2006-11-29 14:14:06 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Faith is a private affair but religion is an organizational affair enjoined involuntarily by most of us by virtue of accident of birth. We are taught not to search for truth beyond what is dictated in the scriptures to be followed like a parrot. It is a social issue whether we should follow the inherited religion without questioning the contents. It is applicable mostly to the Semitic religions in the world to-day.
2006-11-30 17:02:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a social affair if people are to talk with respect and genuine interest in one's believes. If one approaches with an open mind and heart it can be very fulfilling.
It is a private issue if the discussion leads to criticism, hate, arguing or anything that is not making for a good experience.
Honestly, I don't believe that anyone knows much about our wonderous spirit or the true meaning of our purpose. No one here on Earth has all the answers. So, why not share in a peaceful way...
Peace...
2006-11-29 22:20:15 · answer #2 · answered by keemster05 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wish it were a private affair but it has always been a social issue, usually as a method of social control.
2006-11-29 22:16:10 · answer #3 · answered by braennvin2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think religion is a social issue and spirituality is a private affair, they are two completely different concepts.
2006-11-29 22:17:41 · answer #4 · answered by warriorclan 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Personally, I think it should BE a private affair, shared with people socially when asked.
I don't think people should FORCE it to be a social issue and make everyone believe in it, follow it, or even listen to it.
2006-11-29 22:16:02 · answer #5 · answered by Heck if I know! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Religion may have social aspects, but in reality it is a very personal thing and no two believers have the the exact beliefs, even within the same religion. It is a deeply personal matter. That's why religion is such a hot button in conversation.
2006-11-29 22:20:54 · answer #6 · answered by nuthnbettr2do0128 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a social issue, but it should be a private issue.
2006-11-29 22:20:28 · answer #7 · answered by lilsnapdragon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a purely private affair, as you put it, Sir.
However, some misguided people like to make it a social issue.
2006-11-29 22:17:27 · answer #8 · answered by Daimyo 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Religion is both private and social. Private, because each of us must decide for ourselves what we believe. Social, because it is in the external world we must live out those beliefs.
2006-11-29 22:22:02 · answer #9 · answered by lil'oleJewler 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion is a social issue because of evangelists and other types of religious leaders who impose their attitudes on the rest of society.
2006-11-29 22:18:09 · answer #10 · answered by TarKettle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋