Some of the people who post here (all beliefs) seem to have a strong hatred for anyone that has a different set of beliefs. I'm curious how many people restrict their friendships/relationships to only people that share your beliefs. If so, why? It is that you are uncomfortable with people that are different or that you have a genuine dislike of them?
2007-11-07 01:57:38 · 16 answers · asked by Cheryl S 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Francis - I do not confuse the two. However, I do find a difference between standing up for one's convictions and spewing hate.
I have a very stong belief in the Lord, I just don't feel the need to alienate others because of my beliefs.
2007-11-07 02:05:55 · update #1
Like you said some.
As for me, I believe whatever my friends or family's belief system is, I still befriend and love them. As long as they are not of bad influence to me and respect my religion and who I am, I am find with them.
In fact, I am a Christian but yet I have many Muslim friends.
No matter what beliefs we have, we can still be friends as long as we accept and respect one another. It is fine.
2007-11-07 02:04:42 · answer #1 · answered by bel 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think most people hang arround people who have similar beliefs. In this country we have a lot more common beliefs than you might think. If ones beliefs vary a lot, you can find it hard to get close to a lot of people. People don't like to have a person in their life, that is to challenging to what they believe, even if the person is sincere and has very good ideas. We live in a lazy world spiritually. That is why we have so many moral problems, and so much abuse in this world. My focus and skill is in the spiritual, so I can not really get close to someone, who does not value, what I have to offer, which is my life's work. I am nice to everyone, even if I am rough on the value to society of their spiritual ideas.
2007-11-07 10:12:59 · answer #2 · answered by astrogoodwin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I genuinely dislike people who feel that their beliefs are the only correct ones and try to force them on everyone else. Other than that, I am fine with people who believe differently. I am an atheist and I have some christians as contacts, and I like them very much.
2007-11-07 10:02:12 · answer #3 · answered by Nea 5 · 5⤊ 1⤋
I'm Jewish. I don't hate any other people because of their beliefs. However, all my true friends are Jews. This is because they behave in the way G-d has taught.
I tend not to associate with non-Jews in a social enviroment as the conversation always seems to trend in directions I'm not interested in.
However, I do recognize there are many right ways to approach G-d, so I treat all with respect.
2007-11-07 10:13:04 · answer #4 · answered by Gershon b 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't hate anybody. But, I am strongly convinced in my beliefs. (I am Catholic.) I hope you don't confuse the two.
The most hatred I have seen comes from NON-believers. Also remember, a lot of youngsters get in this forum and post stupid things. I think that's where a lot of that comes from.
2007-11-07 10:02:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The bible teaches to love all people. I have a hard time when ignorant people post ignorant questions and comments. I try to respect all people and their beliefs. Everyone has the right to choose what they believe. Except for the stupid.
2007-11-07 10:04:22 · answer #6 · answered by ;l'l 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Jesus only gave one commandment, " Love on another." Jesus loved all as an example to all, but if being with someone leads one to sin or do wrong it might be best to avoid them. Would it be wise for an alcoholic to spend all his free time in a bar. Peace
2007-11-07 10:20:01 · answer #7 · answered by PARVFAN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Notice how many controversial questions people just flock to?
And then there are the small number of people who have come to your question.
I think that gives us a good idea on what is the minority and what is the majority.
2007-11-07 10:03:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
As long as someone is generally fun to talk to/hang out with I don't care what their beliefs are.
2007-11-07 10:07:02 · answer #9 · answered by Eiliat 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I, a recovering and scarred for life pentecostal christian, now go to a UU church that is full of many other types of beliefs
I am now more buddhist or atheist, and enjoy talking about what others believe, not really what a text says
2007-11-07 10:03:13 · answer #10 · answered by voice_of_reason 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋