Sometimes I see questions that appear honest, but unfortunately it's very few. Also, if you want to know why someone believes something, is it really benificial to only study one side?
Example: If I want to know if the Bible has contradictions, should I study books/sites/articals that says it does? Ones that say it doesn't? Or Both?
Is it possible to make an educated choice without hearing all sides?
2006-12-09 10:42:57 · 23 answers · asked by impossble_dream 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I've seen your answers and believe you to be sincere in your present question. No, I don't believe this forum is for the serious minded. If you are serious about your example question, there are people at seminaries that would give plenty of serious food for thought. Good luck in your quest.
2006-12-09 10:48:42 · answer #1 · answered by Turnhog 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ah, a question with substance! :) I do not believe that one can make an informed decision until one is informed. That takes effort, which some will just not put forth no matter the reason. To be informed, you must look at all sides of an issue, decide what both sides are teaching you ( if anything) and then use what you know to reach an opinion that suits you and your life and needs. I try each day to learn something new... and sometimes I am given contradicting information. Then comes the work! I have to sift through what sources I find and think about whether or not I can trust them, then use my reasoning power to decide who is telling me something I can live with! Sometimes it's hit or miss, and there are times when I remain confused, but by and large I love learning from anyone who knows something I don't! lol
2006-12-09 18:50:59 · answer #2 · answered by themom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At it's worst, Yahoo Answers has the strange and terrible fascination of a train wreck. You know you shouldn't be looking at such a messy tragedy, but you can't help it.
And even though I don't call myself an optimist about human nature, I've had to revise my overall estimate of humankind down a notch or two, seeing some of the questions and some of the answers.
But there are real questions, real issues, and real answers. Enough to make it worthwhile, for now.
But I'd love a way to blank out selected posters who are, frankly, pointless ax-grinders, and usually rude with it.
And to the final point, one should at least be aware of a range of views on an issue. And that doesn't simply mean one viewpoint's critique of the rest. That too often involves mis-statement if not caricature.
2006-12-09 19:00:52 · answer #3 · answered by Pedestal 42 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes I view questions as a genuine cry for help. That's when my nurturing side emerges. At those times I'm aware of the Christians' desire to do good and I see non-believers as too strident.
Sometimes I view questions as a topic of debate and I can argue either side depending on whether the author is a Repub or a Dem . That's when I'm nice but only to the Dem. I used to listen to the Republican side but no more nice guy.
Sometimes I view questions as fighting words and I verbally bash. That's when I'm not so nice and all you get is my side whether yours is logical, factual or asinine.
Don't matter how I do it - I'm always right. lol
2006-12-09 18:46:13 · answer #4 · answered by childrenofthecorn 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
sure I am interested in the view of others. Dose that mean I will agree with them or even respect there view? No, but that dose not mean that I dont want to here what they have to say and why they say it.
People should look at both sides of any argument but by our very nature we are biased and we will always look at an issue in a particular light. That cannot be helped
2006-12-09 19:12:49 · answer #5 · answered by Gamla Joe 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've honestly read about and heard about both sides of the Bible.
It's not possible to make an educated decision without hearing all sides.
... politicians should listen to you.
- 16 yo Pagan
2006-12-09 18:45:13 · answer #6 · answered by Lady Myrkr 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of people only want verification for their point of view. In your example, read the bible instead of relying on the point of view of people who will analyze it for you. You'll find that there are many things you won't see discussed here. Most of them have not read it & rely on the passages they've been "fed" over the years.
2006-12-09 18:48:50 · answer #7 · answered by shermynewstart 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry to say it, but Yahoo! Answers is full of ******* who couldn't care less about anyone's opinions but just ask lame questions in order to cause argumentation, divisiveness, and to encourage narrow-mindedness. I have a tremendous amount of respect for those few people though who ask questions because they really are intrigued and are seeking answers to big questions.
2006-12-09 20:19:15 · answer #8 · answered by David W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about the educated choice but I really like hearing about peoples opinions especially if theirs is different because that's how I learn new & different things
2006-12-09 18:46:00 · answer #9 · answered by gitsliveon24 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think people genuinly care. If they did care, and take into condideration the opinions of others, then we wouldn't have politics, and America wouldn't have as many problems as they do right now. But I care about what people have to say; they can change my whole perspective alot of times.
2006-12-09 18:45:45 · answer #10 · answered by Coalie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋