Society & Culture - 9 December 2007

seriously how?

It just doesn't work, unless you believe that big fat unsourced book that is at least 1500 years old, with parts dating 5000 years old.

Scientific discovery is based on questions, research, discovery, investigation, it always cites its sources, it always references work done by previous scientists. And to be honest with you, a source that is like 1500 years old can't be trusted as much one that is 5 years old.

Sorry bibleistas but the quran has you beat on this, at least muslims have aided science, a lot. Not one i have ever spoken to has said they believe in creationism, sure they believe that allah created the universe, but believe also in evolution as a true and elegant way to describe life on our planet.

2007-12-09 13:41:53 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-09 13:41:07 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

A herse was goin' down a very steep hill in Glasgow, an' a small girl ran in front of it. The driver slammed on the brakes, an the coffin in the rear broke loose, an' went doon the hill aboot 40 MPH. riht acroass a main road, smashed thro' a chemist shoap windae, an' the lid flew aff, an the corpse sat up an says, "Huv ye ay'hin' tae stoap this coffin???

2007-12-09 13:40:44 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

2007-12-09 13:39:35 · 6 answers · asked by Rogelio M 1 in Christmas

1) A continuación se enrrolla el alambre por sobre sí mismo bajo el cuerpo de la flor.


2) Por último se abren los pétalos intentando que queden firmes y no se cierren.

2007-12-09 13:38:47 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

I know this is the end of the mayan calendar. is anything really going to happen tho....and if somethins is suppsoed to..what? so yeah plz answer.

2007-12-09 13:37:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

There must be some finite number. But many of them are extinct today so we must have less creatures than before. What does the bible say about it.?

2007-12-09 13:35:40 · 11 answers · asked by 1st Liberal 6 in Religion & Spirituality

The Christmas cards have started arriving and my husband and I got into an argument today because I opened one. He said that Christmas cards are to be opened on Christmas. I say they are opened before so you can display them and send cards back if you got one from someone you weren't expecting it from.

This is our 3rd Christmas together and he has watched me open and display the cards the prior two years. Is he just messing with my head (which he loves to do) or do some people really not open the cards till Christmas day????

2007-12-09 13:35:31 · 10 answers · asked by babybugs1980 6 in Christmas

im not looking for 2.5 or 3.5. the lights i have say to only use 3 volt miniature lights. help!!!!!!!!!!

2007-12-09 13:34:28 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

One always strives for the perfection one seeks in a bowl of chili yet upon the outcome finds a new level just above the one currently achieved. Also observation of ones chili ceremony provides insight into how one can achieve greater heights.

This has been brought to you by, 420, the magikal moment.

2007-12-09 13:33:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why can something like a bristlecone pine live for 5000 years but not forever?

What do you think causes it?

2007-12-09 13:32:50 · 15 answers · asked by Holy Holly 5 in Religion & Spirituality

its kinda parthetic.

2007-12-09 13:31:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

So, I admit that I am not a religious person. I have heard so many say, and truely belive that the Bible is the word of God. How can this be? Is it not a translation of a translation of a translation of what someone said they heard God tell them? Isn't is possible that alot got lost in translation? Or, worse, that it came from some one who just heard voices? These days wouldn't a person who declared that be put on medication? Please don't be affended here. I don't mean it that way at all.. just some thoughts that I have had for a while and would like to get others opinions.

2007-12-09 13:29:41 · 26 answers · asked by dustidawn_1999 2 in Religion & Spirituality

With the daily "brawls" occurring on R+S, I had myself wondering what the very first day of YA in the R+S section was like.

Has anybody been here long enough to say what the first day was like? If you haven't been here that long, what do you think the first day was like? Do you think that there were more legitimate questions, or do you think that there were more questions that mocked other people's beliefs?

2007-12-09 13:27:54 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

The Bible has made several prophetic statements that astound me however I wonder how it effects other Christian and non-Christain alike, other faiths etc.

Primarily the (below) statement on how in the last days there will be "an increase in knowledge". We are deemed by the media as in the "information age" in our current times.

Do you feel this is a legitimate prophecy and why, if you do not please tell me why, what do you feel about the statement.

Daniel 12

2.And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. 3. And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever
4. But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and “knowledge shall be increased." (King James version)

2007-12-09 13:27:53 · 10 answers · asked by cheezygrits 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Who else reads it???? I do!!!!! I like it a lot. Who else has read it??? If you haven't you should. It's cool.

2007-12-09 13:27:30 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Hypocrisy, routine, disenchanted, empty feelings? Who feels like they have reached a dead end on the narrow road? Points go to most touching story. And for all you haters out there, yes I am born again, and I go to a Christian college. I just want to hear the stories of people who feel like they have been hurt by religion. Here is your chance, I am listening with an open mind, and I am not one of those Bible beating thumpers trying to force religion on you. I just want to know why it went sour for you.

2007-12-09 13:26:27 · 9 answers · asked by Essence 3 in Religion & Spirituality

can any1 explain?

2007-12-09 13:26:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

For that matter how about we cap how much actors and athletes can make and put that extra money toward building homes for low income families and the homeless.

2007-12-09 13:25:03 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Community Service

I was emerged which I believe is the proper way 'cause when you come out of the water, you're a new person. Some churches just use holy water to make the sign of the cross on the forehead, others pour water over the head. Which way do you believe is the proper way to be baptized? Should a person be baptized at birth and again as an adult?

2007-12-09 13:24:59 · 19 answers · asked by ZORRO 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Specifically I'm referring to their baby Jesus, who has a mustache. Plus he's wearing an elf suit. That ain't right. As St. Paul would say, "Brethren, such things ought not to be."

Yeah, but how do I tell our neighbors tactfully --
And they believe in god and all that stuff.

What would be your best approach?

2007-12-09 13:24:42 · 10 answers · asked by 2.71828182845904 5 in Religion & Spirituality

does this get to other people. people writing dare for there and wit for with and da for the. it takes one millasecond to write the other letter or it properly so why does everyone write like they are in grade 1

2007-12-09 13:23:38 · 15 answers · asked by miraclebaby_2006 5 in Etiquette

Need the definition? THEORY- a theory is a mathematical or logical explanation, or a testable model of the manner of interaction of a set of natural phenomena, capable of predicting future occurrences or observations of the same kind, and capable of being tested through experiment or otherwise falsified through empirical observation.

Creationism does not in any way qualify as a theory, since it cannot be tested and has absolutely no verifiable evidence. Not to mention that an invisible guy that nobody has ever seen poofing it out of nothing isn't exactly the apex of logical thought.

2007-12-09 13:23:35 · 14 answers · asked by Enigma®Ragnarökin' 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I am going to start watching a neighbor's 4 month old son. I will be watching him for 4 hours 2 days a week. What do you think a fair price would be to charge per hour?

2007-12-09 13:21:22 · 3 answers · asked by lovednotspoiled 5 in Etiquette

can you please mention your reasons? i hate holidays but i dont know why!

2007-12-09 13:19:54 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Holidays

Why do Christians always try to convert others into Christianity ? Why are there organized missionaries in all parts of the world trying all sorts of tactics to convert people into believers of Christ ?

2007-12-09 13:19:22 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I have found a few posts about evolution and some have said that there is proof of evolution, but they choose to ignore it because of their religious beliefs. Why do some people choose to be ignorant about the scientific work done on evolution? It is argued that it can never be proved, but neither can devine creation. Is it possible to belive in both?

2007-12-09 13:18:12 · 9 answers · asked by dustidawn_1999 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Why don't people get that it doesn't matter how good you are or how nice a person you are on earth. The only way to "get into heaven" is to trust in Jesus and be sorry for your sins. It's impossible to be good enough for god to "let you in" because it's all about repentance. I don't see why people say things like " I believe in Jesus but I'm not sure if I am good enough to get into heaven. Im a drug addict and I killed 18,000 people." And another thing is purgatory. I totally respect catholicism but does the Bible ever mention purgatory? and I am not qualified with enough with information to be asking this but isn't worshipping the pope idolatry? God I sound like a brat. So sorry people. Another question is did Adam and Eve have belly buttons? since they never had umbilical cords and all....
And whats the big difference between the baptist and e-free churches? I've been a member at both of those and the lutheran church. so have fun answering my many questions people. luv ya! <3 MarciQ

2007-12-09 13:17:56 · 12 answers · asked by Kristin 2 in Religion & Spirituality

There's a possibility of me moving to the States for some months. My American friends told me those who have travelled are very much different to those who haven't(in the States), so I shouldn't expect to conduct prayers "casually" like I do in England. They also said I should be prepared for negative remarks. So far, I have no problems being a Muslim in England. May be this is just me, or media influence is truly huge in the States?I heard Oprah showing disapproval when one suggested learning Islam to create understanding. Oprah's words are listened by American women. If this is true, then...I won't have female friends when I'm there.

2007-12-09 13:15:57 · 12 answers · asked by Ananya 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-09 13:14:06 · 2 answers · asked by Laughing Libra 6 in Other - Holidays