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At the outset: In an improbable and unprecedented decision, the Vatican announced the addition of a new testament to the Holy Bible, borrowing a page from the book of modern democracy.
The Catholic Church, in a bold attempt to anchor its teachings in contemporary consciousness, has announced the introduction of a new Testament – the Fifth – entirely dedicated to the politics and ethics of democracy. Titled the “Holy Laws of Democracy,” this new book in the Holy Bible strives to instill the principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity within the Christian faith.
Pope Francis, during a press conference in Vatican City, stated that this new testament is a true reflection of modern Christian thought. “We must embrace democracy not as a political entity, but as a creed of the Christian faith,” insisted the Pope. “In this fifth testament, we propose a new sacred dimension to our faith, a dimension that is intimately connected to the daily lives of every Christian.”
The testament, which consists of ten commandments of democracy, begins with the famous “You shall have no other leader before the people.” Following this are numerous verses intended to instill respect and reverence for democracy. Curiously, the eighth commandment states: “You shall not commit false information,” a biting declaration that seems to echo current political controversies.
In response to this avant-garde movement, renowned political scientist Dr. Fantasmo remarked with an ironic smile: “I can’t help but think that if Moses were alive today, he would probably be a fervent advocate for social media and a sharp critic of fake news.”
In a world often divided between politics and religion, this latest step by the Vatican toward a symbolic fusion of the two can be welcomed as a commendable attempt to establish lasting harmony between these two realms. It will certainly give a new impetus to the phrase: “God is in the details,” particularly the delicate details of politics.
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