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What If Jesus Was A Female?

By Dristin VanderleiPublished about a year ago 4 min read
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I find myself pondering the implications of a hypothetical scenario where Jesus is portrayed as female. It is an intriguing thought experiment, as it would certainly change the dynamics of Christianity and the world at large. Would the religion hold the same power and influence as it does today? It is difficult to say. As I reflect on this, I must acknowledge my lack of affiliation with Christianity. However, I do hold a deep respect for the religion and the comfort it brings to its followers. It provides a sense of purpose and meaning and serves as a coping mechanism for existential dread.

I have often entertained a ponderance in the recesses of my mind regarding the hypothetical scenario of the nonexistence of the Nazi party, and by extension, the World Wars. One cannot help but wonder how profoundly divergent the state of affairs in our contemporary world would have been without the calamitous upheaval of these historical events.

It's important to consider alternate possibilities and entertain hypothetical scenarios, even if they do not align with historical facts. Exploring different perspectives and contemplating alternative outcomes can lead to greater understanding and new insights. So, let's explore the "what ifs" and open our minds to new possibilities. It’s fun after all.

If Jesus had been born as a female, it is difficult to predict how history would have unfolded. However, it is possible that she could have had a similar effect on her followers. It is believed that Jesus was the Son of God, so if God had chosen Jesus to be born as a female, it is reasonable to assume that God would have granted her the same powers and abilities as Jesus had in the Bible. Walking on water is just one example of the miracles attributed to Jesus in the Bible.

However, it is also possible that female Jesus would have been persecuted and even put to death for her beliefs, just as Jesus was in the Bible. During the time period in which Jesus lived, women were not typically granted the same rights and privileges as men, so it is possible that she may have been perceived as a threat or a heretic. It is important to remember that the events of the Bible took place in a specific historical and cultural context, and it is difficult to predict how things would have turned out if the circumstances had been different.

This is a complex and thought-provoking question that requires careful consideration. It is impossible to know for certain what would have happened in this hypothetical scenario, but it is possible that female Jesus could have faced even more discrimination and persecution than male Jesus did. It is also possible that some people may have viewed her as a symbol of feminine power and strength, while others may have rejected her message due to cultural and societal biases against women.

In contemplating the possibility of Jesus being born as a female, I surmise that Mary and Joseph would have had to take extra measures to conceal her divine identity from the world. If she had been aware of her divinity, it is unlikely that she would have been able to attract male followers, given the patriarchal society of the time. Even if she had been able to draw female followers, the oppressive social norms and prejudices of the era may have led to her and her followers being stoned to death, denying her the opportunity to die on the cross and sacrifice herself for the salvation of humanity.

However, there is also a chance that a female Jesus could have had a significant impact on the world in a different way than male Jesus did. Perhaps she could have amassed a large enough following and created enough uproar to become a strong symbol for women, giving them someone to look up to. Yet, if female Jesus had claimed to be the daughter of God, she might have been ridiculed and shamed for making such a statement.

Perhaps this is why God chose to make Jesus a man. He knew that society at the time would take a man much more seriously than a woman and that a male Jesus would be better equipped to build a large following and spread his message far and wide. It's also possible that God knew a male Jesus would ensure the religion would survive and thrive for generations to come, whereas a female version of Jesus may have caused the religion to have been short-lived.

Ultimately, it is up to each individual to reflect on their own beliefs and biases in order to answer these questions for themselves. Or you can just protest about how much of a garbage article this is and say “Why would anyone ever want to think that Jesus was a female?" It is your choice after all.

It seems that everything turned out as it was meant to be. Male Jesus played a crucial role in saving people from their sins and the fear of existential despair. His teachings gave them a sense of purpose and allowed them to appreciate the beauty of life. It also provided them with the hope that they would go to a special place after death, at least according to their beliefs.

So in conclusion, I will ask the question, how different do you believe the world would be if we got a female Jesus?

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About the Creator

Dristin Vanderlei

I'm Dristin someone who found his passion for writing when I was kid and fell in love with movies, once I figured out I could basically just tell my own stories I been writing ever since. Appreciate if you check out my writings plz comment.

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