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Originally posted by emsed1
I think my beliefs could best be summed up in the words of the great 21st Century American scholar Ricky Bobby, as he ran from his crashed racing car in his undies and racing helmet:
"Help me Jesus! Help me Jewish God! Help me Allah! AAAAAHHH! Help me Tom Cruise! Tom Cruise, use your witchcraft on me to get the fire off me! "
Originally posted by infinite
Something I've always wanted to know, how are members selected for the Illuminati? Are you "approached" or is there a recruitment process (I'm not trying to be factitious)
A very interesting thread; it's obvious the OP is not hoax - too many coincidences.
Originally posted by Maban
Intriguing find, I shall keep an eye on this fellow, and return to this question once I have enough information to analyze his character.
Originally posted by Maban
reply to post by lazy1981
Originally posted by lazy1981
REPLY TO: emsed1
I believe that no soul is beyond salvation. Is not the creator of all things merciful and just? I guess it would have to be as you say, "a choice" to turn from the "LIGHT" (as you say); however I can not follow the notion that the soul is destroyed. As you may well know, we are all made of energy. And one of the most basic principles in the universes is that energy can not be destroyed. It merely changes form. So sadly I must logically follow the notion that either the soul reconciles itself to the ALMIGHTY or it spends eternity in darkness (as energy cannot be destroyed and the light and dark are not compatible).
Some souls are indeed beyond salvation, this is what is wildly referred to as "the heart evil." Repenting, or asking of forgiveness is folly. Once carries their deeds for all eternity, both good and ill. The question which remains if their good deeds outweighed their bad. Thus,some souls are indifferent gray. Some sous are illuminated or light, and some are dark, or devoid/extinguished.
- Maban
Originally posted by lazy1981
My veiws aren't near close to yours, I feel that if you turn from evil or what ever you choose to call a life of immorality and worse, you can be saved. It's only those that REFUSE SALVATION and choose not to see the light that are beyond redemption.
Originally posted by lazy1981
Let me start by saying that it's good to finally speak to the man himself. As of late I have half heartedly opened up to the possibilty that you may well be on the up and up. So I do retain scepticism in some ways but you can take what I say in earnest and it's not out of slight or contempt when I question or show difference in opinion. I like the idea of being able to disagree about things sometimes without being disagreeable. So here I go.
When I stated that there was "malevolent enlightened ones" I think that you may have gotten the wrong idea. Does not Illuminati mean enlightened ones?
Illuminati-persons possessing, or claiming to possess, superior enlightenment.
Unfortunately Adam Wisehaupt and the Bavarian Illuminati are as Hitler and the Nazi's were to Germany. The German people en whole were good, and were far different than Hitler and his Nazis. Nevertheless, when people look to Germany, they often first see Hitler long before they see the true face of Germany. The same likening can be made to the Illuminati, we are virtually opposite in every way, shape, and form from Wisehaupt's fanaticism. His bastardization of the name of the Illuminati, is equivalent to Adolph Hitler's bastardization of the Swastika.
Whether or not they are Shards or Remnants they still flow from the the same river (if you will). They have merely branched into much different directions, Illuminati none the less. After all didn't Weishaupt say something along the lines of (paraphrase: it matters not what name we go by). Sort of like a rose by any other name is still a rose. What I meant was it wasn't the idea behind Illumination when I said that it was the name itself. After all that's all we have to identify these Remnants and Shards by, Illuminati.
As to the idea of "either" Remnants or Shards (which is what I was getting at) treating us as "witless chidren," I can understand the morals behind the idea. The point being made was that when ever one "governing force" (you may call it what you like) says that it must do something in our best interest than it does treat humanity as if we were children that aren't bright enough to discern what the right course of action is. That is what "adults" do for children when they do not know any better. We may not see eye to eye here but I hope I cleared up that point. (not an "assumption" more like my perception of the way it is)
For example, if you personally knew that there was a winter storm coming and I somehow didn't, it may well be a noble thing for you to sneak into my home and lay out very warm clothes for me to wear the next day. It would also be my choice to wear them even if you didn't force me to. Yet, I and most would still find this very concerning if not criminal in a sense. Now I understand this is an off the wall example, yet it mirrors our discussion in ways.
As to the monetary means that you and others may or may not have, who's assuming now? I never said that you lived a lavish life style...??? As for the Remnant types that you describe, I'd be likely to believe that about them as they seem to fit the personality of greedy and selfish. I also would apply coercion and control to the "Remnants" as the shoe fits. The only area that I lump the two together (Shards/Remnants) is the notion of a secretive entity that lurks in the shadows tinkering in the affairs of man and has neither been chosen or at the least condoned by a consensus of world opinion. This is where self-determination comes into play. I know you must remain cloaked in order to continue your work. (I'm not being facetious, I'm just standing on my principles)
As far as my opinion that all parties should be revealed I have given that some thought and see now that it just couldn't be due to the fact that there would have to be many that are unknown to even the inner workings. As far as the Clark Kent analogy, touché.
In the area of self-determination we will just have to agree to disagree. I see the points that you make and the are valid to an extent; however mankind must eventually be allowed to sink or swim of it's own accord or all your work is a fools errand. For if you truly believe us unfit to carry out the task now then we never will be ready. In turn the only true remedy is despotism by which ever name you fancy.
You said that you understood, "If you want peace, prepare for war" very well but I think we indeed got the message crossed due to the nature of your response.
What I meant (as well as the quote) was if you are so prepared for war (to the extent of optimal battle readiness) your enemy will be discouraged by the mere thought of battle. By this most times you never have to take the feild or incur casualties. You can make demands upon your enemy and negotiate from a position of strength. And in the event that you must make war or defend yourselves you will have the finest troops, tactics, equipment, and be ready for such a thing. Thereby reducing the probability of prolonged conflict and a better outcome for you.
Your knee jerk reaction makes me think that you see that as a "war mongers"statement. Being supremely prepared for war is the reason why Spartans and like minded armies rarely fought. When they took to the field most enemies didn't want to fight. To my mind a state of "combat readiness" is really for peace not war. So nobody wants to "screw their way to virginity." He who is prepared will survive, he who is not will be caught unawares and falter.
Your views seem alot like the Egyptians (with the heavy heart)?
My veiws aren't near close to yours, I feel that if you turn from evil or what ever you choose to call a life of immorality and worse, you can be saved. It's only those that REFUSE SALVATION and choose not to see the light that are beyond redemption.
But this is probably another area where we will not see eye to eye and I'm not going to get too deep into my religious beliefs as it is always a hot topic and will only serve to derail a perfectly good thread.
I'm with you on this one Lazy1981, no one is beyond redemption, we can all redeem ourselves, if we so choose or if something sufficiently touches us to allow the light in. That is why I love Darth Vader and always will. Even the darkest of us can be brought back from the brink as long as there are lights to guide us and to show us that an alternative exists, a choice. As Maban mentions earlier, all any of us can truly do is decide whether we are good or bad, as far as I can tell, as long as we are on this plain we have that choice. Beyond that I see no limitations.
Originally posted by Maban
Indeed Darth Vader was redeemed, he is after all what Illuminons would refer to as a "Dark One."
But I ask you, what of Emperor Palpatine? What of Hitler? Can you seriously say that they could have found redemption? I say not. Illuminons refer to such entities as "Devoid Ones," without a soul or flame of life within. Most of humanity simply refers to this state as; "Evil." And Evil in my mind; is, irredeemable.