Are christians and muslims equal?
Are pagans and spiritualists seeking a path that is different, but not bad?
In that light, is a secular humanist just as spiritual as someone who believes in "spirit?"
2007-07-10 23:59:11 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Objective reality doesn't include the supernatural. I know what I believe I am curious to what others think about religion and choice.
2007-07-11 00:06:53 · update #1
No. There are false religion and they follow the wrong path.
jtm
2007-07-11 00:07:50 · answer #1 · answered by Jesus M 7 · 2⤊ 3⤋
Well...most folks don't consider all spiritual paths equally valid, but considering who's doing the considering, I'd consider that consideration as something to be taken with a grain of salt.
Given the unknowability of so much about the nature of the divine, and the objective truth that so many people lie about it for their own advantage, mixing and matching based on what rings true to our own spirit seems like the way to go.
Btw, a strict definition of "Secular Humanist" is someone who is in or of the world and believes that people, not The People, but people, everyone of us, is worth fighting for.
By that definition, Jesus was a Secular Humanist.
2007-07-11 04:47:05 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe in all paths being valid but I see that not all share that view. What I know is based on my experiences. I tryed to live the christian view that I knew nothing and had to accept the dogma that was fed me for years. I was unhappy, unfulfilled and lost. Now as I follow the path that "feels right" for me all those negatives have disappeared. I hope this is what you are looking for in this question. Blessed Be.
2007-07-11 04:21:10 · answer #3 · answered by Praire Crone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That has been my opinion for quite some time now. All paths lead to the same place, it is just the scenery that differs. So long as your faith doesn't harm others and brings you happiness then what does it matter what it is called. I have felt that it is only those that are insecure in their own faith that have to demoralize others for choosing a different path than their own, which is sad.
Blessed Be )O(
2007-07-11 00:09:51 · answer #4 · answered by Stephen 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe if man looks for God in all honesty, God will allow the means for man to find Him.
However, I also believe that man has a talent for going with the things that fit his ego and wants.
Man shouldnt follow a religion if it seems like it fits his egotistical needs.
Like a very wise sufi once said, there are many pathways to God, as many as the number of people on earth, but there is only one path FROM God to mankind. The wisdom is to make the one you follow, merge with the one coming from Him.
:)
Peace
2007-07-11 00:20:19 · answer #5 · answered by Antares 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think all people are equal, no matter what their race, religion, nationality, or IQ.
Choose what's good for you. I will do the same.
The only thing I do not believe in is mocking another's beliefs.
That's wrong.
Someone who makes fun of/ridicules another person's beliefs is not a nice person, in my opinion.
Asking questions with the intent of "stirring the pot" is wrong.
You can pretty,much tell when someone is asking a question in a sarcastic or inflammatory manner by the language that person uses.
My philiosophy is that what is right for YOU is cool for you, and the same goes for all of us. I don't believe in trying to convert anyone.
2007-07-11 00:25:21 · answer #6 · answered by batgirl2good 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
one religion is never equal to the next on a personal level as one will always argue the supremity of his or hers over all others. as long as you follow what you believe without outside pressures but also conform with the universal rights you should be fine
2007-07-11 00:30:50 · answer #7 · answered by eccie83 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your question is kind of hard to answer. Every person is equal, but not all faiths. Each faith is different compared to the next. Look at the facts when looking for a religion. I can't help you out in many other than Judaism and Christianity. For instance, they have found evidence of Judaism being true, such as finding chariots at the bottom of the Red Sea. From there, you can go into Christianity, because the only One ever to fulfill all of the prophesies is Jesus Christ.
2007-07-11 00:07:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
"There is a path that leads to life and few are they that find it."
The man that stated the above is the only person to have been killed for stating that he was g-d. Consider this 3 days after his death G-d raised Him from the dead and to this day there are no bones.
2007-07-14 12:56:39 · answer #9 · answered by M_Palidin_2001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think they are. I have studied many and find what I think is truth in each. My path has changed from time to time over the years as I mature and evolve. I think it's important that I keep seeking and finding answers for myself and to never get caught up in absolutes from any one source.
2007-07-11 00:11:50 · answer #10 · answered by gypz9 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I actually think the secular humanist is the one most in touch with reality.
They believe in humanity's ability to become what we are today.
The religions all seem to think we needed help to get here.
2007-07-11 00:24:56 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋