“Ten Contemporary Dharma Warriors: (7) Maria Wirth”, Hindu Dvesha, January 23, 2024:
“In the global discourse on dharma, several voices from diverse corners of the world passionately champion India, celebrate its vibrant culture, and uphold the principles of truth, all while safeguarding the essence of Sanatan dharma. Among these, Maria Wirth emerges as a distinctive individual who genuinely articulates her pro-India and pro-Hindu perspectives across various platforms.
Maria’s journey began in a German Catholic family, where she was raised in the Christian faith. In one of her interviews with Shefali Vaidya, she relives her childhood, recounting how she was brainwashed into believing the Christian dogma and how the Church controlled the worldview of young Christians in Germany in the 50s.[1] Growing up in a conservative household during an era marked by significant scientific strides, Maria had recurring dreams of news anchors proclaiming the discovery of scientific proof for the existence of God. Reflecting on the dogmatic beliefs inherent in Christianity, she recalls grappling with the paradox of a punitive God who, at the age of nine, she believed would condemn her to hell for missing Sunday Mass. The looming fear of hellfire intensified if she were to meet her demise before confessing to the priest.
The turning point arrived when Maria’s sister, influenced by her atheist husband, renounced their shared religion. This pivotal incident prompted Maria to confront uncomfortable questions about religion, particularly the notion of a jealous and vindictive God condemning non-Christians to hell. Drawing parallels with Voltaire’s struggles to introduce secularism, Maria delved into a deeper exploration of the societal impact of religious beliefs…..”
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