The Ten Principles of Christian Communism

Ten Principles of Christian Communism

Put the community first.

Prioritize the well-being of everyone over individual gain or profit.

Stand against exploitation.

Ensure fair treatment and just compensation for all, rejecting any form of exploitation.

Honor the dignity of work.

Recognize the value of labor and advocate for workers' rights and fair distribution of resources.

Lift up the oppressed.

Stand in solidarity with the marginalized and work to create a society where everyone has a voice.

Fight for equality and justice.

Strive for a world where everyone has equal opportunities and access to resources, without discrimination.

Share resources- fairly.

Ensure that the earth's resources are distributed equitably, respecting both people and the environment.

Reject greed and excessive wealth.

Oppose the accumulation of wealth by a few, promoting a culture of sharing and mutual support.

Practice compassion and solidarity.

Foster a community built on empathy, care, and cooperation.

Work for peace and harmony.

Resolve conflicts peacefully and build a society based on mutual respect and understanding.

Believe in a just and loving society.

Keep the vision of a just, equal, and compassionate world alive, and work towards making it a reality.

Following the teachings of Jesus calls us to live lives of compassion, equality, and community. Jesus championed the poor, the marginalized, and the oppressed, and he taught that we should love our neighbors as ourselves, share our resources, and work for justice. A communist society, rooted in these values, strives to create a world where resources are shared equitably, everyone’s needs are met, and the well-being of the community is prioritized over individual wealth. By embracing this model, we come closest to reflecting the life and teachings of Jesus, building a society that embodies his vision of love, justice, and solidarity

"Which things, tell me, are yours? Whence have you brought your goods into life? You are like one occupying a place in a theatre, who should prohibit others from entering, treating that as his own which was designed for the common use of all. Such are the rich. Because they preoccupy common goods, they take these goods as their own. If each one would take that which is sufficient for his needs, leaving what is superfluous to those in distress, no one would be rich, no one poor.… The rich man is a thief."

-St. Basil, The Great