George Harrison
By Edgar on Apr 2, 2006 | 1249 views" With out looking out of my window I could know the ways of heaven ... (Inner Light/Harrison)"
Though not my favorite Beatle composer, George wrote some wonderful melodies. Specifically speaking, I am referring to “My Sweet Lord”, and “The Inner Light”. Listening to these melodies is always so enchanting. However, listening to these songs always leaves me wondering if there are better ways to spend my time than listening to George Harrison’s Krishna anthems.
Many will say that it is really not that bad. It is just music. I would agree with them except that every time I listen to these songs, my mind wonders. Did George ever get a chance to learn about the real Christ? Did he get a chance to understand that Christ claimed to be the only way to God? Did he really take the time to understand the Karmic law and its dismissal of evil and pain? If Christ is truly the God of the universe, how could George, being a non-Christian, write such beautiful melodies, and not see Christ? But since speculation does not advance the kingdom of God, this doesn’t help me much.
George believed that all ways point to God and that God has many names. However, it is obvious that he chose not to call him Jesus or praise him with "Hallelujah," but rather with "Hare Krishna.” If it were true that they were the same, why choose Hare Krishna? One is better, isn’t it?
If it is true that all ways lead to Heaven, then Christians will get there. However if Jesus is the only way to God; then, we must study his claims carefully and open our hearts to him and accept his gift.
If you have any words of wisdom, leave a comment.
Resources:
- 2 Corinthians 11:4-6 (Who is a false Jesus?)
- Krishna.org: George Harrison Interview: Hare Krishna Mantra--There's Nothing Higher (1982).
- Christian And Jewish Responses To ISKCON: Dialogue Or Diatribe?
- More on George & Christ
11 comments
I really thought George Harrison was a christian. If he was then why he didn't say that he is praising "Jesus"? So in the end, was he a Christian or not? Or was he hailing Indian gods? 
Hi Kana,No He wasn't. None of the Beatles are or were Christian from what we know about them.
Actually there are rumours and few sources that George converted to christianity before he died.Maybe we will see true answer someday.
I heard rumors too. He was a very nice guy. I hope he did well and hope to see him in heaven. Just Jesus knows for certain. 
The Beatles all seemed to get an attitude towards Christianity after the "We are more popular than Christ" comment during a tour to America. They played in sleezy bars in Europe before they made it big. I believe Harrison knew the truth, but he sure as heck didn't live his life for Jesus Christ. This brings up a very serious debate called "once saved always saved".
I agree. I wonder how George will be portrayed on the new Oliver Stone movie coming on HBO later this year. 
actually if you read this post, It really leans towards him converting http://drbobk.blogspot.com/2007/04/george-harrison-conversion-to.htmlI have also heard that it was a Brazilian pastor who was able to convert George when he had cancer later in his life, just a few months before his death. This was because a friend of George's who is a brazilian formula 1 race car driver (i forgot his name) knew this pastor and set up the encounter. I hope he really did stay a Christian, I hope he is in Heaven. But imagine this, If it was possible for George, the Beatle who was most involved with hinduism to convert, there could be an easier chance for Paul McCartney to convert. I pray that he does while there is still time.
Hi Anna, thanks for the link. Yes, i too hope to see George up in heaven. Only God knows what might have become of him.
George Harrison did indeed die a christian which is a huge relief for me. Bob Spitz had wrote the The Beatles Bio and on page 567 it said that George had converted to christianity before his death. Bob Spitz had found this out by talking to George Harrison months before his death but could not use him as a source because of something with the Harrison Estates. But he died a christian which is the only thing that matters. Thank you Lord. 
I agree with *elijah* I recently read the same article that had to do with George Harrison's religion. I also read an article entitled, "Why I've turned to God at 70, by reformed Ringo Starr... that's 44 years after Lennon said the Beatles were bigger than Jesus!" Go to this link and it mentions his converting to Christianity! http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1248085/Why-Ive-turned-God-70-reformed-Ringo-Starr.html
As for Paul McCartney it clearly states his religion in an underrated album called, "Chaos and Creation in the Backyard." Which I own currently. One song in paticular is, "Follow Me!"
The song's message basically has to do with more people to follow Christ.
As for John Lennon I read extremely grand articles that had to do with his religion and one really inspired me. I do not remember the link, but it is located on www.cbn.com
That is all I have to mention about the Beatles religion!!!
Thanks for the update. It looks like Ringo might have become religious but not a Christian? i didn't see any claims to that. I also read that Bob Dylan reverted to Judaism? That's interesting too. I never heard that before.
Thanks for sharing.
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