Society & Culture - 26 November 2007

2007-11-26 14:40:26 · 4 answers · asked by Macy 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I asked a question about Mary suffering in childbirth and the Catholics overwhelmingly said she did not. However Revelation 12:1 is often used to show Mary is queen of Heaven. If she did not suffer in childbirth than Revelation 12:1 cannot refer to her as the woman in this verse is suffering the pain of child birth. So if Catholics say she did not suffer the pangs of child birth how can this verse refer to her?

Revelation 12:1 And a great sign was seen in the heavens, a woman having been clothed with the sun, and the moon was underneath her feet; and on her head a crown of twelve stars;
Rev 12:2 and having a babe in womb. She cries, being in labor, and having been distressed to bear.

2007-11-26 14:39:52 · 7 answers · asked by Bible warrior 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:38:46 · 36 answers · asked by Pretty Butterfly 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Veel olen laps, kes päiksekiiri püüab
ja virveid veel.
Mind tuulehoogki nimepidi hüüab
nii tihti veel.
Veel olen laps, kel, nähes lepalindu,
kõik meelest kaob,
pilk haarab õhku, silmad täis on indu
ja süda taob.
Veel olen laps, kes kõige järel ruttab,
mis särav näis,
kes näoli maas üht õit võib taga nutta,
peod lilli täis.

E.Niit

2007-11-26 14:38:19 · 3 answers · asked by gingerjoos 2 in Languages

2007-11-26 14:37:11 · 11 answers · asked by Macy 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:37:01 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. - Romans 8:28.

2007-11-26 14:36:39 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Trying to come up with some vounteer ideas for youth ages 8-14. Generally to volunteer for Habitat, you have to be at least 15 for liability reasons. Youth under 15 cannot be on a building site. There are several youth groups and youth organizations that are interested in being involved, so any ideas on how they can help would be appreciated.

2007-11-26 14:36:19 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Community Service

Why are the things that are best for you, and the most beneficial in the long run in your life, are also the HARDEST things to do?? Why does life work this way? Its so annoying and stupid. And it makes me testy.

2007-11-26 14:35:53 · 7 answers · asked by carolyn 2 in Other - Society & Culture

I'll bet that the bible is really a tall tale from long ago that people eventually began to beleive. What if it was like Harry Potter and there are people that began to dree like him and then beleived they were him and somehow got people to beleive that it could very well be true. What if it's just an old bedtime story.

And besides that what real proof do we have that these people existed? Adam and Eve, what proves that they were really alive?

2007-11-26 14:35:13 · 19 answers · asked by MiSs Staci 4 in Religion & Spirituality

I see this term said alot. So, what is a hateful Christian? I personally feel that nonchristians feel it is a Christian who disagrees with the status quo (at least in American culture) My personal experience:

I am prolife AND pro gay marriage. So I will be called a hateful person because I am prolife and "dont want women to have control over their bodies" and I am a great and accepting Christian because I am pro gay marriage. I dont believe I am hateful one bit because I hold beliefs that arent that popluar...I just feel; Hey, I have another opinion to bring to the table. Im not protesting or attacking people, Im not rude or hateful in my actions or speech. So what do you all think? Fellow Christians, do you feel this conundrum as well? No bashing guys, please, and thanks :)

2007-11-26 14:34:43 · 27 answers · asked by Loosid 6 in Religion & Spirituality

You Christians like to claim that God only judges us according to our knowledge.

You say that God will not condemn a retarded kid since he can't comprehend the Bible.
You say that local tribal people never exposed to the Bible will not be condemned since they will only be judged according to their knowledge.

Simply put: God will not judge people that have not recieved adequate information to believe in Him whether it be retarded, tribal, or even normal people.

Why would people not believe? Because of stubborness or inadequate input?

If i received adequate facts and reasons to believe in God I couldn't lie to myself that I don't believe.

I don't beleive, as well as all the other atheists, because I haven't recieved any information or reasons enough to believe in Him.

Yes! I know Him and I have heard Him and I read the Bible and I have been to church but I just don't believe because I just simply "DON'T".

Scientifically speaking to little information is given.

2007-11-26 14:33:24 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:30:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I am a good person. I do not drink or do drugs. I donate to churches and other charitable organizations to help the needy. I believe in a Creator and other, lesser spirits that assist, not unlike the Catholic Saints. I have dedicated my life to helping those who can not help or advocate for themselves (animals). I do not prescibe to the Bible or any organized religion that I have found thus far. Am I going to Hell? Why or why not.

2007-11-26 14:29:51 · 50 answers · asked by dogwhisperer16 3 in Religion & Spirituality

sin is neutral it cant be responsible for anything. What is there to hate? I prefer to hate the sinner. But only if the sin is a criminal act. If it is some silly religious nonsense like blasphemy then go ahead and hate the sin. What is your thoughts on the subject.

2007-11-26 14:28:24 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why cant we just get rid of everyone who has AIDS and isolate those with HIV. eventually those with HIV will die out. This would stop millions from dying afterwards. Why look for a cure if the virus would eventually adapt to it and become even more deadly. Since many people in Africa have HIV and not many metropolitan areas that would be an ideal place to start. One big step would be to unite all- or most world powers to one government. Over the years we would have enough resources to scan everyone for HIV. Then quaretine those who are positive in africa and get rid of those with aids. There would also be no wars and little rebellion if you keep the people happy in a world run by one major government with each "countries' government" running their own respective regions. Obviously this cant be done in in one big step, but gradually wouldnt it work. We'd be saving millions, if not billions from the HIV virus and have one peacful united world government.

2007-11-26 14:26:39 · 4 answers · asked by CarlosA 2 in Other - Society & Culture

gave a passage where, I seem to recall, Jews were directed to bring in a tree and decorate it. It had nothingt o do necessarily with Christmas per se, you understand, more like a coincidnce but still I need that passage for a sermon my wife is preparing. Can't find it in our concordance.

Anyone know the passage ...

Thanks in advance .....

2007-11-26 14:26:29 · 15 answers · asked by davster 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Why is it that when you see a friend that you haven't seen for so long, they always ask "Why don't you ever call me anymore?" or they call you "Stranger," or they say "You don't call me." Just something to indicate that you haven't been reaching out to them. They don't say this in a mean way, more of like a teasing way. My question is, they are as guilty as you are for not calling, why do they make it sound like it's all your fault? This is something that happens more often than one would think, so it's kinda casual but I thought it was worth asking.

2007-11-26 14:26:21 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

2007-11-26 14:24:37 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I need help...the speech is due in like 16 hours and I've been sick out of my mind the past week and haven't started. It's graded by the students in the class so it needs to be interesting. How does Confucianism affect daily life...politics, war strategies, household make up, education, etc.

2007-11-26 14:23:38 · 3 answers · asked by pancakekiller006 1 in Religion & Spirituality

will people like adolf hilter ever be forgiven in god's eyes?

2007-11-26 14:23:25 · 67 answers · asked by Tan K 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:23:08 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:22:47 · 8 answers · asked by Melba Toast 4 in Christmas

then how in the world can there be an unforgivable sin....
the bible says that through christ all sins will be forgiven and cast as far out as the east is to the west....so if not ALL sins can be forgiven then the bible contridics itself.

2007-11-26 14:21:16 · 16 answers · asked by bgdadyp 5 in Religion & Spirituality

If God does not exist what is the point to your life? Just search for truth with a sincere heart and you will find your answer.

2007-11-26 14:20:55 · 27 answers · asked by butler 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:18:25 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Is there a practice or rite of passage where someone will have soil and a seed in their hand and if they make it sprout then they gain mental power or something?

2007-11-26 14:17:15 · 3 answers · asked by Keegzz 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-11-26 14:16:54 · 46 answers · asked by Melba Toast 4 in Christmas

I've read Brother Lawrence's book the practice of the prescence of God. Great book. i've also read the game with minutes and have tried to do the things in both of those books. i havn't been able to do it though. It is difficult. is there any advice, besides trying to do better at it each day and grow in intimacy with him?

2007-11-26 14:16:52 · 6 answers · asked by Topher 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Uncyclopedia shows a lot of images of him and his pictures are on the internet, but who is he?

2007-11-26 14:16:49 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality