Sue Monk Kidd writes of her quest for a new understanding of the Divine Feminine in her life:
"Elizabeth A. Johnson expresses the dynamic succinctly: "The symbol of God functions." By this she means that the symbol gives rise to ways of thought and pattersn of behaviour. The core symbols we use for God represent what we take to be the highest good. They become the ultimate point of reference for understanding experience, life and the world. These symbols or images shape our world view, our ethical system, and our social practise - how we live and relate to one another.
For instance, Johnson suggests that if a religion speaks about God as warrior, using militaristic language such as how "he crushes his enemies" and summoning people to become soldiers in God's army, then the people tend to become militaristic and aggressive ..."
It makes me wonder what kind of faith comes from holding the likes of The Dalai Lama and Bishop Tutu (both men who have the most beautiful smiles and laughter) in high regards ... and envisioning God as a source of joy and laughter??
How warped a world view can arise from asking God to give to us laughter?
Do we dare find out??
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