As someone who LOVES combat sports, I often wonder about this idea of relishing violence and those who partake in it as a livelihood. It seems to me that there is something innate about many of us (human beings in general) that wants to seek physical domination over others, be capable of it, or at the very least witness those who are best at it though we fear and loathe the results of it. I think about fighters who deliver a brutal knockout and immediately bow to their opponents or even begin praying for them in the ring. Many times they seem visibly concerned by what they have done. It is a tricky business to be a part of, it seems.
I wonder, too, about Matthew 11:12, "From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and men of violence take it by force."
As someone who LOVES combat sports, I often wonder about this idea of relishing violence and those who partake in it as a livelihood. It seems to me that there is something innate about many of us (human beings in general) that wants to seek physical domination over others, be capable of it, or at the very least witness those who are best at it though we fear and loathe the results of it. I think about fighters who deliver a brutal knockout and immediately bow to their opponents or even begin praying for them in the ring. Many times they seem visibly concerned by what they have done. It is a tricky business to be a part of, it seems.
I wonder, too, about Matthew 11:12, "From the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven has suffered violence, and men of violence take it by force."
Very interesting! Much to think about!