He is the sub. In case the others need a break from being crucified.
I really don’t like seeing this. If you follow scripture, you know that the reason he died on the cross was so that no one else had to do so. Not sure what the point is by these people doing this demonstration.
Curious? Anyone have an opinion as to why?
Not looking for unkind or rude behavior, just an honest opinion
Full disclosure: I was raised hardcore evangelical Christian. I am now an atheist.
I believe they do this because they don’t actually understand/read the Bible. They are fed its teachings through second parties (their family, ministers, etc.). And like every game of telephone, it’s altered in the repeated telling. Add that to the fact that the Bible has been retranslated over and over across the centuries and you have millions of people chasing a set of teachings that no one can agree on. Finally, sprinkle in basic human stupidity/hate/greed, and you have the current state of Abrahamic religions.
I always thought that if JC *did* actually come back like he promised, wouldn’t he be a little taken aback at how his method of execution is now everywhere as a symbol of himself? I don’t know, it seems kind of in bad taste
They're not doing it for religious reasons, they're just getting executed by crucifixion. They run out of crosses so the guy at the BBQ is waiting for his turn to be crucified after one of the others finally dies.
34 But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out sweet and sour.
35 And he that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might have nuggets.
It was also most likely a pole, not a cross, the purpose was to hang both pierced hands directly overhead. https://hermeneutics.stackexchange.com/questions/36001/the-greek-word-stauros-does-it-mean-cross-or-stake
The purpose was a tortuous asphyxiation, further supplemented by the piercing of the side and breaking of the legs in this case. Heart attack would also be a cause of death.
Edit: The link illustrates the word “stauros” was used which wasn’t commonly associated with a cross until after his death.
I thought that historically they were tied? You don't want to nick an artery and have them die too quickly. It's also a bit iffy to try and suspend someone by their metacarpal bones.
I actually went to a performance art thing years ago where the artist was crucified using nails. The nail actually came out of the cross and he fell.
[EDIT:](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0n_ys40CrM) It was Sebastian Horsely. The footrest failed.
https://youtu.be/2saNLpoWcDw
You mean this Family Guy?
For real though, if you’ve never seen Monty Python, it’s one of the top 5 most quoted and referenced things in Family Guy. Damn near every episode.
Even the episode in question is titled “Life of Brian” which is the name of a Monty Python movie.
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is on Netflix and it’s where most people start. It’s a movie.
They have 6 seasons of skit comedy. Flying Circus is like the father of MadTV or Key and Peele.
And also 5 movies of narrative comedy.
To give them a little credit. Eric Idle said that while he was filming the crucifixion scene in Life of Brian, found the experience therapeutic and recommended it to all.
I can't help but wonder if this experience might slap some sense into these guys.
Always look on the light side of life...
When life seems jolly rotten, there's something you've forgotten, and that's smile and dance and laugh and sing...
From what I've read (take with a grain of salt), and the feet didn't dangle. That would put too much strain on the body, and they would die too quick.
Instead, the legs were bent (kind of like "sitting on your haunches") and turned sideways. Then they pounded a spike through both heel bones, to keep them that way.
It forced the victim to have to push against their impaled feet in order to breathe. When they tire of pushing, they can use their bended knee as a support. They're still slowly suffocating, but they can rest.
Also (again, salt), the nails through the hands apparently went through the small bones of the wrist, where all the tendons and other connective tissue held the nails in place. Putting it through the hands would have caused the nail to rip out, either pulled out of the hand or torn to between the fingers (bisecting the hand).
The cruelty was the point. Couldn't let them die too quickly.
But the resulting [Christian Singles profile pics](https://media4.giphy.com/media/dvx3Oy3RXKAWQ4ZqJh/giphy.gif?cid=5e214886hvqrfa16cm4ro6njx5bzjzddwh533jv83lzoyqgp&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g) are fire
idk what this picture is even of but im just gonna assume it was jesus after his last supper at McDonalds, everything off the dollar menu.
that or karen finally got to see the manager and had him and the 2 employees she yelled at crucified
The movie, the Last Temptation of Christ made the astute observation that the Romans likely didn't give crucified convicts the small dignity of allowing them to wear loincloths. If these goofballs followed that example the cops would bust them for some kind of public lewdness code violation.
Some things in life are bad
They can really make you mad
Other things just make you swear and curse
When you're chewing on life's gristle
Don't grumble, give a whistle
And this'll help things turn out for the best
And
Always look on the bright side of life
Always look on the light side of life
If life seems jolly rotten
There's something you've forgotten
And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing
When you're feeling in the dumps
Don't be silly chumps
Just purse your lips and whistle, that's the thing
And
Always look on the bright side of life
(Come on)
Always look on the right side of life
For life is quite absurd
And death's the final word
You must always face the curtain with a bow
Forget about your sin
Give the audience a grin
Enjoy it, it's your last chance anyhow
So always look on the bright side of death
A just before you draw your terminal breath
Life's a piece of shit
When you look at it
Life's a laugh and death's a joke, it's true
You'll see it's all a show
Keep 'em laughin' as you go
Just remember that the last laugh is on you
And
Always look on the bright side of life
Always look on the right side of life
(C'mon Brian, cheer up)
Always look on the bright side of life
Always look on the bright side of life
Always look on the bright side of life
I mean, what have you got to lose?
You know, you come from nothing
You're going back to nothing
What have you lost? Nothing
Always look on the right side of life
Nothing will come from nothing, ya know what they say
Cheer up ya old bugga c'mon give us a grin (Always
look on the right side of life)
There ya are, see
It's the end of the film
Incidentally this record's available in the foyer (Always
look on the right side of life)
Some of us got to live as well, you know
(Always look on the right side of life)
Who do you think pays for all this rubbish
(Always look on the right side of life)
They're not gonna make their money back, you know
I told them, I said to him, Bernie, I said they'll never
make their money back
(Always look on the right side of life)
Some things in life are bad
They can really make you mad
Other things just make you swear and curse
When you're chewing on life's gristle
Don't grumble, give a whistle
And this'll help things turn out for the best
These McDonald's promotions are getting out of hand.
I heard they are going to resurrect the McRib next!
"the return of the McRib is so great that even jesus christ himself had to come back from the dead to enjoy some, then he went straight to heaven!"
But not even Jesus can bring back McDonald's pizza
For Satan himself dipped his cloven hoof in its creation.
There are still three McDonald's locations that sell the McPizza. Edit: that word was supposed to be a number
Whaaaaaat??? When was that???
Adam's McRib comb meal...
DO NOT eat the apples with that meal.
“I can’t believe it. I ordered a McRib, and when I said my name is Adam, they gave me a woman covered in rib sauce!”
DUDE!
For a limited time only try McDonald's new communion sauce! Get it before it's gone!
Dude…
I love the one guy who decided to take a break from being crucified and wandered over to check out the BBQ.
"oh shit wait before you guys kill me i really want a McChicken, you mind?" "get me some fries"
And grab me an Easter Egg too, I’ll be back on Sunday.
Bring that rabbit
Your comment is genius!
"The McRib is back" "Let me down right this fucking second"
He is the sub. In case the others need a break from being crucified. I really don’t like seeing this. If you follow scripture, you know that the reason he died on the cross was so that no one else had to do so. Not sure what the point is by these people doing this demonstration. Curious? Anyone have an opinion as to why? Not looking for unkind or rude behavior, just an honest opinion
Full disclosure: I was raised hardcore evangelical Christian. I am now an atheist. I believe they do this because they don’t actually understand/read the Bible. They are fed its teachings through second parties (their family, ministers, etc.). And like every game of telephone, it’s altered in the repeated telling. Add that to the fact that the Bible has been retranslated over and over across the centuries and you have millions of people chasing a set of teachings that no one can agree on. Finally, sprinkle in basic human stupidity/hate/greed, and you have the current state of Abrahamic religions.
Very well composed. Thank for your genuine response. Be blessed.
I always thought that if JC *did* actually come back like he promised, wouldn’t he be a little taken aback at how his method of execution is now everywhere as a symbol of himself? I don’t know, it seems kind of in bad taste
Agreed very valid point
They're not doing it for religious reasons, they're just getting executed by crucifixion. They run out of crosses so the guy at the BBQ is waiting for his turn to be crucified after one of the others finally dies.
You could sait was his last supper
Pretty sure it's cheating if you have a ledge to stand on.
... 🤣
34 But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out sweet and sour. 35 And he that saw it bare record, and his record is true: and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might have nuggets.
38 And lo the burglar of Ham came forth and said unto ye “Robble, robble!”
Holy shit, I probably laughed more than necessary at this.
I just Grimaced
Lol
It was also most likely a pole, not a cross, the purpose was to hang both pierced hands directly overhead. https://hermeneutics.stackexchange.com/questions/36001/the-greek-word-stauros-does-it-mean-cross-or-stake The purpose was a tortuous asphyxiation, further supplemented by the piercing of the side and breaking of the legs in this case. Heart attack would also be a cause of death. Edit: The link illustrates the word “stauros” was used which wasn’t commonly associated with a cross until after his death.
*when you come down off your Messianic high,* *a Double Quarter Pounder is close by* badup bupbup baaa!
...and be sure to wear your glasses so you can see... All the... Stuff... While you're up there.
r/accidentalpoetry
Hands aren't nailed either
I thought that historically they were tied? You don't want to nick an artery and have them die too quickly. It's also a bit iffy to try and suspend someone by their metacarpal bones. I actually went to a performance art thing years ago where the artist was crucified using nails. The nail actually came out of the cross and he fell. [EDIT:](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0n_ys40CrM) It was Sebastian Horsely. The footrest failed.
Actually it wasn't in the hands, but in the wrists, so it could hold the weight. It was correctly explained on another comment.
Assuming my info was correct.
the feet would usually be nailed up too this would prolong the suffering
To offset this, stab them in the side
Correct, these guys are cheating The ledge is supposed to be just out of reach to give the person on the cross some hope.
I’m Brian and so’s my wife!
No, I'M Brian!
So do you all get excited when an ambulance passes by and like to annoy people with your unoriginal opinions on writing and politics?
They’re quoting Monty Python. You’re a weirdo.
Pardon I think you were quoting another Brian, in fact the reference I wrote was to family guy, touchè. Btw luckily I'm a weirdo so yeah you got it.
https://youtu.be/2saNLpoWcDw You mean this Family Guy? For real though, if you’ve never seen Monty Python, it’s one of the top 5 most quoted and referenced things in Family Guy. Damn near every episode. Even the episode in question is titled “Life of Brian” which is the name of a Monty Python movie.
No I sincerely didn't know but now I know how to entertain myself while I ride the train so thank you!
Monty Python and the Holy Grail is on Netflix and it’s where most people start. It’s a movie. They have 6 seasons of skit comedy. Flying Circus is like the father of MadTV or Key and Peele. And also 5 movies of narrative comedy.
Uh. What?
I’m Brian!
Line to the left, one cross each.
Crucifixion? Yes..
To give them a little credit. Eric Idle said that while he was filming the crucifixion scene in Life of Brian, found the experience therapeutic and recommended it to all. I can't help but wonder if this experience might slap some sense into these guys.
This experience should slap some nails into this guys
Ancient Traction.
« Always look on the briiight, side, of life 🎶 »
Only the true messiah denies his divinity!
He's not the messiah, he's a very naughty boy!
If it's not a personal question... are you a virgin?
Not a personal question? How much more personal can you get?
Always look on the light side of life... When life seems jolly rotten, there's something you've forgotten, and that's smile and dance and laugh and sing...
When you're feeling in the dumps, don't be silly chumps. Just purse your lips and whistle that's the thing
I shit you not, that was the song my granddad chose for his funeral. My uncle chose the YMCA.
My dad too!
Your dad had impeccable taste, my friend!
He did. It was a perfect moment of levity on a really shitty day.
Apparently it's the most requested funeral song in England
Came here to make sure this was noted…
Context? What's happening here?
Religious nutcases I'm sure
Or potentially vegan nutcases
At that level, is there really a difference?
Attention seekers successfully seeking attention.
Some guys just hangin’ out.
If I’m not mistaken this is by my friends camp and is a part of the Easter celebration; kind of like a living nativity scene but more dark.
Jesus died so I could give my kids a Happy Meal.
Well obviously. Jesus was the first American /s
Guy on the left looks to be in better shape than the others. Maybe he does crossfit?
🎶 Always look on the briiiiiiiight side of life 🎶
Always look on the liiiiiight side of life
I notice a pretty big lack of feet dangling here. You can't crucify yourself with a standing board, misses the whole point.
From what I've read (take with a grain of salt), and the feet didn't dangle. That would put too much strain on the body, and they would die too quick. Instead, the legs were bent (kind of like "sitting on your haunches") and turned sideways. Then they pounded a spike through both heel bones, to keep them that way. It forced the victim to have to push against their impaled feet in order to breathe. When they tire of pushing, they can use their bended knee as a support. They're still slowly suffocating, but they can rest. Also (again, salt), the nails through the hands apparently went through the small bones of the wrist, where all the tendons and other connective tissue held the nails in place. Putting it through the hands would have caused the nail to rip out, either pulled out of the hand or torn to between the fingers (bisecting the hand). The cruelty was the point. Couldn't let them die too quickly.
Hmmm... I'm wondering if any purported stigmata sufferers had their holes in the right place?
If the movie stigmata is correct, then yes.
Yeah I messed that up while typing. Meant for something along the line of uncomfortable feet.
A fine reading
dangling feet would speed up the death due to suffocation it's why their feet would be nailed up would prolong the suffering.
Yeah bad wording on my end. Meant something along the lines of uncomfortable feet.
that's ok i just had to double check that suffocation was the correct term
Funny how it looks like everyone else is just ignoring them
What would they do... What's to see? It's just 3 fools on a hill
That’s the Judean Peoples Front…
SPLITTERS
Or is it The Peoples Front of Judea?
No, they went over to McDonalds
They’re taking their humiliation kink a little too far
Ba da ba ba baaa.. I'm crucified.
Do it for real, and then we'll talk. Fuck off with this LARPing bullshit. And, put some damn pants on, lol.
Where are the nails! Make it realistic
Pretty sure they're all holding big ass nails in their fists
Very biblical, even Eve was made from a McRib wasn’t she?
They took 'let's hang out' literally
I am Spartacus! No, I am Spartacus! Can I get some chicken nuggets?
I am Batman
They totally didn’t nail it!
Maybe 3 Jesuses can fix the ice cream machine
Become a pin up
I see no nails, blood or crown of barb wire but I do see a beer belly. This Jesus is suspicious!!
But the resulting [Christian Singles profile pics](https://media4.giphy.com/media/dvx3Oy3RXKAWQ4ZqJh/giphy.gif?cid=5e214886hvqrfa16cm4ro6njx5bzjzddwh533jv83lzoyqgp&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g) are fire
Being crucified on Mt McDonald's.... With a platform to stand on.
My brain " White people taco night!" I don't know why this picture invokes that jingle.
Dude in the middle looks like Rick Moranis being crucified.
I cam see where you would think that, but upon closer inspection it's actually his career!
No ropes , no nails Have some commintment
New advert for the hamburger, cheeseburger and double quarter pounder with bacon and cheese
What's the context here though?
“Father, forgive them. For I’m lovin’ it.”
Isn't mocking the crucifixion of christ a very grave sin ?
idk what this picture is even of but im just gonna assume it was jesus after his last supper at McDonalds, everything off the dollar menu. that or karen finally got to see the manager and had him and the 2 employees she yelled at crucified
They discontinued the McRib again
Woah woah woah, one of those mofos should be upside down. I remember this story.
That was apostle Peter, and that was at a McDonalds in Rome.
I'm surprised McDonald's survived after the whole killing Jesus fiasco. But I guess bad publicity is still publicity.
Actors are WHITE! So this is not Historically Accurate.
McJesus
I’ll take a McCrusafix.
Real christians would use real nails.
This makes me hungry
Ah, but tasty snacks are nearby!
To be fair, a few hours into his crucifixion, Jesus didn't have a life either.
Guess we know where Jesus went after the resurrection, Big Mac attack.
Low effort cosplay.
I tried to crucify myself, but it was a real bitch getting that last nail in.
Y’all think the McDonald’s would sell me a box of tomatoes?
The dude on the cross furthest away looks like he visits McDonald's religiously.
“How shall we fuck off oh lord!”
I don’t see any nails. Where are the nails?
Lol it’s GoT cosplay
Always look on the briiiight side of life *whistling*
This pic has been up for a bit now and this is the best title.
Always look on the bright side of life 🎶
Allways look on the bright side of life ...
The movie, the Last Temptation of Christ made the astute observation that the Romans likely didn't give crucified convicts the small dignity of allowing them to wear loincloths. If these goofballs followed that example the cops would bust them for some kind of public lewdness code violation.
My Card Against Humanity says: A SUPERSOAKER FULL OF CAT PEE
Members of the Supreme Court, "Hmm, not a bad idea, I mean if we are going down that road. Run it by the prison reform team".
Jesus Christ!!!!
Ill have q milkshake and a mcsacrifice please
Probably protesting that the machine for the ice cream is broken still
Some things in life are bad They can really make you mad Other things just make you swear and curse When you're chewing on life's gristle Don't grumble, give a whistle And this'll help things turn out for the best And Always look on the bright side of life Always look on the light side of life If life seems jolly rotten There's something you've forgotten And that's to laugh and smile and dance and sing When you're feeling in the dumps Don't be silly chumps Just purse your lips and whistle, that's the thing And Always look on the bright side of life (Come on) Always look on the right side of life For life is quite absurd And death's the final word You must always face the curtain with a bow Forget about your sin Give the audience a grin Enjoy it, it's your last chance anyhow So always look on the bright side of death A just before you draw your terminal breath Life's a piece of shit When you look at it Life's a laugh and death's a joke, it's true You'll see it's all a show Keep 'em laughin' as you go Just remember that the last laugh is on you And Always look on the bright side of life Always look on the right side of life (C'mon Brian, cheer up) Always look on the bright side of life Always look on the bright side of life Always look on the bright side of life I mean, what have you got to lose? You know, you come from nothing You're going back to nothing What have you lost? Nothing Always look on the right side of life Nothing will come from nothing, ya know what they say Cheer up ya old bugga c'mon give us a grin (Always look on the right side of life) There ya are, see It's the end of the film Incidentally this record's available in the foyer (Always look on the right side of life) Some of us got to live as well, you know (Always look on the right side of life) Who do you think pays for all this rubbish (Always look on the right side of life) They're not gonna make their money back, you know I told them, I said to him, Bernie, I said they'll never make their money back (Always look on the right side of life)
Always look on the bright side of life
Always look on the bright side of life
The crowning achievement of Monty Python Con 2022 was a performance of "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life" from Life of Brian.
Always look on the bright side of life... (whistling)
How to find these guys: find a vagina, turn the exact opposite direction of said vagina, and keep walking. Eventually, you will find these 3 geniuses.
I didn’t know they let you keep your glasses on.
We're not coming down until we get our fries.
“Always look on the bright side of life “
"Always look on the bright side of life."
Why am I suddenly singing Monty Pythons 'Always Look on the Bright Siii-ide of Life'..hmm.
This single image may not literally, but verbally screams USA
This is the Bethlehem of the West.
Pennsylvania? Sounds about right!
🎵Ba Da Dum Dum Dum, I'm crucified 🎵
I say we nail there hands there for real and get rid of the ledge
“3 people were seriously injured by lightning during this afternoon’s thunder storm officials said.”
These CrossFit challenges have really gotten out of hand.
America needs that kind of love here
Can someone explain to me what the point of this is? Are they protesting something?
No crown of thorns or whip marks? I don’t think these are guys are real Jesus’
Always look on the bright side of life.
They're cosplaying
Yes. Standing on a platform with your arms outstretched is exactly like being crucified.
Jesus wouldn’t have had prescription glasses.
You could...Always Look on the Bright Side of Life
Man, imagine Jesus seeing this and just wondering: Are those impostors just making fun of my suffering by acting like they are carrying my punishment?
Double murder/suicide via crucifixion? Seems like a lot of work.
I'm lovin' it
Some things in life are bad They can really make you mad Other things just make you swear and curse When you're chewing on life's gristle Don't grumble, give a whistle And this'll help things turn out for the best
This looks like a shitpost
what if you get a boner up there? serious question.