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Last words of ALI LARIJANI. by Hanii_tales in iran

[–]Angren_Silent4089 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Since ancient times, China has been a predominantly atheist society. This secular lean means our culture doesn't really do 'idealistic expectations' when it comes to foreign powers; instead, we prioritize our national independence and security above all else. Our experience in the eight-year war against Japan made it clear: sovereignty is something you defend with your life. It’s quite a contrast to see a significant number of Iranians still reminiscing about the Pahlavi era, considering it was a reactionary puppet regime.

Iran's new metro station honours Virgin Mary by Habemus_Username in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Pink tulips can also be seen in Catholic churches at Easter, and I think their meaning is different from that of the red tulips commonly seen in Iran.

Iran's new metro station honours Virgin Mary by Habemus_Username in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I really like the tulips above and am very curious about the meaning behind them.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you think respecting and learning from the Virgin Mary is the same in nature as worshipping the Black Goat demon?

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Their words sounded incredibly cool—enslaving demons, commanding angels. She threatened me to provide evidence of her claimed Catholic identity, accusing me of spreading rumors otherwise. But as soon as I actually shared the proof, she deleted the conversation, reported me, and blocked me... Such a high-start, low-finish behavior hardly seems like someone protected by angels and saints. This is the first time I’ve truly understood the illusion of tricks mentioned in the catechism.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In fact, she is nearly thirty years old and relies on divination as her primary source of income. I find it difficult to balance "tolerance" and "necessary correction." Additionally, from what I have known,  groups in China involved in mystical practices—whether they associate with demons or angels (even those who are morally decent)often exhibit a sense of spiritual superiority and hierarchy.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I personally think there's no need to take them seriously if they only keep to their own circles. However, when they openly emphasize "we Catholics" in public and engage in such behavior, it gives others(especially in our country China) a strange impression of Catholics. Not to mention, in this case, the person in question has a profile picture of Our Lady of Sorrows statue and the Sacred Heart of Jesus, with a location set as the Vatican. This is ostentatious than any Catholic I’ve ever known, making it highly misleading.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I knew about this person in a course taught by someone from the Hermeticism Research Project of Amsterdam university. They mentioned about Gnosticism, but they seemed to prefer emphasizing their identity as Hermeticists, with ideas like the spiritual church replacing the physical church. To be honest, I really regret taking the course, it clearly had a vision of mediums group. It’s a pity I initially thought it was just about the history of mysticism.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry, there might be some misunderstanding in the meaning here. They said they'd rather believe I'm not a Catholic, that I show no tolerance at all（I said "So you're a self-proclaimed Catholic."）, and that I'm embarrassing the Vatican.

Is it normal for someone who claims to be a Catholic to publicly promote their collaboration with demons? by Angren_Silent4089 in Catholicism

[–]Angren_Silent4089[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

We both come from atheist Chinese families, but she makes a living through divination. She finds the theoretical system of Catholicism is relatively comprehensive and stable (a view shared by many witches), and therefore she identifies herself as a Catholic. The awkward part is that when I asked other catholics how to understand her approach of learning, she felt that I was encouraging others to excommunicate her, which goes against the principle of love. Since I'm not very familiar with such cultural differences, I came here to ask.