Society & Culture - 25 July 2007

I would like to hear from many people, on this matter, because
I value the opinions of others, no matter if they were / have
been born in America.
Sometimes we take so much for Granted, and I just wondered
how many others, celebrate the Individualism they have, and
what activities they do about being Patriotic, and do you feel
it your duty, to do so?
What can we do to improve the lifestyles and eventually
have universal patriotic actions?
Suggestions??!!??

2007-07-25 15:54:03 · 5 answers · asked by Too Funny 3 in Other - Society & Culture

People constantly ask God questions, he knows the answer, but doesn't respond. Is this a lie of omission?

2007-07-25 15:53:53 · 13 answers · asked by Eleventy 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-25 15:50:40 · 32 answers · asked by Prof Fruitcake 6 in Religion & Spirituality

What Are They names ?
For all the Tsar?
Please give me the True?

2007-07-25 15:50:40 · 7 answers · asked by Ashley B 1 in Royalty

and prayer?
Or does he/she want to be followed strictly within his own church?

2007-07-25 15:50:10 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

How many did satan directly kill - note that in the garden of eden it was a serpent (snake) and all snakes were cursed because of it (no need to curse snakes if a fallen angel had done it). Also note that deaths in a wager with the god of Abraham do not count, as this was done with permission of the deity.
How many did the god of Abraham directly kill?
Your source of information is the OLD TESTAMENT, not the new (the old testament is the only text agreed on by all 3 Abrahamic religions). Have fun and lets see what the general consensus is.

2007-07-25 15:49:00 · 9 answers · asked by Enigma®Ragnarökin' 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I was reading about the expected hurricanes to come this year. I think there is a reason they have not come yet. There is still time to make a choice....but not much time. God knows your heart.
"When He slew them, then they sought Him: and they returned and inquired early after God." Psalm 78:34

2007-07-25 15:46:41 · 15 answers · asked by bethybug 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I used to be Catholic and am now Atheist. I have done research on jesus, and I am still not sure he did exist, but since I don't, I thought I would ask this question, why was jesus so cool? Seeing as the Bible is useless information to me, the only sources I use tell me that he only stayed within a local community to help, and was not as forgiving as they say he was. I also think he fathered a child, not just because of Dan Brown though. Apparently, this is a mortal sin, and especially in the middle ages. How has such an extinct type of person like "jesus" be so respected in today's community. I'll accept he died for our sins crap, but really give me a good answer. Don't try and convert me either!

2007-07-25 15:44:36 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-25 15:44:16 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

What do you think of this?

"IS iSLAAM INTOLERANT OF OTHER RELIGIOUS MINORITIES?

Islaam recognizes the rights of the minority. They are not required to do army service. To ensure their welfare and safety, Muslim rulers initiated a tax (JAZIA) on them. Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings of God be upon him) forbade Muslim armies to destroy churches and synagogues. Caliph' Umar did not even allow them to pray inside a church. Jews were welcomed and flourished in Muslim Spain when they were persecuted in the rest of Europe. They consider that part of their history as the golden era. In Muslim countries, Christians live in prosperity, hold government positions and attend their church. Christian missionaries are allowed to establish and operate their schools and hospitals.

2007-07-25 15:44:02 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Can u name the source too please?

2007-07-25 15:43:59 · 7 answers · asked by zoeball 2 in Religion & Spirituality

When life has undermined you and left you without the certainties that just the day before you had, what do you turn to for comfort? If it is religious faith, how do you glean comfort from your beliefs? If it is intellectualism, how does the intellectual property help you gain perspective? If it is the contact of family and friends, how do they reinforce you to survive and go on?

Thanks in advance for your answers!

2007-07-25 15:43:42 · 32 answers · asked by Jack B, sinistral 5 in Religion & Spirituality

im a prep (big time) ima cheerleader i only shop at abercrombie and hollister and now i have to go to a family reunion and the girl there is goth.
how should i be nice and not affend her

2007-07-25 15:42:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

Why if someone says he's a prophet you immediatly would start pointing that person is a fake prophet. In Mathew 7:15 it says that you will recognize them (false prophets) by their acts... What if the person that is claiming to be a prophet is someone who is a great role model for others and only preaches peace and good messages, someone that has dedicated his entire life to serve to his church in a righteous way? If God used to send us prophets before, why not doing it now? we always need some guidance!

2007-07-25 15:41:50 · 29 answers · asked by Love Yahoo!!! wannabe a princess 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Please leave your honest answers and smart pants remarks below.

2007-07-25 15:41:47 · 22 answers · asked by wassupmang 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I am a Christian and have been my whole life but recently there is a question that I just don't know the answer to. How do we know that our religion is better than all other religions in the world? What do you say to those who say that religion is made up by society to bring meaning to life and use evidence that almost every society has had some kind of religion. How are we to know Christianity is the one true religion? Thanks everyone!!!

2007-07-25 15:39:25 · 42 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

call me stupid, but im watching true life and its about people that are trying to live with celibacy and i have no idea what it is.

2007-07-25 15:36:58 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This results from a previous "question" about New World Translation (NWT) accuracy. I have read a significant amount of the NWT With References and find it to be a very useful study bible (my review here: http://www.jimpettis.com/bibles/nwt.htm ). I am not a JW or a KJV-only-er and so consider myself somewhat unbiased in this matter, but there are real degreed bible scholars on Y!A and I would like their opinion. I have read at least 5 versions cover-to-cover and have 4 more (including NWT) sitting here waiting for me. Is the NWT more accurate than the average bear (I mean, bible)? Why, specifically, yes? Why, specifically, no? Please support your answers with evidence, not "I like what my bible says better than I like what the NWT says". Thanks, Jim

2007-07-25 15:35:10 · 23 answers · asked by JimPettis 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm looking for an authentic Mormon Missionary name-tag for a Halloween costume. My friend I am going with has an older brother who is letting her use his, but the only people I know who have been on a mission are still active Mormons.

2007-07-25 15:34:41 · 6 answers · asked by Quinn 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-25 15:31:41 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-25 15:30:50 · 8 answers · asked by brenda g 1 in Religion & Spirituality

If i were without Faith and were searching ,Give me your best argument to convince me your faith is the One (PBUU)

2007-07-25 15:30:02 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Would you be rude or offended if I kindly asked you to consider getting to know the Lord Jesus Christ ? Cause I'm asking .

Some of you never even really, really got to know Him . And I can't think of any reason why you wouldn't at least want to know .
And I know that some of you have already thought you knew the Lord Jesus Christ , but somehow became disenchanted or felt betrayed . My friend , if this is you then I ask you to try again . Try . It wasn't God who betrayed you. . . . .it was bad or evil that you were betrayed by . Maybe another Christian / Sinner ? Maybe through a false teacher ? Maybe yourself ?
But it wasn't Jesus .

There you have it . No forcing anything down anyone's throats . No pontificating or judgment either . Just a request .
Thank you and God Bless .

Pre-e-e-pare ye the way of the Lord .

2007-07-25 15:26:58 · 63 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

We are looking to see what Lutheran's believe are essential for worship in a Lutheran congregation. It would also be helpful if people could support their responses with biblical quotes and other references..

2007-07-25 15:26:41 · 3 answers · asked by jeffsmate 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I am a woman, an American woman who's been to Pakistan multiple times. I never even once felt oppressed or as if I was lesser, and spoke my mind with my big mouth there just as I do here. What do you think of this quote?

"DOES ISLAAM OPPRESS WOMEN?

No. On the contrary, Islaam elevated the status of women 1,400 years ago by giving them the right to divorce, the right to have financial independence and support and the right to be identified as dignified women (Hijab) when in the rest of the world, including Europe, women had no such rights. Women are equal to men in all acts of piety (Quraan 33:32). Islaam allows women to keep their maiden name even after marriage, their earned money and spend it as they wish, and instructs men to be their protectors as women on the street can be molested. Prophet Muhammad (Peace and blessings of God be upon him) told Muslim men, "The best among you is the one who is best to his family". Some Muslim men, do oppress women today.

2007-07-25 15:26:34 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-25 15:25:13 · 16 answers · asked by brenda g 1 in Religion & Spirituality

I really want to start practicing Transcendental Meditation, but I'm not sure how. I've heard that it is very expensive and you have to have a special qualified teacher. Is there any way that I can just teach myself at home, or learn from a book? Any information would be helpful, Thanks!

2007-07-25 15:24:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Serious answers only please... thx.

2007-07-25 15:22:56 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

In Mark 6:49 some translations say "spirit" and some say "ghost". Jesus said not to be afraid-that it was he. This more or less indicates that it was possible that they couldve seen a spirit or ghost except in this case it was Jesus and not the former? He doesnt say where is your faith and why are you afraid of spirits and/or ghosts?
So what of the spirit or ghosts?
Is it possible that the Holy Spirit known also as Holy Ghost makes differentiation of spirit and ghost by the authoritative use of "Holy"?
I just want to know the Biblical references regarding spirits and ghosts.

2007-07-25 15:22:39 · 19 answers · asked by Spunkynut 5 in Religion & Spirituality

i don't think i do :(

2007-07-25 15:21:58 · 25 answers · asked by Hunny b 4 in Other - Society & Culture