Society & Culture - 15 August 2007

As far as I am concerned, I know it is because having pride in anything other than Islam is a sin. Simple patriotic sentiments, so long as they do not contravene the higher conviction of man is permissible in Islam, like the affection one feels towards one's father, son and family. But These days, with many "Independence days" rolling around I see extreme patriotism from some fellow Brothers and Sister.. including some in my family and it really angers me.

BUT I wanted to know if I am right or wrong, because anytime I tried correcting someone they said I am wrong, and it's ok to celebrate and be patriotic (even though that's pride in something other than Allah and Islam).

So what are your thoughts and opinions. Be advised I have nothing against people and what they do I still love everyone. I just wanted to make sure what I believe about this situation is correct.

Thanks!
~ACU

2007-08-15 15:50:18 · 15 answers · asked by ۩MoonLit Muslima۩ 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-15 15:49:42 · 29 answers · asked by M 1 in Religion & Spirituality

just askin'

2007-08-15 15:44:28 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

How long will it take an unbeliever to "find the truth" about the golden idol??

:)))

2007-08-15 15:43:37 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I am attending 2 churches (both chrisitan churches different denominations)the problem is I'm not judgemental as some are about what the "true"church is. I see individuals at both churches serving GOd biblically & in life. I go to Sunday service at one & wed service at another, my children go to only 1 of the churches with me, the problem is if I give one up I seem like i'm giving up on them. The bible says to not forsake the gathering of fellowship, which i'm not, & both are about 10 min away from me, how do I choose which is better when both are good? Where does it biblically say to stay with one church,when both are christ centered?

2007-08-15 15:42:37 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

why is there no black people in native american movies white people make but white people can be in indian movies i mean we were there to and we fought we them we even have a history to white people tried to hide from everybody else.

2007-08-15 15:42:14 · 12 answers · asked by lanetta b 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups

is something that can be cured by praying hard enough or having enough faith?

Or by bringing someone into your life that can cheer you up?

My question comes from some of the answers given to the recent 'do suicides go to hell' question. A lot of people seem to have a misunderstanding of depression. That it is just an inability to cope with life and those with it just need someone to come along and cheer them up. Or that they don't have enough faith in G-d to help them cope.

I have suffered from depression before in my life, and my other half suffers from it greatly. I can say it is an insiduous disease that haunts you, and hunts you. It is not about being unable to cope, but to have your whole world disintergrate and you feel completly helpless.

I am curious to hear from those who believe that G-d can cure depression, or if there are those on here that believe depression is an infliction from Satan etc.

2007-08-15 15:41:51 · 24 answers · asked by noncrazed 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Please note that this is in no way an attempt to judge or generalize. I just wanted to get an opinion from all my dear Christian friends, on what they think about this situation.

I was watching a TV show today "The Tyra Banks Show", and the topic was racism and hate crimes. There was a very strict Christian family on the show. A mother and her 2 teenage daughters. The whole family travels the country and spreads the word about the evils of homosexuality. The whole family (along with little children) carry signs which say "All fags deserve death", and they went to the extent of saying that the 9/11 attacks were a wrath from God, and everyone in the buildings deserved to die (thats horrible).

And sins I know homosexuality is a sin in all 3 Abrahamic religions, would you agree with these folks? I certainly would not. I know it's a sin in Islam, and I dont agree with their way of living BUT I would never disrespect them or tell anyone they deserve to die. That's against Islam.

2007-08-15 15:39:15 · 63 answers · asked by ۩MoonLit Muslima۩ 5 in Religion & Spirituality

A friend of mine is becoming an Eagle Scout, and he invited me to the ceremony and subsequent banquet.
I've never been to one of these before, and I need help on the customs.

1. What is the general attire? Semi-formal, formal, casual, etc.?
2. Do I bring a gift for my friend?

2007-08-15 15:39:07 · 3 answers · asked by decaelegant 2 in Etiquette

Did you ever think of what situation will you be in if there was a ONE God?
It is eternal life you know ?, it is not going to be a couple of days punishment.
I would give it a second thought if I where you.

2007-08-15 15:37:54 · 22 answers · asked by sobeit 1 in Religion & Spirituality

I feel so bad before i was mad at my mom and said i didnt believe in God when i really do i feel bad what should i do ?

2007-08-15 15:35:33 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

based on the Gospels ? If so, please share the Title and why you like it. I have a favorite called:
"Matthew: A Dramatic Presentation on the Life of Jesus"...starring Bruce Marchiano as Jesus...outstanding

2007-08-15 15:30:57 · 30 answers · asked by EvelynMine 7 in Religion & Spirituality

Is it possible you are unknowingly following him and his teachings?

I'm sure he's probably intelligent at decieving and playing god, would you know the difference?

2007-08-15 15:29:04 · 49 answers · asked by Sean 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-15 15:27:37 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

Do you pronounce it as "Ant" or as it is spelled "Aunt". My fiance and I have and ongoing argument on how to pronounce it properly. She is from the north east and I am from the north west, but we both grew up in NC.

2007-08-15 15:27:24 · 13 answers · asked by WB78 1 in Languages

i had a spiritual vision of a wolf by himself standing on a large form of rocks howling the rocks where next to a clear stream it was in a forest it was dim not dark it was foggy an misty like it had rained a few minutes ago there was a bush on the ground next to the rocks with purple flowers an green leaves the sun wasn't visible threw the trees i could hear the water leaves where floating down from trees all around me i was sitting on the ground across from the wolf but i wasn't scared i felt protected it started raining but the wolf an i stayed dry can anyone tell me what my vision meant

2007-08-15 15:26:55 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Is there something about someone's question or answer here that strikes you in a way you didn't think would?

2007-08-15 15:22:01 · 23 answers · asked by Shinigami 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-15 15:21:27 · 16 answers · asked by ? 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I am angry because there are people spreading lies about my religion and I don't appreciate it. I am a woman. I am also a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I have never been treated like a second-class citizen. Those who see the LDS Church that way obviously have a serious problem going on with someone they know in the church or have no idea what they are talking about. Seriously, if you know someone who is a part of the LDS Church that is being treated this way, you should alert someone, not make generalized statements about the way the rest of the members of the church act.

2007-08-15 15:21:24 · 39 answers · asked by socmum16 ♪ 5 in Religion & Spirituality

muslims escape from their violent islamic ratholes and come to western countries and instead of been thankful for the freedom they enjoy in the west keeps dehumanizing western values and democracy.

muslim women talk a lot about the bad western culture thats corrupting muslim women. but what kind of freedom does a woman have under islam ?

none

why so much hypocracy?

former muslim / atheist

2007-08-15 15:20:13 · 8 answers · asked by senita 1 in Religion & Spirituality

God said to put no other god before him. How am I going to do that when I haven't seen them around either.

2007-08-15 15:18:29 · 38 answers · asked by Sean 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I know it's not in chronological order or whatever, so in what order should I read it so that it makes sense. And I can't understand Revelation worth anything, it's all encoded or whatever. How do I figure that out too?

2007-08-15 15:18:11 · 14 answers · asked by Speak 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I need help. wat does dumcof mean in german? just curious.

2007-08-15 15:18:07 · 5 answers · asked by smartiechick16 2 in Languages

When a friend, family member, or even stranger tells you that he or she is a Christian, what do you think? Do you assume certain things about his/her character? Do you expect certain things? What people would you be surprised to learn that they are Christians?

I am honestly looking for people's thoughts on hearing that word. Sometimes, people have some really negative feelings on it. I want honesty. Please.

2007-08-15 15:15:29 · 28 answers · asked by One Odd Duck 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I just got a -10 point thing. I tend to get random +4 and +6 point marks. Where is this coming from?

2007-08-15 15:15:09 · 5 answers · asked by Moodrets 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Is your church preaching from the bible or talking about how great our government is? Here's a little wake up call
http://www.chuckbaldwinlive.com/c2007/cbarchive_20070814.html

2007-08-15 15:14:04 · 29 answers · asked by ? 4 in Religion & Spirituality

he is a famous composer

2007-08-15 15:14:03 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

2007-08-15 15:13:51 · 40 answers · asked by Stupid 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Steroids in Baseball, Dogfighting by an NFL Quarterback, game fixing by an NBA ref...

How do you feel about all this?

2007-08-15 15:13:49 · 18 answers · asked by steph833 3 in Religion & Spirituality

All this talk about the end of the world is frankly getting on my nerves. In my verrrrrry humble opinion, it seems like the doomsayers are just waiting for the rest of us to blow up, regardless that they, too, will be blown up with us.

Do we need a saviour or do we need to smarten up and quit being so negative about the world, our own lives and the lives of everyone else?

2007-08-15 15:12:58 · 14 answers · asked by Meow 5 in Religion & Spirituality