Christian religion Quote by D.M. Murdock
““Other similarities between the Mexican and Christian religions include baptism and the end-of-October festival of "All Souls" or "All Saints Day." The Mexican fast for 40 days as a tribute to the god was essentially the same as the fasting of Jesus "forty days upon a mountain." Also, like Jesus (Rev. 22:16) and Lucifer (Is. 14:12: "Helel, son of the dawn"), the Mexican god Quetzalcoatl was the "morning star." Furthermore, the Mexicans revered the cross, upon which their god was nailed. Likewise, the Mexican Mother and Child were adored, and many Mexican sayings find their equivalents in the Judeo-Christian bible. Moreover, the Mexican priesthood was startlingly similar to that of Catholicism, with "fathers" who acted as confessors listening to penitents' sin and who prescribed prayers, penance and fasting. 14 Like that of Catholicism, the Mexican priesthood exacted tithes in order to support itself, and priests and nuns constituted the populace's teachers.15””
About This Quote
Source Book: Ancient Astronauts by D.M. Murdock, 1978
The passage draws parallels between Mexican religious practices and Christian rituals, suggesting shared origins or influences.
In simple terms: Mexican and Christian rites show many similarities.
Key Takeaway
Consider cultural exchange when studying religions.
Themes
religion
comparative mythology
syncretism
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
historical
comparative
When to use this quote
- anthropology research
- interfaith dialogue
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
cultural diffusion
ritual symbolism
iconography
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these similarities affect our understanding of cultural identity?
- What evidence supports or refutes these parallels?
A Different Perspective
Such comparisons may oversimplify distinct traditions.
