It literally makes me sick to my stomach that people can say you will go to hell so lightly, especially when no one is even assured that they would go to heaven.
Ps. If you know anyone who went to heaven and came back, let me know. I would be very happy to interview them.
Respectfully,
Muslimah!
2006-12-03 05:49:51 · 22 answers · asked by . 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I really don't care what religion anyone else is. Just as long as they don't step on my toes. As for hell, I don't believe in the Christian concept of it.
2006-12-03 06:00:52 · answer #1 · answered by Sick Puppy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, I do believe in the freedom of religion. That means not only my own right to not believe at all, but the right of others around me to believe in whatever they choose.
And I agree. Nobody knows exactly what happens after we die. We can only assume and hope that it's something good. To easily judge someone and say they're going to Hell is presumptuous, especially if it's based on something like religion. If we don't know a person or their situation, who are we to judge?
2006-12-03 07:03:00 · answer #2 · answered by Ophelia 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone should have freedom of belief and the expression of belief. I even have strong convictions that the best way to protect minority beliefs is protect the freedoms.
I do have a couple of caveats and the classic example is yelling fire in a theater.
This freedom that I believe to be so important, needs two things to work well. 1)responsibly. Everyone has to take responsibility for what he/she says at all times. Even if this means saying "sorry" once and a while.
2)Any belief that is brought into the public is open for debate. No taboos on ideas, no double think.
2006-12-03 05:59:47 · answer #3 · answered by Just Wondering 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Back when Jews were a tribe, they carried
god in a box on two poles. They called this
box an Ark or Covenant. When they fought
opposing tribes, this god was on their side.
The story goes that if any man touched the
Ark, he would die instantly. And, scriptures
claim this did happen on one occasion. The
box was about to fall. A Jew grabbed the
sliding Ark, and died on the spot.
One night, an enemy tribe stole the Ark to
have god on their side. They touched the
box. Poked the box. Opened the box.
Nothing happened. No one died.
Conclusion? The only power any superstition
holds, is our belief in it.
Today, people still seek to put God in a box.
Religions put God in a designated temple.
Atheists confine God to a box by declaring
there is no God.
Still, life continues to bloom like so many
roses amid the thorns. Invisible forces
govern complex genetics from the tiny flea
to the giant star. And God remains the
promise of tomorrow. A day we have never
seen before. And that promise extends to all,
the believer and the non-believer alike.
Such is Utopia.
2006-12-03 06:01:47 · answer #4 · answered by kyle.keyes 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'm a Christian, and I will defend anyone's right to worship as they chose (so long as it doesn't involve hurting other people, i.e. human sacrifice, etc.). I do not hate anyone who practices a religion other than mine. One of my best friend's is Wiccan and we've discussed our beliefs in depth, and she knows that while I hope to one day convince her of Jesus' truth, I'll continue to love her and be her best friend until the day we die, even if she never becomes a Christian. The same thing goes for my friend who is Jewish.
Also, Jesus died and came back. He'd be happy to hear from you.
2006-12-03 06:02:29 · answer #5 · answered by Cylon Betty 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am with you sister. Freedom of religion is so important because it allows each of us to practice our own faith in our own way. Seperation of church and state means we will never be discrimated against for our religious beliefs. Religion belongs in the heart, the home and the temples - and we will never be judged for what another does, so it does not matter what another does in their own heart, home and temple. On this earth there are many ways to enlightenment and each path is equally valid and beautiful. We need to respect each other, mind our own business and live and let live.
Peace!
2006-12-03 05:58:46 · answer #6 · answered by carole 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I believe in freedom of religion, but that doesn't mean I have to like someone else's religion. Take Islam for example. I think it's evil and that's my right. I can express my opinion. But unlike a Muslim, I won't kill people who believe differently than I.
2006-12-03 05:57:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
I do believe in the freedom of religion, and it doesn't mean just religion of my choice. We all have the freedom and right to choose our path of faith or non-faith.
2006-12-03 06:02:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I believe all must find their own way to God. There must be no compulsion in religion (wise words from the Qur'an).
2006-12-03 06:01:57 · answer #9 · answered by The Doctor 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My ancestors came to this country after many in my family were killed for their beliefs. So I believe in the American precept of freedom of religion for everyone.
2006-12-03 05:56:19 · answer #10 · answered by a_delphic_oracle 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋