OK, well perhaps pick a diff word for 'what its actually done' then.I think that's central but maybe 'intrinsic' not right word
But the passivity of Christ was mostly taken on by the monastic orders in medieval times. For others, focus on war & conquest
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Yeah I'm not saying it stops the other harmful elements of dogmatism and conquest. Christianity has been monstrous.
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Have to remember that Christ & God are the same person. And Christians have followed the commands of both.
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Interpretations with a high Christology have been more peaceful than those with focus on the Laws of God.
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Yeah, but Jesus supercedes the OT for most Christians I think.
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Now, yes, and he's read through current values. For most of history, it assumed he'd want it enforced & whole bible counted.
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Christianity was spread by the sword for years, so of course, but this picture of Jesus always existed in the text too.
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Yes, but not dreamed that he'd be opposed to this. Said he came with a sword to uphold the law. He life a sacrifice - unique
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Not understood to mean everyone shld be peaceful & passive. Their job to get everyone to kingdom of heaven & defend the faith.
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