2007-12-25 16:05:21 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
"Never discuss religion or politics"
2007-12-26 05:28:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm always willing to discuss religion and I'm the first to admit that not all the answers are known yet (being a reconstruction religion, more answers are being found every year). Criticism, shrug it off. We get it a lot from Christians and Muslims. Atheists just think we're silly for being religious but we don't push our beliefs on them so we're usually cool with each other.
Heathen
2007-12-25 16:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by Aravah 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't bother me, per se, that people do not adhere to my beliefs and I don't feel there is anything to handle unless criticism includes inaccuracies about my beliefs. It simply reminds me how dagnabbit fortunate I am to have found my way to this place I hold in my heart and in my mind. I correct inaccuracies if presented ~ if it's just heart felt criticism I listen and move on to the next subject.
That is not to say that others aren't fortunate as I believe various religions and philosophies are vehicles to attaining, perceiving and/or understanding the same one thing. Some like to get there fast and some like to mosey and really enjoy the ride. They all have purpose and my fortune is in having found the one that suits *me*.
2007-12-25 16:14:59 · answer #3 · answered by No Chance Without Yo Mama 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what you mean by "honest criticism." Maybe you mean "polite criticism?"
If you want to share your own beliefs with me, that's fine. And if you want to hear about my beliefs, I'll try to explain them, though it's not so easy to put them into words. But why would you criticise? Religious belief is a matter of faith. It's not "right" or "wrong."
2007-12-25 16:26:12 · answer #4 · answered by yutsnark 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how the criticism is directed. If it is being said angrily, in anger and hostility I generally just ignore it. If it is said heartfelt and sincerely, a person who has reflected themselves on what they are talking about...then I listen carefully to what they say and strive to understand their perspective by asking questions. I then take what I learn and reflect on it myself and do some research (if such information was provided). I always try to keep an open mind and to see things from multiple dimensions of perception.
2007-12-25 16:20:34 · answer #5 · answered by gabriel_zachary 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't take it personally. I know that they are criticizing God's Word, not mine. I also feel a sense of pride when they criticize or make fun of me. It's an honor to be on God's side and not with the world. I also realized something....you have to get to a point in your walk w/God that your love for God and His truth outweighs what others think of me. I've been at that point for about 4 years now.
2007-12-25 16:10:36 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Honest criticism I handle pretty well, as long as it is informed and respectful.
2007-12-25 16:50:01 · answer #7 · answered by Jack B, goodbye, Yahoo! 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just shrugg it off. Religion is a belief, and to be honest I think everyone needs to believe in something, whether it's Christianity, Buddhism, Islam, Sikhism, or Science; because we all need something, anything to give us hope to move forward in the future.
2007-12-25 16:08:54 · answer #8 · answered by Om... 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As long as the criticism is based on something factual, and not some feeling about what is, or isn't the truth, then I have no problem with it.
2007-12-25 16:13:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I explain myself twice, and then ignore the "honest criticism"
2007-12-26 05:25:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am always happy for an honest discussion. Especially because they don't seem to happen very often.
2007-12-25 16:08:47 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋