This article explores the contrast between the values of Jesus of Nazareth and the pervasiveness of materialism in society. It highlights how the pursuit of wealth and power can lead to exploitation and inequality, mirroring historical injustices against the poor and marginalized.
THE birth of Jesus of Nazareth and the values that he taught and lived for are overshadowed today by the continuous spread of materialism. This philosophy is driven by the desire of many people to be rich with money, property, political and economic power, and to control people. This excessive possessiveness for personal satisfaction, pleasure or self-gratification becomes the goal of their lives. It leads many to commit crimes against people, especially women and children.
' There were several successive King Herods in a dynastic family that ruled Palestine at that time as we have corrupt dynastic families today in many countries, including the Philippines. King Herod was perhaps the most evil of all, although leaders waging wars today are likely more evil, killing thousands more than Herod ever did. He loved power and money, and like most tyrants or dynastic rulers, today, was insecure.
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