Real-life example of Christian love for the homosexual
Mike Silverman
Shawn, Buddy, Regular Guy, Mark Johnson -- this is your side that did this.
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Mike Silverman -- cubsfan at turnleft.com -- Lawrence, KS
http://www.turnleft.com/personal
Ezekiel Krahlin
wrote:
>http://www.denverpost.com/news/news1009a.htm
>
>Shawn, Buddy, Regular Guy, Mark Johnson -- this is your side that did this.
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Ezekiel J. Krahlin
ezek...@iname.com
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NEW DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
Š 1998 by Ezekiel J. Krahlin
(Jehovah's Queer Witness)
I hereby declare war against the United States
Government, and to all its people who support the federal
sanction against same-sex marriage... which may be a majority.
The moment government permits any state to officially and
intentionally deny a gay citizen's right to the pursuit of
happiness--as indeed marriage is a blissful goal--the door is
open to establishing all homophile women and men as second
class citizens in perpetuity.
I perceive this unconstitutional, ungodly sanction as the
first step towards eradicating all known homosexuals in our
sorry nation. The bombing of the Lesbian lounge in Atlanta is
just the beginning...unless the federal government and
mainstream Christian churches--including African-American
congregations--immediately step in and aggressively fight back
against the jihad these homophobes have declared. (I'm not
holding my breath.) Their continued silence and foot-dragging
on the noble issue of same-sex-lover rights, puts blood on
their hands as surely as if they were right-wing fanatics
themselves!
I urge all lesbians, gays, bisexuals, gender changers,
their supporters, and other so-called queer types to bear arms
and take to the streets...and push back the beast of
homophobia that now rears its ugly head in the eyes of the
majority, who prowl this gutted country like ghouls from The
Night Of The Living Dead. For all intent purposes, President
Clinton has nodded his head in approval of a nationwide witch
hunt to kill us anywhere and everywhere we are seen or known
to abide...or at best to deny us jobs, shelter, friendship,
and equal treatment. Our President's wavering on the "gays in
the military" issue, along with the signing of DOMA...places
him in direct responsibility for exacerbating the hostility
against a basically harmless, and decent, group of citizens:
gay women and men.
Likewise for our so-called "liberal" straight
friends...who are too cowardly to display a pink triangle on
their own clothing, or a T-shirt or bumper sticker
proclaiming: "Another Hetero for Lesbian & Gay Rights". Yet
they proudly wear slogans and icons promoting the rights of
African-Americans, women, children, trees, animals, and so on.
The Danes in World War II sported stars of David to conceal
Jewish folk from Nazis...but I hear of none who displayed the
pink triangle.
If you are heterosexual, and perceive yourself as a true
"progressive", then you would have no qualms in taking up this
noble banner of Homophile Liberation in the ways I have
suggested...else you, too, have blood on your hands. But if
heteros at large still refuse to see this as their fight,
too...we homosexuals can flood the straight bars, clubs, and
other hetero hangouts. Our presence, with pink triangles
emblazoned on our shirts and jackets, will turn these straight
clubs into targets of the Army of God and their ilk. Then, of
course, we'll have a lot more allies in the resistance--albeit
unwilling.
Be it known that I am God's Son. Be it known that I am
proudly homosexual, that I am a Christian who respects all
other beliefs as equal, that I presently go by the name
Ezekiel Krahlin (formerly Gene Catalano). Be it also known
that I propose the new label "Thracian" over "gay male," to
symbolize the new-found empowerment of the homophile community
in this century's closing decade. The word "gay" perpetuates
a stereotype of ourselves as flighty, emotional, and
frivolous...not to be taken seriously, as a citizen, as a
human being, or as anything else! (Surely, women have a
similar complaint against male chauvanists.)
"Lesbian" is a beautiful term for the homosexual female;
as its name comes from a Greek Island with a rich, classical
history. The region of Thrace also has a great history, and
likewise plays an honored role in Hellenic culture...hence I
coin the term "Thracian" for those who are commonly thought of
as "gay male". Ancient Greeks first called their northern
neighbors "Thracians," and later, "Macedonians"...the people
from whom arose Alexander The Great. "Hellenic" can be the
general term for both homophile women and men, who are sick of
the belittling and ineffectual descriptor, "gay". This caps a
nice balance on the other two Greek words, to form an elegant
triad: Hellenic, Lesbian, Thracian. It also does away with
the chauvanistic stance of using "Gay" to represent both male
and female members, as well as males only. (Credit for the
idea of "Hellenic" to replace "Gay" goes to Fireweaver, an
Internet friend.)
Heterosexism, chauvinism, misogyny, mysandry, homophobia,
pedophilia, racism, and bestiality are all blasphemies in God's
eyes, and in mine, and in the eyes of all good people. Under this
inspiration, I declare Northern California a safe haven, and
demand protection by the United Nations Global Peacekeepers. I
also call for the secession of this region, and its establishment as a
government solely for and by Hellenes...where all beliefs are to be
equally respected. Let this new nation be named "Athenia," to
honor woman's suffrage as well as symbolize wisdom and valor. As
a body politik, we are as the victorious David against Goliath: the
giant of homophobia shall be toppled and slain in our time.
Let it also be known that not every gay person is a
friend. Like any group of human beings, they have their ranks
of evil forces. True hearts are few and far between...love
and be constant to such friends--if indeed you have even
one--for you are well blessed. For wherever there are two
kindred hearts, there Your Angel will be also, in spirit. Do
not judge any person by any category (such as gay or hetero,
Jew or Christian, ugly or handsome, poor or rich, white or
black, etc.) But do judge her by what comes from the heart, as
expressed in words and deeds.
Civilization (for what it's worth) is about to go
berserk; the capitalist world as we know it is doomed. I
trust that those whom I can reach through this letter, already
are taking action. If you are wicked (homophobic), it is not
yet too late to change. I stand by you in prayer, and hope
you will join the valorous. For until the last enemy is fallen, it
is my duty to fight for every lost soul until the final moment.
Yes, I pray most ardently for the lost, not for the risen.
In closing, I humbly attempt to give solace to my
Hellenic sisters and brothers, with this quote from Psalm 35
(1-8):
Plead my cause, O Lord, with those who strive with me;
Fight against those who fight against me.
Take hold of shield and buckler,
And stand up for my help.
Also draw out the spear,
And stop those who pursue me.
Say to my soul,
"I am your salvation."
Let those be put to shame and brought to dishonor
Who seek after my life;
Let those be turned back and brought to confusion
Who plot my hurt.
Let them be like chaff before the wind,
And let the angel of the Lord pursue them.
For without cause they have hidden their net for me in
a pit,
Which they have dug without cause for my life.
Let destruction come upon him unexpectedly,
And let his net that he has hidden catch himself;
Into that very destruction let him fall.
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I cum like a thief in the night!
The Final Testament, a Bible by and for Gays only:
http://members.xoom.com/ezekielk/
GodHates...@HetBeGone.com
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for my gay-rights parody of Peanuts!
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Bryant Brandon
ezek...@my-dejanews.com wrote:
@NEW DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
Zeke, SHUT THE FUCK UP! You're spamming us with your idiotic, witless,
psychotic, and annoying CRAP for what? What point are you trying to
make? That you can't write worth a shit, but sure do have enthusiasm?
You are a paragon of lunacy, with your detatchment from reality
exceeded only by your apparent inability to take a hint. That being as it
is, I'll just say it: Your declaration of war--NOT independence,
war--against the US and any citizens who don't kiss your ass is something
no person with any marbles in his head would do.
Reading that thing is a chore--a good sign that you did a piss-poor job
of writing it. Not only do you lack any kind of flow--something even the
most witless of homophobes in this group manage in their articles--you
take on a really disgusting "you're either with me or against me" aditiude
that makes me want to throw up.
Then you try to be all high and mighty, but making a reference to
"Night of the Living Dead" kinda shoots that to hell. Beyond that, you go
off on how you hate the term "gay," preferring "thracian." Yet you
continue to use the word "gay" throughout the rest of your "declaration."
So, in closing, I'd like to say that your "declaration" is in serious
need of a rewrite. In the meantime, stop posting it.
--
B.B. --I am not a goat! http://web2.airmail.net/dbrandon
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RavensHeart
Oh, geez, Bryant, now you've gone and done it {:-o This is going
to bring the wrath of the great and powerful Zekaroni and his winged
minions down on you. You are certain to be next in line for his
ranting now.
Ezekiel Krahlin
>IM SICK OF SEEING IT EVERYWHERE TOO.
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Permission granted by author for anyone to distribute this
writing free of charge (including translation into any
language)...under condition that no profit is made therefrom,
and that it remain intact and complete, including title and
credit to the original author.
Ezekiel J. Krahlin
ezek...@iname.com
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NEW DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
© 1998 by Ezekiel J. Krahlin
(Jehovah's Queer Witness)
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God's shit doesn't stink, but everyone else's does.
Think about it.
Bryant Brandon
ezek...@my-dejanews.com wrote:
@[NEW DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE again]
Hmm. Maybe Zeke's just retarded....
Ezekiel Krahlin
Brandon) wrote:
> Zeke, SHUT THE FUCK UP! You're spamming us with your idiotic, witless,
Yours is rather a loose definition of spamming...and I resent the
accusation, fool. I am putting the word out, that separatism is the
best way for us gays to go...and want it to reach as many people as
possible. We Hellenes are in the same position as Jews were in the
1940's, in Germany and Eastern Europe: acceptance and equality among
the larger majority are forever irreconcilable. We need our own
nation, our own separate society, if we are to survive, and thrive, as
a gay people.
>exceeded only by your apparent inability to take a hint. That being as it
>is, I'll just say it: Your declaration of war--NOT independence,
I'm just telling it like it is. Any declaration of independence by any
people, has also been a declaration of war, whether or not they say so
in their manifesto. It is a very rare situation indeed, where a
people's struggle for independence has been accomplished without war.
Having said that, I also add: war may not necessarily include
violence...if our tactics have enough genius in pulling off a
bloodless, though successful, revolution. But if we are to win a war
without shedding lives...I suggest that your kind stay out of this,
and keep as silent as possible.
> Then you try to be all high and mighty, but making a reference to
>"Night of the Living Dead" kinda shoots that to hell. Beyond that, you go
>off on how you hate the term "gay," preferring "thracian." Yet you
>continue to use the word "gay" throughout the rest of your "declaration."
Duh. When you introduce people to a new word, you don't pepper your
whole document with it...you just pop it in here and there...so that
it may be more pleasantly digested.
Of course, your wish to shut me up, may just be a ploy for you, and
others of your ilk, to mimic my tactics, and thus garner all the
recognition when the time comes for my ideas to fulfill themselves. I
have had that form of dirty pool played on me, several times before:
people rejecting me, yet taking my ideas and claiming credit for them,
instead of giving appreciation to the originator (me).
FYI: Not everyone despises my viewpoints. In fact, I get appreciative
mail on a regular basis. Here is a very recent letter:
---begin letter
From: [someone]@prodigy.com
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 1998 06:55:57, -0500
Subject: Re: MATTHEW SHEPARD DIED LAST NIGHT
Once again I thankk you for responding to me and for providing me
with so much positive energy. I believe that you are right and that
our time has come. About 10 or 15 years ago I thought just the
opposite...As Aids ravished our family and not only took my love but
many of my friends, I couldn't help but think that the end was near...
after all the thousands of years that homosexuality was around, I
found it horribly ironic and sickening that now that I was here and
it was my time that the walls were caving in ... Today I still miss
all of those beautiful guys that have passed on but it seems that the
virus is at least more under control...Now the focus must be on the
revolution! We have endured this shit for too long and it's time
that we stand up for what is rightfully ours, our freedom to live as
all other human beings live...
I am honored and very very glad to hear that you consider me your
newest Internet friend. I am here for you as well as you so
generally offered to be there for me. Please feel free to write me
at any time if you feel a need to talk or chat ... (I have the
morning news on and they just showed a picture of that fucking float
that was in that Colorado college parade, the scarecrow that someone
wrote in large letters, I'm Gay on its' face and Up My Ass on the
back ... This is fucking making me sick my friend... I cannot
understand how fucking cruel and heartless some people can be!!!
Sorry I got off on that...
It's also very very good to hear that you believe we will meet one
day. That will be fantastic and I'd be up for listening to what you
have to say for hours upon hours, days upon days (unless we have to
sleep for awhile <G>) ... In the meantime I hope we can keep in touch
... I am fascinated and calmed by you and the "angelic forces" that
guide you with your quest... You've referred to your Gay/Faggot Bible
a number of times...Is this in existence?? Am I able to read it? Get
a copy of it? Please let me know if this is possible...if it isn't
then I'll depend on you to share some of it with me from time to time
my friend....I have to run for now...PLEASE keep up the excellent
work my good friend.. I wish you could understand how deeply you have
touched me and how much you ease what I'm feeling inside.......Thank
you very very much my friend!!!!
---end letter
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God's shit doesn't stink, but everyone else's does.
Think about it.
Ezekiel Krahlin
Brandon) wrote:
> Zeke, SHUT THE FUCK UP! You're spamming us with your idiotic, witless,
I found the two original letters of appreciation, I recently
received...here they are:
---begin letters
Date: Tue, 13 Oct 1998 19:42:01, -0500
From: [someone]@prodigy.com
Subject: Re: MATTHEW SHEPARD DIED LAST NIGHT
Ezekiel my dear friend,
Although we don't know each other, I have read many articles which you
have posted regarding the disgusting brutal assault that Mathhew
endured. I find your notes very interesting and soothing to myself as
I try to deal with the wide range of emotions I have been feeling deep
inside myself. I have cried, raged, felt nauseated, wanted immediate
revenge and above all wanted peace which would allow all of us to live
our lives without fear of ridicule or assault.
I read your poems and the main reason I felt I had to write to you was
to thank you and express my deep gratitude for I would be there on
that street corner if it were possible. Your words touched me deep in
my heart and I felt your joy and sadness as I read each one. I too
lost my love a number of years ago and I don't think I'll ever stop
crying out for him at certain times.
Thanks again my friend for helping me emotionally as I try to
understand all that has transpired out of Wyoming over the last week.
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Date: Wed, 14 Oct 1998 07:04:47, -0500
From: [someone]@prodigy.com
Subject: Re: MATTHEW SHEPARD DIED LAST NIGHT
Hello my friend,
I very much appreciate you're getting back to me. I think it is
absolutely beautiful how you consider the well being of your family,
our family so intensely. I truly wish that I could meet you and speak
with you personally, perhaps one day we will. Your spirituality is a
gift and demonstrating and using it to help your brothers, including
myself, is much appreciated by me. You mention some brothers
disapproving of your methods but I for one feel that I can relate to
them much more easily and readily than any others that I have come
across.
You have reached in and massaged my heart and pumped new life into it,
life that at times seems like it's fading or not as bright, especially
after that shit in Wyoming. You are a healer, at least you have
healed a part of me that was in desperate need of healing as I felt I
was approaching the edge of madness. As I read your posted notes, I
truly was feeling every emotion and frustration you described and the
range of emotions was frightening to me. The poems were both sad (I
really can relate and understand how deeply you feel your lover's
loss) and very positive searching for the goodness that we all know or
at least hope is out there.
I'm not sure if I expressed myself as well as you do Ezekiel but I
trust you followed me I thank you again my dear friend and hope that
maybe we can chat some more.
---end letters
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God's shit doesn't stink, but everyone else's does.
Think about it.