brennaanana
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it seams to me that religion is al most like a war...the Christians seam to want everyone on there side same for the Jews Muslims and so on...is it a war between you can have the most followers or is it faith?!
What do people belive about other religion?
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Alexandros
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That would be the monotheistic religions.
If you go way back when most civilizations practiced polytheism, people were apparently quite accepting of other religions and co-existed together just fine. Or so I hear.
If you go way back when most civilizations practiced polytheism, people were apparently quite accepting of other religions and co-existed together just fine. Or so I hear.
An academic pursuit...
An academic pursuit...
The study of major world religions is a valid academic pursuit so that one may have a better understanding of one's neighbors. In the final analysis, though, one lives one's own religion and it occupies one's life. There is comfort and stability in the practice of one's own religion. Christianity and Islam have been guilty of seeking to spread their religion by the sword. Unfortunately it has worked. Of course, the "means" define the "End". And zealotry has become the order of the day. I don't believe that the Jews seek to evangelize. Correct me if I am wrong. peace, bybee
An academic pursuit...
The study of major world religions is a valid academic pursuit so that one may have a better understanding of one's neighbors. In the final analysis, though, one lives one's own religion and it occupies one's life. There is comfort and stability in the practice of one's own religion. Christianity and Islam have been guilty of seeking to spread their religion by the sword. Unfortunately it has worked. Of course, the "means" define the "End". And zealotry has become the order of the day. I don't believe that the Jews seek to evangelize. Correct me if I am wrong. peace, bybee
psalm145v1
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As far as wanting everyone "on our side", we are told to go and make disciples. Even more importantly though, we are told to love one another. If you don't want to be a Christian, that's fine, we can still be friends (just don't expect me to be a closet Christian). I can't speak for Jews or Muslims but I am not at war with followers of other religions.
:think: Whatever it is, you'd better pray it isn't a spelling contest.
Or hope, depending on your outlook.
lain:Regarding this comparative religion question, I view any religion that teaches that it is unique in an absolute way so that anyone who is not a follower will merit eternal punishment upon death is bad religion - as in warped and evil and socially and psychologically retarded.
When evaluating religions, I start from there and then go on to compare and contrast the details.
When evaluating religions, I start from there and then go on to compare and contrast the details.
As defined by what standard?
lain:Don't worry, I don't expect you to answer. I realized after our last encounter that debate isn't your cup of declaration.
Unconvertable
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YOU may not be in a war, but I think it's clear that it's going on:
Belmont: over 10 000 people killed in feud between protestants and roman catholics(including having knees taken out with electric drill)
Belfast: More people are killed (I don't know how many)
Bombay(now mumbai):countless suicide bombings due to religious disputes with muslims and christians.
Spanish Inquisition: over 2000 people are burned at the stake.
and need I bring up 9/11?
Not to mention the numerous christians showing up at my door and asking if I would like to join their church. Then I say no, and they ask if I know anyone who might.
Nuff said.
psalm145v1
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I agree, there is a war for sure. I didn't say I'm not involved, just that it shouldn't be directed at the people.
For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12
And yes, there are many who claim the name of Christ and then go out and do anti-christ-like things.
As defined by what standard?
Don't worry, I don't expect you to answer. I realized after our last encounter that debate isn't your cup of declaration.
That's an understatement. You are just too kind, TH!
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The fact that you even have to ask such a question means you failed your Mensa test, goomba.
You go on my ignore list, boy wonder. Why don't you return the favor...[/QUOTE]
That's an understatement. You are just too kind, TH!
:chuckle:
And YOU are a suckegg. And another Mensa reject.
WizardofOz
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As defined by what standard?
Don't worry, I don't expect you to answer. I realized after our last encounter that debate isn't your cup of declaration.
:chuckle:
I'll have to go look that one up now!
You really are a flaming idiot. I don't believe for a second you know or have read enough about any of our beliefs to state anything.
However, feel free to give it a shot, Flamer.
psalm145v1
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It seems to me that we've all just proven her point.
I wasn't referring to any "beliefs" you particular goobers share, I was referring to the mutual admiration society you tooty-fruity-fresh-and-fruities have created amongst yourselves. It just seems to me that the next obvious step in your close personal love relationship will be sexual in nature.
And, like I say, I don't judge what consenting adults do in the privacy of their own homes.
Please- knock yourselves out. :rapture:
In other words, you have nothing to add to this debate other than insults and erroneous assumptions.
This is just too funny! I would like you back up your huge mouth and SHOW anywhere that I *judge* what "consenting adults do in the privacy of their own homes".
Other than breaking the law and preying on innocent children and minors, I couldn't care less what you or anyone else does behind closed doors.
Ha ha.
Well, to get back to the OP, I return to a paraphrased version of my previous unchallenged point that any organized religion that teaches it is the unique way to heaven and that all who do not bend the knee to it are deserving of eternal pain - such religions are mentally sick.
Can reasonable people agree on that? Does it need be debated, like flat earth vs. spherical earth, demon possession vs. germ theory of disease, evolution vs. rabbits out of hats? If not, then we can immediately move on to discuss the more positive aspects of organized religions.
Well, to get back to the OP, I return to a paraphrased version of my previous unchallenged point that any organized religion that teaches it is the unique way to heaven and that all who do not bend the knee to it are deserving of eternal pain - such religions are mentally sick.
Can reasonable people agree on that? Does it need be debated, like flat earth vs. spherical earth, demon possession vs. germ theory of disease, evolution vs. rabbits out of hats? If not, then we can immediately move on to discuss the more positive aspects of organized religions.
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