In India, God rules the 'toons universe
A number of haloed Hindu gods and goddesses have debuted in the frenetic world of animation over the past five years. Their appearance marks a shift from a decades-long period in which Indian children grew up almost exclusively on American TV and movie characters, including Mickey Mouse, Tom and Jerry, and Spider-Man.
To many parents, though, the "mytho-cartoons" are more than a novelty; they are a way to introduce the ancient tales to a generation that seems to be losing touch with its 5,000-year heritage.
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The study of ancient culture and religious beliefs is certainly very interesting and engaging, but it cannot save a gnat. I studied the Vedas, Shankara, several sutras and loads of Hari Krishna texts, including the Bhagavad Gita and the Srimad Bhagvatam - not so much as a scholar, but as a seeker. I chanted on the streets of Atlanta and meditated and said the beads hundreds of times - all to no avail. But when I encountered the risen Christ all was changed: lasting peace, inner light, a cleansed conscience, eternal life, joy unspeakable, and a close and living relationship with God.
I understand their desire to preserve their cultural heritage (especially in light of our own depraved secularist cultural offerings), but since it is without an atonement for sin, it will only produce a false hope and pagan delusions.
Posted on January 10, 2008 7:47 PM
I hate that "False Hope" phrase - it reminds me so much of my second ex-wife's tactics - she'd get my hopes up and then - well, nothing . . .
Posted on January 12, 2008 8:22 PM
Boy was that an astute comment. Deep! I'll have to muse on that one for a fortnight or so. At least I can resonate with the "- well, nothing . . ." quip.
I'm sorry, I can't seem to restrain myself when so inspired.
Posted on January 13, 2008 1:47 PM