(January 14, 2022 at 6:36 pm)Ahriman Wrote:(January 14, 2022 at 6:01 pm)The Valkyrie Wrote: Still didn't answer the question.It would be wonderful because it would align with my values. I already think God should take direct control of the world, but having competent, righteous human mediums would be the next best thing.
Oliver Cromwell would like to have a word with you. History has demonstrated that theocracies are ruled by neither the competent nor the righteous. They have been demonstrated to be detrimental to religion as, sheltered from criticism by the state, religion need no longer prune away bad ideas. Religions that gain statehood lose vitality.