Society & Culture - 7 June 2007

2007-06-07 03:40:19 · 9 answers · asked by p_a_m_i_e 1 in Languages

2007-06-07 03:38:54 · 1 answers · asked by Jenny 1 in Languages

From the sound of things online, it sounds like most atheists here understand why theists would WANT to believe in their respective gods -- it would be GREAT to think that our suffering serves some ultimate purpose, that we will be rewarded for being good people, and the wicked will get their comeuppance.

But I put it to the theists -- do YOU understand why most atheists feel COMPELLED to deny your scripture? Why the "personal revelation" you experience is not a convincing argument, considering human beings' innate knack for self deception? Why the contradiction-riddled holy books, that by your own admission will only make sense AFTER you make up your mind that they MUST be right, are a dubious source of information to us? Why scientific method and principle, with its inherent self-correcting mechanisms and admission of imperfect knowledge, seem like a better means of understanding the universe to us than inflexible dogma that doesn't reflect our expanding knowledge base?

2007-06-07 03:35:24 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Muslims are sensitive to criticism, but are ultra sensitive to self-criticism. We know the radical terrorists can never question honestly the principles of their faith, but can the moderates do so and can they admit the role of the Qur'an in the propagation of violence?

2007-06-07 03:34:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why or why not?

2007-06-07 03:34:26 · 31 answers · asked by cujo931 1 in Religion & Spirituality

and is it getting better or worse?

2007-06-07 03:34:22 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

Or does it really annoy you when people put random numbers into sentences?

2007-06-07 03:32:35 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

Not some tyrant with an eternal roasting oven for the naughty kids in class; but instead a truly loving creator-type who somehow rewarded his creation with a utopian afterlife. Would you want a god like that to exist?

2007-06-07 03:32:15 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

When we talk of world peace, what we really mean is peace only in the civilized western world right? Christians don't really care about the heathens,nonbelievers and forestdwellers in 3rd world countries like Asia, Africa and the middle east right? Is this an incorrect statement?

2007-06-07 03:31:47 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I don't think that there are enough Mormons for them to get their guy in the White House. I know that Romney doesn't have a chance because of his far right beliefs. He would let his extremist morals run his decision making. He hasn't been a Senator for long so we can't use his Senate record as a defense. He probably would try to get Roe vs. Wade overturned.

Like most Americans I wouldn't vote for a Mormon in the White House on principle but I see nothing wrong with him serving his country as a Senator. There are plenty of extremist Senators (ie. Byrd). But what do you think? Would Mitt Romney have to change his religion to win the election?

2007-06-07 03:29:16 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Ok so I'm a black girl...(nothing that entirely has to do with this). I started wearing black eye-makeup, then black nail polish. then all of a sudden I started liking a couple of rock bands. I wear all black-oufits from time-to-time (and since I grew up mainly with black people I mix in that style) then I found a black wrist band and now I wear it like all the time. For some reason I even changed my hair style too! (Just to let you know this all took place veryyy slowly.) Now whats worse about this whole thing is that someone called me emo. I was just changing my style and tell you the truth I like it...Alot. To point out the fact I was called 'emo' is wayyy wrong cause first I'm too happy to be emo (even if its not all about saddness and depression).

Personally I hate sterotypes, I be who I wanna be, its just that I happen to be wearing black, like rock, etc etc that throws people off. What do ya'll think about this?

2007-06-07 03:29:16 · 9 answers · asked by nikk305 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

like peter-answers,but one that works?

2007-06-07 03:29:11 · 8 answers · asked by sophie c 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Since everyone has it wrong but you, what is it?

2007-06-07 03:28:17 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Charles Darwin, the man who wrote "The Origin of Species" and "The Descent of Man" was in fact a Christian. In fact it was his belief in God that lead to his understanding of evolution. On a trip to the Galápagos Islands he noticed that on each different island there were species of birds that were almost identical except for the fact that their beaks were different sizes. He realised that there beaks were suited to their diets. Because of his belief in God he reasoned it must be an adaption rather than God having designed them specifically like that as it would mean God was incredibly lazy and not at all creative, as he thought God was fantastic.

Does this information make evolution more acceptable to you Christians out there?

2007-06-07 03:26:50 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Not just beef but lamb etc...?
Q #2: What are your religions dietary laws?

Yes, the question belongs here, some ppl have religions that are very specific as to what can go in their bodies.

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By the way, I saw some new brand of beef on TV the other day. It is made in the panhandle of TX and is supposed to be certified 'grass fed' --I guess it is some new thing. Plus, meat is much more healthy when it comes from an animal that was fed grass. They said it was going to be sold in Tom Thumb...don't know how far out they will be distributing it if any one is interested.

2007-06-07 03:24:08 · 9 answers · asked by Sassafrass 6 in Religion & Spirituality

It's damaging the world, not making it better.

2007-06-07 03:24:08 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

i really want to take some serious lessons in those languages but i still have to focus on one particular language.

2007-06-07 03:23:44 · 15 answers · asked by curlers 1 in Languages

trying to provide proof?

2007-06-07 03:23:24 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Could Jesus heat a pie SO hot that even He Himself could not eat it?

2007-06-07 03:22:26 · 19 answers · asked by shladvic 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Just wondering. I like all kinds

2007-06-07 03:21:33 · 21 answers · asked by Mike V 1 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

does anyone think there will be peace when there is so much conflict that seems to be fueled by religous matters. religion is a good thing in many ways but do you think the good outweigh the bad if it means there might never be world peace.

2007-06-07 03:21:26 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-07 03:21:19 · 17 answers · asked by gypsey 3 in Religion & Spirituality

God created Adam and Eve. They had two sons named Caine and Able. Caine killed Able. So where did we all come from?

2007-06-07 03:20:50 · 20 answers · asked by Mezmarelda 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-07 03:19:35 · 17 answers · asked by C R 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Why don't people buy American anymore? This country used to be so faithful to our products, but now we resort to foreign made goods, which in turn makes us take jobs from our own people.
Why don't you buy American?

2007-06-07 03:19:35 · 16 answers · asked by Mary A 4 in Other - Society & Culture

I did something I shouldnt have. Something that I hadnt done for quite awhile. The temptation got me. Satan got me. Now I feel horrible. I guess it's a good thing though because that mean's I am truly sorry for what I have done and forgiveness is available. Because it was a private sin there is no need to specify just what it is I did but regardless I feel better by telling people. Please pray for me that I might get back on track and avoid sin whenever I'm tempted.

thank you.

2007-06-07 03:19:12 · 16 answers · asked by Miss Understood 2 in Religion & Spirituality

This particularly seems to be the case with the evolution debate.

Atheists provide mountains of evidence, and the fundamentalists just go, "but I have my faith"............which includes using bible references, as belief in the bible can only be based on faith.

Why don't they realise that the burden of proof as to whether or not god exists really lies with them, and that faith does not satisfy the burden of proof?

2007-06-07 03:18:59 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

is there differences between "has become" and "has became"
can you make me some examples.

2007-06-07 03:18:46 · 9 answers · asked by jessica y 1 in Languages

What would be a generous but not excessive amount to offer? We'll be gone for 15 days, and we're asking her to spend about 10-15 minutes a day watering potted plants and veggies in our garden. She lives directly across the street. We're in an urban area, if that makes any difference in the rates for such things.

Thanks.

2007-06-07 03:16:13 · 14 answers · asked by zilmag 7 in Etiquette

I am Atheist but I know what Christianity is about (I was raised Catholic). I know what it means to be "Christ-like" so why do I see so many people misrepresenting their faith on Yahoo Answers R&S section?

Christians are taught to be understanding, compassionate, tolerant, forgiving, caring, etc. so why is it that I don't see much of that at all here?

Take a moment to think and reflect on how you represent your religion and answer this question: When you visit this forum, are you a positive representative of your faith, or are you setting a bad example for all who follow your beliefs?

2007-06-07 03:15:29 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality