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Cirsium

(812 posts)
11. King Cyrus - early DEI advocate
Fri Sep 27, 2024, 06:38 PM
Sep 27

Cyrus lived c. 600–530 BC, so I don't see how he could have liberated the Christians. He promoted tolerance of all people and religions, so I can't see the comparison to Trump.

All of this "God used a flawed tool" nonsense is just a sleazy and intellectually dishonest way to excuse for their support for a dangerous and damaged man.

"One of the fundamental rights granted by Cyrus was freedom of religion. In a time when religious intolerance was prevalent, Cyrus’ decree allowed people to freely practice their faith without fear of persecution or discrimination. This groundbreaking right laid the foundation for religious tolerance and diversity, setting an example for future civilizations and inspiring the protection of religious freedoms in subsequent periods."

"Recognizing the beauty and richness of diverse cultures, Cyrus championed respect for cultural diversity. His policies aimed to preserve and celebrate the different customs, languages, and traditions within his empire. By encouraging cultural exchange and mutual respect, Cyrus fostered an environment that promoted harmony among different communities and set a precedent for embracing cultural diversity in future societies."

https://ancient.com/cyrus-the-great-pioneering-the-worlds-first-bill-of-rights/

I wonder how many MAGA folks believe in witchcraft??? riversedge Sep 27 #1
Well, if you consider "thoughts & prayers" to be witchcraft rurallib Sep 28 #25
All of the evangelicals do. They boycotted Harry Potter movies for witchcraft. travelingthrulife Sep 28 #29
But they would have liked Umbridge ArkansasDemocrat1 Sep 28 #32
Ridiculous BlueKota Sep 27 #2
I would send them to the cornfield. flying rabbit Sep 27 #10
Good idea BlueKota Sep 27 #13
Ohhhhhh, I LOVE IT!!! niyad Sep 28 #41
That's hilarious! Frank D. Lincoln Sep 27 #17
"May the fleas of a thousand camels infest your armpits." Karnak niyad Sep 28 #40
Scary the things people will believe. Srkdqltr Sep 27 #3
Who's the real false "profit" Lance? Clouds Passing Sep 27 #4
They're dangerous to humanity, slightlv Sep 27 #19
Christofacism is the False Religion. Ultimate control over everyone is their endgame. Clouds Passing Sep 28 #35
And God warned us about the profusion of false prophets, coming out of the woodwork. Beware of their wicked SWBTATTReg Sep 29 #53
I'm Vance would be on stage if the pastor said Pokemon and D&D was of the devil, too sakabatou Sep 27 #5
In the vein of that thought, slightlv Sep 27 #20
This message was self-deleted by its author ArkansasDemocrat1 Sep 27 #6
Careful, we have witches here on DU and they're very good progressives. Elessar Zappa Sep 28 #22
Thank you, Elessar Zappa...I am a Christian and I have met "witches" who had more integrity, kindness, compassion, The_REAL_Ecumenist Sep 28 #26
Indeed. 100%. n/t PatrickforB Sep 28 #38
Thank you, I'll delete ArkansasDemocrat1 Sep 28 #31
This progressive practitioner thanks you for the deletion. niyad Sep 28 #42
It's the Lance & Vance Show! tonekat Sep 27 #7
I wasn't surprised to see Charlie Kirk the Jerk mentioned here, either. Prof. Toru Tanaka Sep 27 #18
My goodness, this is really stupid. mwb970 Sep 27 #8
How close are we to burning witches? DBoon Sep 27 #9
Don't ask. Some of us are a bit concerned on that point! nt slightlv Sep 27 #21
Give people such as this false prophet any kind of power and the stake will become all too common. n/t PatrickforB Sep 28 #37
If you have been watching the reichwing loonies for any period of time, niyad Sep 28 #43
King Cyrus - early DEI advocate Cirsium Sep 27 #11
Is this the evangelist? Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Sep 27 #12
I don't rightly care if she did! An ancient well known craft versus a known pedophile, con liar? You afraid you PortTack Sep 27 #14
I think the New Apostolic Reformation is witchcraft meow2u3 Sep 27 #15
Just in time for Halloween Collimator Sep 27 #16
And then Kamala Harris said - werdna Sep 28 #23
Hilariously true! The_REAL_Ecumenist Sep 28 #27
Very convenient! Aussie105 Sep 28 #24
Witches are hot. twodogsbarking Sep 28 #28
No, she doesn't ... orangecrush Sep 28 #30
As do I. niyad Sep 28 #44
Combining forces orangecrush Sep 29 #48
Absolutely!!! niyad Sep 29 #49
She's a black magic woman. twodogsbarking Sep 28 #33
That is hilarious. You can't make this stuff up! Martin68 Sep 28 #34
This is one of the serious shortfalls of Protestant theology. I have a good friend PatrickforB Sep 28 #36
Childless Cat Ladies Unite! Roy Rolling Sep 28 #39
United we stand, bubble, bubble, toil, and trouble. niyad Sep 28 #45
Shady Vance Quanto Magnus Sep 28 #46
Jeebus. Salem witch trials next?? Evolve Dammit Sep 28 #47
I know this is off topic rpannier Sep 29 #50
That is their latest lame attempt to shame her liberal N proud Sep 29 #51
Reeks of despration gay texan Sep 29 #52
Political agenda mixed with "religion" and backing a blasphemous vindictive self-serving gluttonous prideful predator Freethinker65 Sep 29 #54
God spoke to me and warned me to beware of False Prophets. And Con Men. And Liars. Midnight Writer Sep 29 #55
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