should one tell a poverty stricken, hopeless cancer victim that there is no god or heaven? what if he asks your opinion?
tell the truth, act ignorant or lie?
2007-02-16 08:14:12 · 5 answers · asked by jamus d woespuss 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Some, but the bad far outweigh the good. Ever heard of war?
2007-02-16 08:19:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my honest opinion religion has caused more harm than good all throughout history. Some of the bloodiest wars have been fought in the name of somebody's god or religion. The harm religion does is not balanced by the supposed good. Would I tell a dying person there is no god...of course I would...if they asked. If they are a believer then nothing I say will change their thoughts.
2007-02-16 16:21:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not tell him what you can believe in:
Maybe something like "be open minded, all things are possible. You may not be a member of a Church, you may not even believe in God, There may not even be a Heaven. But if there were, it might be based on something like:
Harmony is harmony, and disharmony is the only sin against God."
2007-02-16 16:21:28 · answer #3 · answered by MrsOcultyThomas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't outright tell him so, because the idea of heaven might give them comfort with their situation. If they ask your opinion, just tell them, but add "but I could be wrong."
2007-02-16 16:21:16 · answer #4 · answered by drink_more_powerade 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you think denying God has an eternal punishment effect? What happens when you lose that wager?
2007-02-16 16:33:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋