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Originally Posted by NeitherFirstnorLast
In the Los Angeles Times (December 11th, 1978 edition), Rapoport was quoted as saying that he attempted to encourage the exercise of biblical discipline in a case of moral indiscretion on the part of Witness Lee's son Phillip. Discouraged by Lee from applying scriptural discipline, Rapoport was subsequently removed from Lee's graces and gradually lost power and reputation. "[/COLOR]
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Following this portion, there is portion of where Lee interprets his authority to come from - based on his intepretation of Scripture. I want to stop here again though, as I believe there is plenty to discuss from above.
Anyone have a copy of the LA Times article referred to from Dec. 11 1978? Perhaps it can be obtained on-line for cross-reference?
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Yes, I do. Some of what Max had to say I don't agree with. However there is some truth to the article. One estimate Max made I found of interest was Living Stream grossed $400,000 a year. This was 34 years ago in 1978. Since the accounting books don't get published and considering Max was in the know at that time, I wouldn't be surprised if he's not far off the mark.