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"Murder of the Innocents in Bethlehem" fresco by Catalan, 1180
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"The sacrifice of children for the well-being and security of adults has a long history among human beings. For example, in the ancient Middle East there was a religion dedicated to an idol named Molech. Faithful adherents would sacrifice infants to Molech every year, a horrible display of twisted religiosity to appease their god's wrath and earn his favor. In contrast, beginning with the story of Abraham and Isaac, we gradually discover that the true God doesn't require appeasement at all. In fact, God exemplifies true, loving, mature parenthood...self-giving for the sake of one's children, not sacrificing children fore one's own selfish interests.
This is why it matters so much for us to grapple with what we believe about God. Does God promote or demand violence? Does God favor the sacrifice of children for the well-being of adults? Is God best reflected in the image of powerful old men who send the young and vulnerable to die on their behalf? Or is God best seen in the image of a helpless baby, identifying withe the victims, sharing their vulnerability, full of fragile but limitless promise?"  -Brian D. McClaren
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Colleen Klatt
4/23/2016 11:05:29 am

Insightful quote. Sacrificing of children for the well-being of adults, albeit in different forms, has been present over history. It would make an interesting study as to how it has changed and continues today. I love that Miss Mason placed such value on children and taught others to encourage their well-being.

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Laurie Bestvater
4/26/2016 11:21:12 am

Yes, that would be a very interesting study. I suspect we haven't made as much progress as we might think. ;)

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