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“As surely as I feel love and need for food and water, I feel love and need for God. But these feelings have nothing to do with Supramundane Males planning torments for those who don't abide by neocon "moral values." I hold the evangelical truth of our situation to be that contemporary politicized…” quote by David James Duncan
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““As surely as I feel love and need for food and water, I feel love and need for God. But these feelings have nothing to do with Supramundane Males planning torments for those who don't abide by neocon "moral values." I hold the evangelical truth of our situation to be that contemporary politicized fundamentalists, including first and foremost those aimed at Empire and Armageddon, need us non-fundamentalists, mystics, ecosystem activists, unprogrammable artists, agnostic humanitarians, incorrigible writers, truth-telling musicians, incorruptible scientists, organic gardeners, slow food farmers, gay restaurateurs, wilderness visionaries, pagan preachers of sustainability, compassion-driven entrepreneurs, heartbroken Muslims, grief-stricken children, loving believers, loving disbelievers, peace-marching millions, and the One who loves us all in such a huge way that it is not going too far to say: they need us for their salvation.””

David James Duncan

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He lists diverse groups needed to counteract extremist fundamentalism, emphasizing inclusive, non‑dogmatic collaboration.

In simple terms: Various people are needed to oppose extremist ideologies.

Key Takeaway

Support inclusive, diverse voices against extremism.

Themes

inclusion diversity activism

Mood

hopeful urgent

Type

social spiritual

When to use this quote

  • Community organizing
  • artistic expression
  • environmental activism

Key Concepts

Fundamentalism ecology spirituality social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which groups can most effectively challenge extremist narratives?
  • How can collaboration across differences be fostered?
A Different Perspective

The extensive list may dilute the core message.

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