I hate how the Bible is being used as a nationalist prop. Nationalism was a theme of the old testament and Jesus called his followers to move beyond national identity. But that's how fascism works, it apropariates instead of actually creating something new.

[–] ghostrider2112@lemmy.world 21 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Well, they really seem to be in a hurry to bring on the events in Revelations. Sadly, since most of them have never read it, I think most would be surprised to find that this now puts them squarely on the side they think they are against!

[–] Aecosthedark@lemmy.world 13 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Rome?

[–] ghostrider2112@lemmy.world 9 points 7 months ago

I was thinking anti-christ. But, i wouldn’t rule that one out either lol

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