Could this story make sense if we say that Satan is not a conscious being, but is only the bad feelings (for want of a better word), like wanting to murder somebody, we must all overcome? If we act on these bad feelings, we get guilt, self pity, and other negative emotions sending us in a downward spiral. Maybe hell is these negative emotions and heaven is the release from these emotions.
If the bible was looked at from this point of view, would it make a difference in Christianity?
Wanting to murder somebody is just an example, if you prefer, just substitute it with the seven deadly sins, or whatever negativity you want.
2007-03-30
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