Society & Culture - 24 July 2006

2006-07-24 16:51:45 · 4 answers · asked by darwin 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Or where I can find it?

2006-07-24 16:50:30 · 9 answers · asked by pumpkin 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Because, you know, I've been looking over the bible recently, and I've realized that it doesn't make a great deal of sense. There are countless hypocricies and errors within the novel, contradictions made by Jesus himself, as well as statements that are completely impossible. What sort of merciful God would make a race capable of deciding matters on it's own, then punish them after they display a bit of independance? Why do we experiance an eternity of pain for a finate series of sins? If people are imperfect, why is the Pope infallable?

Anyone wanna try to convince me that everything is fine and that the bible is perfect?

2006-07-24 16:49:54 · 32 answers · asked by picsnap 3 in Religion & Spirituality

My Boyfriend and I are having a debate...don't ask :-p

2006-07-24 16:49:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-07-24 16:49:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

I was never baptized so what is going to happen to me when i die?

2006-07-24 16:49:44 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Millions of men, women and children around the world are forced to lead lives as slaves. Although this exploitation is often not called slavery, the conditions are the same. People are sold like objects, forced to work for little or no pay and are at the mercy of their 'employers'.
Slavery exists today despite the fact that it is banned in most of the countries where it is practised. It is also prohibited by the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the 1956 UN Supplementary Convention on the Abolition of Slavery, the Slave Trade and Institutions and Practices Similar to Slavery. Women from eastern Europe are bonded into prostitution, children are trafficked between West African countries and men are forced to work as slaves on Brazilian agricultural estates. Contemporary slavery takes various forms and affects people of all ages, sex and race.
http://www.antislavery.org/

Women and children are kidnapped everyday and sold into slavery particulary for sexual exploitation.

2006-07-24 16:49:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

Somewhere in the new testament Jesus is speaking, I beleive to his disciples and is talking about his second coming. He says something like it will be within the lifetime of some of those present. Does anyone please know which book and verse this is?
Thank you in anticipation

2006-07-24 16:49:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This verse is directed at Muslims. Please read it and talk about how you feel. Please mention your faith as well. Thanks in advance!

[5.82] Certainly you will find the most violent of people in enmity for those who believe (to be) the Jews and those who are polytheists, and you will certainly find the nearest in friendship to those who believe (to be) those who say: We are Christians; this is because there are priests and monks among them and because they do not behave proudly.

2006-07-24 16:48:59 · 23 answers · asked by Mustafa 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Where in the bible does it say:

"She is dancing away from you now
...she was just a wish
And her memory is all that is left for you now"

Were those lines talking about Salome?

2006-07-24 16:45:57 · 12 answers · asked by PinkNightmare 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Even if you are a different religion?

2006-07-24 16:45:54 · 31 answers · asked by devinshell 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-24 16:44:39 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

It provides little notes on the sides of the scripture. Handy when you get in debates with people who don't know what they're talking about.

http://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/

2006-07-24 16:44:39 · 6 answers · asked by Seth 4 in Religion & Spirituality

I heard a woman talk about her story today. Her husband left her, her mother recently died, and she is being forced out of her home. I don't have a place for her to stay, but I want to give her money to help out, and so does my brother.

Jesus tells us to take care of those in need, and as a Christian, I feel a strong desire to help those in need.

But with so many scams out there (especially on the internet), how can I know if the money I give away is actually going to someone in need and not just somebody in greed?

And please, no anti-Christian statements please... they are not helpful.

2006-07-24 16:43:42 · 26 answers · asked by Wondering 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I heard a woman talk about her story today. Her husband left her, her mother recently died, and she is being forced out of her home. I don't have a place for her to stay, but I want to give her money to help out, and so does my brother.

Jesus tells us to take care of those in need, and as a Christian, I feel a strong desire to help those in need.

But with so many scams out there (especially on the internet), how can I know if the money I give away is actually going to someone in need and not just somebody in greed?

And please, no anti-Christian statements please... they are not helpful.

2006-07-24 16:43:10 · 8 answers · asked by Wondering 2 in Community Service

It is patently obvious that it is being used by uneducated and stupid people, both young and old, as a forum. Therefore, close it, reopen, bring in membership rules, minimum age etc. Use the, not three, but two strikes and you're out rule and we'll have a site of wonderful elucidation!

2006-07-24 16:42:53 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Community Service

I am Wiccan and I have found that most Chritians (those who beilve in God) think that i am a Satan worshiper just because i dont belive what they belive. I studyed many religions before i desided apon Wicca. And I never got any other relion like i get Wicca. And by the way if you are Chrisian there is absolutly no satan/devil in Wicca. so how can i worship him??

2006-07-24 16:42:44 · 27 answers · asked by naightengale 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-24 16:41:41 · 20 answers · asked by anomaly 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-24 16:40:54 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

We have a healthy sex life, I just fancy shaking things up a bit and trying new stuff. Any ideas?

2006-07-24 16:40:11 · 14 answers · asked by Karen S 3 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I have been observing. I noticed straight men like to watch sexy men playing soccer and gay men like to watch sexy women in Miss Universe. Why? Isn't it supposed to be vice versa?

2006-07-24 16:39:57 · 9 answers · asked by ed s 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I just accepted jesus into my heart OH GLORY HALLAMYTHA PRAISE BE TO THE MYTH HE HAS RISEN FOR THE RETARDS TO BELIEVE IN MYTH BE WITH YOU AND ALSO WITH YOU

2006-07-24 16:39:51 · 22 answers · asked by O'Hare 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-07-24 16:39:49 · 10 answers · asked by Jeremy W 2 in Other - Society & Culture

He says that saying "thank you" is enough. This is embarassing to me in social situations.

2006-07-24 16:39:31 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

It doesn't matter if I am one of not, but I cannot stand it when someone asks. If I respond with "I'm not telling you," or "That's kind of private..." most people think I am a virgin and I am trying to make some lame attempt to make them think I want them to wonder. It usually backfires.
I've also tried telling them straight up "no" or "yes", just to see if they'll stop. It doesn't work. If you tell them you are a virgin, they'll ask why I don't want to have sex, why girls don't like me, and stuff. If I tell them I am not a virgin, they ask me to go into explicit explanations of my sexual ventures. I don't even see how discussing virginity is appropriate in any situation-- even with some of your good friends. I find it especially awkward when it is a girl asking me. I just feel a little violated.
I know some people who would post their virginity status on a billboard if they could, but not me.
What's a good response for the "Are you a virgin?" question?
Thanks for your input, guys

2006-07-24 16:39:00 · 22 answers · asked by doubled254 3 in Etiquette

Do you think that people are not afraid to show it because this is an internet site and there is some anonymity? I am shocked in this day and age at some of the opinions I read here.

Don't get me wrong, everyone has a right to their opinion and to speak their mind. I respect that. I'm just wondering because I don't run into this many blatantly racist people in my real life!

2006-07-24 16:38:46 · 23 answers · asked by Becca 5 in Other - Society & Culture

I think i opened one once.

2006-07-24 16:38:41 · 15 answers · asked by Mustafa 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I came out about a year ago, and I've been taking that time to let others adjust to the change. Now, I'm really looking for a boyfriend. How do I go about getting one? I go the bars and clubs, and there are a lot of cute/hot guys there, but I'm really just looking for a steady boyfriend. What can I do? It's frustrating seeing couples and no singles.

2006-07-24 16:38:13 · 7 answers · asked by igarbage 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-07-24 16:36:43 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

I want to look them up and read them

2006-07-24 16:36:37 · 25 answers · asked by Ames 2 in Religion & Spirituality