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LymphocyteLover

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5. yes, well said!

Reply to Karadeniz (Reply #4)

Fri Apr 11, 2025, 12:33 PM

Apr 11

there are only the faintest and probably apocryphal contemporary accounts of Jesus existing as a real person and of course there are dozens of contradictions between the synoptic gospels and even stronger contradictions with the writings of Paul. That being said, they were brilliant writers and storytellers.

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By the light of brahman [View all] Celerity Apr 10 OP

The secret teachings in the synoptic gospels are based on this understanding. Karadeniz Apr 10 #1

Interesting thoughts. I have thought recently how some of Christ's teaching have Buddhist like aspects LymphocyteLover Apr 11 #3

I know what you mean. The Jesus of the gospels is pretty much a literary creation. However, there are a few hints as to Karadeniz Apr 11 #4

yes, well said! LymphocyteLover Apr 11 #5

Katha is my favorite upanishad. Beastly Boy Apr 10 #2

Well, once you make up a name for something, obviously you understand it completely. That's how it works. eppur_se_muova Apr 11 #6