Society & Culture - 8 October 2007

2007-10-08 16:07:03 · 26 answers · asked by elbbe7 1 in Religion & Spirituality

theres four of us girls so far our only idea is '80s aerobic girls help?!?!?!

2007-10-08 16:05:52 · 20 answers · asked by nabbasketball1 2 in Halloween

We're having a surprise party, but we're looking for a gift idea for the three siblings to go in on for her... something preferably cheap and easy to pull off in a short amount of time. She isn't into pampering herself too much and is a real family woman. Any idea is helpful at this point as the best we've come up with is a gift certificate for a mani/pedi or a massage. (Which has already been done for other holidays/occasions)

2007-10-08 16:05:25 · 8 answers · asked by Jesi S 2 in Etiquette

Catholics claim they do not worship mary, but there are 59 beads on the Roasary, and only 6 for God.

Also, Catholics make the claim that Mary was sinless. I have a problem with this, because it conflicts with God's word where we read that "Jesus is the only Sinless one".

Why to they insist to claim Mary can save you, when only Jesus can.

Does anyone get offended by all the Mary statues that are put on the front lawns of peoples houses. Why must you use statues? And why when one breaks it makes the nightly news?

2007-10-08 16:03:45 · 25 answers · asked by Brian Z 2 in Religion & Spirituality

The threory of evolution holds that we came from a common ancestor to primates, not that we are direct descendents. Almost every species has another species that they share a common ancestor with, but didn't actually evolve from one into the other. Sheesh!

2007-10-08 16:03:22 · 35 answers · asked by Liesel 5 in Religion & Spirituality

IM really confused about Religion. I mean im not a person that doesnt believe in god. Im not really bothered about religion and stuff. Im just trying to get through life. Will i like got to hell for not even really bothering about religion. I mean, I dont break the sins and do stuff like that but.......Well im not too worried about it.

2007-10-08 16:02:33 · 11 answers · asked by stewieis^ 1 in Religion & Spirituality

It sounds like a faith very in tune with how I feel. I know so little about it however, like where churches are located, how to convert, things like that.

2007-10-08 16:01:19 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

not all americans are rich, nor do we all like our president and agree with what he does.

2007-10-08 16:01:04 · 7 answers · asked by jane d 4 in Other - Cultures & Groups

Does anyone know where I could find a free online fluency test for Spanish?

2007-10-08 15:59:24 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

Lady Hope, who visited Charles Darwin during his last days on earth, has the following to say regarding his views on evolution towards the end of his life:

It was on a glorious Autumn afternoon when I was asked to go and sit with Charles Darwin. He was almost bedridden for some months before he died. Propped up with pillows, his features seemed to be lit up with pleasure as I entered the room. He waved his hand towards the window as he pointed out the beautiful sunset seen beyond, while in the other he held an open Bible which he was always studying.

"What are you reading now?" I asked.

"Hebrews," he answered, "still Hebrews. The Royal Book, I call it." Then he placed his fingers on certain passages and commented upon them.

I made some allusions to the strong opinions expressed by many unbelievers on the history of the creation and then their treatment of the earlier chapters of the book of Genesis. He seemed distressed, his fingers twitched nervously and a look of agony came across his face as he said, "I was a young man with unformed ideas. I threw out queries, suggestions, wondering all the time over everything. And to my astonishment the ideas took like wildfire. People made a religion of them." Then he paused and after a few more sentences on the holiness of God and the grandeur of this Book, looking at the Bible which he was holding tenderly at the time, he said:

"I have a summer house in the garden which holds about thirty people. It is over there (pointing through the open window). I want you very much to speak here. I know you read the Bible in the villages. Tomorrow afternoon I should like the servants on the place, some tenants and a few neighbors to gather there. Will you speak to them?"

"What shall I speak about?" I asked.

"Christ Jesus," he replied in a clear emphatic voice, adding in a lower tone, "and His salvation. Is not that the best theme? And then I want you to sing some hymns with them. You lead on your small instrument, do you not?"

The look of brightness on his face I shall never forget, for he added, "If you take the meeting at 3 o'clock this window will be opened and you will know that I am joining with the singing."

Quoted from the Bombay Guardian, 25th March 1916, by Prof. H. Enoch in Evolution or Creation (Union of Evangelical Students of India, P.O. Box 486, Madras 7, India, 1966), pp. 165-167.

2007-10-08 15:57:34 · 13 answers · asked by DanD 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Ok so today I am labeling pagan day for me! Do you guys believe in an afterlife? Reincarnation? If afterlife what is it like? Is it different for each pagan? Does each god/goddess have different heavens, etc? Please excuse my ignorance, I really have no clue. Thanks!

2007-10-08 15:56:41 · 10 answers · asked by Loosid 6 in Religion & Spirituality

After a party I went back to their place with some female friends of mine. We were all kind of drunk and I let them put makeup on me and a dress and take some pictures. The other day they called me over and showed me the pictures. They told me that we were going to have some fun and if I didn't cooperate they'd show my other friends the pictures. For starters they want me to go to a Halloween party with them and they're going to pick the costumes. I'm not sure what to do. I like these girls, but they won't take no for an answer. I'm not about to go to the police or anything., but I don't want the pictures shown so I'm kind of stuck for now anyway. They took my measurements and told me I could try it on next week. The only thing I do know is that one of the girls said I looked more like a Ashley or Kimberly than a Nicole. Does that ring any bells? What have I gotten myself into and how do I get out?

2007-10-08 15:55:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Halloween

Think of life under the Taleban or if Al Qaeda were in control. Does that bother you at all?

2007-10-08 15:55:08 · 8 answers · asked by ali 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Does technology fundamentally improve your quality of life?
New technology always seems to demand more and more new sets of other technology in order to support it.

Do we really need things like automated Toilets/Sinks, Hand Dryers/Soap Dispensers, Cell Phones/Microwaves, Go-gurt (mobile yogurt), Power Bars?, and the Breath Strip?...
These are just a few examples...of so called "technological advances" over the century, and while they've benefited us greatly, they cause frustration with small/simple everyday things, bringing on laziness, unhappiness, and general dissatisfaction.

So, would you say it all results in more good then bad?

2007-10-08 15:55:02 · 2 answers · asked by Emocide Organ 3 in Other - Society & Culture

I was wondering if anyone knows of any REAL haunted houses/places near Lexington, KY...or anywhere within an hour or so? Some friends and I would like to stay the night or even just explore a real haunted location. No tours, or any of that fake stuff. Any information would be great! Thanks!

2007-10-08 15:54:13 · 3 answers · asked by dodgechica89 2 in Halloween

books like "90 min. in heaven" or "23 min. hell"

2007-10-08 15:53:46 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

And, how do you Change your Avatar?
I changed it on the "change your Avatar Page" but it won't change on the Site.
Thanks! (I want to go "Incognito") :)

2007-10-08 15:52:46 · 14 answers · asked by maguyver727 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I had a really good DAY. and then someone came home and was negative for the rest of the night. JUST TOTALLY PUT ME IN A DOWN MOOD! How can I shake it? What can I do to allow God to keep my SPIRIT intact and not discouraged?
p.s. this is a very serious question for me; any helpful suggestions is greatly appreciated.

2007-10-08 15:50:33 · 18 answers · asked by 100% ♥Creole♥ 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I know the answer, like to know what you think

2007-10-08 15:49:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

What do you have? I have a Godzilla cup holder, a Batman glass and McDonald Land plate from McDonald's, and the doggie from Taco Bell that says "yo quiero Taco bell."

2007-10-08 15:49:13 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

So if part of an atheist purpose in life is to do whatever they feel is good and they must do whatever they have to do in order to survive. They have no big daddy or a silly book telling them not to do something. As long as the people in their community (or people they can see) are not affected. Then whatever that they do is not a crime.

Afterall it is only a crime if a man made law says it is. So if a someone murderers another for money in order to pay for a habit in order to feel good, then why is that considered a crime.

Plus what if it made someone feel good to insult or belttle someone in public. Around a group of peers such tactics can elevate them into "cool" factor. Besides it is high possiblity that they will never see their victim again. So why should they care?

2007-10-08 15:48:25 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-08 15:47:39 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Like it is 2 girls and a guy and anyhing goes. Would the guy have to keep changing his condom or something? How do people do that?

2007-10-08 15:46:59 · 17 answers · asked by Jewel 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

And if there is a Hell, who will have to go there?

2007-10-08 15:45:57 · 34 answers · asked by Zezo Zeze Zadfrack 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Every time i say a word i keep stuttering, the word i cant say is "Do you know or Did you know" please tell me what to do. if i cannot stop this stuttering i will be having problems once i get older and getting an interview. Please

2007-10-08 15:45:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

Why do u all insult Christians for what we believe in?

Its not our fault you have nothing to beleive in..

Charlie Check'm
"Dont Push Your Beliefs"
http://www.charliecheckm.com/

2007-10-08 15:44:17 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Because if you don't know what to look for how could you recognize God. And I don't mean what people say God is or does.Or do you simply just don't care.

2007-10-08 15:43:13 · 17 answers · asked by M-S 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Speaking faith-wise, I am an agnostic atheist - I believe that there is not a God, but science will never prove that he does not exist just as you can't prove purple-spotted unicorns don't exist.

Cultural-wise, I identify as a Catholic because my family is Catholic and I was raised, and baptised, a Catholic. I know that I'm going to marry a Catholic and that I want to have a Catholic wedding. I call myself a Catholic in this sense because culturally, I am one. I was raised like one and still live like one. I set the same morals, the only difference is that I don't believe in God.

So with the logic I used above, may I consider myself a Catholic Atheist, more specifically a Catholic Agnostic Atheist? or is this a taboo/bad/unacceptable? I don't want to offend any atheists, agnostics, or Catholics by calling myself any of these.

2007-10-08 15:42:24 · 13 answers · asked by :) 4 in Religion & Spirituality

but in different ways?

2007-10-08 15:42:00 · 3 answers · asked by K.L. 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-08 15:38:39 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality