Religion & Spirituality - 8 May 2007

In a previous question where I asked about the spelling of "magic" with a "k", a poster claimed that there were "pagans" and there were "Pagans" and that not all non-Christians (Buddhists for instance) are not a part of this movement called "Pagan" with a capital "p". So, do please tell me which religions are in this movement (which I've never heard of until now) and which aren't.
Also, just who is it that determines which religions are considered "Pagan" and which are considered to be just "pagan"? Who decides which religions get that honor? Or, is this just more New Age bunko made up to sound "kool"?

2007-05-08 11:34:55 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Is johnny depp character name charlie
if it's willy wonka
whos charlie
and why do they call it charlie
and the chocolate factory
if they can call it willy wonka and the chocolate factory
i don't get it

2007-05-08 11:29:17 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'd like to hear from saved Christian's who agree and disagree on this issue. Please comment, and explain why you feel Christians can or can not practice these movements based on "scripture", and not opinion?

I understand why the chants and beliefs from Eastern religions should not be embraced and incorporated with the movements, but if one uses scripture and the Bible as foundation, is this still inappropriate for a Christian?

What other exercises can be used instead of Yoga to promote relaxation, deep stretching, and similar physical/mental benefits if yoga is not for chiristians?

Since the Lord made our bodies to stretch, and our lungs to breathe deeply which causes relaxation, I'm sure there must be some way we can obtain the benefits of both through movement.

2007-05-08 11:20:19 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

My little brother is having all these christian videos for kids pushed on him and I'd like for him to see other sides and keep an open mind until he's at least at an appropriate age to decide for himself.

2007-05-08 11:18:56 · 5 answers · asked by AK-47 2

Is that not discrimination? If they let their own children date other races/religions, they just might learn something, like how to make peace in the middle east!

2007-05-08 11:15:23 · 13 answers · asked by Barticus 2

1. Discourages free-thought and expression.
2. Prevents any honest examination of life.
3. Encourages belief in a hateful, spiteful and jealous God.
4. Responsible for rampant spread of HIV/AIDS in Africa, as evidenced by well-meaning Missionaries discouraging the use of condoms.
5. Responsible for the decimation of Native Americans by well meaning Missionaries carrying and spreading smallpox.
6. The Crusades
7. The Inquisition
8. Not suffering a witch to live.
9. Our government thinking it's the mighty right arm of God.
10. Discourages scientific and medical progress (i.e., stemcell research)
11. Child abuse and molestation

Feel free to add to the list.....

2007-05-08 11:13:38 · 10 answers · asked by Shawn B 7

Is there a better name for Demons, what do you think and what are they?

2007-05-08 11:00:57 · 17 answers · asked by Plato 5

We are all familiar with the Jewish scripture since the larger part of it is incorporated into the Bible. We all know that Wiccans believe in magic spells,etc. Pagans presumably believe in spells,ancestor worship,racial genius,etc. None of that is very PC and it's certainly loaded with superstition. Ever wonder why they have nothing to say about all that? Opinions anyone? Be serious.

2007-05-08 10:58:40 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a little low tonight guys
got any nice quotes , poems etc to lift the spirits ?
make me smile

2007-05-08 10:54:45 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just saw someone claim that there must be something to Christianity, because so many Christians have been willing to die for their beliefs.

Doesn't that apply to ALL religions?? I hardly need to point out that Witches and Muslims and Jews have died at least as much as Christians (percentagewise) and maybe more. I also know a fair few atheists who wouldn't convert to something they didn't believe in, even if it was to save their life.

Why do so many Christians think they are special for doing what members of EVERY religion do?

2007-05-08 10:44:45 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just wondering my friend is one but he disobays rules that i know

2007-05-08 10:43:40 · 4 answers · asked by Nick 2

I gather the Hebrew Herrenvolk are deemed to be above criticism as usual. But seriously,this makes no sense. Jews,supposedly too dumb to recognize their own beliefs are being attacked when the "Old Testament" is held up to ridicule,atheists too dumb to know that this is Jewish scripture? We're supposed to buy this kind of PC acting-out? It sounds to me like Jews are (as always) consumed with hatred for Christians and more than willing to see atheists bash their own scripture as long as the attack is officially directed at Christians,in other words,the two join together on an antiChristian crusade? How merry! Opinions,fellow Christians? It all looks rather suspect to me.

2007-05-08 10:42:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

.........what would be the first thing you would say or ask God?

2007-05-08 10:40:33 · 65 answers · asked by Lauren =) 3

If there was a guy you knew who was a none-believer and despise the Bible in every way, what would be the first thing you would do?

2007-05-08 10:39:08 · 20 answers · asked by Lauren =) 3

Every religion has a set of beliefs. Upon what standards will each of us be judged? What will "judgement day" be like? How is it hat so many have died in the name of religion (long history of this)?

2007-05-08 10:38:13 · 15 answers · asked by d2 7

Was he a spritual leader or just a popular gigolo with the physical attributes to match?

2007-05-08 10:37:00 · 7 answers · asked by CHEESUS GROYST 5

your marriage is meaningless...1 Cor 7:29 but this I say, brethren, the time is short:it remaineth, that both they that have wives be as though they had none

for everything is under the sun...not the pastors on this one...Ecclesiastes 9 sorry must read all chp.

So what is the purpose to life, if everything is nothing.

2007-05-08 10:33:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you do believe that he could create something as small as an atomic particle and as vast as the solar systems, and if you can believe he created the sophisticated systems of life, then do you believe a God of that intelligence could figure a way to use men to write a book perfectly about him and his desires and keep that book preserved perfect through the ages?

I believe in a God that powerful and wonderful. His name is Jesus.
If you are a believer check out my site.
http://360.yahoo.com/profile-hyIO2hEjdKSkulj5ED3Wb.o-

2007-05-08 10:32:08 · 12 answers · asked by Bobby B 4

did he come for our sins or did he come cuss we can't help sinning?

2007-05-08 10:24:11 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-08 10:22:43 · 2 answers · asked by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6

Isaiah 49:13
Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; burst into song, O mountains! For the LORD comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.

2007-05-08 10:22:05 · 4 answers · asked by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6

What does that say about islam?
By killing/hurting many innocent people why still got rewarded. Also why I never hear any Christians/Jews/Catholics and other religion that have suicide bombers/Terrorist/Hi jacker.
Just another 6 muslim being capture for planning terrorist attack in NJ. Why, Why, Why ??????????
They are not crazy people or bad people, they are good people in their religion

2007-05-08 10:20:01 · 2 answers · asked by Op3nMinded 2

For to us a ___ is ___, to us a ___ is given, and the _______ will be on his _______. And he will be called _______ _______, ________, _________, _________.

-And this has come true! Jesus is our Lord and Savior and He is God!

2007-05-08 10:17:49 · 1 answers · asked by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6

2007-05-08 10:14:56 · 2 answers · asked by Hamzeh 2

or just through the internet.

2007-05-08 10:14:19 · 2 answers · asked by j t 1

Could it be that the only reason why they are not able to is because religious fanatics push their belief systems into our government? If this is the case, how does it make you feel that same sex marriages are made illegal only because of a religion.

2007-05-08 10:14:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-08 10:09:34 · 28 answers · asked by FaceFullofFashion 6

In the IJCR study, more than 70 percent of faculty said the United States "would be better off if Christian fundamentalists kept their religious beliefs out of politics."

http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewCulture.asp?
Page=/Culture/archive/200705/CUL20070508b.html

Politics are part of this world and you are involved in politic so you are part of this world, then you belong to the devil, wow.

2007-05-08 10:08:59 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-08 10:05:59 · 20 answers · asked by j t 1

I am often accused here on R&S of mocking God simply for saying I don't have belief in God, how does that work?

2007-05-08 10:05:49 · 28 answers · asked by CHEESUS GROYST 5