Religion & Spirituality - 1 November 2007

I'm probably opening a rather large can of worms with this one, but I'm curious.

Why are people who are Anti-Abortion referred to as "Pro-Life"? Yes, They're Pro-Life, but they're more Anti-Abortion, aren't they? And why are Pro-Choicers equated with being "Pro-Death"?

I, for one, am Pro-Choice. Does this mean I'm Anti-Life or Pro-Death? No. I can't imagine getting an abortion if I were to get pregnant. But what matters isn't whether I choose Abortion or not.

What matters is that I have the choice. THAT is what Pro-Choicers, TRUE Pro-Choicers are all about. One cay be Pro-Choice and Pro-Life, you know.

All right, guys! Have at it, tell me what a horrible murder I am! :)

2007-11-01 08:16:11 · 42 answers · asked by witchiebunny 3

2007-11-01 08:15:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

There will be a new children's movie out in December called " The Golden Compass". The movie has been described as "atheism for kids" and is based on the first book of a trilogy entitled "His Dark Materials" that was written by Phillip Pullman. Pullman is a militant atheist and secular humanist who despises 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.
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> Clearly, Pullman 's main objective is to bash Christianity and promote atheism. Pullman left little doubt about his intentions when he said in a 2003 interview that "my books are about killing God." He has even stated that he wants to "kill God in the minds of children". It has been said of Pullman that he is "the writer the atheists would be praying for, if atheists prayed."
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> While "The Golden Compass" movie itself may seem mild and innocent, the books are a much different story. In the trilogy, a young streetwise girl becomes enmeshed in an epic struggle to ultimately defeat the oppressive forces of a senile God. Another character, an ex-nun, describes Christianity as "a very powerful and convincing mistake." In the final book, characters representing Adam and Eve eventually kill God, who at times is called YAHWEH. Each book in the trilogy gets progressively worse regarding Pullman 's hatred of Jesus Christ.
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> "The Golden Compass" is set to premier on December 7, during the Christmas season, and will probably be heavily advertised. Promoters hope that unsuspecting parents will take their children to see the movie, that they will enjoy the movie, and that the children will want the books for Christmas.
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> Please consider a boycott of the movie and the books. Also, pass this information along to everyone you know. This will help to educate parents, so that they will know the agenda of the movie.

You can go to http://www.goldencompassmovie.com to see more about the movie.

2007-11-01 08:14:44 · 15 answers · asked by It's MIRANDA!!!! 4

I don't recall the exact stats, but we have always heard that the percentage of Atheists compared to religious believers on this planet was very low. However, it sure seems like on the web (and particularity on yahoo answers) there is a significantly high portion of Atheists, possibly even 50/50.

Is this because when hiding behind the internet (being anonymous), people are less afraid to express their real feelings (church goers who in realty do not believe in religion), or that the stats of Atheists to those with religious beliefs are actually way off?

2007-11-01 08:13:43 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

And aren't fossils a trick of Satan's?

2007-11-01 08:13:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Gabriel playing the kazoo?

2007-11-01 08:12:43 · 4 answers · asked by Pull My Finger 7

When the Bible says :
Rom 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

2007-11-01 08:11:23 · 36 answers · asked by Bride of Christ 6

I think I read that in Leviticus.

2007-11-01 08:10:54 · 12 answers · asked by appalachianlimbo 5

2007-11-01 08:10:11 · 11 answers · asked by Freedom 7

How can you have faith in something that you have no proof of? The oldest drawing of Jesus was painted in a cave in 200AD- how do you- 200 years after he supposdly died! TWO HUNDRED!!!!!!!!
How can you love something you not even sure exists? If you sure "HE" exists- what proof do you have?
And how do you know the bible wasn't written by some menmed Mark, John- etc- who were looking for attention?

2007-11-01 08:09:19 · 28 answers · asked by Blade 3

2007-11-01 08:09:13 · 13 answers · asked by man_of_faith 2

Are they to love their neighbors and fellow man as they love themselves and act with grace or are they to go around condemning people to hell? I aks because some people seem to get a kick form telling people that they are going to hell. So how is a Christians supposed to act with non Christians as well as with Christians in which they don't agree with?

2007-11-01 08:08:58 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous

is that why he only let's him us %5 of his cranial capacity?

2007-11-01 08:08:56 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why are they so close minded? It is like they think that only they are right, no one else can be! I believe in the end there will be a lot of surprised so-called Christians because a lot more people will be there than they thought! All of Jesus teachings was love (which many of them cannot seem to comprehend!) not hate and warmongering!!!

2007-11-01 08:07:50 · 9 answers · asked by care4ub0y 2

Just curious,,???

2007-11-01 08:07:49 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why or why not?

2007-11-01 08:07:49 · 9 answers · asked by Bride of Christ 6

This is not an accusation, I really want to know. I know I tend to be a little left of liberal. Well, a whole lot left of liberal.

2007-11-01 08:07:25 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a christian girl who loves God...but lately I've been having tons of problems..Im getting too depressed all the time...whenever im home i feel sick, ...and one thing im afraid of is im getting incredibly attracted to darker stuff...when i was a freshmen I loved Goth..but now...it doesnt seem to be enough...like..I need more darkness...and it scares me..how can i be christian and feel so attracted to it? Goth/modern vampires .....its weird...im feeling more and more attracted to darkness...and i feel like i need to go deeper and deeper...the stuff im getting into isnt enough for me...i dont know what to do...HOW can i love God and feel this?? the devil worshippers are one thing I was never attracted to..but all the darkness and the rest...I just dont know...anyone can help? please..

2007-11-01 08:04:20 · 27 answers · asked by † God's Kitty † 2

Jesussaves said his salvation is serious when asked about funny avatars....I have no idea what salvation has to do with your choice of avatar...

2007-11-01 08:03:21 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-01 08:03:08 · 7 answers · asked by STFU Dude 6

2007-11-01 08:02:53 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Jesus's death was day one. But in your eyes he was only human. His death meaning nothing more than a part of life.

CE ?. Common to what? Did we all get together and say; Uh, this is hereby day one. Anyone object? Going once, going twice... Done, today is hereby accepted by all as day 1.

Is it possible to do it again? What would it take for everyone in the world to say today is now day one?

Any Suggestions?

2007-11-01 08:02:17 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

which ever type sort of weird voodoo magic, have you ever done anything like that? what happend to you? just being curious is all, like, did your wish come true? what was it? or did you just get gipped in the end? lol also wanted to know of any type that could interest me

2007-11-01 08:01:18 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-01 08:01:08 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

for those of you who read the bible and believe in hell, where in the bible does it say you will "burn in hell"?

2007-11-01 08:00:16 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Don't show your ignorance and say that you would not want to change the Bible or that it can't be changed. It is about to be cahged, for the better, in the very near future. Jesus is going to be removed. The true Christ is going to replace him. You will be very thankful for that event. To me. I am doing it for free.

2007-11-01 07:59:08 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

Selling indulgences
Simony
Burning heretics
Communion

2007-11-01 07:58:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-01 07:58:51 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Priests

Lord's Supper

Sacraments

Predestination

2007-11-01 07:58:22 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

A) A freeing from the earthly punishments associated with sin that has been forgiven.
B) Selling of positions and offices within the church.
C) To challenge, question or deny an established church teaching.

2007-11-01 07:57:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous