If so, why?
2006-10-16 08:34:16 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Definitely not. My parents aren't disappointed that I, now as an adult, have different beliefs than them and I would definitely have the same consideration for my own kids.
2006-10-16 08:36:58 · answer #1 · answered by luna13 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
She can believe whatever she wants. Just because I think it is ridicules doesn't mean that I have a problem with other beliefs.
I would be surprised however. I became a non-believer very young. It took me a while to admit it to myself, since I was saying what my parents really believed was just a fairy tale. That is a lot to take at about 8. I was very relieved when I started reading books by people like Carl Sagan and realized that I wasn't the only rational one.
2006-10-16 08:41:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my parents view I did choose to believe something radically different than them. I think they were disappointed for a while, and my Mom still is. But they've slowly come around (I hope, at least) to believe that what I believe, in general hasn't changed who I am.
2006-10-16 08:38:28 · answer #3 · answered by Tonya in TX - Duck 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No....as long as it was reasonable in the sense of being rational. Catholics are suppose to come to faith with the aid of reason. We also believe that the bible is not literally the word of God, but the inspired word of God. In that sense you cannot just pick a quote out of the bible as a catholic and use it to justify your position. The bible needs to be interpreted.
However, my problem would be if my child started to believe this born again christian stuff, or protestant fundamentalist stuff, or mormonism or other such sects (no offense meant!) which is sad people looking for some sort of certainity in the words of the bible........then yes I would be concerned. For me (I can only talk about myself) that would not be rational.
2006-10-16 08:40:18 · answer #4 · answered by Ultimate 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, it would depend on what my child (if I get any) believes. If my child decided to follow some religion or another, sure, I would be disappointed. However, it would be his or her choice. I would hope I at least gave him or her a good foundation in rational thought, no matter what he or she decided on later in life.
I think that people who say they wouldn't be disappointed to some extent, are being dishonest with themselves. You can't help what your feelings are towards subjects you hold dear. All you can do is respect their rights to believe what they want as individuals and try to guide them when you can.
2006-10-16 08:35:50 · answer #5 · answered by nondescript 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I would probably be surprised for a moment or two but my children will be allowed to follow their hearts just like I was allowed to. All I can do is give them the foundation. They will have to build on that however they see fit
2006-10-16 08:39:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes because have made use of every opportunity to discuss most all of issues confronted with in life
has seen the pros and cons and lets face it - pros generally outweigh in any topic
want only whats best for her
would love her regardless but would be very concerned and make whatever continued efforts to help her see her way thru
He loves you!
2006-10-16 08:40:07 · answer #7 · answered by Marsha 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really. Everyone has their own experiences and accepts their own axioms in their own way, so their conclusions will necessarily differ. I'd make sure my kid had everything they needed to live their choices to the full.
2006-10-16 08:38:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO. my children can pick whatever faith, if you call it..
I am an atheist and i am hoping my children would just be good people and not worry about religion. they should know the difference between right and wrong and use their judgement well.
All we should do is teach our children to be good people...and stand up for themselves...you don't need religion to be a good person...just take time out and be involved and participate in your children's lives. that's all...
2006-10-16 08:50:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I'd be disappointed, but I wouldn't condemn him for it.
It's his choice. Everyone must choose for themselves.
You do what you think is right as a parent, and your children will do what they think is right when they have to choose.
2006-10-16 08:38:21 · answer #10 · answered by Char 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋