In the work of Jacques Lacan, the real, the symbolic, and the imaginary are a central set of references. The imaginary is the field of the ego. Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away." - Philip K. Dick for the christian, the death of the ego should be the highest goal. the deconstituted self. all of desires should be led by a death. if desire is meaning, then ultimately the goal of any believer is unbelief. death in … [Read more...]
the semblant of nicodemus.
March 12, 2011 By 7 Comments
The discussion between Yahshua and Nakdimon concerns being “born again.” Nakdimon appears not to understand the intent of Yahshua’s words and perhaps there is some validity to his questioning. However, he was a well respected teacher in Israel with knowledge of the Hebraic phrase referred to as being “born again.” So, what exactly was this conversation all about? So Nicodemus comes to talk with Jesus AT NIGHT. This is key. The night in Hebrew and Greek literature is never just the … [Read more...]
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