"If you legitimise political decisions in this way, then you cannot respond to criticism or suggestions by changing policies or introducing nuances.” So said the Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder when commenting on George Bush.
Is this true?
2006-11-01 03:34:31 · 3 answers · asked by CHEESUS GROYST 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
This is very true. The problem is people using religion to justify their actions. It is very easy to say that I did what I did because God wanted that way; include a few bible verses that are compatible with your actions, and you are good to go. How can anybody that believes in God try to argue?
By the way, you see this all over the bible. God said attack and kill all. God said keep the virgins. God said to kill a bunch of kids. Some of the most terrible things in history were based on religious grounds.
We do not want to go back to those days, because then everyone will have a reason to go against everyone.
2006-11-01 03:43:29 · answer #1 · answered by jasonheavilin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pretty much, yes. Religion is based on faith, and so is not adaptable, as politics should be. I forget the chapter and verse, but "render onto Ceaser, what is Ceaser's and onto God what is His" cuts both ways. Basically, religion is religion and government is government, and never the twain should meet.
2006-11-01 03:38:22 · answer #2 · answered by juicy_wishun 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you really believe Bush ever meant to suggest that he has a madate from God? Or that God wispers to him at night on foreign policy? Get a grip.
2006-11-01 03:42:49 · answer #3 · answered by Josh 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋