Dwain Northey (Gen X)

I was going talk about this yesterday but the Tennessee thing had me worked up, then I thought I will just leave this alone but like a scab I have to pick at it.

I for years have been confused as to why in the world in the Christian community that the Friday prior to Easter (whole other topic for tomorrow) is call Good Friday. I have read the Bible and I watched Mel Gibson “Passion” movie for the character that the day is about it was a terrible day. Can you imagine Christ coming back and seeing people worshiping the instrument of his mortal demise. I would think that would be very triggering and would not have warm fuzzy memories.

I know that is non-Christian way to think about it but that’s how my brain works. I am sure that JFK wouldn’t want to see a convertible if he came back and pretty sure Lincoln would not be a big fan of the theater.

Why did Christianity choose a Roman torture device as their symbol? What is more confounding is that the Catholic Church used the same symbol they bowed before to persecute, torture, and execute heretics. The Templars, who were reportedly Knights for Christ, were tortured and burned on the very crosses that the church revered.  

The Star of David at least has some rational it can symbolize the connection between God, Israel, and the Torah. It can also symbolize the relationship between God and people or the seven virtues (kindness, severity, harmony, perseverance, splendor, foundation, and royalty). The Star of David has seven compartments. Another small thing about the Star of David is it was never or has ever been a torture device.

I know man and differing communities choose symbols, banners you name it but the cross just seems like a lazy solution if it is to represent something that’s intended purpose was painful death.