Damian Tharcisius

Damian Tharcisius

MAKING SENSE OF
CULTURE

Upholding the importance of
Reason, Beauty, Faith, Heritage & Humanity.

March 2025

The Chosen is Not great for Straight Western men ​

The Chosen is Not Great For Men

‘The Chosen’ humanizes Jesus but risks alienating male sensibilities by prioritizing metaphysical solutions over tangible ones. It emphasizes Jesus’ miracles and divine compassion, presenting human upliftment as a moralistic, spiritual endeavor. This portrayal may diminish male agency, urging passive reliance on divine intervention rather than active problem-solving. By centering Jesus as the sole answer to human suffering, the series undervalues material innovation, creativity, and relational effort that men are culturally and psychologically disposed to pursue. For those seeking empowerment through human action, a Messiah resolving crises supernaturally will be disempowering in a world reliant on tangible progress.

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