Religion & Spirituality - 29 May 2007

I can put a name to a face for over 3000 people, and only 3 of them I've met were 'Christians'
the stat 2.5 billion christian in the world is B/S

2007-05-29 19:33:33 · 4 answers · asked by sahara_springs 3

2007-05-29 19:30:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Darwin was merely the first person that suggested that life develops though natural selection.

He did not develop evolution. That was done by thousands of Biologists over the past 100 years.
Darwin did not know that all mammals on earth have three bones in their ear
He did not know that Humans share over 95% of our DNA with most primates
He did not know about the Temporal fenestra, which groups us in the same Class as Dinosaurs and other reptiles.
He had no clue about amniotic egg, which is a biological function that allows all land animals to give birth on land, instead of in water like Amphibians and fish.

I could go on, but he had nothing to do with this. This was all documented in the past century. Much of it in the past 20 years.

2007-05-29 19:30:19 · 16 answers · asked by Gamla Joe 7

According to the Gallup poll, 1/3 of Americans believe that the Bible is literally the word of god and should be taken literally word for word. How does this make you feel? Personally it makes me scared that the world could be filled with such ignorance.

2007-05-29 19:28:50 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-29 19:25:39 · 25 answers · asked by sahara_springs 3

Evolution does exist, and to say it does not shows tremendous ignorance to scientific evidence. Not only does it exist, but after a general understanding of genetics and simple reasoning, it's obvious. Not only is it obvious, but evidence in the form of fossils, comparitive anatomy, embriology, etc is overwhelming. It is "only a theory," but so is all of science, and a theory is HEAVILY BACKED explanation that has withstood time. Evolution is FACT among the scientific community, who do a poor job of communicating to the general public.

I have nothing against Christianity. But just because a book says everything was created in six days does not mean it was literally created in six days. And evolution does not oppose religion.

So my questions is why. Why do so many people (more than half of Americans) disagree with evolution, and embrace its pseudoscience alternatives - creationism and Intelligent Design? Are they stupid, or have they been poorly educated about the topic?

2007-05-29 19:25:11 · 20 answers · asked by khard 6

I have just read an article written by one retired priest...he makes clear conclusion that exists line between psychiatry and religion...but considering C.G. Jung, it seems different

2007-05-29 19:22:12 · 4 answers · asked by Srbo Sutaric 5

2007-05-29 19:19:57 · 51 answers · asked by chris b 2

I am from Europe and I am hearing in the news that there is a "battle'' going on in USA about whether the theory of evolution is ok to be taught in schools. I don't understand. Isn't school suppose to teach science and church to teach religion? Don't people want to believe in God not because of luck of information and ignorance but because they choose to believe?

2007-05-29 19:09:38 · 28 answers · asked by ziggy 3

2007-05-29 19:06:26 · 28 answers · asked by Hitch™ 3

2007-05-29 19:02:21 · 29 answers · asked by sahara_springs 3

If the land really does is in fact belong to Israel and it will be returned to Israel because God said so, show us how much faith you really have. We believe so strongly in our God that we'll just let Palestine have the land and put all of our trust and faith in our Lord. Wouldn't that be the true test of faith in God?

2007-05-29 19:00:55 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

My husband and I are having a debate about something. He told me a real man's job is to sit o nthe couch all day while the woman cleaned. I told him a real man's job is to take care of his woman. I remember reading a verse as a child saying that woman did indeed take care of the husband but so did the husband. I told him it said it in the bible but he doesn't believe me. Am I going bonkers? Or does it say something like that in the bible? If so can you show me the verse? He hasn't helped clean the house since we've been married!

2007-05-29 18:59:22 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

What if you died and the religion you followed all your life was the wrong one?

Do you think God should allow you in heaven for all your past deeds or condem you in hell for eternity for worshipping the wrong God?


Please dont answer, " i know in my heart of hearts that my religion is true bla bla bla....."

This is a "What if" question.

2007-05-29 18:59:17 · 20 answers · asked by Nanook~Maybe I need a longer Name?~ 6

2007-05-29 18:57:21 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-29 18:56:33 · 8 answers · asked by U-98 6

used for saving the foreigners... how is possible God allowed that thing? similar to the chapter of genesis where lot wants to give his daugthers to the people for saving the angel.. is it the Word of God very ugly.. in this chapter in the end says 19:29 when he arrived he went into the house and got a knife he took his concubine's body and cut it into twelve pieces and sent one piece to each of the twelve tribes of israel...

2007-05-29 18:54:39 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-29 18:53:05 · 13 answers · asked by sahara_springs 3

2007-05-29 18:51:35 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok, from what I've seen athiest don't like the beliefs of christan cuase they don't belive in a type of God or enything of the sort and think its totally B.S ... Then christan don't like the belifes of atheist cuase they don't belive in eny sort of God and think all atheist are arrogant ... so why do people care about other people's beliefs? And why can't we all just get along? I mean a lot of the bible is about loveing people right, so why can't we be friends? (I will not state by beliefs till the end befor I pick a best answer cuase I do not what the answers to be alterd by this)(And yes I know my spelling totally sucks don't tell me and thanks for answering and stating ur view's on this...)

2007-05-29 18:45:54 · 38 answers · asked by Anonymous

until today i dont understand how we can die for god, or ala, or any other, theological figure, i am not saying i dont believe that some alien "not from this world" will come and scope me up once i turn in my running shoes, all i am saying is...when it religion just using its crowd for its own personal...very human agenda..and when will we learn that god's will isnt dictated by some few...all leaders...of all time have always...used peoples fear in believe to crack them open and take everything...crusades...inquisitions...holy wars..lash out to gay ppl...lash out to repruduction....war againts terror...when will this blood stop...when will we realize we are all but the same...that we are all one and all..and that all the technology and wonders...and insight..and...all the glories...and all that genious..will just vanish..along with our greed..so what can we do to change that institution?

2007-05-29 18:42:25 · 5 answers · asked by Morgy 2

LETS HEAR IT THEN! GREAT is His name...He alone is worthy to be praised........Paise the one who created heaven and earth!

2007-05-29 18:41:19 · 16 answers · asked by Godb4me 5

Deuteronomy 18:18
I will raise them up a Prophet from among their brethren, like unto thee, and will put my words in his mouth; and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.
Gospel of Barnabas
Chapter 220
Jesus answered: 'Believe me, Barnabas, that every sin, however small it be, God punishes with great punishment, seeing that God is offended at sin. Wherefore, since my mother and my faithful disciples that were with me loved me a little with earthly love, the righteous God has willed to punish this love with the present grief, in order that it may not be punished in the flames of hell.

2007-05-29 18:40:15 · 6 answers · asked by Punter 2

seeing that you do not allow email, i will do this publically, and you probably arn't online anymore but i am using this as a way to explain to others hwo you can be an athiest jew. connie, as you say
YOU ARE A JEW AND DON'T BELIEVE IN GOD YOU UGLY SHALLOW HORRIBLE PERSON...
well connie,
nonbeliever... yes
and i don't like to consider myself horrible or shallow or ugly
judaism is an open religion
i believe in the values and the teachings but not in god
i have no problem with that
it is how i live and i don't see why it would matter to you
and hey, i'm only 13
connie, do you realize you've insulted me without knowing me?
or are you too shallow?
i simply do not believe in god, but i live as many who do believe do. i am a person with morals, i love to learn, i find theology interesting. you can indeed be an athiest jew...
and i'm happy to be one

2007-05-29 18:38:51 · 6 answers · asked by Caitlyn 1

A church where the high preists are those who allow us to see, through the window of science and intellect, that which is truely deep and miraculous to understand. It would be a preisthood based on understanding....on mathematics, virtue, intuition, and intellectual pursuit.

People would rise in the way of a meritocracy....based on merits of community principles (virtues) and great character, intellect, knowledge/ wisdom, and hard-work.

People would do things simply on the responsibility that they carry due to their particular abilities, no recognition given to any one in particular.

The joys would simply be to explore and partake the job by which their expertise/passion has lead them. In turn, they would advise those not on their fields about what to do concerning things relating to their fields.

2007-05-29 18:32:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

The bible is just one book among many that claim to be "the way." It's not special because one can recite from it and say it's god's word. Anyone can quote from the Rig-Vedas, the Koran, or the legends of ancient Sumer and claim they are the true word of god. Numerous people claim they have spoken to god, some have been believed and some have been called insane. Do you have proof Jesus is the one, the only one, to believe? How do you anybody has talked to, or been sent by, god? How do you know god hasn't talked to or sent many messengers? How do you know god didn't send Jesus, Mohammed, Buddha, and scores of others as a gift? Maybe they all carry his word so everyone can find their way to him/her/it.
Any bible quotes cited as proof of Christianity's being "the one true religion" will be duly ignored. Along with quotes being used in the same manner from other religious texts.

2007-05-29 18:30:17 · 25 answers · asked by rebekkah hot as the sun 7

the question about the cross necklace spurred this question. i am a jew and i constant wear my star of david necklace, not becuase i believe in god (i don't) and not because i feel the need to proclaim my religion to the world, but because i like it and i am proud of being a jew. what do you think when you see religious symbol necklaces? Do you think i should be wearing one?

2007-05-29 18:28:55 · 16 answers · asked by Caitlyn 1

Yes it does.

Look it up.

What a horrendous crime.

No wonder you guys used to burn us alive in the public square.

Did your "loving God" tell you this was OK?

2007-05-29 18:28:44 · 12 answers · asked by ? 2

I've been studying Catholicism for a little over two years. If anyone asks my religion, I simply say "Catholic", because I find that I relate most to that religion.

I am VERY serious about converting (not because of marriage, or anything. I just relate most to it and want to be a part of it.)

The church nearest me is of small to medium attendence. (Roughly 100 people every Sunday)

I've called and left a message with the secretary, and I've also emailed the Parish. Still, it's been a long time, and nobody replies to me by phone or mail.

Any ideas? The next nearest Catholic church is about 20 miles away, and I wouldn't make it to their services. So it would feel odd converting there and going somewhere else.

2007-05-29 18:27:08 · 20 answers · asked by Furr. 4

Do you think that your sometimes interesting, sometimes boring, sometimes hilarious, sometimes insulting , sometimes thought-provoking posts based on the illogicalities of belief, will ever actually convince someone to lose their faith ?

2007-05-29 18:26:35 · 36 answers · asked by =42 6