Cobb: Gnostic Gospels & The Sexuality of Christ

August 24, 2003

Gnostic Gospels & The Sexuality of Christ

A long time ago, I read a nobel by John Updike entitled 'Roger's Version' about a divinity student who believes he can prove the existence of god. He is enveloped in virtual worlds whose rules he becomes aware of only through study. In his computer and in his spiritual life complexity is made manifest in strange and mysterious ways that study clarifies. Of course he is branded a heretic.

The boundaries between orthodoxy and heresy are very thin indeed, but they become ossified over time in static systems of thought. This is a fascinating subject for me, as black Republican and as a computer programmer who prefers writing business applications. 'Rogers Version' was a treat for me, treading as I do on these seamingly divergent paths.

Another of my lovely cousins has introduced me, damn her, to the first chapter of the 'Da Vinci Code'. This is so me. The last thick one that I was into was Eco's 'Baudolino', so I know I am going to be thrilled by this book if it is what it promises to be. Unfortunately, I am dead broke and it will be at least 3 weeks before I'll be able to indulge.

In the meantime, in these days of change and challenge to orthodoxy, I shall meditate on the meaning of Christ's asexuality as handed down through the current canon of non-heretical writings.

Posted by mbowen at August 24, 2003 10:05 AM

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I find the writing very interesting. As a fellow Republican, I can tell you that you would be hung for the things you will say. I have yet to understand how African American would rather get a hand out then work for more money. We are still waiting on the government to take care of us. I will also say that we have more churches in our communities then businesses. Maybe I am going out on a limb for that one. However it is true that we have more churches and preachers than any other ethnic group. If we could gather the strength to despise all the rumors and hearsay that keeps us down. I am tired of being the only black in classes full of every other ethic group. I am also tired of being one of the few blacks wanting to talk about business, the market and the economy. Why are we so willing to hold empty conversation about athletes, rapper and movie stars? The same people who yet to give us a voice when they have the medium to do it. I would like to find out more about things out there. I probably need to start my own journal since I have so much to say.

Posted by: J at August 25, 2003 12:16 PM