Belinda to Henry wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:28 am
There are various ways of appreciating ancient myths , ancient moral codes, and ancient sacred rituals.
I guess what Lacewing means is that we now have no need to confuse myths with history and science in general. If so, I agree.
Yes. Thank you, Belinda. Henry seemingly wants to create ways to disagree and distort what I say. His ego (being "right" and cocky) is more important to him than reasonable discussion.
Belinda to Henry wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:28 am
I doubt if Lacewing meant that there is no wisdom at all in ancient myths, moral codes, and sacred rituals.
Correct. I see wisdom and value in all of these. What I try to challenge and question are any claims that seem founded on separation and superiority, and any rigid, narrow-minded, or self-serving agendas -- because any of that seems obviously man-made and distorted. I try to distinguish ego from the divine. I don't like seeing the divine presented or manipulated for anyone's separatist agenda. When I have my
own greatest clarity, I see the creative force and beauty everywhere. The rest of the time, I see it in
most places.
Belinda to Henry wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:28 am
There is wisdom in ancient moral codes, myths, and sacred rituals that can aid peace and prosperity at this present time.
Absolutely! At the same time, we don't have to
only look back... because there is much
right here, right now... that we can perhaps discern and continue exploring and understanding with our present awareness. If we think that everything of value is of another time, then I think we're really missing the glory of
now.