Dear Dr. Laura,
Thank you for doing so much to educate people regarding God's law. I have learned a great deal from you, and I try to share that knowledge with as many people as I can. When someone tries to defend the homosexual lifestyle, for example, I simply remind him that Leviticus 18:22 clearly states it to be an abomination. End of debate. I do need some advice from you, however, regarding some of the specific laws and how to best follow them.
When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odor for the Lord (Lev. 1:9). The problem is my neighbors. They claim the odor is not pleasing to them. How should I deal with this?
I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as it suggests in Exodus 21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her?
I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness (Lev. 15:19-24). The problem is, how do I tell? I have tried asking, but most women take offense.
Lev. 25:44 states that I may buy slaves from the nations that are around us. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans but not Canadians. Can you clarify?
I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself?
A friend of mine feels that even though eating shellfish is an abomination (Lev. 10:10), it is a lesser abomination than homosexuality. I don't agree. Can you settle this?
Lev. 20:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. I have to admit that I wear prescription glasses. Does my vision have to be 20/20, or is there some wiggle room here?
I know you have studied these things extensively, so I am confident you can help. Thank you again for reminding us that God's word is eternal and unchanging.
2007-04-26 07:23:00 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Thanks for the laugh. I haven't seen some of those for a long while.
The one about Lev 25:44 always gets me.
Good fun.
And we need that in a world with so many "Dr." Lauras.
2007-04-26 07:43:24 · answer #1 · answered by The angels have the phone box. 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Classic example of the illogical and polemical arguments offered by some non-believers when confronted with any scriptural basis for declaring homosexuality a sin.
"Thanks" for posting. Now we will have to deal with all the piling on by the flippant and cynical hiding behind the anonymity of their computers.
Some resources regarding homosexuality and the bible to help you understand the issue or the reaction of others:
Myths About Homosexuality:
http://www.leaderu.com/orgs/probe/docs/homomyth.html
Theology and Homosexuality:
http://www.leaderu.com/orgs/probe/docs/homotheo.html
2007-04-26 07:30:28 · answer #2 · answered by Ask Mr. Religion 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
THANK YOU! This is why I have such a problem with the OT. If the Christians are going to get angry at the Gays and quote Leviticus, then I have a right to sell my daughter into slavery.
It makes no sense.
2007-04-26 07:28:44 · answer #3 · answered by Big Super 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That is the best thing I've read in a long time! Hilarious and making an excellent point. Thank you!!!!
2007-04-26 07:28:27 · answer #4 · answered by cjm 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Roflmao!
price of a stamp: 37cents
price of ink, paper and envelope: a buck?
finally knowing whether we can buy slaves from Canada: priceless
2007-04-26 07:29:39 · answer #5 · answered by Momofthreeboys 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Yep its a well written condemnation of using the bible to beat on people
2007-04-26 07:29:31 · answer #6 · answered by ɹɐǝɟsuɐs Blessed Cheese Maker 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
YES. It has circulated on the internet for quite some time now and also here on Y!A.
2007-04-26 07:27:16 · answer #7 · answered by MyPreshus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never could stand that self-aggrandizing know-it-all. You've reminded me of why!
2007-04-26 07:29:20 · answer #8 · answered by Dianne A 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Bravo. Id love to see the reply....
2007-04-26 07:28:16 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
I haven't seen the answer though.
2007-04-26 07:28:57 · answer #10 · answered by Morey000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋