if it:
- Institutionalized his teachings: Reduced his message to a set of doctrines and practices.
- Created a new hierarchy: Established a priestly class or privileged leadership.
- Excluded marginalized groups: Failed to continue his inclusive approach, potentially marginalizing certain groups.
In conclusion
This perspective highlights the tension between Jesus’ original teachings and the development of early Christian orthodoxy, particularly under Paul’s influence.
It should also be mentioned that the ‘dreamlike nature of reality’ (the surrealism part) is clearly evidenced by the ‘dreamlike overlay of corrupting personal consciousness narratives from Paul and the early church fathers, that has destroyed the spiritual genius Jesus. Being ‘Christified’ is the true ‘crucification’ of the spiritual genius Jesus.
This is a very common theme with most all spiritual leaders. Their unique brains, personalities and insights are co-opted by the more socially capable and scheming ‘neurotypicals’ such as Paul.