Society & Culture - 14 June 2006

for accepting me. but i have a problem. being an unbeliever for ages, i was used to badmouthing, cussing etc.. i know i willl get rid of it in due time.

can i use other words like "Darth dammit!" or for Jaba's sake?

2006-06-14 19:51:14 · 10 answers · asked by alfrepheus 1 in Religion & Spirituality

After going to a "Catholic" school for 12 years, I've not only denounced my faith, but realized that I agree with almost everything Zen Buddhsts teach. My question is, how can I become a Buddhist as well as practice the teachings.

2006-06-14 19:51:14 · 8 answers · asked by millionknives153 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-06-14 19:46:16 · 20 answers · asked by yoyodda 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Here is a funny comeback to use when a creationist says that they don't believe in evolution:

"That's fine. The theory of evolution doesn't care whether or not you believe in it. The theory of evolution won't damn you to eternal hellfire for the sin of disbelief, and the theory of evolution won't severely punish your children for your sins."

It's much more effective than trying to educate them because they twist, distort and ignore scientific evidence anyway, and the look on their faces is priceless.

2006-06-14 19:46:09 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

tell me why.

2006-06-14 19:43:20 · 38 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-06-14 19:42:52 · 37 answers · asked by hotmooon_13 1 in Valentine's Day

1 Corinthians 8:4
As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we kow that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is none of her God but One.

Does this mean it wrong to have them in the church?

2006-06-14 19:42:03 · 11 answers · asked by ? 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Tattoo is really nice skull and snake w/roses 1/2 sleeve.

2006-06-14 19:40:24 · 16 answers · asked by joyce e 1 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-06-14 19:39:52 · 35 answers · asked by Felicia Fox 6 in Other - Society & Culture

I was just listening to Deborah Cox' song "Absolutely Not" and in it there is a part she says:
"..If I go to work in a mini-skirt
Am I givin' you the right to flirt?"

Which kinda begs the question... who determines the flirting.

I mean, should you have the say on who hits on you? Or are you fair game to whoever dares to attempt to win your attentions?

2006-06-14 19:39:32 · 12 answers · asked by Cain 4 in Etiquette

2006-06-14 19:39:06 · 28 answers · asked by Kumar 5 in Mythology & Folklore

2006-06-14 19:37:42 · 14 answers · asked by Da 2 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-06-14 19:37:15 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-06-14 19:36:29 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

i personally have no real religion. i just believe in the things that i feel makes the most sence. i basicly look at every religion, listen to what people think and mix it all with science and logic. my beliefs change on a regulare basis whenever something makes more sence than what i previously believed. i am open to every ones theories so feel free to give me alife story on what you think of. you never know if something you believe in makes more sence than what i do.

remember that i am just looking for the right word to describe my veiw of religion. like people will say "i'm catholic" or "i'm wiccan" or "i'm budist". i want to be able to say " i'm ???? i have my own beliefs". after you give me the word i am looking for then you can feel free to tell me your ideas. thank you.

after writing believe so meny times i just reliesed that believe has the word lie in it...interesting, lol.

2006-06-14 19:34:27 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Looking at another religious based question I saw. I got to thinking. Why does religion, specifically Christianity followers, focus on negativity and threats. It's always about sins, judgement, feeling terrible about yourself. I only seem to see dedicated followers focus on absolutely damning statements.

I don't go to Church but I know the following from just keeping my ears open.
Examples:
"Suicide is a ticket to hell" no matter the reason and I don't care if you are retarted or were brutally beaten, raped, and shot 5 times and will now live life blind, unable to walk, needing 24/7 monitoring, etc...

"You are a sinner", just admit it and ask for forgiveness. Doesn't matter if your a monk who worships Jesus and has never had sex and you spent the majority of your life loving, donating your time for goos causes, and teaching others. You had one bad thought today, so you are a sinner.

Why is negativity the focus of Christianity?

2006-06-14 19:34:13 · 20 answers · asked by Mitch 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-06-14 19:33:05 · 4 answers · asked by vojdani 1 in Languages

i am sorry. i want to believe now. im sorry for all the troubles and hurts that i caused you. may GOD forgive me , and please forgive me too. everyone who accept my apology please say yes. please.

and may i find peace in christianity.

2006-06-14 19:31:56 · 25 answers · asked by alfrepheus 1 in Religion & Spirituality

What gives the charity revelance and how do we know they operate legimately. Where does all the funds go, and Can we ask as the people to where that money goes. Is it really ok-ay to give the charities directors big monetary salaries, When they say they are supporting children, medical needs, third world problems, etc. I know I feel that the CEO or President of some charities make more than a government official, so where does the funds go, to what they are really saying, Please give as much feedback, and How should they operate, yes I know theres advertising, office supplies, etc, But I think all proceeds should go to the directive of that charity not the people who are working for it.

2006-06-14 19:29:40 · 8 answers · asked by littleniketa 1 in Community Service

2006-06-14 19:29:37 · 16 answers · asked by david m 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-06-14 19:29:11 · 5 answers · asked by Debbie K 1 in Other - Society & Culture

people do diffrent things i just looking for some more ideas.

2006-06-14 19:29:10 · 18 answers · asked by burningsoloist 2 in Etiquette

If Jesus died for the sins of the believers, then does it mean every christian is free to do any thing as heaven is already promised, isn't it very attractive package?

2006-06-14 19:28:48 · 13 answers · asked by imran 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Unique New York

I just can't!!!

2006-06-14 19:28:03 · 10 answers · asked by LadyRebecca 6 in Other - Society & Culture

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2006-06-14 19:26:10 · 7 answers · asked by abjad 4 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-06-14 19:26:00 · 4 answers · asked by EOZ 1 in Other - Society & Culture

even its not make sence
God is life for infinty

2006-06-14 19:25:20 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I have asked this question few days before. But received very insane answers. Under any circumstances, christianity doesn't possess spirituality. Its an organisation which collects money from people and "help" poor. And there is nothing other than this. They need poor people. If there is no poor people in this world, christianity will disappear. To me (and to all), spiritualism is not helping poor. Spiritualism should: teach religious tolerance, teach universal brotherhood, teach non-violence, teach not to preach, teach the truth, teach intelligence etc. etc. Since, these so called christians doesn't possess these qualities, they dropped nuclear bombs, smashed Iraq, conquered poor countries and do all sorts of nonsenses. Above all, the highest head - the pope - will keep dump. He will not "order" to stop these. Then why is he there? To collect money from people and "help" poor? A money raising manager? What is his job? I dont understand......pls help.

2006-06-14 19:24:30 · 15 answers · asked by murali_siddharth 2 in Religion & Spirituality

This is Calvin. I know that some characteristics I described will probably not occure. What are the things that need to be included in your life to make it wonderful?

For example, in our society life would be wonderful if crime doesn't exist, no gangsters, no mean people (all nice people and their sensitivity), no income tax, a society consist of encountering sensitive and friendly people only, no unfairness in life, no quarrels, and hardly ever any problems we face in life.

How about you?

2006-06-14 19:22:40 · 2 answers · asked by caltam84 3 in Other - Society & Culture

I was born in South America but live in the US raised Catholic. When asked what my ethnicity is I don't say I'm Catholic.

2006-06-14 19:22:07 · 22 answers · asked by empowered2008 3 in Religion & Spirituality