Jesus is magic Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity, is often referred to as a magician or a sorcerer by his followers and believers. This notion is derived from the extraordinary and miraculous acts that are attributed to Jesus in the New Testament of the Bible. Throughout the New Testament, Jesus is depicted as performing various miraculous feats, such as turning water into wine, feeding thousands of people with limited resources, healing the sick, and even raising the dead. These acts are seen as evidence of Jesus' divine nature and his ability to manipulate and control the natural world. The term "magic" is often used to describe these supernatural abilities that Jesus is believed to possess. However, it is important to note that the term "magic" in this context should be understood as a reference to Jesus' extraordinary power and not in the sense of witchcraft or sorcery.
The first generation of mortals was given the privilege of dining with the gods on Mt. Olympus, but Tantalus misbehaved spectacularly and made his host Zeus positively livid with outrage. There are three versions of Tantalus' mischief. The first is that he gossiped with his fellow mortals as to what the gods were cooking up with their divine plans for humanity. The second version has Tantalus stealing some of the divine nectar and ambrosia served at the dinner and giving it out to mere mortals down below. These two sins were bad enough and threatened the balance of order between gods and humanity, but the third version, the most popular one, tells of an even more outrageous deed.
His wife differs in various accounts Euryanassa or Eurythemista, both daughters of river gods, or Clytie, daughter of Aphidamantes, or Dione, one of the Pleiades. Sisyphus had to forever roll a stone up a hill each day, Ixion was tied to a flaming wheel that never stopped spinning, and Tantalus, completing the most unfortunate trio in Hades, was made to stand in a pool of water but never able to drink from it and quench his insatiable thirst as it drains whenever he bends down to drink.
However, it is important to note that the term "magic" in this context should be understood as a reference to Jesus' extraordinary power and not in the sense of witchcraft or sorcery. The miracles performed by Jesus are seen as acts of compassion and love, rather than manipulative or evil acts. Jesus is often described as using his powers to help those in need and bring about positive change in the lives of others.
Card Spotlight: Eternal Thirst
I think most players have thought that about a card at some point in their gaming life time. Some cards may seem clunky or situational, but we try to convince ourselves otherwise because we like what the card offers.
For me, this is Eternal Thirst.
I’ve had a bit of luck with it in M15 drafts. Typically, I’ve run this in a few Black/White decks alongside Ajani’s Pridemate. In a draft environment, you can often get away with this because there are so few answers, especially where enchantments have come from. Specifically, you have to put this on a card that isn’t a threat. For one draft, I kept putting this on Heliod’s Pilgrim. The Pilgrim had done its job and was not the main threat next to Ajani’s Pridemate. Yet getting rid of it would take a removal spell, forcing the opponent to shift their focus from the real threat. If they do leave it, on the other hand, than it can get quite big if you manage to kill a few of your opponents creatures, which shouldn’t be very hard if you’re in Black.
Is there Standard potential?
The general consensus on this card is that it’s bad. If its not playable in limited, why would you try it in constructed? Even more than this, the fact that it’s an enchantment means it can be taken away easily and many opponents will have planned answers for auras. As a result, we should look for a deck where it will be a big benefit if it sticks around but, even if it doesn’t, can it offer any incremental advantage?
In short, I think Black heroic could have some potential here. The first card that came to mind for me was Agent of the Fates. This card is strong in its own right, thanks to its heroic trigger and deathtouch ability. However, it’s worth noting that it won’t gain a counter when you trigger it with Eternal Thirst – the heroic trigger activates while the aura is on the stack and has not yet attached itself to the Agent.
Since we’re in a Black heroic strategy that likes to kill creatures, it seems only logical to include Nighthowler. This gets bigger with the more things that die, and can be cast as an aura for more triggers, or even played as a creature in its own right.
Throw in the likes of Bloodcrazed Hoplite, Spiteful Returned or Tormented Hero and there’s a potential budget deck in the making. You could also run the likes of Herald of Torment for something more evasive. In short, there are options.
Similarly, could there be some form of budget Black/White midrange deck that could use this with Pridemate and friends? Maybe, but I feel adding white takes away from removal and neither does it add more ways to kill things. It does add more heroic creatures, however, some it could work in a constellation-esque strategy.
On the other hand, adding a second colour such as White (or even Blue) could add protection. Once you start targeting Agent of the Fates, or even playing him in the first plays, a smart player will identify him as a threat. Heroic decks need protection, as putting all your eggs into one basket has never proven a viable strategy without it.
Anyway, these are my current thoughts on the card for now – I don’t have a full deck worked out yet but I know I have the cards available to put something together.
These miracles serve as a sign of Jesus' divinity and his mission to bring salvation and redemption to humanity. The belief in Jesus' magical abilities is a central aspect of Christian faith and theology. It underscores the idea that Jesus is not simply a human being, but also the Son of God who possesses unique and transcendent powers. This belief in Jesus' magic is a source of inspiration and hope for Christians, as it affirms the power and sovereignty of God and his ability to intervene in the world to bring about miraculous transformations. In conclusion, the concept of Jesus as magic refers to the extraordinary and miraculous powers attributed to him in Christian belief. These acts of magic, as described in the New Testament, serve as evidence of Jesus' divinity and his mission to bring salvation to humanity. The belief in Jesus' magic is a fundamental aspect of Christian faith, providing believers with hope and affirmation of God's power and love for humanity..
Reviews for "Jesus' Magic and the Quest for Spiritual Enlightenment"
1. Jessica - 2/5 - I was really excited to watch "Jesus is Magic" as I had heard good things about Sarah Silverman's comedy. However, I was left disappointed. The humor in this special fell flat for me and I found it to be more offensive than funny. The jokes seemed forced and lacked originality, relying too heavily on shock value. Overall, I felt that "Jesus is Magic" tried too hard to be edgy and provocative without delivering any genuine laughs.
2. Michael - 3/5 - As a fan of Sarah Silverman's stand-up, I had high expectations for "Jesus is Magic". Unfortunately, I found myself quite underwhelmed. While there were some genuinely funny moments, the overall content and pacing of the special felt disjointed. The jokes were hit or miss, and it seemed like Silverman was relying more on shock value rather than clever wit. Additionally, her attempt to blend social commentary with humor often came across as preachy rather than comedic. Although "Jesus is Magic" had its moments, it did not live up to the hype for me.
3. Emily - 1/5 - "Jesus is Magic" left me feeling uncomfortable and thoroughly unamused. Sarah Silverman's attempts to tackle controversial topics fell flat, crossing the line from edgy comedy to offensive and tasteless humor. I found the jokes to be crass and lacking in creativity, relying on shock value rather than genuine wit. The special seemed more focused on pushing boundaries and being provocative rather than actually delivering a clever and genuinely funny performance. Overall, "Jesus is Magic" was a disappointment and not something I would recommend to others.