All across the world there is a huge conspiracy… For generations now the stories of Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy have circled down through the ages, bringing delight to children across the world.
Then generally when the child is of an appropriate age, this illusion is whipped out from under them and they find out the truth, that they do not exist; that no fat man comes down the chimney and no fairy takes your baby teeth and leave money behind.
Yet the world works together to keep these images alive, NORAD following Santa, Easter Bunny sightings – all to bring smiles to children’s faces.
So it cannot be TOO farfetched to believe that the story of Jesus and God is one huge conspiracy theory that has been strengthened over centuries by the church. I’ve heard people say that those who believe in God are like the children who believe in Santa; once they reach a certain point, they realize it is one big lie of a story.
2006-09-21 03:29:18 · 32 answers · asked by ηιgнт ѕтαя 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Now I don’t want bible quotes (OTHER people’s views) I want YOUR own PERSONAL opinion of what I said above. Is it so hard to believe that it *could* be a conspiracy?
2006-09-21 03:29:30 · update #1
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2006-09-21 03:33:11 · update #2
Conspiracy? No. Propaganda? Yes.
2006-09-21 03:49:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
While you're using words like conspiracy, I've got one for you, it's allegory. allegory exists all over the world, in both modern and ancient forms. I believe in God but am not a Biblical literalist. The Bible abounds with stories that are mostly accurate, but I believe that there are also allegorical tales woven into that old tapestry. By the way, the allegory of Santa Claus came from true stories of a real man; Saint Nicholas! I am a rather cynical person myself, on many levels. But if you do some research on conspiracies, you'd understand that by their very nature, huge conspiracies have the least chance of long term success. I suppose you believe in the "vast right-wing conspiracy" as well. I believe you're just paranoid!
2006-09-21 09:17:38 · answer #2 · answered by John L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one is going to die for you if you start a rampage killing everyone who claims to have seen the easter bunny. You'll pull them into the torture chamber, and no matter how many children are watching, they'll take one look at your torture devices and say, "Oh, uh, oh that claim to have seen the easter bunny... I lied."
On the other hand, when Peter and Paul were brought to Rome and told they were going to be killed for saying they saw Jesus alive after he had been crucified, what did they do? Did they say, "Oh, you meant that Jesus? No, we were just fooling." No, they stood up and all the more boldly proclaimed, "We saw Jesus alive, raised by God the Father, after he was crucified, dead, and burried." Then they were killed. Paul was beheaded because he was a Roman citizen. Peter was crucified. And what was his last request, according to tradition? To be crucified upside down. Why? Becuase he didn't feel worthy to die the same way his lord had.
And if these were the only two, you might think they were just crazy, but Nero was going nuts with his rampages and killings of people who had known Jesus personally and claimed to have seen him crucified, and then raised again. And there are no recorded incidents of the eye witnesses recanting. (There's a few recorded cases of them being cowards and getting out of Dodge, so I don't see why they would keep those records but destroy records of recanting.) The only ones who recanted were the secondary witnesses, but there are stories about the killing of twenty or thirty eye witnesses by name in the early church.
2006-09-21 03:38:59 · answer #3 · answered by Sifu Shaun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I completely understand your point of view. I grew up in the Caribbean so the only character that we were quick to believe in is the tooth fairy. However they still try to plants thoughts of santa on our children.
Anyway, i believe in God. I believe that there is a force out there unseen to men. Not to mention that too many things have happened in my life for not to believe that he or she really does exist.
I however, do not live my life with the hope that after all the good deeds i have done i will go to heaven.
I just live my life to the best that i can making a connection with God along the way. at the end of the day i have done what i was suppose to.
2006-09-21 03:39:41 · answer #4 · answered by Osunwole Adeoyin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has their own personal beliefs on this conspiracy you have talked about. Yet, I strongly disagree with throwing Jesus Christ, into the Santa & Easter Bunny theory. Jesus is true, was God and that is not a lie. You said you wanted no quotes on verses, but I know God is real because of what he has done in my life. Ive trusted in Him as my Saviour, seeing my need of a Savior in this World and my sinful condition in life. Yes, we all do sin, lie, cheat, you name it.My life was empty for so long, I didnt have any peace, even when I tried everything, The minute I asked Jesus to forgive me of my sins and to save me,come into my heart, My life was full of peace, (not just a wavering peace, but one thats never let up, Ive had my prayers answered and seen God work in wonderous ways. God is not a lie, how do you think this Earths beauty exists, the Animals with unique characters, And we as humans, The Human Body is incredible when you think of everything and how its made up. I believe, its easier for a child to believe that God is true, to watch with their own eyes, His answer of prayer, and feel his true peace. Santa & the Easter bunny may be fun to enjoy when your little, But God can be believed as long as you live, and He is not a lie. By the way, God will forgive anyone, (you) just do the same as I have, and you too, can see Im not telling a lie, when I say He is Real!
2006-09-21 03:46:18 · answer #5 · answered by Such A Chicka 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
People have always believed in God. There has been "religion" as long as there have been men developed enough to worship.
Santa, the Tooth Fairy, Easter Bunny, etc, are fairly new on the scene. Not one of them has ever founded any new religions.
Belief in Jesus has changed lives...people have even been willing to lay down their lives for their faith in Him.
I have yet to see anyone willing to die for the Tooth Fairy.
I don't think your comparisons hold up....
2006-09-21 05:14:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think 'conspiracy' is a word used too often, and for far too many things.
It's a huge universe. It overwhelms even the greatest of minds. It makes us feel tiny and insignificant by comparison. Instead of being awed by this, some people are frightened and seek refuge from it by inventing something even bigger that loves then and gives them meaning bigger than the universe.
This is just a case of fantasy gone horribly wrong and dogmatic.
2006-09-21 03:37:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Forget the conspiracy. Nothing at all wrong with folklore and fantasy for children, it helps develop their imaginations which is good in my opinion.
However, in adulthood, I most definitly think such beliefs demonstrate a lack of critical thinking skills. Why it is socially acceptable among adults to believe in gods, but NOT Santa Claus doesn't make sense to me.
2006-09-21 03:32:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
The standard answer is that it's an issue of faith.
Thomas said he would not believe until he placed his hand in Jesus' side. When given that opportunity Jesus said Blessed is he who believes yet has not seen.
Consider this for a moment, if you will.
What if you were given proof? Just you.
What if you heard from God? What if He spoke to you?
How would your world be radically changed?
How would that affect your life and how you live it?
Who in the world would ever believe you?
Would you give a hoot if they did or didn't?
It happens, my friend.
God bless you.
2006-09-21 03:49:49 · answer #9 · answered by NickofTyme 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Is it too far fetched to believe that organized religion would spread propaganda to insure their existance and their wealth, of course not. Churches are run by mortals and no mortal is without sin. But, as Voltaire said, "If God did not exist, it would be necessary to invent him." Who would truly want to live life without any hope that there is more meaning than our petty little lives? I mean, who would want to be 80 years old and on their death bed and the last thought that goes through your head is, "Oh ****, this is all there is."
2006-09-21 05:15:51 · answer #10 · answered by Mr Mojo Risin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did it traumatize you as a child to find out Santa and the Easter bunny were fake? Maybe you are afraid to put your faith into something again?
2006-09-21 05:02:19 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋