That statement reflects the deep admiration some members of the Bitcoin community have for Satoshi Nakamoto — the creator of a decentralized monetary system with the potential to fundamentally reshape our understanding of value, power, and personal freedom. However, the idea of “praising him as a saint or god” also shows a tendency to deify this figure, which can be both inspiring and risky.
From a critical perspective, deifying an individual — even Satoshi — can go against the very spirit of Bitcoin’s decentralization. The system was designed to function independently of any single person, including its creator.
From an inspirational standpoint, seeing Satoshi as a “saintly” figure may be a way to express deep appreciation for someone who gave the world such a powerful tool for empowerment — especially for those marginalized by traditional financial systems.
What are your thoughts on deifying Satoshi — does it serve as a symbolic gesture, or could it steer the Bitcoin philosophy away from its core ideals of freedom and decentralization?
Vhtech777
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2025-05-02 09:28:38
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