Originally posted by stellspalfieIt's all relative to prospective. Let's just leave it there,eh?
i think its possible for an individual to find things done by the majority bizarre, dont you? this does not necessarily make the activity of the mass bizarre. its all relative to perspective.
i would also point out that at one point the majority thought the world was flat. normal does not equal correct.
This is not going to be another 400post thread where 70% of the posts are between 2-4 posters 'debating' the meaning of some irrelevant term is it ??? I hope not . Cheeers
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by kd2aczThis forum is like a window into the inner workings of the mind of fundy isolationist Christians. It's like reading a newspaper written only by brain washed retards. One must know their enemy afterall and who is the enemy of the athiest if not Christians.
It's a question I have been wondering about for a little while. Why do atheist frequent a spirituality forum? It seems contrarian to me. Are there any atheists that can answer this honest question?
I know this is hard to believe, but, outside of Christianity, many other religions are actually tolerant of others and want to share their thoughts, feelings and beliefs in an open and enlightening fashion. This makes a refreshing change to "we're right, you're wrong" approach you'll finding coming from many of the Christian faction in this forum.
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by stellspalfieOk, not bizarre in an abnormal way, but, bizarre in that you disagree with it so much, personally.
i think its possible for an individual to find things done by the majority bizarre, dont you? this does not necessarily make the activity of the mass bizarre. its all relative to perspective.
i would also point out that at one point the majority thought the world was flat. normal does not equal correct.
26 Nov 12
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Originally posted by Hand of HecateThe converse could also be said, just as accurately.
This forum is like a window into the inner workings of the mind of fundy isolationist Christians. It's like reading a newspaper written only by brain washed retards. One must know their enemy afterall and who is the enemy of the athiest if not Christians...
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by Hand of HecateI agree with you.
This forum is like a window into the inner workings of the mind of fundy isolationist Christians. It's like reading a newspaper written only by brain washed retards. One must know their enemy afterall and who is the enemy of the athiest if not Christians.
I know this is hard to believe, but, outside of Christianity, many other religions are act ...[text shortened]... re wrong" approach you'll finding coming from many of the Christian faction in this forum.
Another question I have often asked myself is why?
Why are there so many different branches of Christianity?
If the message of Jesus is simple, then why are there so many different pieces
of the puzzle?
eg: Catholics, Protestants, Methodists, Baptists, JW's, Mormons, etc.
Is there not a one size fits all for the message of Jesus?
This is why I lean towards being an Atheist.
The argument that there is no God is far more logical than saying that there is one.
If he was there, then we would certainly know it without any ambiguity.
If he was real, then it would be one true religion instead of different religions and different branches within each of those religions.
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26 Nov 12
Originally posted by karoly aczelA limitation that may be mistaken for discernment is needing to use my wife's kindle while on vacation. (Also meaning I can't make moves.)
you seem like the kind of guy that is drawn to the most interesting threads on here (whether on this forum or others), but thats just my observation 🙂
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by johnnylongwoodyThe answers to these questions are simple. In fact I would guess that you've heard them before - assuming you've participated in these forums for more than a short time.
I agree with you.
Another question I have often asked myself is why?
Why are there so many different branches of Christianity?
If the message of Jesus is simple, then why are there so many different pieces
of the puzzle?
eg: Catholics, Protestants, Methodists, Baptists, JW's, Mormons, etc.
Do you want to know? Or, do you enjoy believing that the reason there are so many denominations in Christianity is because the messages of Christ are convoluted and probably wrong?
Let me know if you want the answers.
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by karoly aczelA well thought out response, thank you for the time to put it together.
I found it odd at first when I got here. Mind you it was my first time in a 'chat room', first time on the net ,actually. (I wanted to play chess after my initial porn fixation was satisfied (2-3weeks)....hey be honest, I've read the figures on how many people look that stuff up, plus now I could look at pics for free which cost 30-40buks a mag,but I di ...[text shortened]... age. Capice? (You will need specific questions if you wish to continue)
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by JS357I mean we are probably the best ones to know what we are thinking or what our motivations are. Are we always self serving are we all self serving? Do you not trust your inner being or do you think it to be deceptive?
I take more and more that I and by extension we are not reliable reporters on our motivations. Much of what we say is self serving justification even if we don' know it (although the people who have replied so far are pretty reasonable.) At least I think this is a dependable first assumption, not to simply accept things at face value.
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by karoly aczelWell your up to 6 of 28. 😉
It's all relative to prospective. Let's just leave it there,eh?
This is not going to be another 400post thread where 70% of the posts are between 2-4 posters 'debating' the meaning of some irrelevant term is it ??? I hope not . Cheeers
26 Nov 12
Originally posted by sumydidNot dissaprove, but I could see it turning into a lengthy thread with not much gain for any of the parties. Mind you, I could be wrong.
Huh? In what way do you disapprove with my reply.
I'm just saying sometimes I've thrown comments out there not realizing how much explaining I'd have to do to make my point clear.