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8. That's interesting.
Sun Nov 3, 2024, 01:10 PM
Nov 2024

Having grown up in Christian traditions, I can say that one of the hallmarks of the religion is resentment and a preoccupation with victimhood. The entire religion is based on Jesus's supposed victimization. (I don't understand that because, according to scripture, Jesus chose his fate, making him a hero, not a hapless victim. Nonetheless, the focus on victimhood and martyrdom is strong with many Christians. It's a bore.)

You make a good point that Judaism doesn't focus much on victimization, despite having a very good case to do so. Maybe that's why Israel has such a poor PR strategy.

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