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Man Quits Photography After Realizing It Breaks the Second Commandment

"We're all made in God's Image," Man Says


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A man from California has decided to give up his hobby of photography after he realized that taking pictures of people violates the second commandment of the Bible.


John Smith, 35, said he was inspired by a sermon he heard at his church, where the pastor explained that the second commandment forbids making any graven image or likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth.


"I was shocked when I heard that," Smith said. "I had never thought about it before, but it makes sense. God created us in his image, and we are not supposed to make any images of ourselves or others. That's idolatry."


Smith said he immediately went home and deleted all the photos he had taken of his family, friends, and pets. He also threw away his camera, his laptop, and his smartphone, which he said were all tools of sin.


"I feel so much lighter and happier now," Smith said. "I don't need to capture the beauty of God's creation with a camera. I can just enjoy it with my eyes and my heart."


Smith said he plans to spend more time reading the Bible, praying, and singing hymns. He also hopes to inspire others to follow his example and renounce photography.


"I think photography is a very dangerous and deceptive hobby," Smith said. "It makes us focus on the outward appearance, not the inward soul. It also tempts us to worship ourselves and others, instead of God. I hope more people will realize this and stop taking pictures of anything that has life in it."


Smith's decision has been met with mixed reactions from his family and friends. Some have praised him for his devotion and courage, while others have criticized him for being extreme and irrational.


"I think John is crazy," said his sister, Mary Smith. "He has thrown away all the memories we shared as a family. He has also cut off contact with us, because he says we are too worldly and sinful. He won't even answer our phone calls or emails. How is that honoring God?"


Mary said she hopes her brother will change his mind and come back to reality.


"I love my brother, but I think he needs help," Mary said. "He is missing out on so much joy and beauty in life. God gave us eyes to see and cameras to capture his wonderful works. There is nothing wrong with taking pictures of people as long as we don't worship them or forget who made them."

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