Everything that comes without reservations or contraindications, or does not allow for an algorithm to deny or refute itself, is not true. (We are not talking about the Truth that is beyond assertions and denials—we are talking about pointing to the Truth). “Self-medication can be harmful to your health,” warns the Ministry of Health (of…

Before beginning a conversation, and especially a debate, it’s necessary to agree on the meanings of key words, terms, and concepts… to understand what we mean by each word and what reality they refer to. During the conversation, if unknown concepts arise or if I find the thoughts of the interlocutor unclear, it is crucial…

Often in response to the question, “Why do you not partake in communion?”, Christians(?) commonly respond, “I am unworthy,” or to the question “Why do you partake in communion so infrequently?” (usually once or twice a year, out of tradition, because it seems proper), they reply, “To prepare well and be worthy of partaking.” Many…

We often hear from the faithful words such as “sin,” “to sin,” “sinner,” yet we seldom reflect on the true meaning of these words. However, when alarming words like “death,” “disaster,” “incurable disease,” and other troubling phrases that announce misfortune are spoken, we become actively anxious, unlike the passive perception of words related to “sin.”…

In the previous chapter, we discussed sin and the organic components of the “reality” that we call “sin.” Now, let’s talk about the forgiveness of sins, under what conditions sin is forgiven, and what it means to forgive a sin. This is crucial because we often misunderstand this action—forgiveness of sins—usually in a narrow, legalistic…