Somebody finally said what Karenga has been saying all along. Christianity is a "white man's religion" which is the reason why Karenga created the Nguzo Saba (seven principles) and Kwanzaa to begin with! He created a set a values that he felt black people needed because Christianity was not for us! Mr. Lewis goes on to say:
"The seven guiding principles are unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith. These principles, which are applied from Kawaida, set a value system specifically for the black family and are a worthy foundation in which to base one's conduct."This article that appears on the Blacknews.com website is very revealing and reflects an attitude present in many who ascribe to Kwanzaa and its principles. It is more than just a holiday to celebrate, but a challenge to the religion of Christianity, which the writer believes teaches a subliminal message of white supremacy! Did Jesus give his life to save only the white man? The most famous bible verse in the bible does not support that belief:
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." John 3:16 (New King James Version)Very simplistic yet not very easy for many to accept. Very sad that this writer rejects the notion that Christianity has all the principles that anyone needs to make themselves a better person especially when you see that this man is actively involved in many "worthy" black causes.
Mr. Lewis laments the fact that blacks are not united, but would he truly want to unite with the millions of blacks who accept Jesus Christ as their Savior and ascribe to the Bible ONLY for their guiding principles of life?
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