I apologize, Marvin, for my slipup. No slight was intended. I will use Marvin from now on.
I couldn't help but think how appropriate your quote (below) would be if you simply substituted the word religion with art.
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If we were debating religion my point of view would be that religion fails when it disregards the principle that we are all one coming from unity and balance. Any religion that preaches their tenants are superior, fails to grasp the concept that everything was created by the same source, and thereby promotes disharmony.
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We have drifted, Cynthia, from the original question in part, I believe, because of suggestions implying control of the art shows by those otherwise described as "evil". I thought the gospels (whoever's) taught love and redemption for all (including sinners). But finding truth in art or religion apparently can result in condemnation if it does not match individual beliefs. It seems that you are free to believe in Eastern religion or Jackson Pollack but you will/should be ****ed if you practice it. I believe the discussion digresses but think it's in keeping with the definition of the Caf