I believe either dogs or horses, as horses are mentioned numerous times in the Bible, especially in Revalation. (pardon my spelling if it is incorrect) It may be a coincidence that dog is God backwards, but in any case, please give your answers, they are greatly appreciated!
P.S. I'm sorry, I commonly ask opinion-based questions and it is hard to chose a best opinion, so that's why my answers commonly go into votes.
2006-10-06 13:58:13 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
By the way, whoever wants to know I am a dog owner and a proud one :)
2006-10-06 14:13:08 · update #1
By the way, whoever wants to know I am a dog owner and a proud one :)
2006-10-06 14:13:15 · update #2
sorry, I didn't mean to do that twice
2006-10-06 14:13:45 · update #3
I believe that all animals go to heaven. Period.
There's a story that I read once (of course NOW that I'd like to quote it, I can't find the damned thing!!), but it's written about a veterinarian who goes to a client's home to euthanize a dog or cat...and he worries about the effect this will have on the young boy to whom the pet belongs -- and he waits for the inevitable explosion of emotion and "it's NOT fairs!".
The young many looks thoughtfully for a few moments and then surmises that, people, being slow learners, are forced to stay here for long periods at a time because, he felt, God's plan was for us all to learn how to get along and we didn't get to leave this earth (and presumable enter heaven) until we could get along. Animals, on the other hand, learned quickly how to get along and thusly, didn't have to stay here on earth quite so long.
From the mouths -- and hearts -- of babes. Who can argue with that logic?
2006-10-06 14:18:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I like your question a lot. There are a lot of biblical references to animals in Heaven. I feel the ones we love will be in our dwelling place (homes etc) If this is the case I am going to have to have a lot of outside aminals. I have had a lot of pets in my day! As for the strays, well perhaps they go back to the Creator too. I hope they do. Oh, and read some books about people who have been to Heaven and back like Jesse Duplantis "I Saw Heaven" I am not sure that is the exact name though. He talks about our pets being there as well as miscarried and aborted babies. I have had 3 miscarriages and a 12 yr old son. When I get there I will finally get to see my other children. Sorry that was off the subject, it is something I get excited about though. God Bless
2006-10-06 14:14:50 · answer #2 · answered by Red! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's no set answer to this. I believe that it isn't Biblical, but there are beliefs that are accepted in Christianity that are not specifically mentioned in the Bible (purgatory, the trinity, etc.)
You need to decide if you believe that animals have the same spirit or soul that you believe human beings have.
If no, then there's nothing to proceed to an afterlife.
If yes, then you need to decide if they are morally responsible for their actions.
If no, then it is logical to assume that they could in fact go to heaven.
If yes, then they require salvation.
Also think about this: if animals were given souls as humans were, is it FAIR and JUST that they are permitted to receive rewards without any of the effort that your faith believes humans must put forth? Why would only certain animals be given this privilege?
*And yes, it is a coincidence that "dog" is the reciprocal of "god."
2006-10-06 14:07:36 · answer #3 · answered by N 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I am a christian and a dog owner. I believe that we will see our loved ones when go to heaven. I couldn't have any more love for my dog than if I gave birth to her myself.I don't know if you are a dog owner but there is no other perfect creation like a dog. The love , unconditional love they give. They help if your sad, mad whatever. Gog is a loving God, and he loves us and his animals.The way I feel about my dog someones else may feel about their cat or horse. I would love to believer it is going to be like Old McDonald's farm with an abundance of animals.
2006-10-06 14:10:11 · answer #4 · answered by Piper 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What in case your spelling of atheist is unsuitable? Oh wait - it's. At one time, the vast majority of humans on this planet inspiration the Earth used to be flat - however that did not make it so. LOL at Tectonic French Toast! I myself took the Wong approach house final night time - for a cocktail and a few munchies at Wong's Restaurant. Yummmmm. If that's Wong, I do not wanna be Wight. ;) Vestigiality - please move seem up "atheism" within the dictionary. Added: Sorry Morey. Cheers! (clinks glass with Morey earlier than sipping.)
2016-08-29 06:47:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The 4 living creatures are already there but they are spiritual animals.
Heaven is not to be invaded by humans or physical animals.
No one has gone to heaven excep the Son of man (John 3:13).
2006-10-06 14:01:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Animals can not go to heaven because they do not have an eternal spirt. That was only given to man at creation through the breath of God that was breathed into humans. That is what lives forever.
2006-10-06 14:04:35 · answer #7 · answered by oldguy63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Animals may or may not go into heaven, but I don't see why any animal shouldn't. Animals were made by God just as much as humans were, and the bible says that God loves all of His creations. Why not animals?
2006-10-06 14:00:52 · answer #8 · answered by bobsanderson92 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No animals go to heaven, only 144,000 people get to go to heaven, the earth was created for animals and man and heaven is the dwelling of God. oldguy63 All living creatures, animals and man received the save breath of life from God and the same spirit. Read your Bible.
2006-10-06 14:04:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Christians
2006-10-06 14:01:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋