I believe Trump is appointed by GOD, throughout history, many leaders have claimed divine selection to legitimize their authority and inspire loyalty.
I don't see anything that disqualifies Trump, GOD even spoke 9 audible words to Brumar and he isn't much of a human being, but who is?
GOD's grace is open to all, even a miscreant like yourself.
Examples of Leaders Claiming Divine Selection- Ancient Kings and Emperors:
- Pharaohs of Egypt: Believed to be gods or chosen by the gods.
- Mesopotamian Kings: Often claimed divine endorsement through omens or sacred texts.
- Chinese Emperors: Mandate of Heaven justified their rule, linking them to divine will.
- European Monarchs: Many claimed the "Divine Right of Kings," a theological justification for rule as God’s chosen representative.
- Religious Leaders:
- Prophets in the Bible (Moses, David, etc.): Claimed direct anointing or selection by God.
- Caliphs in Islam: Successors of Muhammad often tied their leadership to divine authority.
- Theocracies: Leaders like Ayatollah Khomeini in Iran combined political and religious claims of divine favour.
- Modern Political Leaders:
- Napoleon Bonaparte: Had himself crowned by the Pope to emphasize divine sanction.
- King Haile Selassie of Ethiopia: Revered as God’s chosen by Rastafarians.
- Some contemporary figures: Occasionally cite divine calling, particularly in highly religious societies.
Scriptural Basis for Claims of Divine Selection
Religious texts often provide examples of divine selection, though interpretations vary. Some key examples:
- In the Bible:
- Old Testament: God anoints leaders like Moses (Exodus 3:10), Saul, and David (1 Samuel 16:1-13).
- New Testament: Jesus says to Pilate, "You would have no authority over me unless it had been given you from above" (John 19:11), implying God ordains authority.
- Romans 13:1: Paul writes, "Let every person be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God."
- In the Quran:
- Leaders and prophets like Muhammad are divinely guided, as indicated in verses like Surah Al-Imran (3:26): "You give sovereignty to whom You will and take sovereignty away from whom You will."
- Other Religious Texts:
- Hindu texts like the Bhagavad Gita describe divine appointment of rulers (Krishna advises Arjuna on his duty as a leader).
- Buddhist traditions often connect rulers to karmic merit or divine intervention (e.g., Ashoka the Great).
Analysis of the Claims- Religious Justification: Many leaders use divine claims to unify people under a higher purpose, often supported by religious doctrines or cultural traditions.
- Cultural Perception: In deeply religious societies, these claims resonate with followers, granting leaders authority and legitimacy.
- Criticism and Controversy: Critics argue these claims are sometimes used as tools for manipulation or to suppress dissent.
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