Word: crucifixions
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...something like the pose seen in one of the most infamous images from Abu Ghraib--one in which a hooded prisoner stands on a box with electrical wires connected to his arms and genitals. The photo could have been a textbook illustration of a classic torture method known as crucifixion, says Darius Rejali, an associate professor of political science at Reed College and author of Torture and Modernity. This kind of standing torture was used by the Gestapo and by Stalin, he says, although the wires and the threat of electrocution if you fell were a Brazilian police innovation...
...failed to mention Jesus' role as a messianic reformer of the Jewish faith. He addressed his countrymen and their hopes for release from occupation by the hated Romans. That brought him into direct conflict with Rome, and that is why he was killed by the Roman method of crucifixion. ROGER PAYNE London
...failed to mention Jesus' role as a Messianic reformer of the Jewish faith. He addressed his countrymen and their hopes for release from occupation by the hated Romans. This brought him into direct conflict with Rome, and that is why he was killed by the Roman method of crucifixion. The elaborate maze of contradictory theories, doctrines and dogmas formulated centuries later takes up the ancient pagan themes of blood sacrifice as ransom paid to gods who humans felt had been offended. Today, instead of the dualism of a good-vs.-evil world, we need a different perspective and myth...
There is no Quid Pro Quo with God. The lesson of the Crucifixion and Resurrection was meant to be simple, not something to crease the brows of countless theologians over the ages. The Second Coming is manifest and resides in the godly among us--those who tirelessly and earnestly work in the service of humankind. EDWARD HUJSAK La Jolla, Calif...
...varied explanations of Jesus' death reflect the myriad ways we approach God. The marvel of the Crucifixion is that no matter what kind of questions you have, they can be answered. The way to understanding the reason for Jesus' death lies somewhere closer to embracing all the serious interpretations rather than just one. By integrating the different ideas about Jesus' death, its real meaning for each individual can be found. GILES BOLAND Wellesley, Mass...