A LIGHT SHINING IN THE DARKNESS
JADEISM
(Pronounced: Jah-DAY-ism)
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A member of JADEISM is called
a JADEIST
(Pronounced: JAH-dee-ist)
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BASIC HISTORY
An Ideological Discipline formulated in 1990 by Anthony Ray King (aka Jauaz LeJade, aka THE JADEIST), as a hybrid variation of Deism (belief in the inborn apprehension of theological knowledge acquired by the use of reason), with the rejection of external supernatural revelation and intervention.
CLASSIFICATION
Didactic. Spiritual Enlightenment and Advanced Bible Study (Historical Science).
ORIENTATION
Free Thought, Self-Autonomy, and Self-Perfection.
THEOLOGY
Old Testament God Jah (Egyptian Iah ) as transcendental force manifested in Universal Laws of Nature; Jah as Immanent Force when these laws (to the extent of individual potential) are comprehended and applied to daily life. Jadeism reconciles Deism's Transcendental concept of God with the Orthodox Christian view of Immanence (= Trans-Immanence).
The Immanent aspect of God [i.e., the 'Image' of God (Gen 1:26-27)] is considered inherent in human nature and manifested by man's inborn ability to deduce the existence of God and his relationship to God. Belief in this inborn ability is further predicated upon the Gospel of John: "In the beginning was The Word ... and The Word was God" (Jo. 1:1); "In Him was life, and the life was THE LIGHT of men." (Jo. 1:4).
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The Jadeists trace the origin of this philosophical concept, via the Greeks [spec. Heraclitus' Logos], to Memphis, Egypt. (Also see JEPHTHAH). We attribute its preservation to Shabaka, the Cushite Pharaoh of the 25th Dynasty. The medium of its preservation is, to us, "The Stone that has become the head of the corner.".
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Jadeism understands 'Word' to be an English translation of the Greek 'Logos', the etymology of which is elucidated in the following manners: < Gk logos a word, speech, discourse, proportion, RATIO, n. der. of legein to choose, gather, speak.
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Reason is etymologically presented thus: ME resun, reisum (n.) < OF reisun, reson, < L. rationem, acc. of RATIO reckoning, REASON. Or, more specifically, the ability to apply LOGIC. ( A Jadeistic application of Ratio & Proportion is demonstrated with KING'S PARADIGM ).
We therefore conclude that The Word, i.e., The Logos, may also be interpreted as REASON, the natural human ability for rational thought.
"...And REASON is A Master Builder."
(Aristotle, Politics )
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For the Jadeist, supernatural revelation becomes possible through inspired and creative thought. "I AM THAT I AM" (Ex 3:14). Why not, then, "COGITO, ERGO SUM" (I THINK THEREFORE I AM )? (Contemplate Proverbs 23:7, and remember where you were first made)!
By equating Jah with The Word, Jah is ultimately the source of every conceivable phenomena: THE ALL! (Ref. The KABYLION ). Everything inevitably emanates, evolves, or is created from the essence of Jah. What a Jadeist calls Nature is but a physical manifestation of Jah. Including the Jadeist him/her-self. And because we exist as man and woman it would be illogical to conceive the existence of a God without the equal existence of a GodDESS. Therefore Jadeism espouses equality of the sexes, and reject the entire story of Adam and Eve, along with the subsequent Doctrine of Original Sin, as nothing more than myth and religious dogma. WE DO NOT HOLD WOMAN-KIND RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MORTALITY OF MAN-KIND OR ANY OTHER KIND OF THE HUMAN RACE!!!!! (In fact, it can be proven that, in most ancient times, the exact opposite view was held).
We also do not subscribe to a creation c. 5500 BC - 3761 BC, as per LXX, Masoretic , AKJV, or Jewish Calendar reckoning. Neither do we believe in Noah and the flood, or a mass Exodus from Egypt led by a Levite Hebrew named Moses.
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GOVERNANCE
Inherited Sovereign Ministry. We are not accountable to any mortal religious authority. (Note: Absolutely NO Affiliation With The Sovereign Citizen Movement)!
STRUCTURE
Centralized Non-Hierarchic Enclaves.
REGION
Worldwide.
HEADQUARTERS
Ridgeland, S.C. United States of America.
ORIGIN
Somers, CT.
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MISSION
To Make BAD Ones Just As Good!
REQUIREMENTS FOR MEMBERSHIP
1. Proof of identity.
2. High school diploma/GED or higher.
3. Alcohol free.
4. Drug free (medical prescriptions the only exceptions).
5. Nicotine free.
6. A vegetarian.
7. A monthly 3-day fast (during the waxing, full, and waning phases of the moon) for a mandatory one-year probationary period, to demonstrate willpower and self-discipline.
​We do not proselytize or send out missionaries. There could very well be other persons who refer to themselves as Jadeists, and even have email addresses such as TheJadeist@gmail.com or Jadeist@gmail.com, but that doesn't mean they are members of this movement. If anyone does tell you they are a Jadeist and a member of this particular movement, you are cautioned to verify it first through this official site or at:
We solicit for donations from this site only!
Since Jade Temple equally stresses the importance of cleanliness, it reserves the prerogative to exclude from membership, or physical fellowship, those persons who neglect a daily upkeep of their personal hygiene. Nor does Jade Temple tolerate the presence of those people who have no respect for the natural environment or the personal properties constructed therein. Littering and graffiti are strictly prohibited!
SPIRITUAL PRACTICES
1. A daily observance of at least one hour in isolated and silent self-contemplation.
2. Honoring Monday as a sacred day consecrated to study, worship, and charitable works.
3. Our official holidays are St. John the Baptist (June 24th) and St. John the Evangelist (December 27th). The attached Change Sheet from Petersburg Federal Prison documents myself as the 1st celebrant of our 1st official holiday. Here, too, my 071 status is verified.
Other days equally special to us are Valentine's Day (Feb 14 --- which is also the birthday of Jezebel Jade!); International Women's Day (Mar 8); May 9th (in honor of Bonnie Raines); International Whores' Day (Jun 2); and Woman's Equality Day (Aug 26).
PRIMARY BOOK
The Septuagint. A Jadeistic perspective thereof, with emphasis given to a non-orthodox and/or allegorical interpretation of the Gospels.
JADE TEMPLE is not an external, physical structure, and does not require one as a focal point of Spiritual Fellowship. For "The body is the temple and the spirit of God (or one's Higher Power) dwells within...." (1 Co 3:16). Therefore, Jade Temple constitutes the collective body of members who actually embrace and practice Jadeism). All who are interested in knowing more about it are encouraged to forward their enquiries, regardless of race, ethnicity, social status, or personal creed (Atheists included. For we swear not upon the name of any God, since our word is bond enough).
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Lately, curiosity has provoked many to wonder how Jade temple can exist without being a physical structure that can be accessed and occupied at some particular place and time. Well, that's one of the greatest mysteries of all, isn't it? How a certain man could say, "If thou will be perfect, go and sell what thou hast and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven; and come and follow me." (Mt. 19:21). Now, we know that the heaven here referred to is not some transcendental region in the celestial hemisphere, because we're told, "...And since the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force." (Mt. 11:12). So it had to be right here on earth. And wherever it was, "...The multitude of them that believed were of ONE heart and of ONE soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things in common." (Acts 4:32).
Predators will prey upon the game, but they can't stalk what they can't see. Therefore, we are nowhere, yet everywhere. And though you can't see us, we can see you! Otherwise, as a legal corporate entity, Jade Temple has a registered physical address. You want "In" to Jade Temple, you go through that address first.
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People are also perplexed by the catch-22 of all times: How does one sacrifice all their possessions yet become richer in the process? To them I reply: Have you not analyzed the modus operandi of the Knights Templar?
​​Prior to becoming a Jadeist, most members were "locked up" (like the prisoner in Plato's Allegorical Cave). But, since then having acquired Gnosis, are now "locked in " (The Enclave). A formal assembly of Jadeists presided over by a Minister is called a Court; the male attendants are called Courtiers; the females, Courtesans. Non-Jadeist Attendees comprise Emissaries, Honorary Aspirants and Liaisons.
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HOW WOMEN QUALIFY FOR
HONORARY RECOGNITION?
By Following The Exemplary Examples
Of Those Dedicated To Their Calling.
Women Like Maggie McNeill,
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And to the so-called Christians who seem constantly appalled at my predilection for quote, "whores", unquote. I remind them: If it weren't for Sarah (Gen. 12:11-16); Tamar (Gen 38:13-24); Rahab the harlot (Josh. 3:1; Ruth 4:2; Mt. 1:5); and The Sinful Woman [Mary Magdalene? (Lu. 7:36-39; John 20:1-2)], you might not have had any FAITH at all!
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WE ARE ONE!