Religion & Spirituality - 28 July 2006

I am not saying that the Bible is not a great book, and indeed there is much wisdom in it. However, this is a text that was written, translated, and re-translated over a period of several thousand years. Over this period of time there are errors in how they are copied. There are also nuances in words that disappear in translation. Why do many people simply state that because it is in the Bible, it is the Truth? The Truth that is in the Bible is held in its timeless wisdom about our relationship to God. It is NOT a scientifically accurate book-- I have heard people tell me that the limited descriptions of the monsters, "Leviathan" and "Behemoth" are accurate descriptions of DINOSAURS! I understand that people beleive that the Bible is the Word of God-- but how can you take poetry (the Psalms, Song of Solomon, etc.) literally? How about the parts that contradict each other (ie the two creation accounts in Genesis-- how can the world be created twice?). Why do people believe this?

2006-07-28 17:03:08 · 19 answers · asked by Hugo Reyes 3

2006-07-28 17:02:11 · 7 answers · asked by TracieLacy 2

The world stinks because of Bush and his idea for dealing with our gas problems by opening up wildlife parks and the economy by relaxing pollution laws and cutting down more trees for big business.


Your turn, lol.

2006-07-28 17:00:49 · 21 answers · asked by ManicGemini 1

2006-07-28 17:00:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

but how is it that we are to allow Christians to interpret the Bible when they can't as a community even decide what a Christian is? I posted a question about that a while back and recieved several varying answers on the topic. I just looked at another question and came to realize that some people see Christ as a peaceful man while others see him as militant. So I ask you, since the Agnostic view of the Bible tends to be consistent, how is it that we are the ones missing something? I am looking for real answers here.

2006-07-28 16:58:53 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous

why do they the living God is dead when in reality he lives and breaths and eats, and reigns on heaven and earth. Just because his throne is in heaven and he is in heaven doesnt mean he's dead.

2006-07-28 16:57:50 · 24 answers · asked by morobell 3

Why is life so predictable? Don't you think angels would be showing themselves to all of us all the time, we would see strange things, here voices, see "signs"???
We already have a scientific explanation for people who do, psychology. So why don't I , we see supernatural occurances all the time?

2006-07-28 16:57:39 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Does it?

http://www.fun4u.dk/links/pictures/chris.jpg

Huh? What do you think of it? Would you mind if it's published?

2006-07-28 16:56:35 · 25 answers · asked by Kookoo Bananas 3

2006-07-28 16:55:51 · 8 answers · asked by Irfan Ahmed 1

2006-07-28 16:55:42 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

You believe in asking the Priest forgiveness, and you are forgiven. So do you say, to sin is no big deal of an issue?

2006-07-28 16:53:43 · 13 answers · asked by NchantingPrincess 5

The main theory in the belief of God is that He gave free will to us humans, but...

A murderer dies and he meets God, and God says, "You did evil, you must be punished,'
The murderer says, "You, my God, gave me free will, and I chose this, so why does that make what I have done, wrong? Surely it is up to me what I do, as you, my God have granted me this free will."

Why should the murderer be punished for his free will, and if so, then why would a God create this person in the first place, knowing (as a God would) what this person is going to do?

But, if the God didn't know what the murderer was going to do, then he couldn't judge such a person, because he granted them that free will to kill.
If he did know the murderer's plans, then we, the human race, are nothing more than puppets or actors reading our lines.

2006-07-28 16:50:59 · 35 answers · asked by Innocuous pen... 4

you are one sick person!!

2006-07-28 16:50:34 · 9 answers · asked by just julie 6

2006-07-28 16:48:34 · 30 answers · asked by aussygirl87 1

2006-07-28 16:47:42 · 21 answers · asked by Dale W 2

What do you think about the National ID? Do you think it is the lead in for the mark of the beast? And if so, would you accept the National ID when it becomes required?

2006-07-28 16:47:11 · 10 answers · asked by redeye.treefrog 3

2006-07-28 16:44:16 · 28 answers · asked by O'Hare 1

2006-07-28 16:42:24 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

i spent 6 year's takeing care of my husband he had cancer and died i feel now i have no one that can pamper and care for me i spent 1 year takeing care of my son after he was hit by a truck now i have a daughter with 2 rare deseas's one of the brain she just got out of surgery and i feel like that is all my life is about takeing care of everyone else but me there is no way i can trun my back on my own has anyone else been there and how do you deal with it i love the lord and i try to do his will everyday i know i'am not perfect but i need tender loveing care myself

2006-07-28 16:41:55 · 12 answers · asked by mishoney 4

Is this true? Whats the proof? All I know is that Jesus was the son of God. Thats what I learn in Church. Why do people think this? Please tell me. I dont know whether jesus was Jewish, Christian, the son of God, or the same. There are so many beleifs which has the most proof? Before you make a stupid comment like "Have you been drinking?" remember, Im only 14.

2006-07-28 16:40:49 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

how do we know there is an eternal life and whats out there. if there is, then how do we know god wont one day say "im tired of this" and wipe us all out. so is it really eternal and love?

2006-07-28 16:39:29 · 11 answers · asked by Jonathan R 2

I just love the nasty hatefull responces form some people who imagine they are christians.

2006-07-28 16:38:49 · 5 answers · asked by Plan 9 2

2006-07-28 16:38:16 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-07-28 16:36:20 · 9 answers · asked by Paul C 1

because of the rewards God will give and fear of Hell. How can I change my way of thinking? Dont tell me to re-accept him into my heart because Ive done that many, many times. PLEASE HELP ME

2006-07-28 16:35:27 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

One being the mildest to Ten being the worst. But seriously what you feel in your heart in order of degree.

2006-07-28 16:31:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

i recently met some young people of the mormon faith they seemed very nice, they asked to come to my home, and give me some books ,and brochures ,and mormon pamplets, we had one study so far but its confusing to me, they say they go by the teachins of joseph smith, so i told my sisters and some friends, all gave me some not so good information about these people is there anyone that can give me more detailed information?? i dont know much about mormons, plz be serious, and not sarcastic comments, i am just tryin to learn about there religion thank u... would love all types of veiws and opinions..

2006-07-28 16:29:50 · 21 answers · asked by blk_female_x 2

This is a serious question, please don't spout 50 bible verses in your comment...I probably won't read it.

When did Christianity first start? (Time period). I have a preconceived notion that in the age of [at least] early egyptians and prior to that there was no "christianity". Is my notion correct? If not pls fill me in (factual evidence please, nothing from the Bible)

I was wondering, if my notions are right and there was a time when 'christianity' was not known...what happend to the people living at the time when they died? Also, same goes for other cultures who did not have contact with Christianity. If they did not have the opportunity to know about it, did they not go to 'heaven' because of it???

2006-07-28 16:28:32 · 33 answers · asked by Heather 4

http://upi.com/NewsTrack/view.php?StoryID=20060724-063818-3430r

LUBBOCK, Texas, July 24 (UPI) -- Public officials in Lubbock, Texas, are organizing a day to pray for rain.

"Nobody is going to tell God what to do and what not to do, but we are in a serious drought in West Texas and since he is the man who controls the rain clouds, we're asking him for his mercy and his help," Mayor David Miller told the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.

The City Council and the Lubbock County commissioners are expected to adopt resolutions this week asking local residents to both pray and fast for rain this Sunday.

So far this year, Lubbock has received about half of its normal 10 inches. In the weeks since June 1, the growing season for cotton, rainfall has been a scant .75 inches, far less than the normal 4.43 inches.

2006-07-28 16:28:17 · 2 answers · asked by atreadia 4

Id never live in any of these states, theres like 99 percent christians in all these states. Can you imagine all those losers?

Kansas
Alabama
Arkansas
Kentucky
Tennessee
Missouri
Georgia
Louisiana
South Carolina
North Carolina
West Virginia
Texas
Florida
Indiana
Ohio
Oklahoma
Mississippi

2006-07-28 16:27:57 · 25 answers · asked by O'Hare 1