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Comparative Religions--Monday, Period 3, Class #4--Atonement, Absolution, and Redemption
"Well," Vala said as everyone was seated, trying not to look like she'd obviously been listening to the radio over the weekend, "we were supposed to continue on in our exploration of the religions of this planet, but instead of highlighting the differences, I think today will be about exploring one of their similarities--the idea of forgiveness, for those who truly repent for something they've done wrong, whether it has hurt anyone or not."
"The methods may vary--some fast and ask repentance for everything in one shot, others involve going to a small booth and reporting everything done since the last report, others involve writing the sin down and sending it off into the ether, others involve asking forgiveness of the person who has been wronged. Some also involve sacrifices, but I'm told that is no longer socially acceptible on this planet. What is important, however, is that the message is the same--if you're sorry for what you have done, and wish to do better, you can acknowledge what you've done wrong and prove by your actions that this is true, and you will be forgiven."
"So. I'm going to leave you to it. There are various methods available, and whether or not you choose to repent is up to you, since that's none of my business and is between you and your supreme being of choice. Whenever you're ready, you can use that method, or just leave the room when you're finished."
"The methods may vary--some fast and ask repentance for everything in one shot, others involve going to a small booth and reporting everything done since the last report, others involve writing the sin down and sending it off into the ether, others involve asking forgiveness of the person who has been wronged. Some also involve sacrifices, but I'm told that is no longer socially acceptible on this planet. What is important, however, is that the message is the same--if you're sorry for what you have done, and wish to do better, you can acknowledge what you've done wrong and prove by your actions that this is true, and you will be forgiven."
"So. I'm going to leave you to it. There are various methods available, and whether or not you choose to repent is up to you, since that's none of my business and is between you and your supreme being of choice. Whenever you're ready, you can use that method, or just leave the room when you're finished."
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