John Cali

We received some interesting comments in response to our January 2008 article, “Prostitution.” Here they are, followed by Chief Joseph’s response:

About prostitution -- I have no problem if a woman wants to sell her body for money, but the problem is this act is often associated with much more: control of a pimp, drugs and sexual abuse at a young age.

I do not know one woman who, asked as a little girl, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” would say a prostitute!

This industry is also paid (for) by mostly men. Women don't seem to find it as necessary. Which leads to the question of WHY?

Just because it is one of the oldest professions on this earth does not make it right. Mary Magdalene did not want to be a prostitute, she had to in order to survive. The men that used her did not have love in their hearts, only release. Would they (have) been seen taking her out for dinner or introducing her to their friends and family? I think not.

I believe that you can reach a powerful level of compassion and passion when you share sex with one person. This act with one will bring you to a state of ecstasy as you feel your higher destiny with God, which is to procreate, much in the same way a woman feels when delivering a child. You finally will realize your ultimate purpose on this earth plane, to love.

Chief Joseph

We thank the lady whose comments we are responding to today. She raises some excellent points and we are pleased to address them.

She said prostitution is largely a “business” controlled by men. But there are also women in the same business (“madams,” as they are called in the USA). Though they operate mostly “behind the scenes.”

So this is not an entirely male-dominated phenomenon.

Let us address the issue our friend raises about Mary Magdalene. Mary Magdalene was not forced to be a prostitute, nor is any other woman (or man).

While we acknowledge that “profession” is often an easier way to earn dollars, euros, rupees, etc., it is never the only option a prostitute has. You are all powerful creators and you are quite capable of creating whatever you desire.

The problem here is often you do not believe in your own power. That is the same as not having the power to begin with. We feel the greatest compassion and understanding for those who feel forced into prostitution just to survive.

However, much good often comes from such a choice. We can see all the raised eyebrows of disapproval as we say that.

There are many loving relationships coming from prostitution-based experiences, whether they be momentary and fleeting, or long-lasting and loving.