... divine a purpose out of a parable that greatly differs from what the writer intended. Therefore, parables hold great promise to those who crave to define their experiences. As spiritual beings, we all desire to seek meaning in our lives. For some, there is an even greater need to flesh ... long for. The following essay, then, is not a movie review as much as it is a description about where I have come from, and where I might be going. The Matrix as a Metaphor for Fear                      The rules upon which the Matrix is based (for it is a computer program that everyone, an...

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... by his boss for being late. He is described as a piece in the company making up the whole, and his faults could bring down the company. I believe the company is a metaphor for the Matrix, and the matrix a place of conformity. It seems that individualism is the enemy here. Every one is wearing suits and the idea that his tardiness can cause ... group. To betray his mind. Second to die is Apoc. Third, Switch. Agent describes the Matrix as "genius" . The first "Matrix" was supposed to be perfect, so it failed. Human define their reality through misery and suffering; a dream which you try a...

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