Society & Culture - 25 November 2006

I was wondering if anyone had read any of the 'Lost Gospel of Aramethea?...I know there were some exerpts circulating on the internet...does anyone have any info at all?I would much appreciate.

2006-11-25 12:02:05 · 3 answers · asked by odysseus96 2 in Religion & Spirituality

There is a lot of things that happen on earth and in heaven that aren't in the Bible, and just because it's not, don't mean that it's not true, I get some of my beliefs from my experiences and others- sources.
If I write something in my question or answer a question, it's true from what I ascertain from my perspective, beliefs-experiences and sources.
example... when I say that there is a copper color fruit in heaven that you can eat, that gives you strenght to withstand God's glory.
It's not in the Bible, but I know it's true.... I wouldn't write it if I didn't think it was true.
So what is your perspective, thoughts on this subject of question?

Love and Peace be with you!

2006-11-25 12:00:13 · 25 answers · asked by inteleyes 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I've read that term a couple of times here today, as criticism for using the abbreviation "XMas." Here is the origin of this usage:

http://www.cresourcei.org/symbols/xmasor...

It reads, in part:

"Abbreviations used as Christian symbols have a long history in the church. The letters of the word "Christ" in Greek, the language in which the New Testament was written, or various titles for Jesus early became symbols of Christ and Christianity. For example, the first two letters of the word Christ (cristoV, or as it would be written in older manuscripts, CRISTOS) are the Greek letters chi (c or C) and rho (r or R)...a symbol that by the fourth century became part of the official standard of the emperor Constantine....by the fifteenth century Xmas emerged as a widely used symbol for Christmas....there is no grand scheme to dilute Christianity by promoting the use of Xmas..."

I'm aware this is not a question and will be deleted, but I thought it was worth sharing.

: )

2006-11-25 11:58:40 · 21 answers · asked by Chickyn in a Handbasket 6 in Religion & Spirituality

They joined the largest corporation in the world purely for financial and influencial gain. The govt. new that if people didnt question their religon they would question their government if they were together. Your love cant even be recognised without conforming to government regulations now. That was the most unholy of joinings and no christian will even speak of it.

2006-11-25 11:57:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

As in tonight, so come with it quick :) thanks

2006-11-25 11:57:07 · 2 answers · asked by miska 2 in Mythology & Folklore

2006-11-25 11:56:33 · 17 answers · asked by Michael Kairos 1 in Christmas

is there any difference in usage between the formal and infrmal I love you in french?

2006-11-25 11:55:34 · 10 answers · asked by otamolloy 2 in Languages

I followed the Therevada sect, and I am curious if it is ever acceptable to tell 'little white lies' to my friends for the sakes of their feelings. Given that in certain situations nothing will be gained by my honesty, but if I tell them the truth, it would hurt them. Also, is it fair to lie for a friend in any circumstaces?

2006-11-25 11:55:01 · 12 answers · asked by Brian 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-11-25 11:54:46 · 12 answers · asked by BRADLEY J 1 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-11-25 11:54:40 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

My Aunt died and she will not have that many flowers at her funeral. I feel bad because I cannot afford the $50 - 150 that flowers cost from FTD florists. I was wondering if I could carry them in a bag and place them in the office when you first walk in. That way the funeral home would place them in the room where my aunt is.

I am embarassed at the thought, however I cannot afford to send flowers. Am I better off going empty handed?

Also to add, My aunt lives in a very low populated area and I dont think she will have many flowers. I would love to see a few sent flowers around her, especially for my cousin's sake.

2006-11-25 11:54:08 · 11 answers · asked by galbee 3 in Etiquette

2006-11-25 11:52:09 · 10 answers · asked by precede2005 5 in Other - Society & Culture

I have two, Oh Holy Night and I want a Hippopotamus for Christmas. I am down loading music and looking for ideas.

2006-11-25 11:51:36 · 26 answers · asked by Jester 5 in Christmas

whos ur favroite greek god? and y? mines is posidion.

2006-11-25 11:50:24 · 17 answers · asked by sam r 2 in Mythology & Folklore

Silly Pope wants to talk to people from that "other culture" who dont share the same views of pacifism, love or peace and reconciliation. This Pope better understand's the "religion of peace" better than the last, but even he still doesnt get it.

Absolutely nothing can come of this visit other than another Jihadist shotting another Pope. Thats it...thats all that can happen.

2006-11-25 11:49:55 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Many Christians believe that God sends people to hell for eteranal torment and grief. Forever tortured in the flames of hell. The candiates include even their own family members.

How many Christians out there are so eager to send their "unsaved" family and friends to this type of eternity? Probably none. But their all loving God is very willing. He is the just the kind of mean, nasty, vendictive God that will send their moms, brothers, sisters and children to eternal damnation when they themselves would not. Are Christians more loving and compassionate than their God?

2006-11-25 11:48:39 · 33 answers · asked by johnatplayct 3 in Religion & Spirituality

im new to yahoo answers....a love to party and shopping, and cooking, and traveling and meeting people and worshiping. i need avery unique thing to do....to put a smile on my FACE.

2006-11-25 11:47:31 · 4 answers · asked by Ulex N 1 in Other - Holidays

Would it send a message if Christians didn't buy these kind of cards.I have found it hard to even find cards with the word Christmas on them.I believe it's just one more way of making this an ungodly nation.

2006-11-25 11:46:41 · 29 answers · asked by don_steele54 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I've been EXTREMELY disturbed recently w/ new issues rising about Racism, Religious Wars, and other social disasters that's destroying humanity and a bright future for us all to just, basically, get along! Young Caucasian American boys vandalizing predominent Black Churches w/ Racial Slurs and committing hate crimes (Not all of course), Our Black Men are dying to the streets instead of dying to get an Education (Not all because I know numerous intelligent Black Men), Black Women are dying from HIV/AIDS, Harassment for being in an Interracial Relationship from EVERY culture, or being harassed for Homosexuality, and etc. It is time for us to all step up as one and say STOP! Instead of bringing each other down w/ stereotypes and misconceptions, we need to open our minds and hearts and appreciate other cultures and not look down on someone who doesnt look like you! It's time for a change, and I would love to hear EVERY honest opinion from EVERY ethnic background. Thank You!

2006-11-25 11:46:19 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

I've had this website address on this site before but I guess not everyone saw it. So here's another chance for those grieving the loss of a furry friend. The truth is they do go to Heaven. God does have plans for our pets and when they die, because they are sinless they do go to Heaven. Visit the following website
http://www.ourchurch.com/member/w/w_lasalle/

2006-11-25 11:46:01 · 14 answers · asked by William E 2 in Religion & Spirituality

My estimate would be 80% going by personal experience.

2006-11-25 11:46:00 · 25 answers · asked by ? 3 in Other - Cultures & Groups

I'm writing T.I. a fan letter becoz I'm jus trippin ova his sexxi *** self and I don't exactly know wut to do write to him.

2006-11-25 11:45:48 · 12 answers · asked by ti_4eva 1 in Etiquette

Yeah.. i know he is nott real iv known tht 4 like 3-5 years and like idk how 2 git mi parents to admit and i wanna know where they hide tha stupid gifts lol im always curius so yeah... any advice?

2006-11-25 11:45:12 · 8 answers · asked by SteelerCheerChick 1 in Other - Holidays

I believe Jesus was born during the Jewish feast of Tabernacles.
It is happy celebration and a time of joy and rejoicing. Jesus is our joy. This makes sense.

The Feast of Tabernacles, also called Booths, comes on the fifteenth of Tishri (September-October), the seventh month according to the Jewish (biblical) calendar.

Why? John the Baptist was born during Passover. The angel Gabriel came to Mary to tell her about Jesus in Elizabeth's six month of pregnancy. (luke 1:26)

So three months later John the Baptist was born. Add 8 days for the Passover celebration. Then 6 months less 8 days later, you are SMACK in the middle of the feast of tabernacles. A feast of Joy, comes Jesus. That is why all the rooms were gone in Bethlehem too.

PLUS, the Christmas day and the tree are all Pagan of origin and have nothing to do with Jesus. (Jerimiah)

It is not wrong to celebrate Christ's birth any day. Just trying to let you know, he was born in the feast of joy!

thoughts?

amen.

2006-11-25 11:44:04 · 8 answers · asked by ? 4 in Christmas

I believe Jesus was born during the Jewish feast of Tabernacles.
It is happy celebration and a time of joy and rejoicing. Jesus is our joy. This makes sense.

The Feast of Tabernacles, also called Booths, comes on the fifteenth of Tishri (September-October), the seventh month according to the Jewish (biblical) calendar.

Why? John the Baptist was born during Passover. The angel Gabriel came to Mary to tell her about Jesus in Elizabeth's six month of pregnancy. (luke 1:26)

So three months later John the Baptist was born. Add 8 days for the Passover celebration. Then 6 months less 8 days later, you are SMACK in the middle of the feast of tabernacles. A feast of Joy, comes Jesus. That is why all the rooms were gone in Bethlehem too.

PLUS, the Christmas day and the tree are all Pagan of origin and have nothing to do with Jesus. (Jerimiah)

It is not wrong to celebrate Christ's birth any day. Just trying to let you know, he was born in the feast of joy!

thoughts?

amen.

2006-11-25 11:43:36 · 24 answers · asked by ? 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Among our daily encounters, I noticed an interesting observation. Like to see if yours like what I see.

2006-11-25 11:43:08 · 16 answers · asked by Bill H 3 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2006-11-25 11:43:04 · 1 answers · asked by D. r 1 in Other - Holidays

I celebrated 2 years of soberity on Thanksgiving day. (The 23rd doesn't always fall on Thanksgiving Day). I have alot to be thankful for. Do you?

2006-11-25 11:42:13 · 8 answers · asked by Mittys Momma 2 in Thanksgiving

When comparing weed and alcohol, alcohol kills many people. Weed on the other hand is only a fraction when compared side by side. Many people die for an alcohol OverDose compared to none ever reported bying from a marijuana overdose. What does that tell you? And there is no scientific records that lead to brain damage from regular use of marijuana. You cant say that about alcohol. Most people say weed is bad because you smoke it, well many people who use marijuana medically use a vaporizor instead of just lighting up a Joint. This only releases a few chemicals mainly just Thc so they aren't at a great risk of getting cancer when compared to a ciggerette. Im just wondering what people really know about marijuana just do some research and youll learn that it isn't bad compared to alcohol or ciggerettes

2006-11-25 11:41:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

Among our daily encounters, I noticed an interesting observation. Like to see if yours like what I see.

2006-11-25 11:40:25 · 10 answers · asked by Bill H 3 in Other - Cultures & Groups