Another idiot using “religion” to justify atrocities.
Putin Quotes Jesus to Justify Invasion of Ukraine
“And this is where the words from the Scriptures come to my mind: ‘There is no greater love than if someone gives his soul for his friends,’” Putin continued, paraphrasing John :.
Both the Post and ABC News translate the Russian word душу (dushu) as “soul,” but most English translations of the passage use “life.” The verse is part of a long discourse Jesus delivered to his disciples as they traveled to the Garden of Gethsemane, where he was arrested and taken to be crucified after ordering Simon Peter not to use force to defend him.
Putin identifies as a Russian OrthodoxChristian but has expressed discomfort with speaking publicly about his faith.
[theweek.com]russia/5/putin-quotes-jesus-to-justify-invasion-of-ukraine
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I think it is important to distinguish Putin as being comfortable quoting the Bible and gaining the backing of the Russian Orthodox hierarchy for his war. Otherwise, the religious kooks will, once again, claim that the atrocities were done in the name of atheism.
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