Dr. Mathole Motshekga speaks to David Mashabela about the African origins of Jesus and Moses, critiques historical misrepresentations, and emphasizes the importance of reclaiming African heritage and identity.
[00:00] Jesus was believed to be a black man born of a black woman, challenging traditional narratives of his origins.
- Jesus was described as a black man born of a black woman.
- The idea that Mary was impregnated by the spirit of God was questioned.
- The story of creation in the Bible was compared to the story of Adam's physical creation.
- There was a philosophy of reincarnation discussed, where people can be reborn as children.
- The speaker mentioned a place called Napta near the Nuba mountains in Sudan, linked to ancient Ethiopia.}
[21:53] Jesus was described as a black man born of a black woman, challenging traditional beliefs - Mary Magdalene was described as black according to French records
- Romans enforced their beliefs and controlled the narrative by revising religious texts
- Africans were forced to migrate due to attacks and struggles for survival
- European explorers used African maps to discover new territories
- Education by foreigners led to the internalization of false truths and the rewriting of history
[43:50 Discussion on identity and historical influence in South Africa - Reflecting on the labelling of black South Africans
- Addressing the impact of European settlers in South Africa
- Highlighting the historical conquests in North Africa
- Contrasting global political interests with local issues
[01:05:44] Ancient history of Southern Africa and the mistreatment of the Kisan people
- Southern Africa is considered the most ancient part of the world
- Kisan people faced derogatory names and mistreatment
- Mistreatment led to the creation of the coloured population
- Respect for Kisan people as ancestors and their importance in African history
- Kisan people had advanced astronomy and Divine kingship
[01:27:39]The origin of the Ten Commandments and the influence of African wisdom
- Moses, a black man, was raised by an African woman and educated in Egyptian wisdom
- The 10 Commandments are derived from 42 negative confessions influenced by African teachings
- The spiritual connection between humans and the divine through a ladder of stars
- Souls inherit three moral laws from each rung of the ladder of stars
- The essence of Bible laws is inherent in individuals without the need for religious texts
[01:49:36] Challenges in implementing political policies in South Africa
- Challenges faced by the EFF if they were to govern
- Issues with the proper running of municipalities
- Criticism of the ANC and the DA's governance in Western Cape
- Impact of natural disasters on African communities in townships
- Focus on tenders and corruption in government
[02:11:29] Discussion on ancestral lineage and family relationships
- Exploring ancestral connections from both paternal and maternal sides
- Complexity of family dynamics and traditions among the Zulus
- Utilization of marriage alliances for security purposes in history
[02:33:26] Ancient records confirm the origins of civilization in Africa
- Archaeology and ancient records confirm
- Ethiopians as the authors are saying the Ethiopians are the first of all humanity
- Civilization in Ethiopia and Egypt was well-advanced
- Atlantis myth perpetuated by European influence
- Misrepresentation of African contributions to civilization