The Redemption of the Original Sin E-Book

Lancar Ida-Bagus

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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

Friends means that it remains far from anomie and underhanded behavior or treason against each other. One should just be ready for another. Belief or disbelief God is irrelevant, because a friend has never come before each closed door. Friendship is especially unconditional support each other and synonymous with human solidarity, even if they do not have time or do not feel in trouble of another. By infidelity and betrayal, people are a bit lost confidence that they had in the other. There are a lot of people who do not dare to enter into a new relationship, afraid of being disappointed again. Life is hard and uninhibited, but true friendship can not simply be replaced. Unity is strength and nature's own, and part of his power, put nature people are already satisfied and are therefore highly regarded by mother nature. Along one, as nature must be the aim of everyone.

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The redemption from original sin

By Gurubesar: Lancar Ida-Bagus

Author:Lancar Ida-BagusGurubesar / Professor / Priest / Heir and Superior of the Vishnuh-Society of Suriname, Brazil, and the Netherlands.Also known as R.R. Purperhart, and the eldest and only grandson of the last descendant of the Majapahit dynasty, Bupathi Amat Paul Bolkiyah Ida-Bagus, who passed away in Suriname in 1965.

© Copyright:Vishnuh-Society SurinameVishnuh-Society BrazilVishnuh-Society the Netherlands© Gurubesar Lancar Ida-Bagus / R.R. Purperhart© Bibliography, Photographs, and Illustrations: Vishnuh-Society

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The redemption from original sin

The Redemption from the Curse of the Damned

Inhoud

Prologue

Islamic and Christian Nations & Discrimination The Past Casts Its Shadow on the Present

Religion as a Cloak for Evil

The Fertile Ground of Ancient Evil

The Devastating Mental Legacy of Religion

Where religion rules, goodness becomes obligation and thought becomes guilt.

Equal Opportunity?

In Today's World

The West as a Media Circus

Hypocrisy of Democratic Governments

Justice is Sorely Lacking in Almost All Aspects

Discrimination Against the Non-Religious in Contemporary Society

A Warning for the Future:

The Consequences of Religious Exploitation:

How can the righteous religious humanity rid itself of the curse (kunu) of the accursed?

Here are two sincere prayers that I offer to all believers of God.

Prayer 2:

My Preference:

True friendship is hard to find these days

At the Vishnuh-Society, we are always open to those with good intentions.

The Human Being at the Center

THE GREAT FOLLY

Parrots of Religion

ON TRUTH AND THE ORIGINS OF HOLY TEXTS

The History of Fiction and Power

THE PROPHECY Freedom of Speech and the Illusion of Western Morality

The Silent Architects of Western Decline

A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE

The Doctrine of Vishnuh:

They Are So God-Fearing, But...

Only Nature is Imperishable

Live and Let Live

The Gods Are Intimately Befriended

The Doctrine of Vishnuh: A Call for Truth and Freedom

Gods Are Fictions of Malicious Humanity

“GOD'S BLESSING” REVEALS THE TRUTH THAT “GOD BLESS” OFTEN CONVEYS SARCASM

Prologue

Brothers and Sisters,

In a world often trapped in the shadows of dogma, imposed truths, and superficial appearances, we—members of the Non-Religious Society—stand unwavering in our devotion to free thought.We do not seek answers in the emptiness of traditions that confine the mind, but rather in the boundless ocean of human experience, scientific inquiry, and timeless wisdom.

Our strength lies in our freedom—the freedom to think, to feel, and to act without the chains of outdated beliefs.We are living proof that one can lead a life rooted in truth, compassion, and justice—not by adhering to imposed commandments, but by trusting in our own inner wisdom and embracing the shared responsibility we hold for the world around us.

In our pursuit of self-realization, there is no place for fear born of ignorance.We commit ourselves to truth, to knowledge, to sincere reflection, and to a world in which freedom is not merely a word, but a lived principle.We recognize that humanity is not the servant of a higher power, but the steward of its own destiny—endowed with the strength to choose and shape its path.

As Gurubesar, I address you not from a pedestal of blind tradition, but with the clarity that comes from hard-won experience and the kind of wisdom that only reveals itself when one has dared to confront—and release—the burdens of the past.

We are not shackled by religious dogma, nor seduced by empty promises of transcendence that detach us from the reality of our human experience. Instead, we stand firmly in the here and now, grounded in truth, not illusion.

Our mission is both radical and essential: to awaken the individual from the paralysis of self-doubt, to strip away the layers of inherited fear and societal expectation, and to rekindle a deep trust in the raw, unfiltered essence of being alive. We seek not escape, but embodiment. Not salvation, but liberation through self-knowledge and connection.

In a world overwhelmed by distractions and false idols, we offer a return—not to the past, but to the self. To the power that lies dormant in every human heart, waiting not for permission, but for recognition.

May our shared journey draw us ever nearer to the essence of our being,Untouched by the shadows of worn-out systems and inherited illusions.Together, we shall hew a new way—Lit not by dogma, but by the fire of free thought,And guided by the quiet strength of true human connection.With hearts unwavering and spirits aligned,We walk forward—not in haste, but in purpose.

Adhipati: Lancar Ida-Bagus

Gurubesar of the Vishnuh-Society

Islamic and Christian Nations & DiscriminationThe Past Casts Its Shadow on the Present

The past is not a closed chapter but a living force that continues to influence the present. When we examine the histories of major world religions—including Islam, Catholicism, and other influential belief systems—we encounter a confronting pattern: former followers, and at times even the institutions themselves, have committed acts that stand in stark contradiction to the fundamental moral and spiritual principles these religions claim to uphold.

This contradiction raises profound questions about the nature of power, interpretation, and human weakness. While their sacred texts preach love, justice, and compassion, wars were waged, peoples oppressed, and countless human rights violated in the name of those very religions. What was long forbidden by divine command—such as murder, greed, oppression, and arrogance—was, in some cases, encouraged or justified by religious authority.

The legacy of this paradox lives on in our time. It not only forces us to reflect critically, but also invites a deeper reconsideration of what it truly means to live spiritually or morally—free from dogma and institutional interests. Only by confronting the past can we begin to understand the present and build a more sincere future.

As the Vishnuh teaching proclaims:

"All who carry the so-called holy scriptures—such as the Bible, the Torah, the Bhagavad Gita, and the Quran—but fail to live by their true essence, are like beasts of burden that merely carry books without understanding their meaning."

Religion as a Cloak for Evil

Even in our modern era, the echoes of religiously motivated oppression remain audible. Sectarian movements rooted in established religious institutions—particularly within Islam and Christianity—operate globally with the Quran or the Bible in hand, yet commit acts that defy the very core of human dignity. Under the guise of divine command, they engage in violence, discrimination, and other forms of inhumanity. It is a tragic pattern that continues to repeat itself: where religion is meant to be a source of enlightenment and compassion, it is often weaponized to justify oppression and hatred.

This reality casts a dark shadow over the image of God itself. When crimes are committed in the name of a god or prophet, the inevitable question arises: is the deity who allows—worse, who condones—such actions not complicit? In this light, the concept of God or Allah appears to have been reshaped by human hands into a tool of power and control, rather than a compass for moral consciousness.

It becomes painfully evident that religion, rather than elevating the best in humanity, often incites the worst—not necessarily by its essence, but through the way it is interpreted and deployed. History and the present show that sacred texts can be used both to heal and to destroy, and that their influence, when placed in the hands of fanatics, becomes a threat to peace and justice.

Religious Propaganda in the Public Domain

Followers, benefactors, and sympathizers of religious movements frequently step forward with overt propaganda, actively promoting their beliefs in the public sphere. This occurs not only through places of worship and religious gatherings but also through modern media—from television and radio to social networks—allowing them to reach and influence a wide audience.

Notably, governments often play a role in this process. In many cases, they explicitly or implicitly support religious organizations by offering subsidies, granting broadcast time, or making public spaces available. This blurs the boundary between faith and state neutrality. What should be a personal spiritual experience is thus transformed into a societal instrument of power.

This entanglement of religion and public influence raises questions about hidden interests, manipulation, and the extent to which citizens can truly form their own beliefs—free from indoctrination or institutional pressure.

Indoctrination as the Foundation of Religious EducationA closer look at the educational systems in many religiously dominated countries around the world reveals a troubling pattern: from a very young age, children are immersed in dogmatic religious teachings. Rather than being taught critical thinking and openness, they are fed stories from the Bible and the Quran—stories often presented without context or nuance, as absolute truths. This early influence rarely stems from a sincere pursuit of wisdom, but rather from a desire to maintain control over the thoughts and emotions of new generations.What may appear to be education, in practice turns into indoctrination. Concepts such as hell, sin, obedience to divine authority, and the subjugation of women and dissenters are implicitly—and sometimes explicitly—presented as the norm. In this way, a large part of humanity is spiritually oppressed, intimidated, and kept mentally restricted from an early stage—not due to a lack of intelligence, but due to the systematic obstruction of free thought.The irony is striking: in societies that proudly present themselves as democratic and constitutionally founded, the constitution often serves as an extension of religious doctrine. Many of these constitutions are historically inspired by or infused with provisions from sacred texts, which rarely allow room for modern insights or universal human rights. Thus, rather than promoting human rights, they are often restricted—in the name of divine will.Religious influence on education and legislation has not advanced humanity in many respects, but has instead pushed it backward into fear, division, and oppression. It is time we continue to question this influence critically—in the interest of a freer, fairer world.

Religion as Strategy: The Modern Recruitment of FaithIn today’s world, people are being converted to religion using increasingly calculated and cunning tactics. Churches and religious organizations of all kinds deploy sophisticated campaigns not only to spread their religious fairytales, but to reinforce and perpetuate them. Behind a facade of love and compassion often lies a well-crafted strategy aimed at gaining power, influence, and financial resources.Under the guise of charity and humanitarian aid, countless initiatives are launched, supposedly to support the weak in society. But in reality, these actions serve another purpose: embedding religious influence and strengthening the ideological power structures behind them. This charity is often nothing more than a “gift from one’s own pocket”—an investment that primarily serves self-interest, disguised as altruism.The global population—especially the poorest and most vulnerable groups—is thus misled and manipulated. Their trust and hope for a better life are hijacked by religious institutions that know exactly how to convert sympathy into obedience, and spiritual hunger into ideological dependency. In this way, humanity pays the price—sometimes literally, sometimes spiritually—for a system more interested in its own survival than in liberation.It is time to face this reality and ask critical questions. Not about faith itself—for faith as an inner strength can be valuable—but about the structures that instrumentalize it for their own continuation. Only then can we move toward a world in which sincere spirituality is no longer abused as a smokescreen for power and manipulation.

The Fertile Ground of Ancient Evil

It is undeniable that there are people who—knowingly or not—continue to nourish the oldest evil known to humankind: an evil that has brought unspeakable calamity, division, and despair throughout the ages. These forces do not always manifest loudly or openly, but often silently and insidiously, embedded in systems, customs, and beliefs that are rarely questioned.Those who help maintain this evil—whether out of conviction or convenience—contribute to the prolonging of suffering for humanity as a whole. It is therefore crucial to avoid such influences as much as possible. Not out of hatred, but out of self-preservation. Not from indifference, but from a deep awareness of what is truly needed to achieve genuine freedom and peace.Often, the root of this destructive behavior lies in ignorance—an ignorance that feeds, justifies, and repeats itself. And although ignorance itself does not imply malicious intent, it forms the fertile ground upon which deception, violence, and oppression can grow. History, both ancient and recent, is littered with examples of how ignorance has led to fanaticism, exclusion, and even genocide. The confessions of those who once marched within these systems serve as a moving illustration of just how dangerous blind obedience can be.

Humanity Can Only Move ForwardHumanity can only progress when it dares to confront its past, name evil where it manifests, and cultivate the awareness necessary to break free from it. Until then, it remains a moral duty to stay vigilant—and to surround ourselves with truth, knowledge, and a deep respect for freedom of thought.

Religion as a Threat to the Human MindFor centuries, religion has manifested itself as an ideological infection deeply embedded in human society. Not as a source of enlightenment or universal wisdom, as often claimed, but as a persistent affliction that sustains fear, division, and violence. In its most organized and powerful forms, religion is less a path to inner peace than a dangerous addiction to dogma and domination.Those who continue to promote religion as a universal good often—knowingly or unknowingly—contribute to maintaining age-old structures of oppression. They present their faith as a human right, but in practice, it rarely serves freedom. On the contrary: it is more often a toxic legacy that sows moral confusion, undermines critical thinking, and enslaves people to doctrines that bear little relevance to the realities of today.In this light, it is not an exaggeration to say that religion—in its institutional, controlling form—represents a moral catastrophe. It recognizes no universal values except its own, often archaic, rules, and uses guilt, fear, and reward to gather followers. Thus, it becomes an instrument of sadism, wrapped in spiritual language. Those who justify or glorify such religious behavior contribute to a world in which mental autonomy, free will, and compassion are structurally undermined.It is high time the world found the courage to openly challenge religious structures and their harmful excesses. It is not the spiritual longing itself that must be eradicated, but the systems that hijack that longing and distort it into power politics. Only when humanity frees itself from religious terror in all its forms can it truly begin a new chapter—one in which freedom, wisdom, and love are no longer subject to dogmatic conditions.

Religious Loyalty and Moral SilenceIn practice, we see it happen time and again: believers covering for one another, even when moral boundaries are crossed. This form of religious loyalty is deeply embedded in the belief system itself—a system where group identity, obedience, and protecting “one’s own circle” are often deemed more important than objective justice or self-reflection.This mechanism leads to a subtle but persistent form of moral silence. Especially when it concerns internal abuses or power misuse within religious institutions, it is fellow believers who are most inclined to look the other way—out of fear, guilt, or the false belief that divine authority overrides earthly accountability.It is also telling that many believers around the world loudly criticize governments and political leaders, yet fall suspiciously silent when abuses occur within their own religious communities. This is no coincidence. Most were raised in systems where certain subjects were simply taboo. Thus arises a paradox: people who speak out on social justice fall silent when it concerns their own spiritual roots.This selective outrage is dangerous. For as long as religious communities shield themselves with moral blindness and uncritical loyalty, true progress remains an illusion. Real ethics begins where even the familiar—the sacred—is subject to honest scrutiny.

The Devastating Mental Legacy of Religion

A stubborn reality remains: many refuse to see that religion poisons not their soul, but their mind. They fail to recognize that their thoughts, actions, and moral decisions are deeply shaped by a malicious system that presents itself as holy, but is in truth largely destructive. One way or another, faith dominates their conscience so intensely that people cling to delusions—a form of collective mental disarray passed down through generations.Oppressed peoples, often subdued through violence or social pressure, have been forced for centuries to swallow the dogmas of religious institutions. From a young age, children are flooded with supposedly noble norms and values—embedded in fairytales of obedience, sin, and salvation. This upbringing is rarely based on free choice, but on repetition and indoctrination, passed from parents to children, from schools to societies.And yet, despite all those supposedly good intentions, the religious individual continues to struggle with the most fundamental human values. True empathy, freedom of thought, and universal compassion remain out of reach as long as belief in God serves as the moral compass.

Where Religion Reigns, Goodness Becomes Duty and Thinking Becomes Guilt

There is an ancient curse that lingers over organized religions—a curse manifesting through violence, exclusion, subjugation, and moral confusion. As long as this curse remains unacknowledged and unbroken, the religiously conditioned individual will never be truly capable of virtuous action. Not because of a lack of will, but because their thinking is trapped within a system that justifies evil—as long as it wears the right name.

Complicity in Religion’s Dark History

To align oneself today with Islam, Christianity, or similar religious groups is to become undeniably complicit. This is not a matter of passive sympathy, but of active participation in a system that, for centuries, has committed countless crimes against humanity. This is not merely a relic of the past—the shadow of religion continues to stretch across modern society in the form of oppression, intolerance, and violence.

It is vital to recognize that such involvement cannot be dismissed as mere ignorance. The awareness is often evident: those who support these structures—whether out of conviction or convenience—bear responsibility for the atrocities committed in their name, both past and present. It is not only the active perpetrators of violence who are guilty, but also those who uphold the system—whether through political power, financial backing, or moral endorsement.

Unless the foundations of religious ideologies—those that exploit faith and power—are critically examined and fundamentally questioned, they will remain the unconscious weapon by which humanity continues to harm itself.

As the Vishnuh doctrine states:

“Believers—whether consciously or unconsciously—commit crimes that are incompatible with global citizenship.The crimes committed daily by the religious—often incited by their faith—fundamentally oppose the interests of humanity, of nature, and of life itself.In doing so, believers forfeit their right to dwell upon Mother Earth.”

The atrocities committed by ISIS and other sectarian groups around the world serve as a grim reminder of the violent history of major religious institutions like Islam and Christianity. These historical atrocities include witch hunts, crusades, jihads, genocide, and the forced conversion of indigenous peoples—often carried out through psychological, social, and physical violence, all "in the name of God or Allah."

Though the horrors inflicted by ISIS may be smaller in scale compared to those of former religious regimes, they are no less brutal or cold-blooded. The nature of these crimes is indefensible, regardless of the era in which they occur. Crimes committed by ISIS, like those committed in the names of Christianity and Islam in centuries past, are reprehensible and cannot be justified.

A Crucial Note:

For millennia, Christianity—particularly the Vatican—and Islam perpetrated unchecked atrocities against innocent populations worldwide. During that time, there were no modern media outlets such as satellites, television, radio, or the internet to record or broadcast these acts.

… As a result, the atrocities and global human rights violations committed in the name of religion could not be documented or revealed to the world in real time. The absence of independent media made it possible for these powerful religious institutions to conceal or minimize their crimes, shielding the world from fully grasping the scale and severity of their actions.

Where religion rules, goodness becomes obligation and thought becomes guilt.

A centuries-old curse hangs over organized religions – a curse manifesting as violence, exclusion, subjugation, and moral confusion. As long as this curse is not acknowledged and broken, the religiously conditioned human being will never truly be capable of doing good. Not because they lack the will, but because their thinking is trapped within a system that justifies evil, as long as it bears the “right” name.

Complicity in Religion’s Dark History

Anyone who, today, aligns themselves with Islam, Christianity, or similar religious doctrines is undeniably complicit. This is not passive sympathy, but active involvement in a system that has, over centuries, been guilty of countless crimes against humanity. These atrocities are not relics of a distant past; even today, religion casts a dark shadow over society—through oppression, intolerance, and violence.

It is crucial to recognize that such involvement can no longer be dismissed as ‘ignorance.’ Awareness is inevitable: anyone who continues to support religious structures—whether through belief, convenience, or conformity—shares in the responsibility for the crimes committed in the name of those religions, both past and present. Not only the perpetrators are guilty, but also those who uphold these systems—through political power, financial support, or moral approval—bear their share of the blame.

As long as the foundations of religious ideologies that misuse power and faith are not critically examined and openly questioned, they remain unconscious weapons with which humanity continues to harm itself.

As the Vishnuh teachings state:

“The believing part of humanity, consciously or unconsciously, makes itself guilty of crimes incompatible with global citizenship.The crimes committed daily by the religious—often at the instigation of their faith—are fundamentally at odds with the interests of humanity, with nature, and with life itself.In doing so, believers forfeit their right to dwell upon Mother Earth.”

The atrocities of IS (ISIS) and other sectarian groups are not anomalies, but echoes of the bloody practices of religious regimes throughout history: witch hunts, crusades, jihads, genocide, and the violent conversion of indigenous peoples. All of these were committed in the name of God or Allah, under the guise of moral elevation or ‘holy duty.’

Though IS’s crimes may be smaller in scale compared to past religious empires, their nature is equally depraved. Cruelty allows no mitigating circumstances—neither in the past nor today. Evil remains evil, regardless of the flag it flies.

The Invisible Cruelty of the Past

During the times when Christianity (particularly the Vatican) and Islam committed widespread atrocities, there were no modern communication tools such as satellites, television, radio, or the internet. As a result, their crimes—executions, torture, slavery, genocide—remained largely unseen by the wider world. The absence of independent media granted religious rulers free rein to obscure their atrocities without fear of exposure or accountability.

The large-scale human rights violations carried out by religious institutions were no less severe than modern-day atrocities—they were simply less visible. The peoples who were ambushed, robbed, murdered, or subdued rarely had the chance to resist in time. They lived in a closed world, without access to information that could have warned or protected them.

The historical guilt of Christians and Muslims is immense. Under the pretext of divine service, they inflicted rape, beheadings, live impalements, slavery, and mass murder across the globe. Children were slaughtered, women were forced into sexual slavery, dissenters were mutilated, and entire populations were annihilated. Polygamy, pedophilia, child exploitation, and systemic oppression were not anomalies—they were structural features of religious dominance.

These atrocities were not only tolerated, but often justified by religious leaders. They formed the foundation of religious authority and expansion and were legitimized in the name of divine command or sacred duty.

Romanticized Evil

In modern literature—both Western and Eastern—the butchers of the past are often romanticized as noble warriors or heroic figures. Knights and caliphs, “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves”—they’re portrayed as bringers of justice, civilization, and faith. But behind this fairytale image lies a brutal reality:99% of them were nothing more than murderers in service of church or mosque, executing the orders of religious or feudal tyrants.

Their so-called heroism was nothing more than a smokescreen—a cover for bloodshed, religious fanaticism, and the total suppression of those who thought or believed differently. What was presented as sacred duty was, in truth, an organized destruction of human dignity.

The brutal actions of ISIS and other extremist groups are sadly not new. Similar kinds of violence were also used in the past by Christian and Jewish institutions—especially when they tried to convert other people and spread their religions by force.

Although what ISIS does is truly awful, it’s important to see that, in terms of size and impact, these acts are still smaller than the large-scale violence done in the name of religion throughout history. Comparing the two helps us understand how dangerous religious power can become, but it doesn’t excuse or soften any of it. Violence and oppression in the name of religion—no matter who does it or why—is always wrong.

As the teachings of Vishnuh state:

“When a believer points a finger at another,nine fingers inevitably point back at themselves.In judging others, one exposes their own ignorance,their own failings, and the illusion of moral superiority.”

Equal Opportunity?

Is the ideal of “equal opportunity” truly honored, as so often proclaimed by governments and religious groups alike? On paper, it appears so—many constitutions promise equality among citizens. But in practice? The reality tells a different story.

The concept of equality is frequently influenced—if not compromised—by beliefs rooted in religious doctrine. In many instances, those who identify as Christians, Muslims, or followers of a church that worships a non-existent god seem to enjoy greater access to resources and opportunities to achieve their goals. This reveals an uncomfortable truth: although many countries promise legal equality, cultural and religious norms often shape who truly gains access to the means for advancement.

This raises a vital question: how equal are the opportunities if religious affiliation—or the absence of it—plays such a decisive role in determining what people are able to achieve?

… Is there truly space for everyone, regardless of background, to reach their full potential in a society that claims to offer equal chances? The answer is often complex and contradictory, and seems to vary greatly depending on where one happens to live on this planet.

The Vishnuh Doctrine says:

"It is dangerous to remain lost in dreams and forget to survive. Reality waits patiently, and those who close their eyes to the life unfolding before them risk losing themselves in a world that shows no mercy to those who fail to act."

In Today's World

In our time, it seems increasingly difficult for individuals with different beliefs to create real opportunities—especially in countries that identify as Christian. European nations frequently proclaim their dedication to democracy, free speech, and equal opportunity. Yet these ideals often appear to apply only when they serve the interests of the Western world. In practice, there is ample room for selective enforcement of these principles.

For example, European countries often criticize Islamic states for not allowing churches or synagogues to be built, framing this as a violation of religious freedom and human rights. However, when it comes to Islam, the situation in the West is often quite different. Mocking Islam or insulting the Prophet Muhammad is widely tolerated—and even defended—as an expression of free speech. It seems that ridicule and rejection of religion are only acceptable within certain contexts, and deemed unacceptable when the roles are reversed.

This raises the question: Is freedom of speech truly universal?Imagine standing in front of the Dutch parliament at The Hague, shouting, “The king is a moron,” or saying “Jews are sheep shaggers,” or even “The Holocaust was their just reward,” or “Black Pete is racism.” What would happen? It is highly likely that you wouldn’t be allowed to calmly exercise your “freedom of expression” without severe consequences. Rather than applause for your boldness, you’d likely be met with police force, and your rights would be swiftly suppressed.

So where are the real boundaries of freedom of expression? It appears that this freedom only exists as long as it supports dominant societal norms and values. When it doesn’t, the consequences can be harsh, and the principle of free speech is quickly abandoned if it threatens the status quo.

The West as a Media Circus