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Message: <blockquote data-quote="AtulaSiriwardane" data-source="post: 3606174" data-attributes="member: 120286">The Matrix series has also inspired a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_religious_movement" target="_blank">new religious movement</a> called<a href="http://www.geocities.com/matrixism/" target="_blank"> Matrixism: The path of the One</a>.The religion was conceived by an anonymous group in mid-2004and by November 2004 it claimed to have attracted upwards of 300 members.<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Matrix_%28series%29#cite_note-25" target="_blank">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Matrix_(series)#cite_note-25</a> Current reports indicate that there are now approximately 16,000 followers of Matrixism worldwide. Even though Matrixism has grown substantially and its Geocities website (username: matrixism2069) has received significant attention in the media<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Matrix_%28series%29#cite_note-sun-27" target="_blank">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Matrix_(series)#cite_note-sun-27</a><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Matrix_%28series%29#cite_note-29" target="_blank">]</a> some still debate whether Matrixists are serious about their beliefs.From <a href="http://www.geocities.com/matrixism/" target="_blank">http://www.geocities.com/matrixism/</a>    [SIZE=+3]FAQ[/SIZE]                       [SIZE=+1]Q: How many adherents of Matrixism are        there?A: As of this time over two thousand people have emailed us proclaiming Matrixism as their religion.Q: What is a follower of        The path of the One called?A: A follower of Matrixism can be referred        to as either a Pathist or a Matrixist.Q: To what countries has        Matrixism spread?A: To our knowledge The path of the One has spread        to; Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Croatia, The Czech Republic, Denmark, France,        Germany, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Israel, Italy, Japan, Mexico, The        Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the        United States.Q: How can you be a follower of another        religion and be a follower of Matrixism at the same time?A: From the        perspective of Matrixism it is quite easy. Unlike most other religions,        The path of the One does not have an exclusivity clause as part of its        canon. This is a significant and unique part of Matrixism that differentiates it from other religions. Q: Do Matrixists actually        believe that the reality we live in is a computer generated        simulation? A: No. Matrixism looks at the "computer        simulation" aspect of The Matrix as a metaphor for the rules, norms and        values of our current society. This metaphor also refers to hyperreality (i.e. television,        radio, internet, etc.) which effects people in much the same way as raw (i.e. real) experience. The        subject of hyperreality is addressed in the book Simulacra and Simulation by Jean        Baudrillard. A hollowed out copy of Silmulacra and Simulation makes an appearance at the beginning        of The Matrix.Q: How is the connection        made between the "red pill" and psychedelics?A: In the Wachowski        brother's original script of The Matrix the character Neo asks "What's this, mescaline?"        after having taken the red pill. Apparently, Warner Brothers or the        Wachowski brothers themselves thought this was too obvious so the reference        was moved to somewhere earlier in the script. In a subsequent interview        the Wachowskis said that the idea of the "red pill" was inspired by        psychedelics.Q: Why isn't there more interpretation of        the films as a part of Matrixism? A: In this regard Matrixism is        similar to the Protestant Reformation in its innovation that people should        read and interpret the bible for themselves instead of relying on        priests to do it for them. The path of the One requires its adherents to        not only research the films for themselves but also religion and science        generally. A list of recommended reading can be found in <a href="http://www.geocities.com/matrixism/storefront.html" target="_blank">The        Matrixism Bookstore</a>.Q: Are there any        religious rules or laws associated with Matrixism? A: Yes. The first        is that the human image is now banned from all forms of advertising and        marketing. The second is that pornography has now been made tantamount to        prostitution and is thus fully abrogated. Thirdly all forms of file        sharing of recorded music and motion pictures are now sanctioned and        encouraged. Fourth same-sex marriage is now        sanctioned with the caveat that male couples may not adopt children. Fifth        there are now only five types of marriage allowed. They are; of that        between a man and a woman, of that        between a woman and two men, of that between a man and two women, of that between two women and finally of that        between two men. Sixth all forms of professional athletic competition have now been abrogated.Q: Are there any holy days associated with        Matrixism? A: The first official holiday of Matrixism is Bicycle Day.        It falls on April 19th the anniversary of Albert Hoffman's historic        experiment with psychedelics and his consequent bicycle ride which took place in 1943.        This is a day of celebration in the Matrixist community marked by the        giving of gifts, bicycle trips, joyful picnics, and other festive        activities. Also the anniversary of Aldous Huxley's, C.S. Lewis' and John        F. Kennedy's passing (all the same day in 1963) is observed on November        22nd as the Day of Remembrance and Reflection. On this day, as well as on        Bicycle Day, all work activities are suspended as Pathists around the        world celebrate, remember and reflect. Q: Are there any causes that are supported by        Matrixism? A: Yes. Critical Mass and the National Association to Protect Children are the only two external causes supported by The path of the One. Critical Mass is a monthly bicycle ride taking place in cities and towns around the world. It is designed to promote bicycling as an environmentally sound form of transportation and to assert cyclists' rights to the use of the road. The National Association to Protect Children is a political action group focused on improving laws designed to protect children from abuse, exploitation and neglect. Q: Who created Matrixism? A: The Wachowski brothers for the        most part but also Aldous Huxley, C.S. Lewis and Abdul Baha. It is        important to note that these people have stood on "the shoulders giants"        men like the Buddha and Jesus Christ. This most recent codification of The        path of the One is being done by an anonymous group in consultation        with friends and followers.  Q: Could I, or someone that I know, be the One? A: It is possible but know also that "The path of the One is made by the many." The path begins with the knowledge contained in <a href="http://www.geocities.com/matrixism/storefront.html" target="_blank">The        Matrixism Bookstore</a>. Though many will understand and use this information only the One will synthesize it into his own book and law.  Q: How do you know that Matrixism is        right? A: In matters of fact there is plenty of scientific evidence to        support our beliefs. In the matter of faith that this is a true path we        cite prodigious signs. A small fraction of the signs we speak of are plain for all to see. In        this way it is the same as it ever was.  [/SIZE]</blockquote>

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