be kind when someone asks a spiritual or religious question or gives an answer that you disagree with? You get all riled because what someone else is saying goes against what you believe and in so doing the godliness you're trying so vehemently to defend becomes ungodliness to others by your anger and rudeness.
2006-11-13 05:16:51 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Well, I'll tell you what I do. I read the question first. If it is a genuine question where someone is actually asking for information or assistance, then I will give what information I have.
If it is like most in this area, which is us vs. them, then I try not to get involved.
My strong suggestion to Yahoo would be to have a q&a section marked, "Let me tell you how stupid you are in ........", and we would all either be happy, or simply choose not to go there.
Hope this helps.
2006-11-13 05:35:27 · answer #1 · answered by buddha bill 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You seen to be saying, presumably on the basis of some questions and answers you have seen, that all spiritual people are the same.
You must know that there are people who do not involve themselves in debating religion and God, but who can be seen to demonstrate in their everyday lives that they have attained a true understanding of themselves and of life, its meaning and purpose. Whether by dent of effort or good fortune they have found a truth that has resolved all their doubts and conflicts and has satisfied all that they were previously searching for. Their belief gives them a demonstrable poise and certitude and they dwell in state of peace and contentment. They are not interested in been drawn into debates because everything for them has been resolved and they no longer need to prove anything. If you were to ask such a person a question, seek his opinion, he would respond in a kind, generous and helpful way. He would not be even a little bit interested in being controversial, and he has long left behind being argumentative or offensive. He has gone beyond that. If you want to meet such a person you need to look beyond a question and answer format.
2006-11-13 15:11:13 · answer #2 · answered by Mukunda M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Spiritualists" aren't the only ones - Christians, Catholics, other believers, and even nonbelievers are the same way. Quite frankly, it gets downright aggravating when I'm being told repeatedly by people that don't know me at all that there's no way I can be a good person or have morals or whatever just because I don't believe in God. That's like saying that -all- believers are Hypocrites or -all- Muslims are terrorists - it's bullsh** and I'd be a lot nicer if I wasn't constantly being challenged from all sides over how I can possibly help people without believing the same thing they do. Does this make sense?
2006-11-13 14:09:08 · answer #3 · answered by Deus Maxwell 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I try to be nice if their question was politly asked. If it was insulting, I am often insulting. Sometimes I am insulting because of their ignorance or idiocy, I can never decide which it is. Other times though, I am kind because I can see they have been hurt before.
By the way, I am spiritual and ungodly. Religion and spirituality are not the same thing.
2006-11-13 13:22:36 · answer #4 · answered by Kharm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, you'll find most spiritual people are kind. It's the "religious" people you have to watch out for. They have hunkered down in a camp and are defending a position.
Spiritual people don't feel obliged to defend a position but can talk about religious issues critically and openly.
2006-11-13 13:20:46 · answer #5 · answered by Bran McMuffin 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you ask this of the non believers here too? I just got an IM from someone who basically called me stupid. I treat others with respect, believers and non believers regardless. I can get a little sarcastic though when dealing with someone who is rude to me or rude to my faith.
2006-11-13 13:20:45 · answer #6 · answered by newcovenant0 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hopefully I am not like that. I try to give respectful answers if the question is asked respectfully.
I realize that most people will not agree with me and that is fine. I dont ask for them to agree or even to respect my opinion, but only respect my right to hold it and say it.
2006-11-13 13:19:51 · answer #7 · answered by Gamla Joe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am spiritual yet atheistic with absolutely NO religion, and I can answer a question without being rude.
I agree with "Religion and spirituality are not the same thing".
2006-11-13 13:24:22 · answer #8 · answered by Axe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you are mocking or insulting something, I'll answer you respectfully. If not, I simply wont debate with you. All discussions should be respectful and decent. Indecency is not progressive though.
2006-11-13 13:23:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't try to come across as mean or hateful...Simply give my opinion and my belief..Then I get my e-mail box filled up with stuff about saving me!...So I think to answer your question it is a two way street..
2006-11-13 13:20:22 · answer #10 · answered by Littlebit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋