Who was more similar to Jesus, Gandhi or Jerry Falwell?”
…What if we compare the two to Jesus? Characteristics of Jesus Lived in poverty Refused to be involved in politics “My kingdom is not of this world.” Preached non-violence Said that God loved all people “In my Father’s house are many rooms.” Was a gadfly, and often an embarrassment and an irritant, even to his friends and allies. Emphasized the primacy of morality Believed that one cannot use impure or immoral means to achieve worthy goals Said his life is his message and his death his gift Focused much of his attention on motives and intentions He prized and spoke the truth Characteristics of Ghandi Lived in poverty Focused much of his attention on motives and intentions Emphasized the primacy of morality Believed that one cannot use impure or immoral means to achieve worthy goals Preached nonviolence, truth and the unity of all life By nonviolence he meant economic violence, cultural violence, psychological violence, and linguistic violence Said his life is his message Was a gadfly
