I'm the President/Creator of Alternative Relgions @ Mizzou; a group supporting co-exsistence between religions and bringing people together to talk about religion. We have bi-weekly meetings were we sit around and talk about religion, how it influences ourselves and others. I need some discussion topics that are suitable for and cover all religions, not just Pagan or Christian. Does anyone have any good discussion topics for me?
2007-01-24 04:19:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Religion vs. politics (i.e. separation of church and state)
Teachings about altruism in various religions or the absence thereof. Striving towards tolerance and peace.
Psychology vs. religious choices
Religions vs. science
Religions and sexuality
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2007-01-24 04:28:49 · answer #1 · answered by vinslave 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Faithful's divergent interpretations of the religious teachings they subscribe to vs. the actual teachings.
The commonalities and similarities between different religions, not just in creed, but in doctrine as well.
The progression of science, first away from the spiritual and now again more towards it.
2007-01-24 04:38:38 · answer #2 · answered by dead_elves 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well a good one would be a discussion about the compatibility of devout Muslims in Western society. Islam is largely misunderstood because of current situations abroad. This would generate a LOT of discussion and it is an important topic.
2007-01-24 04:22:37 · answer #3 · answered by Bill S 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Mizzou? I used to live in Columbia! Could you tell Shannon Morris at the Thirty Turtle that I said HI? Please? I miss him so much!
Here's a good topic: Seperation of Church and State. Discuss!
2007-01-24 04:27:35 · answer #4 · answered by Maria Isabel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religions are coined to bring people together around common answers to spiritual questions.
What spiritual questions bring people together?
Questions like, why do we suffer and die?
Why do weird things happen?
How should I behave in difficult or confusing situations?
How can I make myself do the right things, when my guts want to do what my heart and head know is wrong?
etc.
The What Should I Do Retard did us all a service, highlighted the nature of these common questions by reducing them to the absurd. However, it is not absurd to ask them, and our answers to them need not be absurd.
2007-01-24 04:24:23 · answer #5 · answered by Joni DaNerd 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One I always liked is this:
What if x religion turns out to be the real, true religion?!
x = christianity, judiasm, islam, buddhism, hinduism, shintoism, atheism, etc.
Each person would write down what thier religious persuasion is, and what it would mean if the different religions (or lack thereof) turn out to be the right answer.
2007-01-24 04:24:04 · answer #6 · answered by Jay 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing that might be worth discussing is the different perceptions of God. Christians and Pagans see God(s) as completely different in nature.
2007-01-25 08:32:49 · answer #7 · answered by kaplah 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am currently looking into tax exemption status for religious organizations and at the implications of politic activities conducted by religious organizations, so those two might be great topics.
2007-01-24 04:22:57 · answer #8 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a Christian, I believe in the theory of evolution and the the big bang. If somebody does not think I am a true Christian because of it, I really do not care as both God and Myself know know the truth.
2016-03-29 00:20:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is God really judgmental and punishing?
Would a loving God allow a place like hell to exist?
Does God hate Gay people?
Was there an except for in Jesus' request that we love our neighbor.
Love and blessings Don
2007-01-24 04:24:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋