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More thoughts: Christianity (and monotheism in general) is a technology that has been weaponized. First in Europe it removed the old gods who were land-based. Then it was part of colonization and domination. The gods and spirits who were replaced lived in the natural elements of the land.

When we look at land-based spirituality we see that it is all about kin-based relationships with the human and non-human relatives. Compare this to the origin story of Adam being given dominion over nature and being made in god’s image. This is a recipe for exploitation and destruction.

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Andrew Gaertner
Andrew Gaertner

Written by Andrew Gaertner

To live in a world of peace and justice we must imagine it first. For this, we need artists and writers. I write to reach for the edges of what is possible.

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