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The rainbow is the symbol of my faith. In the name of diversity, whatnot and inclusivity, please stop using it to celebrate sodomy and castration. Noahides are Gentiles who affirm the truth of Judaism (like Newton). The following is a thumbnail sketch. I apologize for the length and links, but it’s important that the precise nature of this complaint is understood. It has nothing to do with hatred or bigotry.
The Torah is a Revelation from G-d. This is not based on faith: G-d’s existence can be demonstrated, and the historicity of the Sinai Revelation is a function of the Kuzari Principle (the eyewitness testimony of a nation). There is exponentially better evidence for Judaism than any other worldview. It’s helpful not to think of it as a “religion.” It’s the universe we inhabit.
The TaNaKh (“Old Testament”) is divided into three sections. The most important is the Torah (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy). Only the Torah was written by G-d. Moses was His stenographer. It was originally written before Creation, in “letters of black fire on a scroll of white fire.” It’s the DNA of reality.
The Nevi’im (Prophets) were written by human beings under the spirit of Nevu’ah (prophecy). They are not equal to the Torah and do not change it. The Ketuvim (Writings or Hagiographa) is a step below the Prophets. It was written under Ruach HaKodesh (Divine inspiration). The Nevi’im and Ketuvim were canonized by the Men of the Great Assembly and are only in the TaNaKh until Mashiach comes.
The “upshot” is that Jews have 613 Commandments. Gentiles are obligated to observe the Seven Laws of Noah. Conversion is not required. This is the position of Orthodox Judaism. This is the position of the G-d who created and sustains the universe, the Holy One, Blessed be He. Views to the contrary, both secular and religious, are mistaken. In the Messianic Era all of mankind will know this. May it come soon.
The pride flag appropriates the symbol of an Everlasting Covenant, a sign of G-d’s mercy, symbol of the Noahide Laws. For thousands of years, to billions of people (mostly Christians), the rainbow represented a Divine promise, not what pride celebrations ascribe to it (since 1978). Upon seeing a rainbow, Orthodox Jews pray:
A rainbow pattern veiled the Tabernacle. Ezekiel described the glory of G-d as “Like the appearance of the rainbow that is in the cloud on a rainy day.” This is why the Talmud warns against staring at them. In the Zohar it is written that a rainbow illuminating the world will appear before Mashiach comes. Rainbows are ubiquitous in Noahide writings. (And the increasing number of Noahides is the fulfillment of prophecies. Maimonides wrote that a special Providence protects us.)
Whether consciously or not, this organization is committed to the inaccuracy of Judaism and Western monotheism: the rainbow symbolizes a promise from Almighty G-d. It is neither frivolous nor celebratory. This has become a hostile environment for Torah-observant employees, Christians, and Muslims. How many are too intimidated to complain? I bear witness before HaShem, the King of kings, the True Judge, this is evil.
Any harassment policy forbids ridicule, insult and other offensive conduct. Consequently, stop using rainbow symbolism like this. I normally don’t proselytize or criticize other worldviews. I ask the same of others. The extent to which organizations can remain free of theology is hard to overstate. Expecting me to recognize pride celebrations as anything other than idolatrous, blasphemous pagan ceremonies constitutes an illegal nullification of my faith. We can't both be right. True inclusivity would require neutrality.
The endpoint of human history will not be diversity, whatnot and inclusion. Mankind's telos is a worldwide Torah Theocracy characterized by peace and universal knowledge of the One True G-d. May it begin immediately.
The organization has been a tremendous conduit of chesed (loving kindness). Keep it that way. If you're against evil, obey HaShem. If you're opposed to HaShem, YOU are evil.
Petronius Jablonski, Gonzo Noahide
There Are Six Illicit Relations for Noahides (see part 5)
Talmudic Perspectives on Gender