As has been said — if one could
reason with religious people there would be no religious people.
Nice try, Bill, but if you could
reason with religious people, there wouldn't be any religious people.
To quote Dr House, if you could
reason with religious people, there would be no religious people.
IDK why ppl constantly try to logically argue and
reason with a religious person... as a wise man once said, «If you could
reason with a religious person, there would be no religious people.»
Not exact matches
As a God - fearing soul - filled
person, I see no
reason to bargain
with atheists or their idiotic vestiges of palpable dogma they spew forth by their desicrating
religious faiths of abundant measures Teach your children well you parents of Atheistic dissention.
It is very like, as
with 99.9 % of
religious people, believe what's in the bible for a single
reason — you were taught to.
(For debated
reasons, high fertility correlates
with stronger
religious commitment, and recent immigrants in America are among the most likely
people to be devout.)
It's a lot harder, nearly impossible, to infect
people with religious stories AFTER they have reached the age of
reason.
That is one of the
reasons why west decided to take in to becoming
religious rather than secular since only
with that the tension might be reduced and not be considered as infidels attacking Islamic lands but as
people of the scriptures!
Yes: Wilson shows this
with abundant argument and convincing clarity, and there is no
reason why
religious and nonreligious
people can't agree about this claim.
Reasoning with people of faith is more tricky than the happiness one finds by abandoning their own faith in
religious delusion.
If
people are making up
religious belief systems entirely out of their imaginations it only stands to
reason that what one group of
people in one part of the world come up
with will be different than what a different group in some other part of the world come up
with independently.
Actually, many
people seem to think that a lot of
people who attend church do not follow Jesus, but merely attend church for their own
reasons, such as needing some sort of
religious system to identify
with.
If we look at Scripture and history, we see that the
reason God's messengers get condemned and criticized and killed is because they never go
with the
religious status quo, but instead, call on the
religious people to repent and change their ways, and abandon the foolish and empty chase after
religious rituals and regulations.
I know
people who for personal
reasons are for or against certain
religious / social / political issues who migrated to
religious groups which identify as Christian (and agree
with these
peoples» personal opinions) so they presumably might have an ultimate authority to support their opinions.
I believe in God, and I identify as a Christian, and this identity as a Christian has provided me
with the insight to know that
people who oppose gay marriage based on «
religious reasons» are just making excuses for their homophobia.
Secondly; for
religious reasons many wish to believe that God empathizes
with creation and that
people are not alone in the crush of experience.
Contemporary warfare has in fact taken the form of local conflicts, more often than not civil wars, in which no great alliances of nations are involved; these have been wars fought for
reasons based in local rivalries, typically inflamed by historical animosities, ethnic disparity, or
religious difference, rather than for
reasons of global Realpolitik; they have been fought not
with nuclear weapons (or, indeed, other types of weapons of mass - destructive capability) or the latest in military technology, but instead
with conventional weaponry, often of old design, and often limited to rifles, knives, grenades, and light, crew - served weapons which individual soldiers can carry on their
persons.
Religious reasons was the biggest share at 34 percent,
with «I don't believe
people should have sex before getting married» following at 28 percent.
The only
reason people are attached to the pagan junk is sentimentality and a
religious spirit which has nothing to do
with godliness.
Gary: The
reason I'm hesitant about your definition of «
religious» is because, as you say, your definition has everything to do
with your personal views and beliefs, and not as much to do
with how
people who call themselves
religious perceive themselves, nor
with the 150 or so years of academic research into
religious phenomena.
The
reason truth is basically useless (
with regard to
religious faith and exercise) is because
people do not KNOW the truth.
The needless / heartless slaughter of
people with different
religious beliefs alone, is one very good
reason to reject religion.
It seems to my perceptions that you might be having a personal identity conundrum... Speaking from experience; many folks seem unable to cope
with individualized rationalizing complexities... Giving up attempting, toward understanding social austerities which encompass individualism, gives
people their identification of oneness... Individualisms are set upon the relativities of quaint somberness issues in daily moderations...
Religious identities are as emotionalized labels giving people an ability to pause and reflect upon judgmental reasoning... Whether or not, religious agendas are servicing and served with ever those willing to
Religious identities are as emotionalized labels giving
people an ability to pause and reflect upon judgmental
reasoning... Whether or not,
religious agendas are servicing and served with ever those willing to
religious agendas are servicing and served
with ever those willing to serve...
The
reason the OTHER despotic rulers did nt kill
religious people, is because they did nt view those folks as interfering
with their power.
People of a skeptical disposition commonly suppose that because modern science has provided them
with a
reason to disbelieve the claims of religion, or because they think it has, modern science must therefore be the generating force behind secularization itself ¯ that historical progression, evident in the West since the Renaissance, in which habits and institutions are less and less influenced by
religious doctrine.
That being said, not many
people are aware of these anomalies on our planet since there is no formal teaching which questions religions and / or deductions of our archaeologists; for this
reason, we can not blame anyone who has been raised
with strict
religious doctrine wishing to display their
religious symbol.
The
reason that Atheists are putting up signs is because we really do feel sorry for the
religious people... Only my fellow Atheists would understand where I am coming from
with that statement..
It's worth knowing that outside of the
religious world, Jesus carries an enormous amount of clout, although it can be very hard to get atheists to admit this (they may have very good
reason to be angry
with religion, and you know how
people can be too fond of a worldview to admit other possibilities).
bk03 - The
reason why
people are so resistant to receive the word is because they are already quite satisfied
with what they already believe, be it another
religious tradition, or no
religious tradition al all.
Shouldn't logic and
reason be held
with higher regard then belief for a god which based on our laws should have no impact on choices made by that
person??? Why then do
people vote on a
religious basis and not merit, honor, and integrity?
This is a refreshing point of view from a Christian and my not being a
religious person will be able to recall this article when having the gay marriage debate
with Christians who are against it for
religious reasons.
Gil you have asked some very good questions why does bad things happen in the world i personally do nt know God did nt explain to Job either why he had to suffer.What i do know is that God desires that none of us should perish but that all would have eternal life in him through Jesus Christ.This world will one day pass away and the real world will be reborn so our focus as christians is on whats to come and being a witness in the here and now.Both good and bad happens to either the righteous or the sinner so what are we to make of that.What we do know is that God will set all things right at the appointed time the wicked will be judged and the righteous will be rewarded for there faith isnt that enough
reason for us to believe.Free will is only a reality if we can choose between good and bad but our hearts are deceitfully wicked we naturally are inclined toward sin that is another
reason whyt we need to be saved from ourselves so what are we to do.For me Christ died and rose again that is a fact witnessed by over 500
people that were alive at the time and was recorded by historians how many other
religious leaders do you know that did that or did the miracles that Jesus did.As far as the bible is concerned much of the archelogical evidence has proven to be correct and many of prophetic words spoken many hundreds of years ago have come to pass including both the birth and the death of Jesus.Interested in what philosophy you are believing in if other than a faith in Jesus Christ so how does that philosophy give you the assurance that you are saved.Its really simple
with christianity we just have to believe in Jesus Christ.brentnz
Though criticisms occasionally have been made suggesting that the paid - time
religious broadcasters are concerned primarily
with raising money, there can, perhaps, belittle doubt that the essential
reason why
religious broadcasters are in the business is for the purpose of changing
people's attitudes toward
religious faith.
peppered
with a great deal of regret and nostalgia.When I think of «the church» in the sense of a body of believers, for me, that is now a sense of uniiting
with people that is no longer dependent on
religious affliation.So, I can't really say,
with serious convicton, «I love the church» That said, I strongly identify
with reasons 1, 2, 7, 9, and 10 (well 10 from the audience / particpator position).
Its composition makes it especially suitable for use by
people with dietary, ethical, or
religious reasons to avoid eggs.
Some fans have become like
religious people who cant be
reason with, even when faced
with the harsh truths, which is that we have become average at best.
I'm fourteen years old starting my road to recovery and it's very fearing and to know that I have to live
with it scares the living daylight a out of me I can't speak much about my cognitive behavior therapy because I've only really doing assements but I'm writing this for myself and yourself I haven't always been
religious but in times of fear and need know that you aren't alone God is always there and even wen your in your worse state I usally just lay down meditate a bit and speak to my father God and he always gives me a sense of relief this past week I feel like I have been a constant circle of fear but I would always freak out and be scared for no
reason but just know that more than 44 million
people have this you are br alone and one day you will meet your savior Jesus christ he put you in a test of life and he's going to congratulate you, you must wait for him and on another note if any one knows how to deal
with the fear of the future or staying in a constant state please email me at
[email protected] thank you so much everyone and there is a recovery maybe but today or Tommie but you will overcome
Some
people, perhaps for
religious or cultural
reasons, believe that you shouldn't take fate for granted by filling your house
with baby products before the baby arrives safely.
Read the OSA's decision: https://humanism.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/AD2410The-London-Oratory-Hammersmith-Fulham-28August13.docx Read the BHA's previous press release on the OSA decision: https://humanism.org.uk/2013/08/29/schools-adjudicator-london-oratory-school-must-overhaul-admissions-criteria-after-bha-complaint/ Read the BHA's press release on the threat of judicial review: https://humanism.org.uk/2013/11/05/london-oratory-school-challenges-schools-adjudicators-decision-must-rewrite-admissions-policy/ Read more about the BHA's campaigns work on «faith» schools: http://www.humanism.org.uk/campaigns/religion-and-schools/faith-schools View the BHA's table of types of school
with a
religious character: http://www.humanism.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/schools-
with-a-
religious-character.pdf The British Humanist Association is the national charity working on behalf of non-
religious people who seek to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of
reason and humanity.
Read St James's consultation: http://www.stjames.tgacademy.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/finalconsultation.pdf Read the BHA's correspondence
with the Academy and Diocese: http://humanism.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/BHA-correspondence-
with-Tudor-Grange-Academy-Solihull.pdf Read Tudor Grange's affiliation agreement
with the Diocese of Birmingham: http://www.tudor-grange.solihull.sch.uk/images/docs/draftjul11.doc Read the relevant section of the Equality Act 2010: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/section/85 Visit the local campaign's Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/150736215077978/ View the petition against the plans: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/tudor-grange-admissions-policy Read more about the BHA's campaigns work on «faith» schools: http://humanism.org.uk/campaigns/schools-and-education/faith-schools/ Read the BHA's table of types of school
with a
religious character: http://www.humanism.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/schools-
with-a-
religious-character.pdf The British Humanist Association is the national charity working on behalf of non-
religious people who seek to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of
reason and humanity.
Read The Times report: http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/education/article3807588.ece Read the CofE's press release: http://www.churchofengland.org/media-centre/news/2013/07/secretary-of-state-for-education-calls-for-continuing-partnership-
with-cofe.aspx Listen to Michael Gove's comments at the event: http://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/data/files/resources/5093/130703-Lambeth-Education-seminar.mp3 Read more about the BHA's campaigns work on «faith» schools: http://www.humanism.org.uk/campaigns/religion-and-schools/faith-schools View the BHA's table of types of school
with a
religious character: http://www.humanism.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/schools-
with-a-
religious-character.pdf The British Humanist Association is the national charity working on behalf of non-
religious people who seek to live ethical and fulfilling lives on the basis of
reason and humanity.
Under the new program,
people with medical or
religious reasons for not getting vaccinated were required to wear a surgical mask, says Rakita, who is now at the University of Washington.
Dating is a stage of romantic relationships in humans whereby two
people meet socially
with the aim of each assessing the other's suitability as a Individuals may marry for several
reasons, including legal, social, libidinal, emotional, financial, spiritual, and
religious purposes.
This assembly uses film clips to explore the
reasons for a variety of cultural celebrations, and how young
people in films deal
with celebrations linked to
religious and cultural rites of passage.
This lesson deals
with a series of personal
reasons religious people give for believing in God
Monitoring the flow of funds, looking for a tribal... king... leader...
religious person... to suddenly abscond
with funds and live in the South of France, misses the major
reason why the
person became king, leader, priest; he (and it is usually a he) dispenses the largess to his friends and relatives per tradition.
Since Christian Horizons was operating its group homes for
religious reasons, the Court held that it was primarily engaged in serving the interests of
persons identified by their creed,
with resultant benefits to individuals
with developmental disabilities who live in their group homes and the families of those residents.
Actions aimed at the incitement of national, racial, or
religious enmity, abasement of human dignity, and also propaganda of the exceptionality, superiority, or inferiority of individuals by
reason of their attitude to religion, national, or racial affiliation, if these acts have been committed in public or
with the use of mass media, shall be punishable by a fine in the amount of 500 to 800 minimum wages, or in the amount of the wage or salary, or any other income of the convicted
person for a period of five to eight months, or by restraint of liberty for a term of up to three years, or by deprivation of liberty for a term of two to four years.
When
people speak of being legally separated in New Jersey, they may be referring to the fact that they have entered into a written separation agreement governing custody and a parenting plan and support (and maybe even division of property and debt); or where, instead of having the marriage dissolved, the spouses filed for separate maintenance (a type of support proceeding in New Jersey that results in the entry of a support order but not dissolution of the marriage) or for divorce a mensa et thoro (divorce from bed and board) that allows the parties to live separately while still remaining married (which some spouses wish to do for
religious reasons or, where the insurance plan allows it, to continue
with health coverage through the other spouse).