Hi Slag,

Although I believe christ to be a myth, some interpretations of myths are useful for the betterment of society in my opinion. The gentle jesus who exhorts the flock to non-violence is a constructive myth that points the way to a better world. The other jesus that states that if one doesn't believe in him, they will "wither and die" seems dictatorial and less useful.

I think that Thomas Jefferson's bible was useful as he excised all the parts that promulgated
violence and religious dictatorship.

I am reminded of Winston Churchill's comment after reading the bible. He slapped his thigh in laughter and said "That god was quite a bastard."