Vezon Dash

This seems to be the predominant case here, as I, too, fall into this category. I know what I want, just not sure what I want in the relationship... That's what we mean. (Or at least what I mean) Once upon a time, I had a girlfriend. She was exactly what I wanted. She had right physical attributes, same religious background, a lot of the same interests, and other things I liked. I loved her, but something happened.... I don't really know. It has made me bitter, and it was scarring. I don't know if I'll ever be able to date another girl again..... /rant

Which is why I have never forced religion on other people. Sometimes I scorn others who do not believe, but that is not usually the case.

This seems to be the predominant case here, as I, too, fall into this category.

We cherry-pick the laws because the book itself says so. The first 5 books were written thousands of years before Jesus' arrival on Earth. Once Jesus came back, he changed the rules that we should follow. That is the difference between Christianity and Judaism (sort of). The Jews do not believe that Jesus was God, and therefore they do acknowledge the rules that Jesus put in place. That being said, they follow the older rules that Jesus made void. (Things like not eating pork, not doing work on Saturday, and other things of that sort) Nothing against you here, but that is one of the reasons that people like you do not understand the Bible. You have not read/studied it, and therefore you do not completely understand why some practices are observed and why some are not. It makes the Bible sound like a huge contradiction, but in reality it is a complete flowing piece.

As far as literal truth, I believe that all of it is. However, within the Bible there are parts that are meant to be left out. For instance, a good majority of the laws in the first 5 books are made null with Jesus' death. However, I can not speak for other 'Christians' out there because not everyone believes as I do. I am one of those 'hardcore/oldschool' religious people. (I will admit though, I'm not perfect)

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If you were to say that religious people attack theoretical science, then yes, I will agree. It isn't religion's fault as much as it is the individual's fault. The only times that I have ever seen science (Evolution in my instance) and Biblical creation talked about in depth at church was by a practicing scientist. So, as far as misinformation goes, there hasn't been much where I come from. However, I do believe that this is not the case in many situations. Misinformed leaders will undoubtedly spread misinformation solely on the fact that people will believe them. This is why I am selective with where I practice my religious activities. If there are unknowledgable people teaching/preaching/practicing, count me out.

But I don't need proof.

There is nothing in the Bible that attacks modern day science because it was written in the past. As for the magic part of my statement, I was giving an example of the kinds of 'sciences' that they Bible preaches against. I still don't see how you can say 'x causes y' is solid and 100% factual without evidence. Drinking water (x) causes lung cancer (y). Obviously since I said that 'x causes y' it must be true.

The Wall is healed by its Leftovers. 83

I had a dream that I killed a pure by the Wizards Tower. He had some awesome loot! I got: Amulet of Glory Saradomin Page 3 Saradomin Helm Saradmin Kiteshield 4k Blood and Death Runes Shiny Rhyperior 69 Noted Pedobears I shit you not.

It's less a 'must' from scripture, rather - it's the likelihood of these things happening because of the acceptance of biblical scripture. I'm sure there are some verses which actually does suggest oppression of science/education, but it'll be too time-consuming to be worthwhile. Science/education, particularly things like evolution, is likely to be oppressed because it contradicts with the biblical claims of creationism. Religiously inspired social pressure, and censorship is derived from organizations which have a motive to prevent others accepting a different viewpoint. We should be able to agree that the bible doesn't allow for much disagreement. There's even verses on the consequences of 'blasphemy'. I am writing this hastily, so I'll submit some corrections later. Until you find those statements, please don't make the claims. You are going back to the 'I can make claims without proof' thing again. Blasphemy against God is the one "unforgivable sin." The reason why? The point at which you denounce God, you no longer believe, and therefore you can not be forgiven be a God that you do not believe in. Believing in Evolution is not blasphemy as much as it is lacking faith in the Bible. It isn't like we aren't force-fed all of the Evolution shit in elementary biology anyway. And as for the Bible oppressing science, yes. It does. It oppresses dark magic and alchemy which were considered sciences thousands of years ago. The theory of Evolution had not even surfaced as a mainstream belief at the time that the Bible was composed. So before you tell me what is in the Bible, please read the book for yourself.

Looks more like "I love to talk" to me...

I've always wanted to hit up some churches, especially the ones in Europe.

^ I get lost in the mix even if it is deader than a doornail lol.

I'm sure that a Christian minority living in an atheist majority would feel the exact same pressures. Probably. But the point I was getting at is that it's not the religion he dislikes; he dislikes the people who follow the religion. There's a significant difference in my opinion. @Rob Which is kind of exact opposite of those who follow religion. Wait, what's the exact opposite of those who follow religion? I don't have any religious friends that dislike atheists. They may dislike atheism as an ideology (or lack thereof), but never a person because of their beliefs. Oh, okay. I wasn't saying that I personally dislike those who are religious, just in case it seemed like I was saying that. No. I didn't mean that one bit. I was more referring to Assume.

I'm sure that a Christian minority living in an atheist majority would feel the exact same pressures. Probably. But the point I was getting at is that it's not the religion he dislikes; he dislikes the people who follow the religion. There's a significant difference in my opinion. @Rob Which is kind of exact opposite of those who follow religion. Wait, what's the exact opposite of those who follow religion? I don't have any religious friends that dislike atheists. They may dislike atheism as an ideology (or lack thereof), but never a person because of their beliefs.

It doesn't happen very often as it were...

There is still the ugly duckling factor. The odd man out always feel pressure.

I'm sure that a Christian minority living in an atheist majority would feel the exact same pressures. Probably. But the point I was getting at is that it's not the religion he dislikes; he dislikes the people who follow the religion. There's a significant difference in my opinion. @Rob Which is kind of exact opposite of those who follow religion. @Assume Nothing If this is the case, why do you have so much hate for people who follow religion?

I'm sure that a Christian minority living in an atheist majority would feel the exact same pressures.

I would like specific examples.

I don't see the difference. Please. Enlighten me since you are so much more intelligent than 99% of the rest of us here in OT.

What part of Christianity causes ignorance? I'd like to know.