Let's Be Clear on the Difference Between Angels and Demons | Jonathan Pageau

Summary

The speaker discusses the Queen of Heaven in the Book of Jeremiah and her relation to the Mother of God, Mary. He explains that while ancient hierarchies of gods existed, these were meant to serve God's will but later rebelled. Mary, however, fulfills the Queen of Heaven role by offering worship to God, unlike the rebellious gods who sought power for themselves. The speaker emphasizes that Mary's role is not idolatry but a proper participation in the divine order, where honor is directed upwards to God.

Takeaways

• 📜 Christianity is a non-dual religion where Christ offers a way for all things to be saved.
• 👑 The 'Queen of Heaven' mentioned in the book of Jeremiah is distinct from the Mother of God (Mary) in Christian theology.
• 🛡️ God originally established a hierarchy of guardians or principalities to manage the world according to His will.
• ⚔️ These principalities rebelled against God, taking power and worship for themselves, which is condemned by the prophet.
• 🏰 The analogy of generals and aristocrats illustrates how these rebellious entities took power for themselves instead of serving the higher divine order.
• 🙏 Mary, the Mother of God, is a proper example of the 'Queen of Heaven' as she always directs honor and worship to God, never keeping it for herself.
• 🎨 Icons of Mary depict her in prayer and worship, emphasizing her role as one who elevates worship to God.
• 🕊️ The concept of the divine council is being reinstated through the saints and the faithful, who are called to rule with Christ.
• ⚖️ The patterns and titles of ancient pagan gods are not necessarily wrong but are fulfilled properly in Christian saints who serve and worship God.
• 🛡️ St. Michael, as the commander of God's army, is an example of a figure who offers his service and worship to God, unlike the rebellious entities who misuse their power.

Q & A

What is the relationship between the Queen of Heaven in the Book of Jeremiah and the Mother of God in Christianity?

The Queen of Heaven in the Book of Jeremiah represents a rebellious figure who seeks worship and power for herself, contrary to God's will. In contrast, the Mother of God (Mary) in Christianity fulfills a similar role in a righteous way by offering all honor and worship to God, thus embodying the proper function of a divine intermediary.

How does the concept of non-duality relate to the discussion of the Queen of Heaven and Mary?

The speaker emphasizes that Christianity is non-dual, meaning that everything is ultimately reconciled through Christ. Mary, as the Queen of Heaven, participates in this non-duality by directing all honor and worship upward to God, rather than keeping it for herself, which aligns with the non-dual nature of Christianity.

What does the speaker mean by the 'hierarchies of gods' and how does it relate to Christian theology?

The 'hierarchies of gods' refer to the guardians or principalities that God originally established to manage the world according to His will. However, these beings rebelled, seeking worship and power for themselves. In Christian theology, this rebellion contrasts with the proper order, where beings like Mary direct all worship and honor to God, thus participating in the divine hierarchy correctly.

Can you explain the analogy of generals and aristocrats in relation to the principalities and powers?

The analogy compares the principalities and powers to generals and aristocrats in a kingdom. These figures are supposed to execute the will of the emperor (God) but some rebel, seeking power and worship for themselves. This rebellion mirrors the actions of the principalities who sought to usurp God's authority.

How does Mary, the Mother of God, differ from the rebellious principalities in the speaker's explanation?

Mary differs from the rebellious principalities by fully submitting to God's will and directing all honor and worship she receives upward to God. Unlike the principalities that sought power for themselves, Mary functions within the divine hierarchy as it was intended, without keeping any honor for herself.

What role do the saints play in the divine hierarchy according to the speaker?

The saints participate in the divine hierarchy by reigning with Christ and helping to restore the proper order, where all worship and honor is directed toward God. This reinstates the original divine council that was corrupted by the rebellion of the principalities.

Why does the speaker believe that the titles of ancient pagan gods are not necessarily wrong?

The speaker suggests that the titles of ancient pagan gods are not wrong in themselves but were misused when the beings associated with them sought to keep worship and power for themselves. In Christian thought, similar titles can be applied to figures like saints or angels, provided they direct all honor to God.

How does the speaker use the example of Saint Michael to explain the proper use of power in the divine hierarchy?

Saint Michael, as the commander of God's army, is compared to the pagan god of war. However, unlike the pagan god, Saint Michael is subject to God and uses his power in service and worship of the infinite God, rather than for his own gain. This illustrates the proper use of power in the divine hierarchy.

What does the speaker mean by 'offering it up higher' in relation to Mary?

'Offering it up higher' refers to Mary's practice of directing any honor or worship she receives toward God. This act of offering ensures that the honor does not stop with her but is passed on to the highest authority, God Himself.

Why does the speaker mention medieval Marian miracles in relation to the Queen of Heaven?

The speaker acknowledges that some aspects of medieval Marian miracles might resemble the practices condemned by the prophet Jeremiah. However, the key difference is that Mary, as the Queen of Heaven, does not keep any honor for herself but directs it all to God, thus maintaining the proper divine order.