Society & Culture - 29 October 2007

My friend and I were discussing about Sufism and how blaming other must be avoided. While my friend was driving, he broke a Stop sign. Instead of taking responsibility, he started complaining how it was awkward place to have a Stop sign which made me think he blamed the placement of Stop sign rather then taking the ownership that we were taking while driving that actually did it for us.
So I turned to him and said “Are you thinking, what I am thinking?” and he looks at me with a grin and says “Thank God, no Cops”

I freakin gave up.

2007-10-29 06:58:37 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This time up until New Years is my favorite time of year. I just love it all! What's your favorite thing (s) about the holidays?

2007-10-29 06:57:50 · 5 answers · asked by bowersm8 2 in Other - Holidays

i think that cathoilc is the most famous religion, what about jehovah witness? jehovah witness is spread preaching and even there has many people. tell me the truth not abuse me!!!!!

2007-10-29 06:57:43 · 11 answers · asked by Chico and Octavio are brother. 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-29 06:56:21 · 16 answers · asked by superstes88 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Palms 15:1-2 paints a good picture of who is eligible to have a relationship with God.
Please help, I need this for Bible Study.......

2007-10-29 06:55:25 · 12 answers · asked by Thomas P 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I have seen many quesions and comments on this site refering to homosexual marriage, etc. Now, I have a question: how many of you believe it to be wrong to date or even marry someone of a different race than you?? Why or why not?? I am very curious as to others views on this....from a religious standpoint.....

2007-10-29 06:54:48 · 17 answers · asked by pure&simple 3 in Religion & Spirituality

If so, then Jesus could have been conceived by holy spirit.

2007-10-29 06:53:42 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-10-29 06:53:32 · 2 answers · asked by randys416 1 in Other - Society & Culture

I want to know if you look down on people that like to get high. Do you think it is a "loserish" thing to do? OR is not that bad. I have been smoking for 2 years and I love it. I am nervous most of the time and it takes the edge off. I know that I could do other things to take the "edge" off but weed really makes me feel better. And yes I smoke anywhere between 2 and 4 blunts a day. I have a full time job and pay my rent and bills.

2007-10-29 06:53:31 · 12 answers · asked by devil boy 61 1 in Other - Society & Culture

... without referring to evolution, would you
a) leave the question blank
b) use the words "God" and "Bible" in your answer
c) immediately transfer to the History of Religion 101 class

2007-10-29 06:52:42 · 23 answers · asked by I'm an Atheist 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Nothing serious from me today! I'm ready to have some fun with this question. It's a beautiful sunny day and I'm in a very good mood.

My Answer: I'm a tough cookie disguised as a cream puff. The gray hair and smile fool a lot of people.

2007-10-29 06:52:33 · 26 answers · asked by Miz D 6 in Senior Citizens

Why is there two "nou's" in
nous nous sommes disputes
If you know, could you please tell me the grammer rule behind when you use two "nou's".
(or is this just a typo) Please tell me, THaNk YoU

2007-10-29 06:52:19 · 4 answers · asked by Fruity T 1 in Languages

I'm writing about the history of the church and it's effect on society.

I'm looking for examples of where the church has held back science.

Examples I have include:
In 415 AD the Alexandria Library was burned to the ground by catholic monks.

During the black plague, religious leaders discouraged experimental scientific investigation.

In 1215 Pope Innocent III declared that all surgical procedures were prohibited by Church law.

Please share any more examples that you know of. Thanks!

2007-10-29 06:51:49 · 11 answers · asked by DanCorb 3 in Religion & Spirituality

If people are going to use Bible prophesy as proof that their religion is the true one, then
1. How is it that you need a sign (magical prophesy) in order to believe.

and

2. Why do you trust Bible prophesies that are so very vague and unconvincing?
http://www.infidels.org/library/modern/farrell_till/prophecy.html

2007-10-29 06:51:37 · 8 answers · asked by The Burninator 1 in Religion & Spirituality

We are starting to see Christ taken out of things even the word Christian! I see here repeatedly how we are called and at times Christians call ourselves x-tians. How about how Christmas is called x-mas. Coincidence? Your thoughts Christians and others if you wish.

2007-10-29 06:51:07 · 10 answers · asked by mariposa 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Cuz I'm getting REALLY bored, and am actually looking forward to some "end of the age / wipe out a gazillion people" action...

2007-10-29 06:50:54 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I asked a question about military chaplains and most people seemed to think they were okay, even necessary. While I have nothing against the chaplain system, it seems to be a violation of the separation of church and state, something people usually really get worked up about. So is that okay in certain circumstances, such as this?


Or is this not a violation?

2007-10-29 06:50:34 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

With most things pointing at this year and not the findings from Nostredomus lost book saying 2012 is indeed the end. Should we start getting ready mad max style?

2007-10-29 06:47:04 · 34 answers · asked by moscow1677 2 in Religion & Spirituality

What was that like?

2007-10-29 06:46:37 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

If this child is carried 1 week or 9 months labor must still be started or mother will die !! http://www.anencephaly.net/ Please go to link before you answer ..

2007-10-29 06:46:35 · 11 answers · asked by J D 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Are Ancient Egyptians in Hell for not believing in God?

Because they believed in Egyptian Gods.

2007-10-29 06:46:06 · 15 answers · asked by Kate 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Why does this, or does this not, undermine "sola scriptura"?

2007-10-29 06:45:50 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

any kind of folklore from any era.

2007-10-29 06:45:47 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

Just because we have the *right* to say something, does that mean we always *should*? Where does the boundary come in between using our right and abusing it?

This question is inspired by another which was asked about the Hate Crimes Act -- but I don't want to argue about that. But for example, although Christians have the right to express the Biblically supported belief that homosexuality is a sin, is it necessary or "moral" to invade someone else's turf for the day -- public space that is being used for a gay pride event, maybe -- and scream it at the top of your lungs?

Fellow Christians, how would you feel if your church was having a picnic or event, and another group of people showed up, waving signs about how Christians are wrong and going to hell? Even though they have the *right* to do so?

Just like the Fred Phelps crew -- they have the *right* to "Thank God For Dead Soldiers", but should they really? Especially at military funerals?

Where do you draw the line?

2007-10-29 06:45:26 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

... would he...sit down with them and preach about how wrong this is or would he congratulate them and give them his blessing?

I know I know....this is just a thought I'm not saying it would actually happend, my point is, from what we learn in the Bible about Jesus, wouldn't he see the love between 2 people as a good thing gay or not? I don't believe in God but I believe Jesus was a good man.

Gotto go feed baby so I'll just leave it at that.

Happy halloween all

2007-10-29 06:44:31 · 12 answers · asked by CC 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Need help quickly, we're IMing.

2007-10-29 06:44:25 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

There will be a new children's movie outin December called 'The Golden Compass'. The movie hasbeen described as 'atheism for kids'and is based on the first book of atrilogy entitled 'His Dark Materials' that was written byPhillip Pullman. Pullman is a militant atheist and secular humanist whodespises C. S. Lewis and the 'Chronicles of Narnia'. His motivation for writing this trilogy was specifically to counteract Lewis'symbolisms of Christ that are portrayed in the Narnia series.
Check it out at:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/religion/compass.asp

2007-10-29 06:44:13 · 18 answers · asked by Lids 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm American, but for some reason, my entire life I've felt foreign, like I don't belong here. I look on TV and the majority of those people don't look like me. When I do see people who look like me, they are often portrayed in a negative light. I decided to ask this question, because I'm currently serving in Iraq and I feel the same way over here. I feel alone. There are only a handful of black people here on base, and you begin to feel like an immigrant. Now, I'm not one of those people who can't function around caucasians, however it would be nice to experience the same comfort they seem to experience when 95% of the people they work/live with and see on tv look like them. It shouldn't matter what race people are...says the man who lives in the exclusive white neighborhood and goes to the prodominantly white high school or university? It's human nature to feel more comfortable around people of your own race. Personally, I would prefer it to be evenly populated w/ various races.

2007-10-29 06:43:54 · 8 answers · asked by crapshoot 2 in Other - Society & Culture

It's probably the biggest sin when we want to minify or rationalize our sins, it would persuade us to commit them more....
I've written some blogs that you may like to see them,
For example, see this:
http://www.perfspot.com/blogs/30168

2007-10-29 06:43:17 · 17 answers · asked by Noname F 1 in Religion & Spirituality

because they've blocked everyone and don't allow email?


Chosen By Grace...I'm looking at you.


I'm exactly this far away from a betti rage; ">__<"

2007-10-29 06:41:35 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality