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Communism Is Not Atheist

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Jun 23, 2025
Explore the complex interplay between communism and atheism, revealing how Marx's background shaped his views on religion. Understand how communism acts as a socio-gnostic religion that aims to replace traditional beliefs with a collective identity. Delve into the dangers of erasing distinctions in thought and the implications for identity and morality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and critical thinking in combating illusions, while also highlighting how communism can stem from religious frameworks.
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Communism: Religion, Not Atheism

  • Communism rejects traditional God but worships an idealized collective man as its deity.
  • It builds a religion centered on humanity itself, not atheism as simply no belief in God.
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Marx's Religious Evolution

  • Marx was ethnically Jewish, raised Lutheran, became atheist, then identified with Satanism.
  • This religious progression influenced his communist ideology as a socio-gnostic faith.
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Materialism as Sociological Determinism

  • Marx’s materialism extends beyond physical reality to how material conditions shape human identity.
  • People’s class and economic status condition their worldview and social consciousness.
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