Do you really think by teaching your children “bible facts” despite the mountain of evidence that disproves them, you are giving your children beneficial knowledge? What do you think will happen to your country if everyone in it did this, whilst other countries teach their children form a knowledge base that grows?
2007-07-01 15:52:59 · 28 answers · asked by Desiree 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Everyone who wants evidence, go read wikipedia for a few weeks. Any area of science will do.
2007-07-01 16:08:29 · update #1
Oh for Christ’s sake! Science is not trying to prove the bible false!!! Science couldn’t care less about the bible. The weakening of religion through the gaining of knowledge is simply a byproduct of progress.
2007-07-01 16:12:00 · update #2
I believe the answers you have received from Christians speak for themselves. No, they aren't. They are in denial. Deep in denial. Nothing you can show them or say to them will convince them that their beliefs make no sense. It comes from insecurity, and a lack of knowledge.
They know nothing about the country. Founded by free-thinkers, on freedom, not Christianity. "In God We Trust" was not put on our money until the Civil War, and does not belong there. His name wasn't added to the pledge until the 1950s, for the purpose of spiting the commies, and does not belong there, either.
In many cases, they barely understand their own religion. (Ask any of them where Christmas or Easter originated. Odds are, they think it has always been all about Jesus, and are completely in the dark about their religion having essentially stolen both from the Pagans. And even so, while their God is completely inflexible toward anything they disagree with, he's ok with them distracting attention from his son by combining Pagan customs with their holiday traditions. Whatever is convenient for them.)
Science and scientific theories have provided real, beneficial results. Because of them, we can live past the age of 40, and live comfortable, convenient lives. Religion, on the other hand, has provided nothing but a lot of baseless conflict. If this isn't enough to convince one against religion, nothing is. The religious argue that their beliefs are the only thing standing between us and a moral vacuum, where people run around killing and stealing. This is another ridiculous delusion, shared by people who don't know any better. All one needs for morality, is the desire to live peaceful and free, and the understanding of what types of actions pose a threat to that. If that weren't the case, there would be no atheists who weren't criminals. But of course, some people need an excuse to insist that religion is necessary.
2007-07-02 08:07:51 · answer #1 · answered by Master Maverick 6 · 4⤊ 2⤋
Could you please further verify the information you are basing
your comments on? Which countries are teaching "their
children form a knowledge base that grows"?
What are you basing your remarks regarding the "mountain
of evidence that disproves" Biblical teaching?
There are many well educated people who believe very much
in Biblical teachings.....and in terms of the old testament,
there are religions other than Christians who base their
teachings on it as well.
There is archeological evidence to back up many of the
stories in the Bible, which does surprise many people.
You may have heard what you are writing from other sources
and believing what you've heard without question or
research.
In terms of belief, anyone can believe whatever they choose
to, right? So why not just leave Christians alone if you
choose not to believe in their faith yourself?
Why not use your time, energy and research to help others
on this planet rather than use it to write things that you
know will make upset others? Are you a caring person?
When you are all alone in your room with your thoughts.....
what do you believe? Perhaps that is a good place to
begin to develop who you really are as a person, and
from there find out what you can do to reach out and help
others and our beautiful earth......
Rather than join a crowd of negativity that does nothing but
create hurt and disagreement?
And harm none, remember?
All the best,
Doris
WithWingsofAngels@comcast.net
2007-07-01 16:04:21 · answer #2 · answered by Doris L 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As someone who was taught "anti-knowledge", and who only in the last few years (since beginning to attend college) has realized how foolish I had been for nearly 30 years, I am appalled at this! I was taught that evolution is crap, the earth is only 6,000 years old, and that I would go to hell if I didn't blindly follow all of these teachings (which I admittedly did for nearly three decades)
Since becoming a college student, I have found most of what I was taught to be false. Initially, I was pretty angry at the whole Christian institution, but I have since come to terms with all of this. The way that I did this was to reason to myself that my parents didn't know any better and that they meant well (even though I know that this is just an excuse I h ave made for them).
Personally, I don't think that the few who still believe such nonsense will have much of a lasting impact, expecially since there are people like me out there, who can provide people with scientific evidence of the existence of God while still being able to see through the veil of lies that has permeated our society for so long.
I think that as science progresses over the years, more and more people will have to accept that what they have been taught and are teaching is nothing more than reasons that were created at a time when little was known about science and the nature of things, and ignorance and fear were dominant in the world. Don't lose hope in humanity yet.
2007-07-01 16:01:30 · answer #3 · answered by Sarah 2 · 4⤊ 3⤋
There is too much wrong with this question to even begin answering it.
Have you ever attended a Sunday service?
If so, you would realize that the pastor does not teach “bible facts," he teaches changes in attitude (something that you could use) and ways of life that are in the Bible.
You're probably referring to evolution and the like. If there are such "mountains of evidence" disproving these "Bible facts", do you really think that millions of people would blindly follow christianity?
Christians aren't science-ignorant bumbling idiots, although they seem like that sometimes.
Do some research next time.
2007-07-01 16:04:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Actually the evidence which proves the Bible correct is overwhealming for those who look with an open mind.
Our country was the greatest in the world as long as we did this but when our nation stopped about 40 or 50 years ago, our nation began to go downhill.
I'm sorry your mind is closed.
One of the more recent finds is the location of the chariots at the bottom of the Red Sea.
I've seen the pictures on TV.
Did you know that leap seconds prove the young age of the earth which confirms what the Bible has been saying for 3,600 years? And it confirm what NASA learned about the Moon with our nine missions to the Moon?
Have you seen the math about leap seconds?
I have.
Pastor Art
2007-07-01 16:17:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Wikipedia is where any man and His dog can post stuff...
I don't believe teaching my (imaginary) kids the Bible is anti knowledge - the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge...
Evolution is not proven I will not teach them a hopeless life just because you say so... I want my children when I have them to know my Best friend - to understand that He loves them, will always be them, no matter when that they can learn science and even love it, but that science doesn't know how the earth began, as they make hypothesis some are proven and some are not. ... My children will not have climbed out of slimb (well ahhh... not pond scum anyway)... they will have been made in my womb, and that God has a plan and purpose for them....
God Loves You, I wish you'd meet my best mate Desiree...
2007-07-01 18:50:15 · answer #6 · answered by Abbasangel 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Desiree, I believe that your "facts" are based on misinformation. Archaeological evidence is continually coming up with evidence that directly supports the Bible. If you want, email me and I'll get you the information on the societies that are publishing their findings. There are a couple that are non-religious, that is, purely secular in intent and mission that have added to the record of findings that support the Bible. As for anti-knowledge, did you know that modern medical science has found that day 8 after a male child really is the best day to do a circumcision? What we know to be the hydrological cycle is found in the book of Job. So, I believe that your facts are built on shifting sand that you really should abandon before being buried in them.
2007-07-01 16:07:40 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
Dear, if I can safely assume that you are among the people who -- rightly -- are strongly opposed to religion being taught in public schools, may I ask why it concerns you what people of faith teach their children in their homes, places of worship, or private schools? They consider it beneficial knowledge for many reasons, and have the right to do so even if you don't agree with them.
"What if" scenarios don't do much to bolster an argument, especially ones such as you suggest. "Everyone" in the country isn't going to do exactly the same thing, ever. But if you're talking about the U.S., everyone IS free to teach their children whatever they wish. So if you wish to teach yours from the mountain of knowledge that is Wikipedia, feel free.
2007-07-01 17:34:58 · answer #8 · answered by Clare † 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Huh, haven't heard of the "mountain of evidence" that disproves the Bible. Please, enlighten me oh wise one.
Yeah, it's so wrong to teach my children such horrible principles like the 10 Commandments, to love their neighbors, to not lie, cheat, steal, etc. Gasp!!! I can't believe I am teaching them to not have sex before marriage, not to commit adultery, etc.
I am such a horrible parent.
Look what this country has turned into since God, the Bible, and prayer has been taken out of school. Look at the fall of our society. We once had some morals, values, ethics, and some decency. Not anymore.
Back then the worst thing to happen in school was students shooting spitwads at the teacher. Look what is happening now...
2007-07-01 16:09:05 · answer #9 · answered by Me 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
The problem is that parents think they "own" their children. This is not the case.
Children are people, too, and deserve to be treated with respect. Respect is not teaching them at an impressionable age to believe in what is unseen; that is selfishness. Besides, legitimate spirituality (if such exists) does not go along with religious upbringing. If you see only from one perspective, you do not have choices. If you see other perspectives but are taught that only yours is right, then you still do not have choices.
This "us vs. them" mentality is naturally the root of many problems in our world, and it is found very often in these religions that believe in definite rights and wrongs that are not necessary for civilization...
...Which brings me to another point: reading, writing, etc. are typically necessary for an individual to function effectively in society, to pursue his goals and find happiness. Religion is NOT a necessity! The argument that parents should be able to dictate religious beliefs to their children because other ideas like language are the same is ABSOLUTELY absurd.
There is no justification for this. Besides, the religions to which this applies teach that their advocates should show through example, not through bombardment of verses and ideas. Love - not words.
2007-07-02 10:46:32 · answer #10 · answered by Skye 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋