I was wondering, which religion do you have the most problems with and why?
And which religion can you tolerate the most?
Just curious (I'm Pagan myself)
2006-11-13 00:56:51 · 17 answers · asked by Claire O 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Sorry Debbie, I dont quite understand your question.
2006-11-13 01:00:42 · update #1
Sorry, by problem I mean have the most difficulty understanding why someone would choose that faith etc
2006-11-13 01:01:55 · update #2
Actually Who Cares, I have yet to meet a gay Pagan, most of the ones I know are happily married. Although it is true to say homosexuality and bisexuality are a lot more tolerated as it is just plain wrong to judge and dislike someone based on something as unimportant as sexuality!
And personally I come here as I like to learn about other people faiths.... its called being open minded, try it some time!
2006-11-13 01:19:47 · update #3
I'm not an atheist, however I would like to add my two cents. I don't label all atheist as hating my faith (Christians) However a lot on here are more apt to bash Christianity than anything else.
2006-11-13 01:03:46 · answer #1 · answered by newcovenant0 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
For me, personally, Christianity and Islam are the biggies. They DO NOT have a "live and let live" attitude. I will never forget when George Bush, Sr. said the he really didn't think atheists could be citizens of the United States. Islamics and Christians seem to have a "dominionist" attitude - they assume that their way is the only way and they really seem to want the whole world to share their views. I'm tired of people just "assuming" I'm a Christian. When they find out I am not, even though we may have been friends for many months, it's as if I have some kind of disease. Ultimately religion is a personal choice and, I would think, if you are of faith and others choose not to make the same choice you have, that you should be willing to let that person live with the consequences.
As far as religions that I tolerate, I think Hinduism and Buddhism are quite attractive. They really teach the human being how to find fulfillment within oneself. They are very much about the inner life. I think all believers would benefit from knowing themselves better and from understanding the true motivations behind their faith. If the only thing that keeps you in church on Sunday is a fear of hell, then you seriously need to think about things...
2006-11-13 01:05:04 · answer #2 · answered by texascrazyhorse 4 · 4⤊ 2⤋
I don't have a hard time understanding any one particular religion, or even a beleif that we have a creator. It's the whole concept of us having to live our life in a particular way as well as worship 'god' or else we will go to hell.
Surely just living your life within these guidelines is enough? why does the 'you MUST believe' come into it?
As long as you respect life and the planet, surely believing in a supernatural being is neither here or there?
In essence it's not 'god' I have a problem with it's religion and faith as a whole.
2006-11-13 01:12:35 · answer #3 · answered by opalina 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The one I have the "most problems with" is Islam, I was thinking of which one had the worst version of Hell. That is a clear winner. The other issue with Islam is the part of the Quran that demands that their followers kill the infidel. Pretty intolerant if you ask me.
Least problem with? I would have to say Buddhism, no gods really, just harmony with others and the universe.
2006-11-13 01:15:35 · answer #4 · answered by ne_idiot 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have a problem with the Watchtower Society (Jehovah's Witnesses, in lay terms). Instead of using their teachings to strengthen and build people's lives, they use it to suck the very life out of them. All for the sake of profit and power. My mother died at 57 believing their teachings. She was going through hard times taking care of me and my sister and brothers years ago, and became vulnerable to their mind control methods. I believe she just gave up inside when she couldn't live up to their expectations. I feel I'll despise their organization forever...Which religion I can tolerate? Yours, of course. I find Pagans and Wiccans to be very fascinating.
2006-11-13 01:32:51 · answer #5 · answered by Daemon 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Christianity and Islam are both insanely stupid.... and are my number 1 enemies.
Next priority would be the Hindus and Jews. They both have rather out-there, strange and wazi beliefs.... but tend to be a lot less offensive about their expression. I can live alongside them just fine as long as there are still christians and muslims out there to destroy.
More obscure stuff like Zoroastrianism, Rastafarianism and Shinto come next. Weird... with lots of superfluous rituals and whatnot... Completely unnecessary nonsense. Pagans of both the continental and native american varieties get shoved in here too.... Its generally inoffensive, but contains a lot of mumbo jumbo that is amusing and somewhat out of touch with reality.
Agnostics and Athiests come next... in that order. Sure... they might see things reasonably for the most part... but I've noticed that the majority are still heavily influenced by society and are very selective about what they'll look into. They start claiming that its "unhealthy" to realise the worthlessness of life... and I don't much like that attitude.
Buddhists are right down here because I have barely any problem with them at all. I have a lot of respect for buddhism.... There is a mumbo-jumbo downside to it thats stronger than that of athiesm..... but its upsides are also quite a lot higher.... Its certainly headed in the right direction (to remove themselves from the wheel of life).... even if its got a strange path to get there.
Taoism is very close to my own particular way of thinking (return to the origin).... so naturally I've got no problem with taoists except simply as human beings....
And lastly..... my own closest: Nihilism ..... The Nihilists must be the last to fall... because the return to nothingness is best aided by those who serve nothing.
[General Summary: I have a problem with everyone and everything.... dependant on my mood.]
2006-11-13 01:12:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
I think I can tolerate all religions, but perhaps Christianity even more since I was raised up in a Christian environment. I like Buddhism's ideas the most, but it's also the toughest, I guess. Being a devoted Buddhist means not to obey any of your desires, but that's the best part in life...
2006-11-13 01:06:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
Atheists as a whole are actually decent people to be around. The ones that post here are normally the militant atheists. Thus, you can't judge a book by its cover. Thus, you must know the person first.
I am christian and believe in the holy trinity. I have no problem with atheists and I have known many, but I we enjoy accompanying each other.
2006-11-13 01:07:15 · answer #8 · answered by Investigation Specialist 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
They are all the same. They all think they are right, they hate in the name of their god and they believe that they have the right and responsibility to tell everyone else how to live. They constantly complain about the immorality of everyone else while secretly lie, cheat and steal. How people cannot equate what is being said to them, give in the name of god to save your soul and then look at the mansions these folks are building with the money you gave to save your soul, I have no idea. Its certainly clear from this side of the fence.
The problem I have with organized pagan is simply that its organized. I probably am more pagan than anything, but my spirituality comes from a connection to nature, and I just can't get into the ritual stuff.
2006-11-13 01:03:27 · answer #9 · answered by tjnstlouismo 7 · 4⤊ 3⤋
I don't understand why a woman would choose to follow Islam... or Mormonism for that matter. Or any sect that regards them as inferior or subserviant.
There aren't that many masochists in the world. I think it's an overblown sense of humility.
2006-11-13 01:07:48 · answer #10 · answered by KC 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋