Society & Culture - 15 June 2007

The USA is currently engaging in a War on Terror.

Now, terrorism is defined as "the calculated use of violence (or the THREAT of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear." (Princeton University Dictionary)

So, by this very definition, the Christian teaching that non-belief in God leads directly to Hell is a "calculated threat of (eternal) violence" in order to attain a "religious goal" - conversion of ALL PEOPLE to the Christian way, via "instilling fear."

So, since Christianity is obviously a terroristic organization, as defined by the above definition (which, I understand might upset some Christians - but please do not hold that against me - Im only pointing out the obvious...) WHEN IS THE US GOVT GOING TO START FIGHTING CHRISTIANITY??? This is homegrown terrorism that needs to stop!

2007-06-15 10:28:20 · 13 answers · asked by ? 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-15 10:28:09 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

Your probably wondering what this has to do with religion. Well I'll tell you. I figure if i make up some stupid crap that only makes sense to me then maybe just maybe in 2000 years I'll be considered a prophet.
Hey!!!!If your there in 2000 years to prove me wrong then I'll apologize!!!!! Haters

2007-06-15 10:27:52 · 14 answers · asked by pillsbury_whiteboy 2 in Religion & Spirituality

We can see distant galaxy's with the huble space telescope, but we still ain't sure what pluto is! Is it ice or rock, could it be a large space station built by the Gods who flew in many ancient cultures writings! Unexplained objects seen by thousands, 98% are considered hoaxes but what about the other 2%? I've seen things myself in my long years, once I watched a explosion in space it was quite a sight! Five of us seen it but we were kids and the local military denied the possibility, we never mentioned it to any one so some adults must have seen it and asked, I suppose!
We can fly to the moon but we can't stand on the bottom of our own oceans! Or can we? Yes the pressures would be strong but how much pressure can titanium with hold!
I still say with all my mind that it would be stupid to think this ball of dust we live on is the only source of life in all of space!
So are we alone? And yes I asked R&S on purpose!

2007-06-15 10:27:04 · 18 answers · asked by Silent watcher of fools 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-15 10:24:39 · 21 answers · asked by Alex 3 in Mythology & Folklore

i was told that it was a sin to buy a dog is dat true

2007-06-15 10:22:19 · 52 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Science continues to disprove events and statements of the bible. Various other religions contridict Christianity and each other. If Christianity is true, no other religion can be true. If any other religion is true, Christianity cannot be true. Other religions have as much or more foundation as Christianity. There is the theory that no religions are true and that religion was created by society as a foundation for morality and a means for people to live in organized society. This would explain the different religions in different parts of the world. These are the theories that I struggle to accept, and I've never encountered a definate answer.

2007-06-15 10:21:45 · 30 answers · asked by Johnny G 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Well, ok, 10 is an arbitrary number, lets say more than 3? Should we take into consideration how China got to be overpopulated? Doesnt anyone see that we are headed that way? Thanks, gay people.

2007-06-15 10:21:26 · 12 answers · asked by get dent 3 in Religion & Spirituality

what this wish will be ,??

2007-06-15 10:21:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

What does the new Pope say about masturbation? I know that premarital sex was forbiden by JOhn Paul II and probably masturbation as well.

2007-06-15 10:20:22 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

and prision terms if pastors and churches say anything negative about homosexuality?

This is really scary if its true.

2007-06-15 10:20:08 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

serious answers please

2007-06-15 10:19:12 · 8 answers · asked by Broken Alabaster Flask 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Anyone can believe how they want to ,But let me tell you that religion is the opposite of Jesus.Jesus is gentle.Religion is harsh.Religion is who man thinks God is and that is just not who He is.Jesus is love and kind and compassionate.The religious top dogs crucified Jesus.Even though He did it willingly.Thay hated Jesus.Many churches jam their beliefs on people and all that does is make people feel bad.When I get through having church with my prayer partner I am high on life and Jesus.That is because we glorify Jesus and let the Holy Spirit do His work through us.I used to leave church feeling worse than when I went in.This is not all churches but the majority.This is why people turn to all kinds of crazy religions.and many just do not believe.Jesus is the answer not religion.This is the truth.and it is here for all to see all over the world.Jesus did not act like the religious leaders when He was on earth.There is your proof.Plain and simple.

2007-06-15 10:17:42 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Christians: If you found out that the Christian God wasn't real would that change your lifestyle?

Atheists: If you found out that Christian God was real would that change your lifestyle?

2007-06-15 10:17:35 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

If a server is only making 3-4 dollars an hour, and he takes my order, takes it to the kitchen, brings my order to me and cashes me out, is it standard to tip?

I always feel like maybe I am supposed to give at least something and that maybe the server is expecting me to.

2007-06-15 10:16:45 · 16 answers · asked by Squirtle 6 in Etiquette

I asked this muzlum man if he wanted to stop at the local for a drink. I even said i buy and he refused. Why they come overe ere if they dont want to socialise with people other than they own kind.

2007-06-15 10:16:39 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

i found this website and this guy seems to back up his stuff VERY well and im just curious how valid the website is. http://www.usbible.com/usbible/default_2.htm

serious thoughts only!

2007-06-15 10:13:52 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Or are you more respectful of people who believe the same way you do?

I find different beliefs interesting. I think you can stongly disagree and still respect one another.

How about you?

2007-06-15 10:13:31 · 33 answers · asked by Nina, BaC 7 in Religion & Spirituality

What do you wish to say or pray for your father or any father you know...

My father is deceased and I would like to say, Happy Father's Day! You are missed! and to all the Father's serving overseas in the Military Happy Father's Day! may you get home to your loved ones soon!

And to the all the Father's on this Yahoo Site Happy Father's Day, and may your day be blessed with Kindness, Love, the Remote Control and Good Food!

2007-06-15 10:13:17 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

thau shall not kill , right?

well why did God exterminate Egypt ! how many died? did he have to go to court for this?

2007-06-15 10:12:57 · 15 answers · asked by slaveof12gods 5 in Religion & Spirituality

A question for muslims why do you believe your right ?
couldn't it just be man made like all other religions created by to satisfy there need to have an answer for the unknown. How come you claim love and peace when you are killing each other yet you want the whole world to follow you when you don't follow the true teachings of the quran but just define them as you please.
P.S. I am a muslim but not a fantic. Just a normal American!

2007-06-15 10:11:25 · 9 answers · asked by sassy 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Wouldn't you grab onto me? Why then, will you not recieve God's Hand to Eternal Life?

2007-06-15 10:10:40 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

are they talking about Jesus on Hatteras Street? Why is he so famous? I know the guy, he is weird...

2007-06-15 10:09:49 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

And then they came out of the coma and it was because of prayers that this person was doing better? And do you think that person would be still doing better today?

2007-06-15 10:09:49 · 13 answers · asked by Midge 7 in Religion & Spirituality

Why or why not?

2007-06-15 10:09:01 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

if you Had to pick anything, what would it be?

2007-06-15 10:07:43 · 41 answers · asked by elfkin, attention whore 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Not as bad as reworking Heracles into Samson or Ishtar into Esther, but definitely more obvious.

How much of Christianity would the Christians still have if the Pagans wanted their Gods and celebrations back?

There goes December 25th.

2007-06-15 10:07:37 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Does that make Mr. PantsPeeps the devil?

2007-06-15 10:06:23 · 3 answers · asked by Armless Joe, Bipedal Foe 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I just asked a question:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070615134830AAiCX2O&r=w

And in it, I mentioned that theists don't have to worry about STD's. And people attacked that statement, saying we DO have to worry about them!!

Now, I can't speak for ALL theists, but I do know that Christians are only supposed to have sex with one person: your spouse.
So, if you only have sex with your spouse, and your spouse only has sex with you, and neither of you were born with STD's (a safe assumption, assuming your parents were also good Christians)
AND, since only 2% of AIDS cases come from anything other than sex or drugs
http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/topics/surveillance/basic.htm#exposure


Then....

WHERE DO THE STD'S COME FROM???

I guess atheists failed Biology class!!!!!

2007-06-15 10:05:49 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

My guy (whose history I was aware of prior to us becoming serious) is attracted to/has dated pre-op transgender "woman". He thinks he is straight because they live as "woman" everyday and he has no desire to be with a biological man. I am a biological woman. He says he doesn't discriminate. Is he bi or straight?

2007-06-15 10:04:31 · 13 answers · asked by nappyhdfatgrl 3 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender