"...in the name of the father, the son, and the holy spirit..."
Notice that it's not "in the name of the mother." Ever.
The Bible is the taproot source of patriarchy. In it, the deeds of men are celebrated, with only token coverage for the women most of the time. Christianity spread the mythology of the patriarch around the world; Jewish and Islamic culture, for which it is also central, spread it further.
The first non-Indigenous people to settle the United States were practitioners of a harsh and unforgiving brand of Christianity. So, too, those who expanded it elsewhere and governed its institutions. Including the country's original sin: slavery.
So long as Christianity is allowed unbridled rule over the affairs of nations, this tradition will continue. But many of us know for a fact that the world can function just as well without it.
I couldn't agree with this more. So many men fall into this category, and we know the carrot is this way. I still remember years ago when the creep ran the first time, he made fun of that reporter who had a disability. I don't know if you remember that, but honestly, that has struck a nerve with me ever since. He doesn't like to take it, but he dishes it out with no problems. Anytime it is given to him, it's either "fake news" or it's "rude." What a moran. Sorry, keeping it real. Great post, as always, Walter. Blessings :) :)
You’re right. And think about it; we’re indoctrinated in school from kindergarten upward… my school conduct grades were most always “2s” (on a scale of. 1= best, 3=worst) because I “did not respect authority”. Was well behaved but asked challenging questions. This put me on a level with kids who threw things, were rude and disruptive….think of what this does to a child’s inquisitive explorations. This is a way we imprint conformity on our population.
Scholars of fascism have long been pointing out that its template is the bullying, all-powerful father figure. People who grew up seeing that as normal are more willing to accept stupidity and abuse from their anointed leaders, because it seems like the natural order.
Looks like you've been dealing with a similar patriarchal induced low self esteem as I. You have mapped the intellectual parameters of the syndrome, what are you doing about the visceral? I use primal scream and mirror cheerleading to some good effect. God Bless
I suppose it's why I write (in case you were wondering how I produce 9 hours of content every day). haha.
Yes, I do my fair share of screaming from time to time. Perfectionism was an issue for a long time too. I'm too hard on myself when I make mistakes, even now. Best to you Greg!
Because if they're cruel, they're weak (<- that's their Achilles' heel). They're not self-acualized, they're not secure, and they need validation from others. Not long ago I wrote about a couple of those guys:
My father was the ultimate image of the alpha male. WWII and Korean veteran, almost 30 years as a career city fireman plus he had the looks and charisma that attracted women and men considered him a ‘manly man’. He ended up with one son, the eldest and four daughters, I am the 2nd oldest. I know my brother (Vietnam vet) and father clashed on occasion in his teens since he was into music instead of sports. It was his third daughter who was the most physical and involved in sports, horses, etc. and of course there was me who he once told my stepmom in my presence that no one could tell me what to do since I was 2 years old. My father was a civil servant and not religious at all. He only went to church because it was expected of him. I never felt dominated by him and he lived to age 88. Needless to say both my brother and I had a really good, non authoritarian, relationship with our father. I have always felt blessed for that.
Our parents divorced and my mom moved us out of state when our younger sisters were 12 and younger. The man she married was the opposite of our father, very controlling and our sisters bore the brunt of it. It is interesting the man she married was not in any physical, intellectual or emotional way a strong male figure. I believe that is why he was so controlling of my sisters and it is definitely why my brother and I got out the minute we turned 18. Our younger sisters are all MAGA, while my brother and I are progressives. The only non religious one is me…
The patriarchal structure is the base of Christianity and it has been used for centuries to control women and prop up men. What we are seeing today with MAGA, Trump and Project 2025 is the last gasp of the patriarchal power structure in our country. That is why the majority who voted for Trump were men, especially older while men. Most of them were raised on the idea that men are the ultimate authority, and that idea is still be handed down to young men.
"...in the name of the father, the son, and the holy spirit..."
Notice that it's not "in the name of the mother." Ever.
The Bible is the taproot source of patriarchy. In it, the deeds of men are celebrated, with only token coverage for the women most of the time. Christianity spread the mythology of the patriarch around the world; Jewish and Islamic culture, for which it is also central, spread it further.
The first non-Indigenous people to settle the United States were practitioners of a harsh and unforgiving brand of Christianity. So, too, those who expanded it elsewhere and governed its institutions. Including the country's original sin: slavery.
So long as Christianity is allowed unbridled rule over the affairs of nations, this tradition will continue. But many of us know for a fact that the world can function just as well without it.
Very good observation David!
I couldn't agree with this more. So many men fall into this category, and we know the carrot is this way. I still remember years ago when the creep ran the first time, he made fun of that reporter who had a disability. I don't know if you remember that, but honestly, that has struck a nerve with me ever since. He doesn't like to take it, but he dishes it out with no problems. Anytime it is given to him, it's either "fake news" or it's "rude." What a moran. Sorry, keeping it real. Great post, as always, Walter. Blessings :) :)
Yup, I remember that. It bothers me even more that the mainstream media doesn't call him out on being so disrespectful.
You’re right. And think about it; we’re indoctrinated in school from kindergarten upward… my school conduct grades were most always “2s” (on a scale of. 1= best, 3=worst) because I “did not respect authority”. Was well behaved but asked challenging questions. This put me on a level with kids who threw things, were rude and disruptive….think of what this does to a child’s inquisitive explorations. This is a way we imprint conformity on our population.
Uff.. yup, that's absolutely true. Plus kids who have to deal with abusive parents find their self esteem through perfectionism so this really hurts.
Scholars of fascism have long been pointing out that its template is the bullying, all-powerful father figure. People who grew up seeing that as normal are more willing to accept stupidity and abuse from their anointed leaders, because it seems like the natural order.
Thanks Jim. That explains why American society establishes that model in so many different domains.
Mainly in evangelical Christianity. It’s where they learn to take the pastor’s side against the girl he raped.
Looks like you've been dealing with a similar patriarchal induced low self esteem as I. You have mapped the intellectual parameters of the syndrome, what are you doing about the visceral? I use primal scream and mirror cheerleading to some good effect. God Bless
I suppose it's why I write (in case you were wondering how I produce 9 hours of content every day). haha.
Yes, I do my fair share of screaming from time to time. Perfectionism was an issue for a long time too. I'm too hard on myself when I make mistakes, even now. Best to you Greg!
Excellent, Walter! Excellent observations! Thank you!
"They can dish it out but they can't take it."
Because if they're cruel, they're weak (<- that's their Achilles' heel). They're not self-acualized, they're not secure, and they need validation from others. Not long ago I wrote about a couple of those guys:
https://olgabourlin.substack.com/p/poor-boys
My father was the ultimate image of the alpha male. WWII and Korean veteran, almost 30 years as a career city fireman plus he had the looks and charisma that attracted women and men considered him a ‘manly man’. He ended up with one son, the eldest and four daughters, I am the 2nd oldest. I know my brother (Vietnam vet) and father clashed on occasion in his teens since he was into music instead of sports. It was his third daughter who was the most physical and involved in sports, horses, etc. and of course there was me who he once told my stepmom in my presence that no one could tell me what to do since I was 2 years old. My father was a civil servant and not religious at all. He only went to church because it was expected of him. I never felt dominated by him and he lived to age 88. Needless to say both my brother and I had a really good, non authoritarian, relationship with our father. I have always felt blessed for that.
Our parents divorced and my mom moved us out of state when our younger sisters were 12 and younger. The man she married was the opposite of our father, very controlling and our sisters bore the brunt of it. It is interesting the man she married was not in any physical, intellectual or emotional way a strong male figure. I believe that is why he was so controlling of my sisters and it is definitely why my brother and I got out the minute we turned 18. Our younger sisters are all MAGA, while my brother and I are progressives. The only non religious one is me…
The patriarchal structure is the base of Christianity and it has been used for centuries to control women and prop up men. What we are seeing today with MAGA, Trump and Project 2025 is the last gasp of the patriarchal power structure in our country. That is why the majority who voted for Trump were men, especially older while men. Most of them were raised on the idea that men are the ultimate authority, and that idea is still be handed down to young men.