TOWARD A PEACEFUL REVOLUTION
In the attempt to compensate for the revolution in scientific knowledge, traditional creeds selectively pick and choose the more palatable portions of their ancient texts, carefully avoiding those segments that, in the present century, challenge the gullibility of even the most naive of their followers. Appropriately, these creeds refer to their hierarchy as "shepherds" and to their following as "flocks" (of sheep). Consider this self-proclaimed analogy. Sheep mindlessly are herded from one bit of pastureland to another, doing little more than earning their shepherd's keep. In practice, indoctrination and not so covert mind control are the embraced "conversion" tools of these creeds. These leverage their acceptance by promising paradises in the hereafter while threatening eternal torment for those who refuse to accept their unpalatable myths.
By this process, traditional creeds have managed to subvert the bulk of humanity, dividing the world's population into violently feuding factions that breed chaos and bloodshed and, as a direct consequence, our planet is in turmoil. We will annihilate ourselves unless we set aside these traditional creeds and embark upon more a rational alternative to their divisive creeds. If you found yourself in agreement with the above statements, you may be wondering if there is such an alternative. We, the modern Esseans, believe there is. If you are a rational person who has grown tired of traditional creeds, we challenge you to investigate Esse, which, by our definition, simply means, "that which truly exists".
Esse offers no arcane mysteries or "revealed" doctrines. Instead, it is a rational view of cosmic existence solidly grounded in scientific fact. It is a 21st century outlook that defines reality in terms that make sense and challenges the archaic dogmas that have sought to subvert the innate freedom of the human mind.
Esse offers a radical new insight into human existence from the perspective of a cosmic quantum multiverse. It requires no more than a desire to seek a rational understanding of what we really are and of our role within a remarkable universe. In the process, Esse provides plausible answers to life's perplexing questions without insulting your intelligence by requiring blind obedience to irrational archaic "revealed truths".
As Esseans, we believe that truth is the product of a multitude of reasoning minds. Read what we have to offer then help us improve upon it by sharing your personal insights. Esseans stand as equals with no ruling hierarchy dictating what we must believe. If you are repulsed by traditional creeds, we look forward to hearing from you. Together, we can reverse the tide of ignorance and end the tyranny fostered by a religious fanaticism that for eons have sought to subvert and dominate our world.
Esse seeks to liberate our planet by freeing individual minds. "Know thyself" is our only commandment. It summarizes the total mandate of the Society of Esseans International. If you wish to rid the world of the turmoil traditional creeds have foisted on our societies, join us and help promote the reasoned perspective of Esse.
Kevin Somher, Santa Cruz Chapter
Edited by ADS