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Christianity, particularly in its theological and eschatological dimensions, is deeply intertwined with the framework of a strategic bequest motive. At its core, it promises an inheritance—the Kingdom of God—tied to specific conditions or behaviors. This motif permeates its doctrines and teachings, explicitly framing the relationship between God and humanity as one of conditional inheritance. This inheritance is not only spiritual but eternal, making the stakes profoundly high and amplifying the motive’s power.

The idea of inheritance is an explicit motif throughout the Bible, central to its moral and spiritual messaging. The language of inheritance is overt: “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” (Matthew 5:5); “Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32). In this framework, salvation is presented as an inheritance for the faithful, aligning neatly with the idea of a strategic bequest, where eternal life is contingent upon faith, repentance, and adherence to divine commandments. This dynamic parallels the promise of earthly inheritance, where loyalty and obedience often secure rewards.

Fig. 6 Isaiah 2:2-4 is the best quoted & also misunderstood article on the conditions of social harmony. Putnams discomforts with the data tells us that he was surprised by what the UN knew half a century earlier and what our biblical prophet articulated several millenia ago. Putnam published his data set from this study in 2001 and subsequently published the full paper in 2007. Putnam has been criticized for the lag between his initial study and his publication of his article. In 2006, Putnam was quoted in the Financial Times as saying he had delayed publishing the article until he could “develop proposals to compensate for the negative effects of diversity” (quote from John Lloyd of Financial Times). In 2007, writing in City Journal, John Leo questioned whether this suppression of publication was ethical behavior for a scholar, noting that “Academics aren’t supposed to withhold negative data until they can suggest antidotes to their findings.” On the other hand, Putnam did release the data in 2001 and publicized this fact. Source: Wikipedia

However, the bequest is not unconditional. Just as in King Lear, where the inheritance of land is tied to declarations of love and loyalty, the Kingdom of God is also contingent. Faith, good works, and devotion are prerequisites for the promised reward. The parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14–30) vividly illustrates this conditionality, portraying divine judgment as tied to how individuals steward the gifts entrusted to them. The notion of “grace through faith” adds complexity, as it suggests the inheritance is ultimately undeserved and unearned, yet even this grace hinges on the agent’s acceptance of faith, reinforcing the strategic nature of the relationship.

The strategic dynamics of this divine bequest also include adversarial elements. Securing the inheritance involves a struggle against sin, temptation, and Satan, which positions life as a battleground where agents must prove their loyalty and resolve. At the same time, Christianity fosters cooperative dynamics within the Church as the “body of Christ.” Believers are encouraged to support one another in their collective pursuit of the promised inheritance, creating a shared sense of purpose and mutual reinforcement of faith.

The fear of disinheritance, much like the tragic stakes in King Lear, is a pervasive element in Christian teachings. Parables such as the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32) dramatize the tension between the possibility of redemption and the risk of being cast out. Similarly, the parable of the sheep and goats (Matthew 25:31–46) sharpens this dynamic, underscoring the duality of inheritance versus exclusion. The looming possibility of divine judgment ensures that the promise of inheritance remains a powerful motivator for moral and spiritual behavior, with disinheritance serving as a dire warning against disobedience.

The father-child dynamic between God and humanity further mirrors King Lear’s use of familial bonds to secure loyalty. The New Testament frequently refers to believers as “children of God” (Romans 8:16–17), heirs to a divine inheritance through their adoption in Christ. This framing ties the strategic bequest not just to obedience but to relational trust, emphasizing the bond between the principal (God) and the agent (humanity).

Christianity amplifies the stakes of the strategic bequest by making the inheritance eternal rather than temporal. The Kingdom of God surpasses any earthly reward, magnifying the emotional and spiritual power of the promise. This eternal nature transforms the bequest into the ultimate payoff, heightening its appeal and reinforcing its control over human behavior.

What is particularly fascinating about Christianity is its willingness to grapple with the limitations of a purely strategic framework. The tension between law and grace is a central theme, challenging the notion of strict conditionality. While the inheritance is framed as dependent on behavior, the Gospel’s radical message of grace disrupts this quid pro quo arrangement. God’s love, according to Christian theology, transcends human calculation, emphasizing relationship over transaction. This marks a resolution that King Lear tragically fails to achieve.

The resonance of this strategic bequest language lies in its universality. It speaks to the human longing for legacy and purpose, offering assurance that life’s struggles and sacrifices lead to ultimate fulfillment. Like Lear’s kingdom or the inheritances we encounter in life, the Kingdom of God operates on a symbolic level, leveraging the hope of future reward to shape present behavior. Yet Christianity also transcends the limitations of this framework, emphasizing grace and relational love as ultimate truths.

In this interplay of divine strategy and human agency, Christianity transforms the strategic bequest motive into a profound narrative that resonates both cosmically and personally. It captures the human desire for meaning while pointing beyond it to a transcendent reality that defies mere transactional thinking.

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# LEFT: Life, Ecosystem, Fire, Tech
import numpy as np
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import networkx as nx

# Define the neural network fractal
def define_layers():
    return {
        'World': ['Cosmos-Entropy', 'Planet-Tempered', 'Life-Needs', 'Ecosystem-Costs', 'Generative-Means', 'Cartel-Ends', ], # Polytheism, Olympus, Kingdom
        'Perception': ['Ledger-Isaac'], # God, Judgement Day, Key
        'Agency': ['Open-Jacob', 'Closed-Esau'], # Evil & Good
        'Generative': ['Ratio-Weaponized', 'Competition-Tokenized', 'Odds-Monopolized'], # Dynamics, Compromises
        'Physical': ['Volatile-Revolutionary', 'Unveiled-Resentment',  'Freedom-Dance in Chains', 'Exuberant-Jubilee', 'Stable-Conservative'] # Values
    }

# Assign colors to nodes
def assign_colors():
    color_map = {
        'yellow': ['Ledger-Isaac'],
        'paleturquoise': ['Cartel-Ends', 'Closed-Esau', 'Odds-Monopolized', 'Stable-Conservative'],
        'lightgreen': ['Generative-Means', 'Competition-Tokenized', 'Exuberant-Jubilee', 'Freedom-Dance in Chains', 'Unveiled-Resentment'],
        'lightsalmon': [
            'Life-Needs', 'Ecosystem-Costs', 'Open-Jacob', # Ecosystem = Red Queen = Prometheus = Sacrifice
            'Ratio-Weaponized', 'Volatile-Revolutionary'
        ],
    }
    return {node: color for color, nodes in color_map.items() for node in nodes}

# Calculate positions for nodes
def calculate_positions(layer, x_offset):
    y_positions = np.linspace(-len(layer) / 2, len(layer) / 2, len(layer))
    return [(x_offset, y) for y in y_positions]

# Create and visualize the neural network graph
def visualize_nn():
    layers = define_layers()
    colors = assign_colors()
    G = nx.DiGraph()
    pos = {}
    node_colors = []

    # Add nodes and assign positions
    for i, (layer_name, nodes) in enumerate(layers.items()):
        positions = calculate_positions(nodes, x_offset=i * 2)
        for node, position in zip(nodes, positions):
            G.add_node(node, layer=layer_name)
            pos[node] = position
            node_colors.append(colors.get(node, 'lightgray'))  # Default color fallback

    # Add edges (automated for consecutive layers)
    layer_names = list(layers.keys())
    for i in range(len(layer_names) - 1):
        source_layer, target_layer = layer_names[i], layer_names[i + 1]
        for source in layers[source_layer]:
            for target in layers[target_layer]:
                G.add_edge(source, target)

    # Draw the graph
    plt.figure(figsize=(12, 8))
    nx.draw(
        G, pos, with_labels=True, node_color=node_colors, edge_color='gray',
        node_size=3000, font_size=9, connectionstyle="arc3,rad=0.2"
    )
    plt.title("Rebecca-Laban as Transformation", fontsize=15)
    plt.show()

# Run the visualization
visualize_nn()

Fig. 7 So we have a banking cartel, private ledgers, balancing payments, network of banks, and satisfied customer. The usurper is a public infrastructure, with open ledgers, digital trails, block-chain network, and liberated customer