====== BTG XLII ======

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[[btg-xli|BTG XLI]] <=> [[btg-xliii|BTG XLIII]]

XLII. Beelzebub in America (pgs. [[..:btg1950p:b918|B918]] - [[..:btg1950p:b1054|B1054]])

Chapitre 42 Belzébuth en Amérique

Capítulo 42 Belzebu na América


- Beelzebub shares his observations of contemporary American society, particularly focusing on their obsession with wealth and the ‘dollar business’, which dominates their lives and influences their values.

- He notes that the native population relies heavily on professionals from other continents for essential services, leading to a precarious existence where their society could collapse without outside help.

- The prohibition of alcohol has resulted in clandestine consumption, showcasing the lengths to which people will go to satisfy their desires, reflecting a deeper societal hypocrisy.

- Beelzebub observes widespread health issues, such as digestive problems and impotence among Americans, which he attributes to poor dietary choices and lifestyle habits.

- He critiques the superficial values of American society, where external appearances and material possessions overshadow deeper moral and ethical considerations.

- Beelzebub contrasts American customs with those of other cultures, highlighting rituals such as circumcision and ablution in Islamic culture that promote hygiene and morality.

- He discusses the detrimental effects of contemporary education on children, which neglects to address topics of sexuality and morality, leading to widespread issues like onanism.

- He points out that many good customs in religions have been lost or corrupted over time, particularly in Christianity, due to a lack of adherence to original teachings that emphasized health and morality.