Yes, there’s an Orthodox Church in Pyongyang. Putin donated the Trinity icon to the church. “The construction of the first Orthodox church in the capital of the DPRK was It was started on the personal order of Kim Jong-il after his visit in 2002 Church of St. Innocent of Irkutsk in Khabarovsk. The temple was erected in 2006, it was consecrated by Metropolitan Kirill of Smolensk and Kaliningrad, now Patriarch of Moscow and All Russia.”
"The key IMO is easing DPRK’s perception of its security situation so it can devote more resources to developing its people instead of its military capabilities. Perhaps this new arrangement will alter the South’s attitude."
A profound comment-you are 100% right on-and that is the problem the US faces from Russia and China -they will give third world countries or Global South countries a a better 'Pax BRICS ' than under the current hegemon.
Actually, the United States only has one border, that of Mexico. On the contrary, Russia has multiple and extensive borders, which has forced it to exercise and perfect its extraordinary diplomatic skills. A piano, this one of diplomacy, very difficult to play and that the United States usually hits clumsily. Russia knows well how to use dialogue... and the sword when necessary.
True to a degree as Canadian culture differs somewhat from the USA's, and some Canucks will take exception to your POV. During Covid, there were certainly two borders. Otherwise, like Europe, Canada is a colony much more so than Mexico.
I know firsthand the social and cultural differences (sometimes very notable) between Canada and the United States, but when it comes to policy... the bagpipes of war sound in unison.
As for the ‘never ending UNSC sanction regime’, perhaps the 'West' should start taking out patent rights on any new sanctions. It might represent the only growing sector of their economy.
Great, this is great - a lifeline for the people of Nth Korea - no wonder they are so enthusiastic - the first break in the long war against the country
It took the RF quite awhile to get around to this - but now they can make this work
The snowball's growing bigger. From Geroman's Telegram:
""Western Countries Are No Longer Colonial Powers" — Anwar Says Malaysia To Join BRICS
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia will soon begin formal proceedings to join the BRICS geopolitical bloc
"We have already explained our policy and made our decision. We will start formal proceedings soon," Bernama quoted Anwar as saying in an interview with Chinese news outlet Guancha.
The geopolitical bloc, established in 2009, is called BRICS due to its founding countries being Brazil, Russia, India, and China, with South Africa joining the bloc a year later in 2010.
Since then, five other members have joined BRICS: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with the latter joining the bloc in January this year.
Anwar said that he's working closely with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on expanding the membership to include Malaysia
According to him, the Malaysian government is awaiting the final result and response from South Africa.
He said that Malaysia's membership in BRICS would be strategically important, given the Straits of Malacca's position as an important shipping lane connecting the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
"We can no longer accept the scenario where the West wants to control the discourse because the fact is they are not colonial powers anymore and independent countries should be free to express themselves," he added.
"We can no longer accept the scenario where the West wants to control the discourse," he said.
Contrast the open, constructive tone of Putins letter , to the hectoring from Biden for even talking to those Russian devils. Biden reinforces his inept clown status with every utterance. Trump would do well in the upcoming debate to sit back and let Biden speak. At this stage Biden is one of his best campaign assets.
I agree Steve O except on one point, they aren't Biden's words, he just utters the words of unknowns that hide in the shadows behind him. And without understanding what he is saying.
When one follows the frenetic pace of daily activities of Putin, and Xi Jinping, one is struck by the contrast with not only the current crop of Western leaders, but indeed, any US President ever. Putin and Xi appear to work indefatigably for the benefit of their peoples AND their countries, while Western leaders are mostly engaged in lying to their publics because they know that the cause of an oligarchical globalist empire is not very popular.
United we stand Divided we fall. That's all I think about when reading these statements. Thanks for sharing this optimism Karl I don't know what we'd do without you.......... for years.
There really never was this opportunity until recently. I began at VK and before that on university list-serves, followed by Comon Dreams and Moon of Alabama. The Oil Drum was focused on energy, ecology and related policies, so Russia at that time didn't figure much. As I've confessed, the Warren Commission's cover-up opened my eyes before I was a teenager, plus the inner-city riots in the 1960s also had a big impact along with the Freedom Marches--things that today would be covered-up by BigLie Media.
Been reading your comments at MOA for years. Always appreciated your efforts to write as a documenter or historian of the of truth in relation to b's comments. I just wanted you to know how important you are to those of us who grew up with mainstream media only to find out after 9/11 and the second Iraq war just how much we have been lied to. Basically my whole life. That's why I take so much enjoyment in watching the world slowly change for the better. Just need a bit of hope in humanity. Thanks again.
I have only been reading Karl's comments in the last few years. I found MOA on Naked Capitalism. I was so struck by his comments that I copied them into WORD documents. My first one was October 2022.
karl, regarding the trinity icon that putin donated to the church in north korea, it is my understanding that one of the main differences between orthodox christianity and the catcholic church of rome is the belief or not in the trinity! father, son and holy ghost - that is the trinity... perhaps someone with more insight into the differences between orthodox and catholic interpretations of the bible - someone like juliania - or others - could chime in here on this question i ask... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(Andrei_Rublev)
Yeah james, that doctrine has caused great grief within the Christain community and lots of people lost their lives because of its enforcement, Coptic Christians in particular.
a lot of people have lost their lives for a lot of stupid reasons and divisions over a favourite ideology, whether religious or politicial has been one of them too... still - i am not sure exactly what differentiates the orthodox from roman church from over 1200 years ago - other then power, but it must have been based on some differences of ideology... and - this 'trinity icon' might be a reflection of something different then what we immediately think of - thus the link from wiki to read more on it..
in the last volume of his Trilogy on debt, Hudson will dig into that to some degree, how deeply I'm not certain. But from what he's revealed so far, it will be devastating.
here is an example of the difference.. this is relevant to christian religious experts..
"THE FILIOQUE
The filioque (Latin: “and the Son”), is an addition to the Nicene Creed. This phrase changes the nature of the Holy Spirit’s procession, stating that He proceeds eternally from the Father and the Son, rather than from the Father only. Rome officially declared this doctrine at the Second Council of Lyons. We also see similar language in the current Catechism of the Catholic Church (246). Despite Rome’s official position, many Catholics argue that the filioque refers to the Spirit’s temporal mission, not His eternal procession. The Orthodox can agree with this approach, though we ultimately reject the way the filioque was inserted into the Creed.
It goes without saying, but the Orthodox do not share Rome’s official position here. We object to the filioque for several reasons. First, it deliberately changes the words of Christ in John 15:26. Christ specifically says that the Spirit proceeds from the Father, not the Father and the Son. Second, it violates the perfect balance of Trinitarian theology. In this balance, any particular attribute can belong either to the divine Nature (the Godhead) or to one Person (Father, Son, or Holy Spirit). If eternal procession belongs to the Father and the Son but not the Spirit, the Spirit is subordinated. And thirdly, the addition of the filioque was uncanonical. The Second Ecumenical Council ratified the Creed as it now stands. Its inviolability was confirmed by several popes anathematizing any changes to it. Therefore, Rome’s deliberate altering of the Creed without the consent of an Ecumenical Council spells conflict."
"The key IMO is easing DPRK’s perception of its security situation so it can devote more resources to developing its people instead of its military capabilities. Perhaps this new arrangement will alter the South’s attitude."
A profound comment-you are 100% right on-and that is the problem the US faces from Russia and China -they will give third world countries or Global South countries a a better 'Pax BRICS ' than under the current hegemon.
And last hegemon for many decades, hopefully eons.
Actually, the United States only has one border, that of Mexico. On the contrary, Russia has multiple and extensive borders, which has forced it to exercise and perfect its extraordinary diplomatic skills. A piano, this one of diplomacy, very difficult to play and that the United States usually hits clumsily. Russia knows well how to use dialogue... and the sword when necessary.
True to a degree as Canadian culture differs somewhat from the USA's, and some Canucks will take exception to your POV. During Covid, there were certainly two borders. Otherwise, like Europe, Canada is a colony much more so than Mexico.
I know firsthand the social and cultural differences (sometimes very notable) between Canada and the United States, but when it comes to policy... the bagpipes of war sound in unison.
Not always.
In the early 70's Canada expanded its relations with Cuba while US had sanctions
In 2003 the Canadian PM, jean Chretien refused to send troops to Iraq defying George W.
That is also true, indeed.
As for the ‘never ending UNSC sanction regime’, perhaps the 'West' should start taking out patent rights on any new sanctions. It might represent the only growing sector of their economy.
Great, this is great - a lifeline for the people of Nth Korea - no wonder they are so enthusiastic - the first break in the long war against the country
It took the RF quite awhile to get around to this - but now they can make this work
The snowball's growing bigger. From Geroman's Telegram:
""Western Countries Are No Longer Colonial Powers" — Anwar Says Malaysia To Join BRICS
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia will soon begin formal proceedings to join the BRICS geopolitical bloc
"We have already explained our policy and made our decision. We will start formal proceedings soon," Bernama quoted Anwar as saying in an interview with Chinese news outlet Guancha.
The geopolitical bloc, established in 2009, is called BRICS due to its founding countries being Brazil, Russia, India, and China, with South Africa joining the bloc a year later in 2010.
Since then, five other members have joined BRICS: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, with the latter joining the bloc in January this year.
Anwar said that he's working closely with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on expanding the membership to include Malaysia
According to him, the Malaysian government is awaiting the final result and response from South Africa.
He said that Malaysia's membership in BRICS would be strategically important, given the Straits of Malacca's position as an important shipping lane connecting the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
"We can no longer accept the scenario where the West wants to control the discourse because the fact is they are not colonial powers anymore and independent countries should be free to express themselves," he added.
"We can no longer accept the scenario where the West wants to control the discourse," he said.
LOL — this was the first thing I was trying to figure out: “Notice who flank Putin during the negotiations”.
Contrast the open, constructive tone of Putins letter , to the hectoring from Biden for even talking to those Russian devils. Biden reinforces his inept clown status with every utterance. Trump would do well in the upcoming debate to sit back and let Biden speak. At this stage Biden is one of his best campaign assets.
I agree Steve O except on one point, they aren't Biden's words, he just utters the words of unknowns that hide in the shadows behind him. And without understanding what he is saying.
Yes, whatever is being uttered in his earpiece. If he cant use a teleprompter, I think he wont be able to keep that up for 90 minutes.
Yes, Karl, thank you for all your hard work.
When one follows the frenetic pace of daily activities of Putin, and Xi Jinping, one is struck by the contrast with not only the current crop of Western leaders, but indeed, any US President ever. Putin and Xi appear to work indefatigably for the benefit of their peoples AND their countries, while Western leaders are mostly engaged in lying to their publics because they know that the cause of an oligarchical globalist empire is not very popular.
United we stand Divided we fall. That's all I think about when reading these statements. Thanks for sharing this optimism Karl I don't know what we'd do without you.......... for years.
There really never was this opportunity until recently. I began at VK and before that on university list-serves, followed by Comon Dreams and Moon of Alabama. The Oil Drum was focused on energy, ecology and related policies, so Russia at that time didn't figure much. As I've confessed, the Warren Commission's cover-up opened my eyes before I was a teenager, plus the inner-city riots in the 1960s also had a big impact along with the Freedom Marches--things that today would be covered-up by BigLie Media.
Been reading your comments at MOA for years. Always appreciated your efforts to write as a documenter or historian of the of truth in relation to b's comments. I just wanted you to know how important you are to those of us who grew up with mainstream media only to find out after 9/11 and the second Iraq war just how much we have been lied to. Basically my whole life. That's why I take so much enjoyment in watching the world slowly change for the better. Just need a bit of hope in humanity. Thanks again.
Thanks for your generous comment!
I have only been reading Karl's comments in the last few years. I found MOA on Naked Capitalism. I was so struck by his comments that I copied them into WORD documents. My first one was October 2022.
I also very much appreciate his substack.
Thanks Don!! Mahalo nui loa!!
karl, regarding the trinity icon that putin donated to the church in north korea, it is my understanding that one of the main differences between orthodox christianity and the catcholic church of rome is the belief or not in the trinity! father, son and holy ghost - that is the trinity... perhaps someone with more insight into the differences between orthodox and catholic interpretations of the bible - someone like juliania - or others - could chime in here on this question i ask... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trinity_(Andrei_Rublev)
Yeah james, that doctrine has caused great grief within the Christain community and lots of people lost their lives because of its enforcement, Coptic Christians in particular.
a lot of people have lost their lives for a lot of stupid reasons and divisions over a favourite ideology, whether religious or politicial has been one of them too... still - i am not sure exactly what differentiates the orthodox from roman church from over 1200 years ago - other then power, but it must have been based on some differences of ideology... and - this 'trinity icon' might be a reflection of something different then what we immediately think of - thus the link from wiki to read more on it..
in the last volume of his Trilogy on debt, Hudson will dig into that to some degree, how deeply I'm not certain. But from what he's revealed so far, it will be devastating.
here is an example of the difference.. this is relevant to christian religious experts..
"THE FILIOQUE
The filioque (Latin: “and the Son”), is an addition to the Nicene Creed. This phrase changes the nature of the Holy Spirit’s procession, stating that He proceeds eternally from the Father and the Son, rather than from the Father only. Rome officially declared this doctrine at the Second Council of Lyons. We also see similar language in the current Catechism of the Catholic Church (246). Despite Rome’s official position, many Catholics argue that the filioque refers to the Spirit’s temporal mission, not His eternal procession. The Orthodox can agree with this approach, though we ultimately reject the way the filioque was inserted into the Creed.
It goes without saying, but the Orthodox do not share Rome’s official position here. We object to the filioque for several reasons. First, it deliberately changes the words of Christ in John 15:26. Christ specifically says that the Spirit proceeds from the Father, not the Father and the Son. Second, it violates the perfect balance of Trinitarian theology. In this balance, any particular attribute can belong either to the divine Nature (the Godhead) or to one Person (Father, Son, or Holy Spirit). If eternal procession belongs to the Father and the Son but not the Spirit, the Spirit is subordinated. And thirdly, the addition of the filioque was uncanonical. The Second Ecumenical Council ratified the Creed as it now stands. Its inviolability was confirmed by several popes anathematizing any changes to it. Therefore, Rome’s deliberate altering of the Creed without the consent of an Ecumenical Council spells conflict."
https://www.saintjohnchurch.org/differences-between-orthodox-and-catholic/