Religion & Spirituality - 22 March 2007

I am not christian ,have no religion.

I like reading the arguments between the atheists and christians.

Atheists quite often tell in history(even today) christians have done so many destructive things in the name of god.

I think it has the point.

The harmful distortion of christianity.

But the treasure of atheists, the so called science , has also done so many destructive things in the name of the quest for the truth.

Who invented atomic bomb ,nerve gas, so many terrible weapons which already killed so many innocent people including children?

so called scientists.

religion and science if they are in the wrong hands they become monster.

I think atheists must be humble referring their spritual sponsor , the science.

can we be arrogant with the help of science?

2007-03-22 22:19:44 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-22 22:18:07 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

this is what the bible says
1 Corinthians, chapter 11,5: but any woman who prays or prophesies with her head unveiled dishonors her head -- it is the same as if her head were shaven.
1 Corinthians, chapter 11,6: For if a woman will not veil herself, then she should cut off her hair; but if it is disgraceful for a woman to be shorn or shaven, let her wear a veil.
1 Corinthians, chapter 11,10: That is why a woman ought to have a veil on her head, because of the angels

remember the verse where angels married the daughters of man?


Genesis, chapter 6,4: The Nephilim were on the earth in those days, and also afterward, when the sons of God came in to the daughters of men, and they bore children to them. These were the mighty men that were of old, the men of renown

2007-03-22 22:17:11 · 7 answers · asked by unitedfaith 4

I always hear Christians said that regarding some horrendous verses in the Bible. Why don't they say the same for Genesis and accept evolution? That's in the old testament.

2007-03-22 22:16:07 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

A and B were involved knowing that the fate of their relation depends on B's spiritual Guide. Spiritual guide denies the alliance and B marries as per the orders of the spiritual guide. Now how should they behave with each other. Should A cut-off from B totally? Should A remain in talking terms with B as before? Should A restrict talk to say like wishing happy birthday or happy new year and nothing more? What can be the most justified relation betwen A and B.

2007-03-22 22:13:40 · 7 answers · asked by query1 1

Christians, your own Christian scholars agreed that the bible is full of errors. Remember these are your own people. There have been numerous Chritians in this R&S site that said it is inerrant. Look at the link below. So what do you have to say now?
http://www.probe.org/content/view/211/47/

2007-03-22 22:08:04 · 13 answers · asked by halo 3

2007-03-22 22:01:39 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I got scared and ran away.

2007-03-22 21:58:00 · 11 answers · asked by Summer 1

And dust is made up of dead human skin particles, then... where did the dust come from?

It's a simple quetsion... I want answers.

Thanx!

2007-03-22 21:56:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Us Atheists and sometimes Agnostics have proof of science, facts, and we have expirements that we can do to prove we are right. So.. We have facts, science, expirements, and chemistry to back up up on what we believe.

Christians and God believing people, where is your god to back you up? Where is he when you need him? The bible isn't backing you up, b/c you don't know if there is a real god who really wrote it, do you? Some hobo couldda wrote it! So... what in the world, other than blind faith, is backing YOU up? I certainly don't see your god behind you, proving himself.

2007-03-22 21:50:43 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

i've read frm some answers here that "dead people who are in heaven helps us to bring our prayers to God". is that so?

if you have same belief like this, can you pls cite a Bible verse? pls use primarily the Bible as the basis. thanks.

2007-03-22 21:50:05 · 8 answers · asked by smile 1

that there being conned by a faith that has done nothing but divide people ,cause wars, over population of the earth,
the spread of aids coz of there mind set on condoms and family planning.
and abortion.
sex is a sin if your not doing it to concieve a child so this
is what drives these nutters to have ten kids.
the good book is driving us to self destruction it can be blamed for globle warming

2007-03-22 21:46:53 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-22 21:44:48 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-22 21:43:18 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want to know what happens after death.
Any suggestions about how to find out (short of killing myself)?

2007-03-22 21:42:47 · 7 answers · asked by ? 3

so at least once a day there is the question ""how to"" becone a christian ,muslim ,hindu blah blah blah! lets change that and get some coments on
HOW NOT TO BECOME .................!
I am so sick of the perverse reasoning why one is better then the other!
I go first - I dont become the above by keeping my mouth shut as far as religion is concerned and not push it on to others!

2007-03-22 21:41:00 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

Atheists, if you can believe that there is no God and that the World, with all it infinite beauty and sciences just happened...then my friends YOU HAVE MORE FAITH THEN US CHRISTIANS...
I propose the following to you, if you take a wrist watch with all its intricacies and you take out all the parts, needles screws etc. Then you go to the highest point you can imagine-like take a plane or even a spacecraft and from this point drop all the parts of the watch-would you believe that the watch could come together and be totally functional as if you had not taken it apart.

I don't think many is not anyone would say yes! So how can you say the word just came about???? Surely logic says there is a God.

For all the philosophers out there.See Pascal's Wager!! The great philosopher himself concluded that it makes logical sense to believe in God.

2007-03-22 21:37:41 · 44 answers · asked by RAVIE G 2

Just need some financial backing here, I'll save you a seat.
Can we all sit together and stop this religion war of selfishness.
When can we all share a moment of decency and admit that maybe we just won't cut it in Heaven?

2007-03-22 21:30:50 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

i was born into agnosticism, spent most of my life Hndu, n now im afraid i might be goin back to agnosticsm (if i aint already there).tonight, i tried prayin, but didnt feel the faith comin out, so i stopped. i have too many problems outta my control, n everybody tell me to pray more, but im loosin da faith! idk how strong i was in Hnduism, but im startin to feel like god is made up so ppl can have somethin to rely on, n what proof is there that god exists? too many ignorant ppl have a common misconception of Hnduism (we ONLY have 1 god, but represented through diff forms, symbolically showin that god is everywhere and in everything!) n we DONT worship images(we use the images as a symoblic way of devotion, n thru the image, god is invoked!) the image is NOT god, but god is in EVERYTHING! well, tomorrow we gotta religious event at my tmple, n idk if i should go, considerin id feel funny if i dont pray. my aunty said to go n just meditate, is it still a good idea to go?

2007-03-22 21:29:24 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I sure do

2007-03-22 21:26:52 · 22 answers · asked by hempeater421 1

2007-03-22 21:25:49 · 13 answers · asked by U-98 6

and good people. who run for office and they turn out evil, don't people pray before they vote.i do . my parents did.
we have a crazy man in office who thinks God talks to him and tells him to invade countrys.
do you pray before you vote?

2007-03-22 21:22:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I would like to hear from ONLY Christians on this question; not because I don't value you others, because I do, but because this question requires Christian input.
Anyway, an acquaintance of mine is completely unfamiliar with the Bible, and has never attended church. She and her husband were recently given Bibles by another friend, but neither one of them have any idea where to start reading.
They're both VERY interested, though.
My question is this: Where do YOU think they should start? And why?
I suggested Ruth (because they're a newlywed couple), Luke, and John. Anyone have other suggestions?

2007-03-22 21:17:03 · 35 answers · asked by The_Cricket: Thinking Pink! 7

To even be alive. Created from dust from a loving God. We need to stop living for the world. We need to wash away what they thought of you. Because in this place, we're all as good as dead. Behind the mask you'll find yourself alone
It's not the end of road for you

My father holds me in his nailed scarred hands which I put there
But for some reason he still loves me with all his heart
Even through I betray him constantly
He always keeps his arms open waiting, till I give up my old ways
God my father, you are the only one that can give me comfort
You touch my heart in such a way that all I can do is cry your name
Jesus Christ I love you

2007-03-22 21:16:37 · 11 answers · asked by Christ Love 1

All praises be to Allah, the Lord of the Universe. May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon Muhammad His last messenger.
The objective of this handout is to correct a false idea spread among those willing to adopt Islam as their faith. Some people are facing difficulties on the basis of their mistaken belief that entering into the Islamic fold requires an announcement from the concerned person in the presence of high ranking scholars or sheikhs or reporting this act to courts of justice or other authorities. It is also thought that the act of accepting Islam, should, as a condition have a certificate issued by the authorities as an evidence to that effect.
We wish to clarify that the whole matter is very easy and that none of the above mentioned conditions or obligations are required. For Allah; the Almighty, is above all comprehension and knows well the secrets of all hearts. Nevertheless, those who are going to adopt Islam as their religion are Muslims with the concerned governmental agency, as this procedure may facilitate for them many matters including the possibility of performing Hajj and Umrah.
If anyone has a real desire to be a Muslim and has full conviction and strong belief that Islam is the true religion ordained by Allah (SWT) for all human beings, then, one should pronounce that "Shahada" (The testimony of faith) without further delay. The Holy Qur'an is explicit in this regard as Allah (SWT) has stated.
"Truly, the Religion on the sight of Allah is Islam." (3:19)
In another verse of the Holy Qur'an, Allah (SWT) has stated:
"And whosoever desires a religion other that Islam, never will it accepted of him; and in the Hereafter he will be in the ranks of those who are lost." (3:85)
In addition, Islam is the only Religion prevailing over all other religions. Allah (SWT) has stated in the Holy Qur'an;
"And to thee. We have sent the Book in truth, (This Qur'an) confirming the scripture that came before it, and a witness over it…" (5:48)
Muhammad, the Prophet of Allah (Peace and blessing of Allah be upon him), said:
"Islam is based on five pillars: testifying that there is no God worthy to be worshipped but Allah, and that Muhammad is the messenger of Allah and His servant; performing the prayer; paying the Zakat (obligatory charity); fasting the month of Ramadan; and perfuming Hajj."


The Shahada can be declared as follows:
''ASH-HADU ANLAA ILAHA ILLA ALLAH WA ASH HADU ANNA MUHAMMADAN ABDUHU WA RASUULUH."
The English translation is:
"I bear witness that there is no deity worthy to be worshipped but Allah, and I bear witness the Muhammad is His servant and messenger.''
However, it would not be sufficient for anyone to utter only this testimony orally either in private or in public, but rather, one should believe in it by heart with a firm conviction with the teachings of Islam in all his life he will find himself a new born person, (or new man).
This will move him to strive more and more to improve his character and draw nearer to perfection. The light of the living faith will fill his heart until be becomes the embodiment of that faith.
What would be next after declaring the testimony of faith (Shahada) and then becoming a Muslim? He should know the real concept underlying this testimony which means the Oneness of Allah and accept Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), as the last of the Prophet, and meet its requirements. He must behave accordingly applying this true faith to every thing he speaks or does. What do the words of "Shahada" signify.
The significant point which every Muslim must know very well is the truth that there is no God (ditty) to be worshipped other than Allah, (Glory be Him). He is the only true God, Who Alone deserves to be worshipped, since He is the Giver of life and Sustainer and Nourisher of mankind and all creation with His unlimited bounties. Man must worship Allah, Who Alone is worthy of worship.
The second part of the "Sahada" i. e. "We ashhadu anna Muhammadan abduhu wa rasuluh" means that Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is the servant and chosen messenger of Allah. No one must have two opinions about this matter. In fact, the Muslim has to obey the commands of the Prophet (PBUH), to believe him in what he has said, to follow his teachings, to avoid what he has forbidden, and to worship Allah alone according to the message revealed to him.
What is the meaning of worship? It simply means rendering sincere service; showing reverence for Allah. In a deeper shade of meaning, it implies total submission and complete obedience to Allah's Commandments both in utterances and actions of man whether explicit or implicit and whether private or public.
Worship falls into two categories:
Visible (manifest or outward)
Invisible (concealed or inward)
Visible worship includes acts such as uttering the two parts of the "Shahada" performing prayers, giving Zakat (Obligatory charity), observing fast in the month of Ramadan, performing Hajj, recitation of the Holy Qur'an, supplication, adoring Allah by praising Him, purifying our bodies before prayers, etc.
This type of worship is associated with movement of the parts of human body, [actions].
Invisible worship is to believe in Allah, in the Day of Judgment, in the Hereafter, in the Angels, in the Books of Allah, in the Divine Decree of destiny (that good and bad are determined by Allah alone.
This type of worship does not involve movements of parts of the body but it surely has a bearing on one's heart which subsequently affects his way of life. (Beliefs).
It should be borne in mind that worship not dedicated to Allah alone, will be rejected as one form of polytheism or shirk, which amount to apostasy from the Islamic point of view.
The next step for a devotee (newly reverted to Islam) is to purify himself by taking a bath (total ablution). He should then resolve to comply with all the principles and rules of Islam in their entirety. He disowns all forms of polytheism and false beliefs. He should reject evil and be righteous. Such rejection of evil and being righteous is one of the requisites of the motto of Islam that is, Lailaha Illal Laah.


Allah has stated in the Holy Qur'an:
"… whoever disbelieves in false deities and believes in Allah, hath grasped the most trustworthy Handhold, that will never break…" (2:256)
we have to consider that when we declare from our heart that "there is no god (ditty) worthy to be worshipped but Allah." It implies on our part of love, devotion, faith and obedience to the rules of Islamic legislation which are legally binding on all Muslims. It is requirement of "there is no god worty to be worshipped but Allah," to love for the sake of Allah and to reject for the sake of Allah. This is the firmest anchor of belief which materializes the meaning of "AL-WALA and "AL-BARA". It means that a Muslim should love and be loyal to his Muslim brothers. He should, as a practice, dissociate himself completely from practices of the unbelievers and refuse to be influenced by them, both in worldly and religious matters.
We conclude with a humble prayer to Allah that He may cleanse the hearts and souls of those who are genuine seekers of truth and may He bless the community of believers. Ameen.

2007-03-22 21:15:23 · 22 answers · asked by lor l 1

2007-03-22 21:15:12 · 9 answers · asked by ? 5

i thought it was very distasteful and almost sacreligious. and whats up with all the subtitles ? i think the story should have been told the way it was written in the bible.

2007-03-22 21:12:29 · 18 answers · asked by unitedfaith 4

2007-03-22 21:12:03 · 3 answers · asked by U-98 6

I just want to understand,if your sins are forgiven just because your a christan ,than why worship.So as long as you believe Jesus is your saviour you go to heaven,regardless of your sin?

2007-03-22 21:09:57 · 17 answers · asked by sam79 2

I was a christian even then but that hit me below the belt!
Though I haven't seen her for years, I know I could just walk in her door tommorrow.
She is the kindest sweetest person one could be blessed to have as an Aunty.
Never has a bad word for anyone. Works part time & volounteers part time to help the Elderly in a home.
She has this contaigous giggle, & a cute way she says 'Yes'
She is not a christian, but she is the epitomy of a 'good' person. I think she may have her own belief in God.
Why would she not be making it to Heaven?

2007-03-22 21:04:04 · 19 answers · asked by ? 6