Which religion is more about peace and not supremecy. Don't say christianity, because they are believed to have dominion over the beasts of the earth. So that alone is supremecy. But go out in the woods, come across a bear, and then tell me who is more supreme? Or get but by a tick, and tell me who is more supreme?
2006-11-13 04:15:26 · 10 answers · asked by Mitchell B 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
She She: Just looked it up, and it seems it is just a different spin on spiritualist beliefs. Every spiritualist has thier own take on life. She(Sylvia Brown) just has followers. Charisma if you would like to call it.
2006-11-13 04:33:01 · update #1
"Which religion is more about peace and not supremecy."
This is a very interesting question that touches all aspects of our life. It also speaks to power. Meaning, what religion attempts to wield power over another? Over a nation? Over the entire globe? And as you so correctly stated, over the animal kingdom? Which would also include, the environment?
In my humble opinion, all monotheism attempts to wield power. It is inherent in the idea that their single god is supreme. The only one. The greatest of the great - in that all other gods are false. From this standpoint, tolerance for the "other" is an impossibility if the "other" does not accept the monotheism being proselytized. And, if you accept the truth implicit in the idea that "absolute power corrupts absolutely," is it any wonder that our world, historically and currently, has suffered, is suffering, such mind boggling death and destruction, pure horror & evil, at the hands of those who so passionately believe that their god is the greatest of the great? With this in mind...
The only religion that could possibly be tolerant and peaceful would be the one that is inclusive of all, and accepts the gods of the "other." And does such a religion exist?
It does. Wicca.
Being Wiccan means you not only accept the gods and goddesses of all religious pantheons but you work with them.
I honestly believe this is the fundamental basis of the fear people have towards Wicca. Wiccans are branded, falsely, of being Satan worshipers, plus a host of other misrepresentations. This is done by those who weild religious power (read monothesim) in order to induce fear. In order to keep their flock "in line." If you frighten the shite out of your followers so they're terrified to even take a passing glance, you retain power over them.
Wicca is the most inclusive of all religious and spiritual paths. It's also mind boggling to the vast majority because they simply cannot get their minds around the idea of accepting all relgious panteons, let alone working with them. Consequently, the persecution and senseless death exacted against those who have the affrontary of following and working with such an all encompassing spiritual pursuit.
Blessed Be.
2006-11-13 04:45:13 · answer #1 · answered by gjstoryteller 5 · 3⤊ 3⤋
Scientology.
Here's why:
Scientology is an applied religious philosophy. When I say "applied" I mean you actually use it in your life to change or improve existing conditions. This is different from a religious practice. All religions if you learn about them have a basic philosphy, but they also have certain dogma, rituals and observances, and a certain faith or belief is required. There is nothing wrong with this, but Scientology is not that kind of religion. It does not intrude on anyones faiths of beliefs particularly in the area of God , the Supreme Being, or the Infinite. This area is left totally up to the indivdual, which is why you can be a practicing Jew,for example and still use and apply the priniciples of Scientology in your life. It does not conflict. If anything it will enhance your understanding of your chosen religious practice.
You can have no specific religious beliefs and still benefit from using it.
And it is only true for you according to your own observation and experience with it.
It is a non denominational religion . The dictionary definition that applies:
Religion: The spiritual or emotional attitude of one who recognises the existence of superhuman power or powers.
The most basic principle of Scientology is that YOU are your own immortal soul, that this is not a "thing" you HAVE but what YOU actually are.
The whole purpose of Scientology is to increase an individual's understanding and awareness of himself. And thereby his native abilities .
When you do this the sphere and zone of his positive influence increases and moves outward into his life, his family ,his friends, his groups and mankind which he is part of.
How this result is achieved is the "technology" of Scientology, which was developed by L.Ron Hubbard after his extensive research and the discoveries he made, about the human spirit. The basic religious philosophy and knowledge of Scientology is very old, going back 10,000 years at least to the Veda or Vedic Hymns from the East. The developement of the technology is new.
He completed his research before his death in 1986 and left all of his results and copyrights
to the Church of Scientology along with most of his considerable personal estate, when he died.
He published a book in 1951 to communicate the basic principles he discovered called: " Scientology The Fundementals of Thought"
There are currently over 10 million Scientologists in more than 163 countries world wide. However we are a new religion, only 53 years old.
The true story of Scientology as a religion goes like this:
1. A philosopher developes a philosophy about life and death.
2. People find it interesting.
3. People find it works.
4. People pass it along to others.
5. It grows.
2006-11-13 12:35:33 · answer #2 · answered by thetaalways 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I train with Master Amara Kiran and am learning the ways of The Order. For more information on The Order visit her blog at
http://360.yahoo.com/master_amara
We are a peaceful people and only fight to defend ourselves or another. We purposely seek not to conquer but to surrender ourselves.
2006-11-13 12:19:27 · answer #3 · answered by Dhara 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Taoism.
Taoism believes that all deities are incarnations of aspects of the energy it names Tao. It emphasizes the use of wisdom and compassion to bring about desirable outcomes in life. It is about living with inner peace and harmony - which will bring outer peace.
Edit: And one's relationship with and interactions with animals have nothing to do with supremecy - it's just how things work.
2006-11-13 12:18:55 · answer #4 · answered by KC 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Unitarians embrace the goodness in all faiths, are on the whole tolerant and nice, and have a very broad world-view. They accept that there is value in all religions, and accept the points of view of others, and do not condemn people to hell for not being "saved". They do not act preachy, or condescending, and do not try to get people to believe as they do.
2006-11-13 12:21:16 · answer #5 · answered by E D 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Wiccans and pagans not only respect the earth but all things on it, they also don't try to force anyone to convert. In fact, forcing conversion goes directly against the Wiccan rede - An it harm none, do what ye will. Forcing your religion on someone or pressing them to convert is very harmful.
2006-11-13 12:41:22 · answer #6 · answered by wyvern1313 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Sincerely don't know how to compare. Looking for an answer too. Interesting.
2006-11-13 14:09:08 · answer #7 · answered by <><><> 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
the Religion of the Pen is the most tolerant
2006-11-13 12:17:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋
Buddhism i guess.
2006-11-13 12:19:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Novus Spiritus...Look it up and see what you think..
2006-11-13 12:18:01 · answer #10 · answered by Littlebit 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋