...if the subject of the afterlife comes up, and you smile and shrug and say "I'll find out when I get there?"
Why do people act like it's not okay to be calm about not knowing this? I don't have to claim that I know what Australia or Zimbabwe are going to be like, either--I've never been to either of those places. I have, at best, only educated guesses.
I guess what I'm saying is, I'm a little shocked that other people get so shocked, and I'd kind of like some insights.
2007-03-28 12:29:27 · 9 answers · asked by GreenEyedLilo 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Simply because you scare them. :-)
Seriously, because their own fear of mortality forces them to find solice in religion, etc. Defining the after life eases their worries and 'medicates' that fear. However, at the same time - they are still insecure.
I have also drawn similar reactions from people ...
2007-03-28 12:35:51 · answer #1 · answered by Scott 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree. I have a much better idea of what Zimbabwe is like than I do of the afterlife.
God, I hope the afterlife isn't like Australia...
2007-03-28 12:33:48 · answer #2 · answered by completelysurroundedbyimbeciles 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you
but you know , most people are religious because they want to know where they are going after death , or to feel that they have a choice about it , in this life
to ask some one this question , a rreligious man or woman , it's normal to get kinds of answers you get
heaven ... or .... hell
or any other place .. with any other name
for me , I'll know when I get there :)
have a nice day
2007-03-28 12:38:27 · answer #3 · answered by X Angel 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because some people don't like the fact that fact don't agree with what they believe in which they 'DEFINITELY' know is right. It is pure ignorance. I agree with what your saying. I'll just have to wait until I die.
2007-03-28 12:34:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I like your approach... the only ones who are shocked are the ones who are too afraid to admit they don't know for sure...
2007-03-28 12:37:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
the people who ask you that are the type who feel earth is just a waiting room for heaven so they cant possibly fathom why other people wouldnt want to know for they've yet to understand your views.
P.S Atheists_are_dumb is just narrow minded so I personally wouldn't heed their advice.
2007-03-28 12:33:55 · answer #6 · answered by Secondstar_rite 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I really dont know. But its true. People start freaking saying "its a myth" "its not real" I guess it makes them feel more safe.
2007-03-28 12:33:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, if youre not preparing for your afterlife now through the glory of Jesus, it is YOU that is going to be in for one big shock, missy!!!! Do you really want to "find out" youre going to hell - when its too late? Repent now while you still have time...
VLR
2007-03-28 12:33:13 · answer #8 · answered by Athiests_are_dumb 3 · 1⤊ 6⤋
well, i answer it calmly 'cuz i know where i'm going!
" I'm knocking on Heaven's door..."
2007-03-28 12:38:26 · answer #9 · answered by Shmily P 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋