[yonif]

Our people brought the idea of ethical monotheism into the world, and championed the moral life entailed by that belief. Refusing to abandon our ideals, and powerless to defend ourselves, we were often forced to pay a heavy price for our beliefs. Even for the many prepared to reject our past, there was often no escape: To some of our enemies, the mark of our people could never be removed.

[anniegetyourgun]

"Our people brought the idea of ethical monotheism into the world, and championed the moral life entailed by that belief."

In a world where so many still believe where they spend eternity is dependent upon self, I can certainly understand this statement. Having a form of religion, while denying the power of God, seems to be the way of this world. Apparently God has nothing to do with anything anymore....leaving most of mankind with nothing to cling to but his own spiritual arrogance.

[Salem]

"...After bowing our heads to conquerors for 2,000 years, the spine of our people is beginning to straighten now that we are back home."

Amen, Yoni. You and I will see this idea here and there, in bits and pieces in the time ahead.

Although not right now in Sharon, huh?