02-21-2008, 12:00 AM
Hello Bob
I have read and understand your comments.
We may have an impasse with the hierarchy implied in the concept of worship.
In some circles, it is considered an insight that worship and hierarchy are not inextricable.
Worship may predate gods.
To worship a god may imply a hierarchy because a god is better than a man.
To worship a tree or a deer may not have that implication.
I have seen people wrestle with this concept in practice. I am reminded of the way Carlos castaneda had trouble talking to plants.
Worship is a more intense activity than talking.
I have read and understand your comments.
We may have an impasse with the hierarchy implied in the concept of worship.
In some circles, it is considered an insight that worship and hierarchy are not inextricable.
Worship may predate gods.
To worship a god may imply a hierarchy because a god is better than a man.
To worship a tree or a deer may not have that implication.
I have seen people wrestle with this concept in practice. I am reminded of the way Carlos castaneda had trouble talking to plants.
Worship is a more intense activity than talking.