Men of Fame Today

Today, gods and demigods no longer walk the earth. Nevertheless, violence abounds. Today's men of fame are glorified in books, movies, television, and music.  Far be it from them to turn the other cheek, to love their enemies to seek peace, to forgive, or to walk away from violence.  (Matthew 5:39, 44; Romans 12:17; Ephesians 4:32; 1 Peter 3:11) Instead, modern-day mighty ones are admired for their strength and for their ability to fight, to avenge themselves, and  to counter violence with superior violence. 

God's view of such ones has not changed since the day of Noah. Jehovah does not admire lovers of violence, nor is he entertained by their exploits.  The psalmist sang:  "Jehovah himself examines the righteous one as well as the wicked one, and anyone loving violence His soul certainly hates. -Psalm 11:5. 

Next time: A Different Kind of Strength

From the Watchtower magazine, 2000