whats the minimum? dont say 1 or else Ill label you as an oaf . ^^
2007-01-02 06:08:10 · 19 answers · asked by Antares 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
theres no such one book that includes all the necessary information
2007-01-02 06:14:22 · update #1
I have spent most of my life researching religion. I believe that you can believe in a religion without reading much into it, but if you are trying to get others to believe or teach it-you should respect it and read about it including opposing opinions (I have met plenty of Christians that teach and preach the Bible but have never read it once all of the way through).
Science is deafeningly a more centered field, constantly changing, with many different theories and views. The only feasible way, if you are honest, dedicated, intelligent and legitimate, is to keep up on reading everything, not only books, but articles, periodicals, research and so on. To be a real expert in any field you have to know what you’re taking about, AND respect and know the opposing views.
2007-01-02 06:17:58 · answer #1 · answered by Vivid Image 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Religion is a belief so I do not think there is a required reading on the subject. I think if you want a theologian perspective on the subject then you should read alot of different books on alot of different religions to formulate a expert opinion. P.S. none one says you cannot answer any of the questions on here if you dont know the answer or have expert knowledge thats the point of this...........to get different views so you can formulate an answer.
2007-01-02 14:48:27 · answer #2 · answered by CelticFairy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well some feel qualified to comment without reading any unfortunately. Personally I don't think there is a minimum as long as you are willing to keep an open mind as to what others have to say and you are willing to learn from those who might just know more than you do.
Blessed Be )O(
2007-01-02 14:12:58 · answer #3 · answered by Stephen 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well...for religion, I'm sorry, but it is one. It can be the Bible, the Torah, the Koran, or whatever. Most religions follow only ONE book. Of course, more definately helps, and the more you read and understand about a certain religion, the less you look like an idiot. And as for science, it doesn't really matter in the r & s section anways.
2007-01-02 14:12:51 · answer #4 · answered by Forget My Name. 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
One doesn't have to read ANY books to comment on both religion and science. You can show your ignorance by reading one or 10,000, and by not reading ANY. That's quite obvious from reading the questions and 'answers' on here (on many subjects).
2007-01-02 15:05:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The internet means books aren't necessary to gain knowledge-some websites devoted to science are excellent sources of information. You should have a broad understanding of any subject before you comment on it which is why I laugh when some creationists freely admit they've never even bothered studying biology yet they glibly dismiss evolution.
2007-01-02 14:14:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
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2007-01-02 14:11:25 · answer #7 · answered by Fish <>< 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As many as possible...The more you know the more you can defend your faith and be confident in your comments.
The Bible is the ultimate source but there exist other books and resources that will guide you to a better understanding.
2007-01-02 14:16:36 · answer #8 · answered by bacha2_33461 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont think you can put a number on it like that
and why am i an oaf if i say one ... what if that one is concise , factual and non biased ?
what if 10 books contradict ?
2007-01-02 14:12:49 · answer #9 · answered by Peace 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ALL OF THEM!!!!
But seriously, read as much as you possibly can. The more you read, the less likely someone intelligent will point and laugh
2007-01-02 14:46:04 · answer #10 · answered by representin_gbg 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋