Society & Culture - 16 October 2007

I have an interest in beliefs and religions
but by the appearance of things on this Yahoo!Answers site it is appearing that nowadays the greatest catechism subject that makes Christians different from atheists and other non-church goers is the subject of Gay Sex
isnt it rather Kinky for such a large segment of the Population to be so exclusively oriented into what is going on in other people's bedrooms especially in the bedrooms of those sharing with the same sex?
Is it evolution or is it creation that the greater public view of Christianity is no longer linked to teachings of love thy neighbor but rather a rather perverse interest in if the neighbor is other than just sleeping with a certain sex
I am a bit more interested in other aspects of religions than just sexuality but it seems to me that nowadays religion needs sexuality and especially imagined perversity of sexuality to be interesting to the lives of those professing to be in the faith

2007-10-16 14:59:08 · 20 answers · asked by genntri 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I am Chinese Christian in China, but I believe all roads lead to Rome, especially the Big Four-- Christianity, Islam, Confucianism, and Hinduism. If you believe Jesus is the only way, truth, and life, please answer the following without quoting the Bible:

1) Why did Chinese, Egyptian, and Indian civilizations once take the lead in the entire world, in terms of cultural and scientific achievements?

2) If you come to China or Japan, do you want to be respected or viewed as a sinful barbarian, simply because you are not a Confucianist ?

3) When I was in the US (I was NOT a Christian back then), most Americans were very nice to me. No body said:" So, you are not a Christian? I am going to keep an eye on you, and I'll call the corps if you make a sudden move." Why do you people on Yahoo Answers keep on saying all unbelievers will burn in hell ?

4) I think a contemporary Christian, such as I, should be open minded and read the Bible between lines. Do you agree ?

2007-10-16 14:58:04 · 46 answers · asked by Gone 4 in Religion & Spirituality

In my 20's, I could hardly wait to get old enough to have wrinkles. I know that sounds very odd, but I wanted to see my personal life's story emerge across my face. I watched as my historical map of my life slowly appeared.

I don't have many wrinkles yet, but lately when I look in the mirror I see my dad's frown lines from the sides of my nose to the corners of my mouth. But, I have another set of smile lines on the outside of those, and they are my very own! I also have aquired my mom's kiss wrinkles above my top lip. I have one wrinkle between my eyebrows only on one side. It's an inquisitive wrinkle.

I have always been facinated by faces. What do your lines say about you?

2007-10-16 14:57:51 · 18 answers · asked by Granny 6 in Senior Citizens

Put me in the "no" column...

2007-10-16 14:57:04 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

its one of the commandments but I thought it was a unforgivable sin along with blasphemy

2007-10-16 14:56:47 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Its slang.

yal..o yales

he oido en una cancion

bailen.....yales
muedan...suben...
sientan...el poder...
del reggaeton latino..

ya entiendo las otras palabras pero nunca he oido "yales". creo q lo es slang, y estoy cierto que yales es la palabra. no he escuchado mal.

2007-10-16 14:56:33 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, saying; Ye and your wives have both spoken with your mouths, and fulfilled with your hand, saying, We will surely perform our vows that we have vowed, to burn incense to the queen of heaven, and to pour out drink offerings unto her: ye will surely accomplish your vows, and surely perform your vows. - Jeremiah 44:25 KJV.

2007-10-16 14:56:13 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

And I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and to them were given seven trumpets.

Another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. The smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, went up before God from the angel's hand. Then the angel took the censer, filled it with fire from the altar, and hurled it on the earth; and there came peals of thunder, rumblings, flashes of lightning and an earthquake. (Rev. 8:1-5)


Is the Angel that has the golden censer a particular one, or just a random angel?

2007-10-16 14:56:01 · 9 answers · asked by Gardener for God(dmd) 7 in Religion & Spirituality

Where did he go?

2007-10-16 14:53:53 · 7 answers · asked by Baby Girl 1 in Mythology & Folklore

2007-10-16 14:53:35 · 15 answers · asked by inbetweendays 5 in Religion & Spirituality

in the past decade or so? I'm talking about shootings and street crimes. For you older people, were things that bad years and years ago, or is it just that you didn't hear about it as much as you do now? I just get sick and tired of it all. Everyone is welcome to answer, of course, I just wanted to get some input on how it used to be and why things are the way they are now.

2007-10-16 14:53:22 · 16 answers · asked by Starscape 6 in Senior Citizens

When I was a little kid the Bible was a great thing and it seemed to make so much sense but now! Now I feel that it is confusing me, the more I read the more confused I get! I can't understand why!

2007-10-16 14:52:34 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

like "he will pay me"

2007-10-16 14:50:45 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

for example in a movie theatre?

2007-10-16 14:50:23 · 13 answers · asked by Wickwire 5 in Senior Citizens

This is a serious question.
I don't wear any ever unless I am wearing a short skirt.
So..... tell me

2007-10-16 14:49:52 · 25 answers · asked by Random 3 in Etiquette

When we take a stance for righteousness, it will offend people!

Mathew 24:3 Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying Tell us when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your COMING, and the END of the AGE?

Vs. 10 goes on to say, And then many will be OFFENDED, will betray one another and will hate one another

2007-10-16 14:49:20 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Ok, so I have always believed in the "age of accountablility"(meaning there is a certain age when a child or person knows right from wrong and basic knowledge of Christ). Basically some believe there is not one since there is no mention of it in the bible(so, in short, everyone who is not saved is going to hell, no matter the age), but others believe because they can't fathom the thought of God sending a baby to hell just because he/she wasn't saved when really had no idea of the gospel. Whats your thoughts??? Once again I know this is a very controversial topic, just wanted some different opinions. Please no sarcastic comments.

2007-10-16 14:48:54 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-16 14:48:51 · 7 answers · asked by RonnieF 2 in Religion & Spirituality

do you guys believe in the big bang theory, or evolution, what do you believe, and why are humans on earth?

2007-10-16 14:48:51 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-16 14:48:30 · 13 answers · asked by Perceptive 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Recently, my step-son called to thank me for gifts I sent to his daughter. But shouldn't she have thanked me herself? Where's the joy in giving to someone who isn't considerate enought to acknowledge it? But the way she is 13 and she knows how to use the phone, she called me asking for these things, so couldn't she have called to say thank-you?

2007-10-16 14:48:21 · 9 answers · asked by flannelpajamas1 4 in Etiquette

and i would really like 2 know why they are not part of what people read in christianity becoz i really think it would give us a better understanding of the faith

2007-10-16 14:48:15 · 5 answers · asked by zazu 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Now first of all I am not suggesting that atheism makes you kill people, but a recent news story pointed out that the Columbine suspects, the Virginia Tech Suspect, the Paduca Kentuky suspects, and the New Jersy suspect were all atheists.

Isn't it possible that the reason is the total hopelessness preached by the Atheist Religion? If not why is the above the case?

(I'm not attacking, just asking. Please try to remain civil in your responces)

2007-10-16 14:47:13 · 15 answers · asked by David M 6 in Religion & Spirituality

And when he had opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven about the space of half an hour. - Revelation 8:1.

2007-10-16 14:46:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Can you provide a positive and inspirational bible quote? I sure hope so, if you want best answer... :)

Let's make a list of INSPIRATIONAL and POSTIVE bible quotes.

2007-10-16 14:46:03 · 20 answers · asked by dontworrybehappy 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I personally do not celebrate it. It seems to be a fun day for kids, however, Halloween is a day for all sorts of immorality- where freakish, horrid things are shown in movies, and large drunken parties are held as well.

I mean, not all aspects of Halloween are bad. Children get to dress up and get candy, that's ok I suppose, yet it seems that this is a Holiday that Christians shouldn't be celebrating.

That's just my opinion; it doesn't make you any more of a sinner if you and your family celebrates it... lol

So, what do y'all think about the holiday of Halloween?

2007-10-16 14:45:22 · 26 answers · asked by Mr. Agappae 5 in Religion & Spirituality

elegant actress? (Celebrity).

2007-10-16 14:44:43 · 18 answers · asked by Wickwire 5 in Senior Citizens

I know the translation is "approssimativamente"...is there an abbreviation for this?

2007-10-16 14:44:43 · 4 answers · asked by victoria 5 in Languages

Could you guys teach me some cute (Korean) words/short phrases that I can use on my Korean (guy) friend???
I want to impress him with something that sounds cute. ^o^

2007-10-16 14:44:29 · 9 answers · asked by Yuki 1 in Languages

It says in the Bible and that God created the world in 7 days...is it possible that the first "day" was actually billions of yeas as the Earth formed and then God worked with it from there?

2007-10-16 14:42:37 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality