Comments by "The Hermit" (@TheOleHermit) on "ABC7" channel.

@gerralld5211 I'm no longer religious, but to answer your question, according to the bible, Jesus was born a Jew. Therefore, he believed in a single god, named Jehovah. But, Christians believe that an angel impregnated his mother, Mary. Therefore, Jesus was 1/2 the son of a human mother and 1/2 the son of Jehovah. Personally, I'm much happier being free of omnipotent beings spying on my every move and inner thoughts. I live only one life and make the best of it, because it is unique and precious. No Heaven, no Hell, no ghosts, no spirits, no angels, no demons, no soul, no different than any other species (questionably more highly evolved). Oh yeah, evolution is real and human beings will most likely destroy the earth, not some divine induced battle of Armageddon. There you have it, the theological myth, the reality of 8 billion years, and our inevitable future, in a nutshell. The answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe, and everything is not 42 (ref: Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy). IMO, there is only the universal law of yin and yang, the ebbs and flows of the struggles between opposing forces. It is evident in everything from atomic particles to the gravitational forces of the universe. Hmm, isn't the battle of Armageddon supposed to be the final battle between good and evil, heaven and hell, god and satan? You see, yin and yang exist in everything. :-)
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@rashb3994 I had the same kind of mind expanding experiences back in the 70's with LSD. Yes, it certainly changed my priorities and values by questioning the status quo and not receiving the correct answers from religions. I spent a few decades, searching most religions and philosophies for the ultimate meaning of my existence. Looking for some kind of sign from the 'source'. Then, I realized the simple fact that I AM the source of all of those questions and answers. Everything within my consciousness and awareness resides only within my own mind. And I've got one hell (heaven?) of an imagination. It can take me to non-physical places (kinda like the Internet). But, when it comes down to it, I'm smart enough to figure stuff out all by myself, just like any other animal and I will lay down to die no differently.
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@PB-tr5ze Yup, life on earth is just a one in a billion fluke. ;-)
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"I didn't hit the cub with my car, some woman did. I only picked the dead cub up to use my taxidermic skills to skin it, stuff it, and turn it into a trophy mount for my living room.. But, then it started stinking up my car..." Ri~ight... 🙄
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@rashb3994 I was right there with you until the second paragraph. IMO, the Native American trackers simply went on strike after their hair was cut. But, yes they believed that their long hair gave them power, similar to Sampson and Delia.
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@rashb3994 Yes, during the semi-conscience period between sleep and waking, I have also found answers to my questions. I used to believe that is was divine knowledge. Now, I understand that the brain doesn't shut down during unconsciousness;it's more like a computer during 'sleep' or 'power saver' mode. The monitor is off, but the 'apps' are still running in the background. So, during our sleep, it is trying to make logical conclusions to whatever it doesn't understand. IMO, this is why and how mankind conceived god(s). "If god didn't exist, it would be necessary to invent him." Anyone who professes to speak or act in the name of a god is a very dangerous person. In 'his' name, they can justify killing (against the 10 commandments), wars, and genocide. Just look at the thousands of years of holy wars in the Middle East. 3 religions, who believe in the same god, mindlessly killing each other.
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@juliemanarin4127 The media is the eyes and ears of the people. Ignorance of the media enables fascism.
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@rashb3994 Looking into the sun only proves that it causes cataracts and blindness, my friend. So it is not recommended. No doubt, after you have lost your sight, you will become very conscious of that fact. What makes you believe that you consciousness would not have been increased anyway, while not looking into the sun? The sun is our nearest star. You're communicating with yourself. Glad that you mentioned animals. Since they have evolved for as long as humans, what makes you believe that we are so much more intelligent? Why should we have souls, while they have not? What proof do you have that humans even have souls, that there is a god, or an afterlife? No, you can't argue that your bible tells you so, because it was only written by men after thousands of years of hear-say and was re-translated by religions to suit their agenda. After all, people need to believe that some god will punish them, unless they build the Pharaoh's pyramid. Otherwise, they would simply tell him to FO. The same philosophy applies to ornate temples and cathedrals. It takes the perception of a vengeful god to control the masses. The Caesars and pharaohs even professed to be gods.
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@rashb3994 Yes, I sure miss those LSD induced experiences and wish that I could still get my hands on some orange sunshine! Every trip is unique, depending upon one's inner state of mind and environment. I always preferred tripping in nature, because that's where reality exists. Predator and prey understand each other very well. Q: Who are 'they', exactly? Society, in general; some secret organization, conspiring against people learning the truth; or both?
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@vegasrebel1889 Many people believe in neither, but it is a provable fact that many animals have better sense(s) than humans. IMO, it is crazy for adults to still believe in imaginary invisible omnipotent beings. It's no different than still believing in superman or Santa Claus.
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It's fine to go commando, but never under stealth.
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@gerralld5211 Heaven or hell, better book your reservations early. We'll all be spirits, like angels or demons. We won't need no stinkin' planet. But, you want to know what I could never figure out? How can spirits see without eyes and a visual cortex? How could they move objects, without applying force with some kind of mass?
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@netties.7090 IMO, there is no do over, period. This is it sweetheart, so you'd better make the best of it. Only your genes and memories live on, through the vessels of your family and friends. So, it is your genetic children who will be continuing your DNA 'spirit' into their lives, beyond your present one. Some unknowingly call that reincarnation. It's all very logical, if you allow it to be demystified. Please stay safe and appreciate this life and your loved ones. :-)
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@Mark Olin Actually, it was prophecized several thousands of years ago, but we don't know whether anyone will still be around to say it in 100 years.
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@janicaleflore Jesus lives only in your mind. You are free to bet your life on it, but not everyone else's. Are you praying for the destruction of the Earth or willing to do whatever it takes to preserve and protect His creation? Because, exploiting his resources for profit is the cause of global warming and will indeed destroy the only known life in the universe. Have we not been given sufficient knowledge to correct our evil ways? Then, why is mankind not the caretaker, instead of the destroyer?
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@tyupk7350 Cool! But, I want to know WHEN I'm gonna fuck. Can you tell me that or am I already in purgatory forever?
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