Paris Olympic Committee Apologizes For Bizarre Opening Ceremony: Here's Everything We Know So Far

The opening ceremony that should've showcased the cultural richness and history of France instead became a global embarrassment. Paris 2024 spokesperson Anne Descamps downplayed the disaster at an International Olympic Committee news conference on Sunday.

"Clearly there was never an intention to show disrespect to any religious group. On the contrary, I think (with) Thomas Jolly, we really did try to celebrate community tolerance," Descamps stated. "Looking at the result of the polls that we shared, we believe that this ambition was achieved. If people have taken any offense we are, of course, really, really sorry."

Jolly also made a statement to The Associated Press after the ceremony.

"My wish isn't to be subversive, nor to mock or to shock," Jolly said. "Most of all, I wanted to send a message of love, a message of inclusion and not at all to divide."

Despite the apology, the ceremony was met with such intense backlash that it was effectively erased from the internet. Mainstream media tried to dismiss the outrage and simultaneously worked to scrub all footage, however, the damage was done, and the occult elite’s mega-ritual was broadcast to the world.

The ceremony was expected to contain symbolic elements, as previous Olympics had. However, instead of celebrating France’s culture and history, the ceremony focused on the country's subjugation to a globalist, secular culture.

The ceremony began with children navigating the Catacombs of Paris with the Olympic torch, symbolizing the journey from "darkness to light," a motif deeply rooted in occult and Masonic traditions. The portrayal of French historical figures’ violent deaths, a bizarre focus on sexuality, and a mockery of Christian symbols were among the many controversial elements.

The show included a peculiar reenactment of the Last Supper with clownish figures gathered around a table. After the backlash, the ceremony organizers argued it was actually a reenactment of a pagan feast, but some of the show's participants claimed otherwise.

However, the activist in the center of the stage later deleted her public statements affirming that the portrayal was about Christianity and changed her story.

Similarly, the grotesque celebration of the French Revolution, which was marked by vicious anti-religious campaigns, was seen by many as a tasteless and offensive portrayal of France's violent past.

The beheaded women singing amidst flames were meant to reference the execution of French nobility after secular elites were emboldened by secular propaganda led to a bloody spree against Christian institutions and families. This historical animosity towards Christianity continues to manifest in contemporary French culture, especially among the elite.

Beyond the celebrations of violence, many critics also noted its sheer ugliness. Unlike Leonardo da Vinci's "Last Supper," which has retained deep meaning and symbolism, the Paris ceremony was a garish, reactionary display highlighting secularists' ongoing failure to create anything new or meaningful.

This pattern of borrowing from Christianity to create a distorted and clownish spectacle has become a stale stereotype of modern cultural events, from concerts to fashion shows, with these displays of "power" lacking the depth and authenticity of the symbols they seek to mock.

French President Emmanuel Macron’s tweets during the ceremony alongside others on X claiming the ceremony was indicative of the country being "open and tolerant," did little to mitigate the embarrassment felt by many.

One French woman expressed her deep embarrassment on social media, writing, "As a French woman, I am deeply embarrassed by this #OpeningCeremony and would like to apologize to the entire world for subjecting you all to this sick farce. Don’t hate us; it isn’t us; it’s the woke metropolitan elite—they ruin everything."

In light of the offensive ceremony, there has been a range of responses from the Christian community. While some argue that Christians should not expect non-Christians to adhere to Christian values, others feel a stronger stance is necessary.

Many across social media asked if the ceremony had mocked Islam and sparked outrage among Muslims, would the response be as dismissive?

This situation calls for a reflection on why many Christians hesitate to defend their faith. Fear of backlash and the desire to fit in often leads to silence or aligning with secularists to avoid criticism.

As Christians, the challenge is to confront these cultural forces with courage and conviction, standing firm in the faith that transcends fleeting cultural trends, even in the face of widespread derision and mockery. By doing so, Christians can offer a powerful counter-narrative to the hollow provocations of secular culture, demonstrating the enduring strength and beauty of their faith.

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