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XLIII. Beelzebub’s Survey of the Process of the Periodic Reciprocal Destruction of Men, or Beelzebub’s Opinion of War (pgs. B1055 - B1118)
Chapitre 43 Belzébuth expose ses vises sur le processus périodique de destruction mutuelle des hommes
Capítulo 43 A pesquisa de Belzebu do processo da recíproca destruição periódica dos homens, ou a opinião de Belzebu sobre a guerra.
Beelzebub’s Tales to His Grandson [BTG - capítulos] 1950“]
- B discusses the peculiar and horrifying tendency of three-brained beings on Earth to engage in periodic reciprocal destruction, a trait deeply embedded in their psyche, leading to suffering and chaos.
- Three-Brained Beings beings possess a unique psyche that includes automatic reasoning, yet they often fail to reflect on their destructive tendencies, resulting in a lack of awareness regarding the horrors of their actions.
- The education system for these beings is described as maleficent, fostering qualities like egoism and vanity, which hinder their ability to reflect critically and act responsibly.
- Although some three-brained beings do contemplate the horror of their destructive nature, their insights rarely lead to meaningful action due to societal isolation and the absence of collective organization.
- Historical attempts to form societies aimed at reducing violence and promoting peace, such as the ‘League of Nations,’ have repeatedly failed due to ingrained self-interest and the inability to transcend personal motives.
- Nature adapts to the destructive behavior of these beings by compensating for excess deaths with increased births of other life forms, demonstrating a cosmic balance amidst chaos.
- The lack of a unified conscience among power-possessing beings undermines their ability to enact positive change, as they often prioritize personal gain over collective welfare.
- B suggests that genuine change may only come through future generations, emphasizing the importance of addressing the detrimental norms ingrained by abnormal education and societal structures.
Beelzebub’s Tales to His Grandson [BTG - capítulos] 1931”]
- Beelzebub explains that the beings on Earth possess a unique peculiarity that leads them to engage in mutual destruction despite their logical reasoning capabilities. This contradiction is cited as the key reason for the absurdities present in their existence.
- Although some Earth beings recognize the horror of their destructive tendencies, the lack of a cohesive planetary organization and the isolating nature of their individual consciousness preclude any actionable solutions from arising from their insights.
- Earth beings can only think realistically when their basic needs are met. The inability of the majority to achieve this satiation leads to a scarcity of sincere thought and the prevalence of superficial concerns.
- Those deemed important and powerful on Earth, who could enact change, are often the least likely to do so due to self-serving motivations and the desire to maintain their status. Their introspection rarely translates into real action against societal evils.
- Numerous societies, including the League of Nations and others throughout history, have formed to address the issue of mutual destruction but have repeatedly failed. This cycle is attributed to inadequate leadership and the selfish agendas of influential individuals who dilute the intentions behind such movements.
- Hassein expresses despair over the conditions of Earth beings trapped in a cycle of destruction and questions the notion of cosmic justice. Beelzebub reassures him that potential salvation lies in time, guided only by beings of higher reason or exceptional cosmic events.
- B frames Earth beings as often engaging in self-deception, particularly through the lens of their perceived intellect, and highlights the tendency to project their shortcomings onto others. This flawed self-perception exacerbates their existing societal and psychological issues.