what I hold dear to me? No wonder christians are being supposedly *attacked* they have no tolerance for religions outside thier own!
2007-01-09 06:55:25 · 29 answers · asked by uzumakinarutoninjafox 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Correct.
Christians are intolerant and judgmental towards everyone.
2007-01-09 07:00:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 4⤋
Some Christian are belittling, but so are some agnostics. Face it. There are rude people everywhere. I would submit that the majority of Christians, as well as the majority of agnostics are quite tolerant of other beliefs. They recognize that to attack other religions or philosophies is disrespectful and bad press.
I would suggest that you read not only the Bible, but the Koran, the Book of Mormon, the Iliad, Popol Vuh, Dead Sea scrolls, and The Lord of the Rings, among others. They may be fairy tales to some, but a masterpiece to others. A trilogy to some, a testament to others; just read good books and then decide.
Documents mean things. They affect people. They inspire people. They will impact your future, whether you read them or not. Better to be informed, than ignorant.
2007-01-09 07:48:51 · answer #2 · answered by luperith 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I find it hard to get into something that is held as Truth that is neither complete and is filled with hear-say written after the fact. I agree with you. My beliefs are just as real as theirs. Maybe more so. I believe that because I woke up and survived another day that I am important. I don't need religion to muddy my thinking about questioning whether or not Someone out there loves me. I already know that. and at least I don't need a book to tell me how to be responsible to myself and society. that's just common sense. I know that if I behave negatively, I'll get a negative response. and... I can't just absolve my sins by going to church and praying. I actually have to earn those brownie points back by behaving in a positive manner. so, to all the Christians out their trying to save others... try preaching a little closer to home. i think the rest of us are going to be fine all on our own.
2007-01-16 06:45:54 · answer #3 · answered by taowiccan1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many people, even the ones with best intentions, have an underlying condition called "self-righteousness." Upbringing, experiences, perceptions, education, and so many other factors influence what he/she has come to believe so much so that in their minds it is "right" or "only." I have studied and taught for many years. My studies have led me through a lot of the questions and observations other responders have offered. I believe that the God who created (and if a person doesn't have that foundational belief then nothing I say makes sense to that person) is a God who can preserve His message to us. Christianity is based on a relationship with the Christ Jesus, another fundamental belief. All I can hope is that my life is a positive reflection of what He has asked us to do: love God, love others, believe in Him. Our beliefs stem from what God has revealed to us. Sometimes we get in His way.
2007-01-09 08:41:00 · answer #4 · answered by youngatheart 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If a Christian is "insisting", in a way that is negative or belittleing as you seem to imply, then it would be rude and uncalled for. As a Christian myself, I was taught to respect all people, regardless of their race, religion, background, etc. I believe it is fine if someone wants to share something with me as long as they stop once I tell them I am no longer interested. As to being "attacked", it has liitle to do with intolerance and more to do with unacceptance, ignorance, lack of respect and pride (on both sides of the coin).
2007-01-09 07:43:55 · answer #5 · answered by straightup 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The born agains seem to be judgemental.
They need to read the Bible.......
Lectio Divina is Latin for “spiritual reading” and represents an early monastic technique of prayer which continues in practice though less widely, intended to achieve communion with God as well as providing special spiritual insights and peace from that experience. It is a way of praying with Scripture that calls one to study, ponder, listen and, finally, pray from God's Word.
History
Lectio Divina was first expressed in the year 220 AD. It was found that to read the Bible profitably it is necessary to do so with attention, consistency and prayer. The systematization of “spiritual reading” into four steps dates back to the 12th century. Around 1150, Guigo II, a Carthusian monk, wrote a book entitled “The Monk’s Ladder” (Scala Claustralium) wherein he set out the theory of the four rungs: reading, meditation, prayer and contemplation. In 2005, Pope Benedict XVI stated, “This is the ladder by which the monks ascend from earth to heaven.”
Method
Lectio is typically practiced daily for one continuous hour. A selection from the Holy Scriptures is chosen ahead of time, often as a daily progression through a particular book of the Bible.
Time
Selecting a time for lectio divina is important. Typical methods are to pray for one hour in the morning, or to divide it into two half-hour periods, one in the morning and one in the evening. The key is to pre-select the time that will be devoted to the prayer, and to keep it. Using the same time every day leads to a daily habit of prayer that becomes highly effective.
Place
The place for prayer is to be free from distractions. This means it should be isolated from other people, telephones, visual distractions, etc. Some find a religious icon to be helpful. The same place should be used for lectio if possible, especially as one first begins to practice it. Familiarity with a location reduces the possibility of distraction away from the prayer. Some practitioners conduct other devotions, such as praying before the Catholic Eucharist, as a preparation for Lectio Divina.
Preparation
Prior to reading, it is important to engage in a transitional activity that takes one from the normal state of mind to a more contemplative and prayerful state. A few moments of deep, regular breathing and a short prayer inviting the Holy Spirit to guide the prayer time helps to set the tone and improve the effectiveness of the lectio.
Once the stage is set it is time to begin the prayer. There are four phases of the prayer, which do not necessarily progress in an ordered fashion. One may move between different phases of the prayer very freely as the Spirit guides.
The Four Moments
Lectio
Read the passage several times.
Meditatio
Reflect on the text of the passage, thinking about how to apply to one's own life. Gravitate to any particular phrase or word that seems to be of particular import. This should not be confused with exegesis, but is a very personal reading of the Scripture and application to one's own life.
Oratio
Respond to the passage by opening the heart to God. This is not primarily an intellectual exercise, but more of the beginning of a conversation with God.
Contemplatio
Listen to God. This is a freeing oneself from one's own thoughts, both mundane and holy. It is about hearing God talk to us. Opening our mind, heart and soul to the influence of God. Any conversation must allow for both sides to communicate, and this most unfamiliar act is allowing oneself to be open to hearing God speak.
2007-01-16 09:13:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The bible is a good read. I recommend everyone read it.
I see where you are coming from though. I think Christians need to do some more studying of other beliefs. It helps in the growth process, knowledge is power right!
2007-01-09 06:59:57 · answer #7 · answered by ♫O Praise Him♫ 5 · 4⤊ 2⤋
True Christians are exhorted by the Bible to "Go ye out into the highways and hedges and COMPEL them to come in". They simply get a bit overzealous at times and should learn to respect others who don't believe the same way, but continue in prayer for them until God says it's enough.
2007-01-09 07:21:42 · answer #8 · answered by bigvol662004 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
They feel its incumbent upon them to spread the gospel in order to save your soul. That this may not always be welcome, and in some cases flat out laughed at isn't important to them. I can take a bit of proselytizing, but at least no Christian has sent a plane into a building as a way of honoring their religion. That's attacked.
2007-01-09 07:01:50 · answer #9 · answered by justa 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Christians have a tolerance for religions outside of there own. You have been given the ability to chose whomever you want to follow by God. God is that loving of a God to give you the ability not to chose him. So we don't insist that you read the bible, but we do believe that it contains the true word of God. Read it or don't, that is up to you.
I will pray for you though..
Matt
2007-01-09 07:01:01 · answer #10 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 3⤋
It is very rude to belittle you for your beliefs.
You make up your own mind, and you alone deal with the joys or punishments of your actions.
We all will die eventually, and we must take credit for ourselves.
2007-01-09 07:02:35 · answer #11 · answered by Honesty is the best policy 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋