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originally posted by: daskakik
originally posted by: JahRastafari
This is a simple misunderstanding.
God made flesh is still a supernatural creator.
For Ethiopia to be occupied by the modern army of Rome for 5 years in WWII takes nothing away from His divinity.
originally posted by: JahRastafari
That's incorrect and unscientific.
"It does to any unbiased observer."
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
a reply to: JahRastafari
Thanks for the response.
1. I wasn't aware that there was that much division in Rastafarianism. I've studied Garvey in the context of the American civil rights movement, the "back to Africa movement", and the formation of the FBI (and Hoover's hatred of him). But I wasn't sure about his dealings w/various Rastafarian sects. Why did he reject Selassie? I know there was a Rastafarian community that moved to Ethiopia during his reign. Was it related to that?
2. Yeah, I'm aware of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and the Solomonic Dynasty's connections to King Solomon through Menelik I. But I don't know the connection Rastafarians have to the Ethiopian Christian Church. I think that's the part that confuses me. Or maybe I'm thinking too much into it.
Maybe it's just a common belief in ancestry to the original Israelites. I know some African American communities that have hidden teachings that connect them to these same groups, as well. Particularly, the Black Hebrews and some localized Masonic groups (one branch of my family tree has deep connections into them).
3. Hmm, I wasn't aware that some didn't follow the Bible at all. Is there a separate scripture those follow? Don't get me wrong, I don't think someone has to follow any specific scripture to become a better person. I was just wondering what they follow. Like, is there a set of core beliefs, writings, or speeches they follow?
I might log off in a little while, but I'll keep checking this thread when I log back in. Thanks for the info.
originally posted by: daskakik
originally posted by: JahRastafari
That's incorrect and unscientific.
No, a supernatural god incarnating in human form still started out in supernatural form.
There is no scientific or logical proof of Selassie the man doing anything other than saying some interesting words.
"It does to any unbiased observer."
He was not powerful enought to keep a foreign army from invading his country. How is that almighty?
originally posted by: daskakik
a reply to: JahRastafari
You're not very good at this.
Those two verses don't address, let alone refute, what I posted.
Doesn't matter. In thailand they put images of Al Pacino, as Serpico, as an amulet against crooked cops and you have Selassie and those of us who don't believe can't help but shake our heads.
originally posted by: JahRastafari
Have you examined the video that I posted explaining supernatural concepts? You're not very good at this.
originally posted by: Revolution9
a reply to: JahRastafari
The Old King even spoke about gender equality.
originally posted by: daskakik
originally posted by: JahRastafari
Have you examined the video that I posted explaining supernatural concepts? You're not very good at this.
I started to but soon recognized the method. Sorry, I took the time to view the other videos and if they are any indicator of the content of this one then I am not going to waste my time.
I know that I am not going to change your perception of the world but I would like for you to understand why you are unable to convince us.
originally posted by: daskakik
originally posted by: enlightenedservant
And this was despite Selassie's numerous requests for help.
Sounds like he was well aware that he was not god.
originally posted by: Revolution9
a reply to: JahRastafari
Haile Selassie Christmas Interview with Dr. Oswald Hoffman
That is a Christmas radio interview transcript from 1968. It gives precise details of The King's faith and world view.
originally posted by: JahRastafari
Method? Explain.
There is no need for convincing, the Gospel speaks for itself. If we have the truth then there should be absolutely no contradictions within the scriptures and no contradictions with science or reality.
Not everyone believes the bible is true. You keep quoting the bible therefore not everyone is going to believe what you are saying is true.
There is no real science in your thinking.
You are comparing the words of a christian to the bible, of course they are going to agree on many points. All you are proving is that the emperor was a christian.
originally posted by: JahRastafari
It's easy to say that there's "no real science" in our Gospel, but it's another thing to prove that statement.