Share your religion?

Question

say what your religion is and say your beliefs and i just want to have more respect to all religions im not looking to convert im muslim and proud i just want to learn more and have more respect for other religions

Answer 1

I was a diehard atheist for 31 years. Something strange happened a few weeks ago that completely changed my mind about that. Now I would say that I absolutely believe that what we would call God exists, but at the present time I would list my religion as none.

Answer 2

Roman Catholic, My beliefs are ever so slightly different than the Pope's; not enough to be excommunicated I hope! I would not use me as an example of a strict good one (RC), OK. (I sin often)
I'm here same as you, just learning about humanity, and have a roll (or two) of pennies to spend. Here's my 2 cents.
I also am here because of the humor (although it's dark, almost black, type) - it's still funny!
Oh, I get to pray for strangers, also. It's not much, but I do what I can. (even sinners pray)

Isn't the Hindu religion interesting? Oh, what do you think of the Druids, Stonehenge is so interesting, Do you feel any wonder at the way humans in Europe had a god for everything they needed. Greek, Roman, Viking, what we call England today. Amazing. Naivete set up like humanities kingdoms on Earth - all of them all over the world.
Persia and Egypt hold amazing interest. As does the Eastern studies in China and Japan. What do you think of the young Americas cultures - from Northern Canada to the most Southern tip of America what diversity!
I love the lore and folk stories that humanity has compiled.
All to teach children not to lie or steal. To help their community be safe and be helpful adults. So similar in theme yet different at the same time.

Answer 3

I'm an atheist (or perhaps an agnostic). Having never encountered any evidence for the existence of god, I never acquired a religion. Although brought up in a nominally Christian household, by the time I was eight it was obvious that the biblical tales could not be reconciled with science, and since science is obviously right (it works!), the bible had to go. Catholic theologian Hans Kung, in a huge book entitled Does God Exist?, examined the question in excruciating detail, and concluded that the existence or non-existence of god could not be demonstrated by logic or evidence. (Not surprisingly -- he is a Catholic priest -- he chooses the affirmative view.) I agree with his reasoning but not his choice. Given the foregoing, it can be proven that belief in god cannot have any real-world consequences, so it is convenient to not do so.

The bible has hundreds of errors of fact (as well as scores of internal contradictions), so it is clear that to call it a work of god is preposterous. I spent five years in Saudi Arabia, and used the opportunity to take a close look at Islam. I read two separate translations of the Qur'an from cover to cover, as well as numerous supporting materials, and also attended novice classes. I found various errors in the Qur'an, one of which is extremely serious. I am reading the Book of Mormon; it also has errors. I have not had occasion to examine any of the major eastern religions as yet.

Answer 4

I am pagan and not of a specific tradition, so there are alot of other pagans that don't share my views (likely some share some and others don't. Paganism is a pretty broad term), but here they are.

I believe that the divine is unknowable. I believe that everything is a manafestation of the divine. Us, the world around us, concepts, myths, gods, everything. There are many lessons to be learned by interacting with the divine and seeking wisdom. Every God is as real as every person, but each is just a reflection of divinity. Through rituals we can explore the mysteries of the divine in ways that look beyond what is seen as structured reality. Since everything is connected your will affects the world because it is divine will. This is something to be conciencious of. You will effect the world no matter, so make sure you're doing it in the ways you want. There are particular Gods that resonate with me personally and I work with more than others. This does not make them better or worse, simply more personal.

Answer 5

I am associated with Jehovah's Witnesses,and I suppose a brief synopsis of our beliefs would be that 1) we believe that Jehovah is God's name, and that Jesus Christ is His only begotten Son that took human form in obedience to His Father and sacrificed His life in atonement for mankind's sins 2) we believe that Jesus instructed His followers to be no part of the world, so we try our best to stay separate from worldly influences such as politics, entertainment, dress, speech, military, and the celebration of holidays. 3) we believe that the Bible says that faith without works is dead, and that Jesus instructed His followers to go door to door, and make disciples... so out of love for our neighbor and obedience, we do just that. No one is paid for the work they do in our organization. There is never a collection plate passed around at meetings. We can build a Kingdom Hall in one weekend, called a quick build, and be worshiping in it on Sunday. Our young people are not encouraged to date in a casual way, but to wait until being more mature and looking for a marriage mate when they date.
This is certainly not all Jehovah's Witnesses believe, but it's a start to let you in on some of our beliefs. Hope this was some help this evening! :)

Answer 6

Pagan, with strong Wiccan influence. I believe there is a Higher Power that transcends gender and consciousness as we know it - I usually refer to it as "The Higher Power", "God/dess", "Deity" or "Universal Energy". I feel that it is an energy that permeates the universe and everything in it, as opposed to a sentient, omniscient, omnipotent Being that is sitting somewhere watching us all. The similarities between various world pantheons in the types of Gods and Goddesses (Love, War, Fertility, Home, Death, etc.) leads me to believe that the various Gods and Goddesses of the various religions are all aspects of the same Higher Power, "broken down" by man into something that we can relate to, and to help deal with whatever needs dealing with at that point. I also believe in the idea of "Harm None" ("An it harm none, do as ye will" - the Wiccan Rede), and the thought that what energy you put out will come back to you threefold. In this way, my Path is similar to Wicca.

Answer 7

I'm Buddhist not just recently but for a very long time and I believe
that we are all part of the same thing and all brothers and sisters in the universe. I wish only to listen to the universe in my way and
defend your right even with my on life for you to hear the universe your way.

Answer 8

Great,
I am a christian and forever be.
My favorite verse is
Mark 13:31
The heaven and earth will disappear but my words will remain forever.

Its the best thing ever.
To be a Christian that is.
I am glad you want to know religions, and I hope you stay strong:)

Answer 9

James 1:27
Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.
KJV

Is this the same for muslims?

Answer 10

Im muslim too, and believe that there should not be a division between the sunnis and shites. When someone asks me which kind I am I say im muslim. Hasan Nasrallah said that we shouldnt be separated. Also, if you look like your avatar then you are very beautiful.