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#262 - Ancient Rome's Antichrist & the 'Satanic' Origins of the United States | Gnostic Informant

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Sep 23, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Neal Sendlak, creator of the Gnostic Informant channel, dives deep into the intersection of history and mythology. He scrutinizes the religious philosophies of the Founding Fathers, arguing that the U.S. wasn't founded as a Christian nation. The conversation navigates through ancient democracy, the shadowy history of Freemasonry, and the contentious ties of Napoleon to myth. Sendlak also tackles the mystique of psychedelics in spirituality and critiques Biblical narratives, inviting listeners to consider the origins of belief.
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INSIGHT

Founding Fathers' Philosophy

  • The Founding Fathers' philosophy, including the Constitution, wasn't strictly Judeo-Christian.
  • It drew from Greco-Roman ideals, prioritizing reason and deism.
INSIGHT

Founding Fathers on Jesus & Christianity

  • Thomas Jefferson and Thomas Paine viewed Jesus as a philosopher who prioritized reason.
  • However, they critiqued Christianity's dogma and the Church's incorporation of Platonism.
ANECDOTE

Born-Again Christian Trend

  • Many online personalities like Candace Owens, Jordan Peterson, and Russell Brand have become born-again Christians.
  • Neal Sendlak believes it's identity politics or a grift.
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