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In reply to the discussion: From slavery to sexism, how can Christians make amends for social sins? [View all]Manifestor_of_Light
(21,046 posts)47. It is the bible that YOU use as a moral guide. That's why I'm asking.
The bible is plain text with words we can examine and stories we can examine. And the most accurate translation I know of is the New English Bible, now known as the Revised English Bible. Had to read it in my college religion courses.
I don't know what's not respectful about asking that question. It would take all day because there are hundreds of examples of bad stuff in the bible. It's the book you're using as a moral guide, in whole or in part. I asked you what do you think of the cruel parts? You don't have to separate all those situations unless you want to. In general, what do you think of the plain meaning of the cruel parts?
You're the one taking offense at a reasonable question.
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From slavery to sexism, how can Christians make amends for social sins? [View all]
hrmjustin
Sep 2014
OP
I have found no definition of creationism that includes Adam and Eve never existed.
Manifestor_of_Light
Sep 2014
#8
Where did you get the idea that creationism means "We don't believe that Adam and Eve existed?"
hrmjustin
Sep 2014
#9
Well i take the bible seriously but i undersyand it was written in the context
hrmjustin
Sep 2014
#14
So you would characterize practitioners of Abrahamic faiths - i.e. Jews, Muslims, and Christians
el_bryanto
Oct 2014
#26
boy this does feel familiar - almost like . . . being in the religion forum.
el_bryanto
Oct 2014
#32
I believe in the life, ministry, crucifixion, resurrection, and divinity of Jesus Christ.
hrmjustin
Oct 2014
#34
You're the first person that's given me any answer to the question. Thank you.
Manifestor_of_Light
Oct 2014
#37
Hmmmmm - do you think your obvious disdain for their beliefs might influence how they
el_bryanto
Oct 2014
#35
So how do you apply mass murder and cruelty by God as a moral lesson for your situations?
Manifestor_of_Light
Oct 2014
#43
It is the bible that YOU use as a moral guide. That's why I'm asking.
Manifestor_of_Light
Oct 2014
#47
Asking if someone believe's that their holy work excuses and encourages mass murder is reasonable?
el_bryanto
Oct 2014
#48
I'm asking how do you interpret that evil that god does in your bible.
Manifestor_of_Light
Oct 2014
#49
Most of the values are pretty horrible. Like telling you you must accept Jesus or else.
Manifestor_of_Light
Sep 2014
#15