Religion & Spirituality - 25 August 2007

2007-08-25 21:45:27 · 10 answers · asked by lebteam 1

The truth is we have no idea. Doesn't that mean agnosticism is the true religion of all mankind?

2007-08-25 21:41:26 · 30 answers · asked by Why? 2

I've been noticing lately that there are many questions that appeal to the idea that the person posting the answer has some expertise into historical matters that others in the population are ignorant of. Examples of this include the idea that the founding fathers of America were Atheist, and that Mother Theresa didn't feel the presence of God for 40 years of her life. Why do these so called facts only seem to appear after the person indicated by the 'fact' has died and are then unable to verify these claims? Do others have some idea on why this phenomenon occurs? Are people just so full of it that they must make up outlandish claims in a way that is deliberately unverifiable or is this just coincidence? Do you know of any other examples of this occurring? Please use clear examples that do not (intentionally) disrespect other people beliefs (such as Adam and Eve for example).

2007-08-25 21:29:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

"Dead Elves" raised a very interesting Q:
At one time or another, we´ll be able to radically alter our own genome, and become more than what we are... or simply different.
We might want to adapt to underwater conditions, or even to space (not to the lack of oxygen, surely).
Some might want to shed their organic body and download their personalities into a neural net, analogous memory bank.
Immortality itself might be closer than we think.
I know I´d take the plunge. Would you?

But then, what would the sacred texts all over the world jury-rig to fit the new biotechnological realities?
Could they hold to their followers?
Would the "augmented" humans decide to leave the superstitious Earth behind?
Would they create their own superstitious falvor after awhile?

Believers could certainly say that all this won´t happen, that it´s impossible, but then again they said that to Galileo and Darwin, too... right?

2007-08-25 21:25:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I don't really know whether he existed or not. But I think everyone owes it to themselves to look outside the Bible breifly, and research the god Mithras, you may be suprised.

2007-08-25 21:24:29 · 16 answers · asked by Walabie 2

I read an article on celibacy recently. It was extolling the spiritual benefits of celibacy.

But is celibacy good for you? Aren't we naturally inclined towards sex? Is there anything wrong with a good healthy sex life?

I'd like to hear all of your opinions on this. Both the critics and supporters and even practioners. What health and spiritual benefits can be had from being (or not being) a celibate?

By the way, the definition of celibacy I am using here is the total lack of sex. Not just being unmarried as some religions seem to define it.

2007-08-25 21:16:37 · 27 answers · asked by tuthutop 2

2007-08-25 21:12:14 · 26 answers · asked by ? 6

Hey, have you heard the news? Mother Theresa had spiritual doubts which she shared only with her spiritual advisers. She even pronounced the words "I have no faith." She was in doubt about religion for the last 50 years of her life.

http://archives.cnn.com/2001/WORLD/asiapcf/south/09/06/excerpts.mother.theresa/index.html

Hmm, could it be that Atheists like Mother Theresa can engage in charitable works too, that you don't need religion or faith to be good?

2007-08-25 21:09:37 · 24 answers · asked by PIERRE S 4

Does this mean if you obey the law you are a law unto yourself,it says you are then justified,can one get in heaven that way!

2007-08-25 20:59:57 · 12 answers · asked by Inou 3

The Big Bang Theory is the dominant scientific theory about the origin of the universe. According to the big bang, the universe was created sometime between 10 billion and 20 billion years ago from a cosmic explosion that hurled matter and in all directions.

http://liftoff.msfc.nasa.gov/academy/universe/b_bang.html

Genesis Chapter 1:2
2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.

form (fôrm)

n.
1.
a. The shape and structure of an object.

b. The body or outward appearance of a person or an animal considered separately from the face or head; figure.

void (void)

adj.
1. Containing no matter; empty.

2. Not occupied; unfilled.

3. Completely lacking; devoid: void of understanding. See Synonyms at empty.

4. Ineffective; useless.

Deep
A word used in the Bible to denote…

the chaos mentioned in Gen. 1:2:

2007-08-25 20:58:41 · 18 answers · asked by DrMichael 7

2007-08-25 20:55:42 · 31 answers · asked by Alex 2

-Insert dumb religious question here-

2007-08-25 20:55:22 · 6 answers · asked by Red 3

Seriously, as time goes on it becomes more and more obvious. People just can't accept it, however, because that would destroy their purpose in life. They will be scared that we are alone in the universe and no one is watching over them.

But it's time to get real. There is no god.

Vote atheism

2007-08-25 20:53:31 · 21 answers · asked by dosahyd f 2

The more I ask, the more I get answers that are so alien to me that I could be talking to some hiveminded creature from the Perseus arm of the galaxy.
From what I see, believers huddle together around a leader and apply a common current of thought that has been handed to them.
And atheists are individualistic, mistrusting second hand experience. They might stumble more often on both old and new stones, but they get to see things with a fresh perspective.
And the map is so different than the territory, why would we settle for the map only? Moreover IS THE MAP CORRECT?
There is no doubt in my mind as to where progress comes from, because the road less travelled is where novelty can be found, once perspective from past visionaries is available.
Denying a lack of imagination is for believers something akin to an alcoholic that refuses to admit his/her addiction.
There is so much potential in humanity, flocking seems to be so wasteful, so self-limitating.
It´s really depressing...

2007-08-25 20:52:43 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

For me, it is not about us, but about Him. And oneness. I'm not sure I can even explain what I think "free will" is, so I would like to hear what you believe it is, and what it makes you feel like.

2007-08-25 20:43:35 · 23 answers · asked by Shinigami 7

why did you want to anser this question or choose it for that matter

2007-08-25 20:43:27 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-25 20:41:57 · 17 answers · asked by memee 1

whasnt it he(or the father) who married the two in the first place?

2007-08-25 20:41:33 · 19 answers · asked by Pisces 6

Does anyone know of a religion where is the notion of a super - god ? That is a god that is hiearchical above all other gods known by human.

2007-08-25 20:33:35 · 7 answers · asked by gjmb1960 7

Im a Christian and im seriously tired of people telling others that they are going to hell. How do you know? Do you know the future of this persons life? How do you know that they will never turn to God? The bible says that the first will be last and the last will be first. An Atheist could one day turn around and come to christ but you already condemn them to hell. Is that the godly way of speaking to others? God forbid.

Christians also keep judging other Chrisitans, its ok to correct and rebuke but im talking about when some Christians are quick to make assumptions about others. Its irritating. If i say something about Homosexuallity, then to some, im automatically judging, Come' on, lighten up.

2007-08-25 20:29:54 · 38 answers · asked by Anonymous

And what religion/cult is it?

2007-08-25 20:29:53 · 24 answers · asked by ? 6

Unfortunately some people are born crazy, they truely have no "moral compass" or understanding of right or wrong.

Let's assume this person has commited murder (or whatever other sins you would like) and has been hospitalized. If the person because of their illness can not comprehend the concept of repenting or even who or what jesus is, would they still be held accountable for their sins and sent to hell?

Would god not have created the sickness in the person to begin with?

2007-08-25 20:23:19 · 17 answers · asked by Gawdless Heathen 6

2007-08-25 20:14:24 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you believe the reason GOD Created our {outer space} so so huge is cause.....after the Rapture and we're in Heaven,,, we will be able to 'fly at the speed of light' to many other Planets for us SAINTS to Explore ??

2007-08-25 20:13:59 · 20 answers · asked by SteverZ 3

that God created to try and recreate it, why don't they create their own elements from nothing like God did?

2007-08-25 20:11:45 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok I know Satanists supposidly don't believe in god or the devil. So why do they do rituals and magic? If you know the answer let me know. Also please any christians and other religious ppl don't reply with GOD IS KING and other things about god this a real question and I want a normal answer.

2007-08-25 20:09:47 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

From Q and A I got to read on YA, I realize that many people are unaware of all the suffering, efforts and sacrifices that went into building nations that more or less respect the integrity of their citizens. Women have fought and died to earn the right to be assertive. African americans have fought discrimination. Gay people have managed to get their ways of life, if not respected, at least tolerated.
All around the world, discrimination has been and is still fought bitterly, at the price of human lives.
And here, I see hate, I see bigotry, and I see the capitulation of basic rights that have actually cost human lives. Some of them have to do with religion.
As an atheist, what I fight is not other people: what I fight is the relic of a reverence that has lost its perspective, that has become arbitrary a long time ago, and that under the charisma of forceful leaders can become a new ocean of hate.
Would you please think for yourself?
I don´t ask you to follow me, just to be skeptical.

2007-08-25 20:09:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was reading my history book and i just started tinking about how everything i believe to be concrete and true is really just what someone else came up with. how does anyone know what the truth is, if all the truths come from emotional people? What are things that you really believe to be absolutely the truth?

2007-08-25 20:08:02 · 10 answers · asked by good advice 3

"I am a double rainbow that they paint in black and white."

Do you ever feel like that?

2007-08-25 20:07:07 · 10 answers · asked by Heron By The Sea 7

how is good and bad measured by them?

2007-08-25 20:05:25 · 15 answers · asked by . 3