Religion & Spirituality - 29 October 2007

... without referring to evolution, would you
a) leave the question blank
b) use the words "God" and "Bible" in your answer
c) immediately transfer to the History of Religion 101 class

2007-10-29 06:52:42 · 23 answers · asked by I'm an Atheist 3

I'm writing about the history of the church and it's effect on society.

I'm looking for examples of where the church has held back science.

Examples I have include:
In 415 AD the Alexandria Library was burned to the ground by catholic monks.

During the black plague, religious leaders discouraged experimental scientific investigation.

In 1215 Pope Innocent III declared that all surgical procedures were prohibited by Church law.

Please share any more examples that you know of. Thanks!

2007-10-29 06:51:49 · 11 answers · asked by DanCorb 3

If people are going to use Bible prophesy as proof that their religion is the true one, then
1. How is it that you need a sign (magical prophesy) in order to believe.

and

2. Why do you trust Bible prophesies that are so very vague and unconvincing?
http://www.infidels.org/library/modern/farrell_till/prophecy.html

2007-10-29 06:51:37 · 8 answers · asked by The Burninator 1

We are starting to see Christ taken out of things even the word Christian! I see here repeatedly how we are called and at times Christians call ourselves x-tians. How about how Christmas is called x-mas. Coincidence? Your thoughts Christians and others if you wish.

2007-10-29 06:51:07 · 10 answers · asked by mariposa 3

Cuz I'm getting REALLY bored, and am actually looking forward to some "end of the age / wipe out a gazillion people" action...

2007-10-29 06:50:54 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I asked a question about military chaplains and most people seemed to think they were okay, even necessary. While I have nothing against the chaplain system, it seems to be a violation of the separation of church and state, something people usually really get worked up about. So is that okay in certain circumstances, such as this?


Or is this not a violation?

2007-10-29 06:50:34 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

With most things pointing at this year and not the findings from Nostredomus lost book saying 2012 is indeed the end. Should we start getting ready mad max style?

2007-10-29 06:47:04 · 34 answers · asked by moscow1677 2

What was that like?

2007-10-29 06:46:37 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

If this child is carried 1 week or 9 months labor must still be started or mother will die !! http://www.anencephaly.net/ Please go to link before you answer ..

2007-10-29 06:46:35 · 11 answers · asked by J D 4

Are Ancient Egyptians in Hell for not believing in God?

Because they believed in Egyptian Gods.

2007-10-29 06:46:06 · 15 answers · asked by Kate 4

Why does this, or does this not, undermine "sola scriptura"?

2007-10-29 06:45:50 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just because we have the *right* to say something, does that mean we always *should*? Where does the boundary come in between using our right and abusing it?

This question is inspired by another which was asked about the Hate Crimes Act -- but I don't want to argue about that. But for example, although Christians have the right to express the Biblically supported belief that homosexuality is a sin, is it necessary or "moral" to invade someone else's turf for the day -- public space that is being used for a gay pride event, maybe -- and scream it at the top of your lungs?

Fellow Christians, how would you feel if your church was having a picnic or event, and another group of people showed up, waving signs about how Christians are wrong and going to hell? Even though they have the *right* to do so?

Just like the Fred Phelps crew -- they have the *right* to "Thank God For Dead Soldiers", but should they really? Especially at military funerals?

Where do you draw the line?

2007-10-29 06:45:26 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

... would he...sit down with them and preach about how wrong this is or would he congratulate them and give them his blessing?

I know I know....this is just a thought I'm not saying it would actually happend, my point is, from what we learn in the Bible about Jesus, wouldn't he see the love between 2 people as a good thing gay or not? I don't believe in God but I believe Jesus was a good man.

Gotto go feed baby so I'll just leave it at that.

Happy halloween all

2007-10-29 06:44:31 · 12 answers · asked by CC 3

Need help quickly, we're IMing.

2007-10-29 06:44:25 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

There will be a new children's movie outin December called 'The Golden Compass'. The movie hasbeen described as 'atheism for kids'and is based on the first book of atrilogy entitled 'His Dark Materials' that was written byPhillip Pullman. Pullman is a militant atheist and secular humanist whodespises C. S. Lewis and the 'Chronicles of Narnia'. His motivation for writing this trilogy was specifically to counteract Lewis'symbolisms of Christ that are portrayed in the Narnia series.
Check it out at:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/religion/compass.asp

2007-10-29 06:44:13 · 18 answers · asked by Lids 5

It's probably the biggest sin when we want to minify or rationalize our sins, it would persuade us to commit them more....
I've written some blogs that you may like to see them,
For example, see this:
http://www.perfspot.com/blogs/30168

2007-10-29 06:43:17 · 17 answers · asked by Noname F 1

because they've blocked everyone and don't allow email?


Chosen By Grace...I'm looking at you.


I'm exactly this far away from a betti rage; ">__<"

2007-10-29 06:41:35 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I had asked another question about Christianity and Politics. I explained how religion and politics were not separate to first century Christians; I meant for this observation to have strong implications for the reader and my question. However, I feel many misunderstood what I was asking, so let me rephrase.

Many Christians feel the country will be better off ran by a Christian. However, it is hard to tell who is genuine, and religious beliefs do not necessarily ensure leadership and good decision-making. The question then is: should we revert (as many have) to the view that God's Kingdom needs to be manifest on this Earth and continue to vote for Christian presidents, feeling they are the best representatives of the country? Or should we except the country is based on the constitution and not the Bible and church and state are separate and vote for leaders completely regardless of their religious beliefs but because of their policies?

What would the first century Christians think?

2007-10-29 06:39:09 · 7 answers · asked by enarchay 2

2007-10-29 06:38:58 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous

Everybody knows how poorly women are treated in Islam, right? But is there anyway in which we can accept the way muslims think of women?

2007-10-29 06:38:11 · 19 answers · asked by Baked Beans 3

Why does the pope beleive in evolution, should bhe not be trying to defned the creation of the world as given to him in the bible?

what do catholics think about this,

the bible says:

"But He answered and said, "It is written, "MAN SHALL NOT LIVE ON BREAD ALONE, BUT ON EVERY WORD THAT PROCEEDS OUT OF THE MOUTH OF GOD.'" Matt 4:4

so therefore if God told us how he made the world, and darwin tells us another which point of view should the pope try to defend?

The bible says six days, darwin says millions

the question isn't about evos vs creo's

it's about wbhy the most revered religeous person on the planet is disregardiong God as his creator and instead saying it was due to the primordial swamp

I mean, if Genesis has no meaning, why support the rest of the bible?

Why does the catholic church have disregard Genesis and The book of Revelations in particular

i mean is there anything in these books that we or they should be worried about?

2007-10-29 06:37:35 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

I was making a good atheist lunch you know, minding my own business, just getting ready to put some mustard on my bologna sandwich, when goodness gracious, I think I spotted Jesus on my plate. Now, maybe it is just an optical illusion or the way the light was coming in the kitchen window, but tell me, is it a miracle?, or should I just go ahead an eat my sandwich?
http://www.43things.com/people/image/575019?gallery=1

2007-10-29 06:37:29 · 41 answers · asked by Anonymous

Many Protestants argue that Christians are saved by faith alone, that faith is always accompanied by good works, and if anyone does not do good works, he is not saved because he has no faith.

James, however, gives an example of faith without works:

2:14 What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.

James concludes: "You see that a person is justified by what he does and NOT BY FAITH ALONE."

Does a Christian witih faith always do good works, so that it is impossible to have faith without works? If not, can you provide other examples of faith without works?

2007-10-29 06:37:27 · 12 answers · asked by Bruce 7

2007-10-29 06:35:01 · 16 answers · asked by STFU Dude 6

Serious ANSWERS only please. Please no insults because I have asked the question.

I know that some Christians want the 10c's posted in courthouses, but that is from the OT, so obviously they haven't discarded the 10c's.

But what about the OT commands to kill witches, or followers of "false Gods", what about the OT commandments about mixed fibers or not touching the skin of a dead pig, why aren't they being followed ?

How do you know which OT laws to discard, and which one to keep ?

Biblical support would be helpful.

Thanks in advance.

2007-10-29 06:34:24 · 16 answers · asked by queenthesbian 5

Do I need to set them out on the ground in direct sun light to get them energized?
I just got my set of 12, I guess 2 for each chakra.

2007-10-29 06:32:44 · 5 answers · asked by Yahoo 4

better start reading leviticus and deuteronomy--Jesus loves you, but he warned you!

2007-10-29 06:32:37 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-29 06:31:50 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you question the beliefs of the Jehovah's Witnesses does that make you an apostate? What about Russell? He questioned the original belief that the Jehovah's Witnesses had about the Trinity, did that make him an apostate? Also, the book, Jehovah's Witnesses, proclaimers of gods kingdom quotes Matt 7:15 regarding being on the watch for false prophets. It states theat they will come from among you yourselves and that they would do so QUIETLY and from within the congregation in a secret or camouflaged way.
What about studying the bible, beliefs and addressing questions as to the accuracy of the teachings? I don't think that would be considered apostasy as Russell was able to question the issue of the trinity without being considered an apostate. So then, if questioning a belief out in the open how could this be considered apostasy?

2007-10-29 06:30:14 · 11 answers · asked by laughingatyou14 2

or are you waiting for that death bed confession thing?

2007-10-29 06:27:59 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous