Do you agree that Christianity does not indulge intellectual curiosity?

Answer 1

theres no need for intellectual curiousity when you have "all" the answers in a book

Answer 2

Christianity does indulge in intellectual curiosity. I was discussing with my pastor one day the possibility that all the religions of the world were founded by God, walking around in different forms to give us choices, because what is the use of free will if you only have an ultimatum? Believe in God or Don't, being the ultimatum. He found it interesting at least.

Answer 3

I disagree vehemently! There are those spiritual leaders who try to smash intellectual curiosity however. Unfortunately many of these are in televangelism positions, so that is much of what is seen. I think truly it is on a sliding scale of those who will not entertain any thoughts other than what is printed in the bible, and all scientific research and knowledge is "mischief made up to mislead the flock" (extremely closeminded approach). There are others however (such as myself) who believe there are worlds of knowledge we have yet to discover, and God is leading us along that pathway to knowledge.

There are others who say Christians do not want to expand their knowledge because eventually we will become smarter than God, however I can't accept this as God is omnipotent, and he created us and everything around us for crying out loud, until someone creates a new earth with a natural atmosphere and all the species diversity we have, I will never belive that statement.

I am two finals away from my second year in chiropractic school, and the more knowledge I have gained in regards to the internal function down to a subcellular level has only deepened my faith. I believe in evolution, but how could one possibly state that all the internal machinery of our body is random? The perfection at which our bodies, as well as every other animal and plant are designed is simply amazing.

As far as intellectual debate, this is one area in which many Christians are severely lacking unfortunately. If someone presents to me in a rational, calm manner with their experiences thoughts and readings, I will listen and rationally explain my point of view whether I agree or disagree. I enjoy learning what other people think about certain situations, thoughts ideas and faiths.

As a Christian I am steadfast in my faith to God, however, as his servent I feel I am obliged to learn as much about him and all his creations (including the thoughts and feelings of others). If this is not what you mean by intellectual curiosity, then I apologize if my answer was a windy explanation of my own philosophies.

Answer 4

Any religion that inhibits the intellectual curiosity of its members can't be legitimate. As a Catholic, i know the Church doesn't restrict intellectual curiosity. It point's out errors in beliefs, yes- but not blindly. There are rational reasons for all its proofs.

Answer 5

I am a grad student in theology at a Catholic university, and I can definitely say that my program encourages intellectual curiosity. We have a long intellecual tradition in my church - like all major religions, I think. But ... not all Christians and not all congregations are the same -- some of us are curious and some aren't!

Answer 6

If you think that Christianity does not indulge intellectual curiosity, you've never learned Hebrew.

Answer 7

I know a lot of intellectual people who are Christian, however I agree that so many discourage the pursuit of knowlege that it does come off as an intolerant religion that way. Which is sad, because so many other religions openly embrace scientific concepts (Judaism in particular) without any conflicts with their belief in God.

Answer 8

Nope, not at all. Try reading "The Case for Faith", or "The Case for Christ", both very interesting books by Lee Strobel. Makes great food for thought. I doubt you really wanted an answer, though.

For anyone who is interested, Lee Strobel is a former skeptic turned Christian. He went on a highly intellectual search for religious answers before settling on Christianity.

Answer 9

No. But your question doesn't.

What are you talking about Coco? You have gone loco. So many religions under christianity.....I think you mean denominations and non-christians are not saved!!! Read your bible. What would be the point of accepting Christ as your savior and repenting of your sin if non-christians are saved?

Also, anjelfun. I hope your pastor rejected your notions of unified religions. That is one of the most unchristian things I've ever heard. You should read your bible too.

Answer 10

it really depends on what you are studying and what you want to know because if you are looking for something specific then it will indulge that intellectual curiosity that your looking 4

Answer 11

The Catholic Church founded the University system, modern economics, preserved writing, founded almost every branch of modern science, is an enormous theological force, provided billions with education; NOT INTELLECTUAL??