I'm feeling generous. What would you like to know

[strongsmartsexy]

Ignoring the, "we've already populated the earth" rationalization, why is polyamory good enough for God in the old Testament, but not good enough now?

 

[jerseyart]

here's my real question, in 2 parts: which pills did you take, and how many?

The person who gave them to me never specified, but there were a lot

 

[jenscats5]

Through the keen use of my intellect and deductive reasoning, I have been able to identify the sarcasm in your post.

So to answer the implied question. Humility is only appropriate when warranted. Otherwise it evidences self delusion, disengenuousness, or a pathetic plea for compliments.

I readily acknowledge that I am superior to you, not unlike a deity in comparison to His creation. So say your prayers to me at night, go to sleep, and hope that I'm not a vengeful God

Because He loves you

Well going by your other answer, He = JerseyArt, thus I conclude that You love me...... Awwwwwwwwwwww

 

[jerseyart]

Ignoring the, "we've already populated the earth" rationalization, why is polyamory good enough for God in the old Testament, but not good enough now?

Your question references a Judeo Christian conception of "God", at least by referencing Old Testament (which is in itself a Christian categorization)

The justification which would hold the most weight was the one given by Christ himself. When asked why His teachings at times contradicted Gods edicts as known by earlier scripture and revelation, He simply said paraphrased " You were given what you could handle up until that time." Christ was the fulfillment of the word to Christians, and the dawn of a new covenant with God

 

[strongsmartsexy]

Your question references a Judeo Christian conception of "God", at least by referencing Old Testament (which is in itself a Christian categorization)

The justification which would hold the most weight was the one given by Christ himself. When asked why His teachings at times contradicted Gods edicts as known by earlier scripture and revelation, He simply said paraphrased " You were given what you could handle up until that time." Christ was the fulfillment of the word to Christians, and the dawn of a new covenant with God

Great rationalization, 'cept, I don't recall anything in the New Testament altering or changing that. I know, I'm a pain, but what would you expect?

 

[jerseyart]

Great rationalization, 'cept, I don't recall anything in the New Testament altering or changing that. I know, I'm a pain, but what would you expect?

Not at all a rationalization. We arent debating the validity of Christianity, just the source of its precepts.

The simple answer would have been because we are a predominatly Christian, and not Jewish, nation. Therefore our laws more closely reflect a Christian belief system.

In the christian religion, or at minimum in the vast majority of mainstream denominations, the sacrament of marriage is made not to the state or even the church or church official officiating at the ceremony. It is a vow made between two people directly to the Almighty, and reflects the Christian concept of the Trinity.

 

[jerseyart]

Well going by your other answer, He = JerseyArt, thus I conclude that You love me...... Awwwwwwwwwwww

I'm only a minor deity Jens, and not actually responsible for your existence.

I do however except virgin sacrifices, as well as hedonistic displays of worship from my followers.

 

[jenscats5]

I'm only a minor deity Jens, and not actually responsible for your existence.

I do however except virgin sacrifices, as well as hedonistic displays of worship from my followers.

Well, paint yourself in gold & stand on a platform then! LOL

 

[strongsmartsexy]

Not at all a rationalization. We arent debating the validity of Christianity, just the source of its precepts.

The simple answer would have been because we are a predominatly Christian, and not Jewish, nation. Therefore our laws more closely reflect a Christian belief system.

In the christian religion, or at minimum in the vast majority of mainstream denominations, the sacrament of marriage is made not to the state or even the church or church official officiating at the ceremony. It is a vow made between two people directly to the Almighty, and reflects the Christian concept of the Trinity.

Oh sure, bust open the Trinity doctrine. Can you spell tangent?

Where did this Christian belief system originate if not from the New Testament?

The Chrisitian belief system supposedly came from the New Testament. ignoring all of the heathen traditions brought in over time of course, as it changed with respect to Judaism altered by the covenant of Christ. At what point and how did this change in marriage occur? (I don't know the answer so I'm not baiting you. )

 

[jerseyart]

Oh sure, bust open the Trinity doctrine. Can you spell tangent?

Where did this Christian belief system originate if not from the New Testament?

The Chrisitian belief system supposedly came from the New Testament. ignoring all of the heathen traditions brought in over time of course, as it changed with respect to Judaism altered by the covenant of Christ. At what point and how did this change in marriage occur? (I don't know the answer so I'm not baiting you. )

Your assumption is flawed. Christianity was in existence for four centuries before the books of the bible were ever compiled and approved.

As I stated earlier, Christ established the New Covenant with Creation. Among the changes were the elevation of marriage from a simple arrangement to an actual sacrament with accompanying grace (specifically the grace necessary to fulfill the vows of marriage). The family unit is a reflection of the Trinity. So in that way even though people were "married" prior to the birth of Christ, the institution itself was radically altered by his covenant. At that point the introduction of a thrid party would be considered an act of adultery

The vows between a man and wife are made directly to God, hence the Catholic Church position that unless certain strict conditions are present, the vow cannot be negated by man.