Sentences with phrase «upon the belief of»

Petaluma is built upon the belief of planting the right varieties for individual vineyards in regions where the varietals excel.
The Ferguson case totally repudiated the old reasonableness - due process test, the doctrine that judges have the power to hold laws unconstitutional upon the belief of judges that they «shock the conscience,» or that they are

Not exact matches

Once you decipher a person's motives, you can adequately show respect for their beliefs and, upon doing so have them listen to your point - of - view in a more open minded manner.
Comments: «Our cautious stance is predicated upon a belief that a number of macro uncertainties — the most important of which stem from long - term U.S. fiscal imbalances — will hamper earnings growth and constrain valuations in 2013.
Based upon my observations of hundreds of companies, I've come to the conclusion that corporate culture consists of the core beliefs of a company's founder and the executives who oversee the company's period of initial growth.
Forward - looking statements contained in this press release include the intent, belief, or expectations of the Company and members of its management team with respect to the Company's future business operations and the assumptions upon which such statements are based.
The more consequential the beliefs — that is, the more a person's well - being depends upon a correct understanding of the world — the more consequential the lie.»
Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of management and are subject to significant risks, uncertainties and changes in circumstances that could cause actual outcomes and results to differ materially.
Such statements are based upon the beliefs and expectations of Clean Harbors» management as of this date only and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially including, without limitation, those items identified as «risk factors» in Clean Harbors» most recently filed Form 10 - K and Form 10 - Q.
Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Macy's management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties.
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to: (1) comply with law or comply with legal process served upon us or our agents, representatives and affiliates, (2) protect and defend our rights or property or those of our users or (3) protect the personal safety of our users or the public.
Going against the grain of popular belief, Mr Buffett sees volatility and «old world» stocks as boons and frowns upon an over-diversified portfolio and excessive trading.
Religions are based upon a set of beliefs that held dear to one's heart.
I had in my heart and tongue the Name of Allah when ever I had fears, troubles or depression of any kind but from Jan 05 1995 when had lost my father and second brother in a car accident, it was the time I really felt am alone at age of 33 to face all the challenges my father has left upon me to run and manage among other partners therefore had been investigating the Quran as to understanding every word of it rather than to memorize it, have been did a lot of reciting verses of prayers begging God to look upon me and give me strength... am sure through such difficult times if I had no faith in God I would have perished and lost every thing long ago... Another thing my heart always gave me signs and my mind gave me logic of what to believe although have read many books abroad in my youth of many beliefs out of curiosity but could not belief in other than that God is one and Muhammed is his last prophet in all belief of the Quran he brought upon me / us in all that it says... Should mention at times had experienced dreams seeing signs and warnings long in advance of things going to happen A year or more before losing my father in a car accident I had seen him in my dream good bye wearing white cloth and going to board a tourist ship all crew dressed in white uniform rolling a red carpet on front of him and when was on the top of the stairs weaver smiling good bye... seen in another dream how or wealth will be stolen and what I will hold... so many things like that..
Many Christians are currently avid supporters of war, the death penalty, and using their political power to enforce their beliefs upon others.
Agnostics believe the existence of God can not be proven, but Atheism is a belief that centers itself upon the non-existence of a deity — and calls into question the multiple guides of morality, and spirituality that exist to support that belief.
The use of religious and cultural beliefs to encroach upon sovereign territory for political and militarily strategic placement is the reason, whether it's sanctioned by international policy or not.
Your entire frame of reference is based upon a set of beliefs that aren't even supposed to have a place in our Government.
In an earlier interview with the Press & Journal, Mr Movan claimed his constitutional right to practise freedom of religion had been «infringed upon» and that the police department had made «no accommodation» for his religious beliefs.
That was very interesting thing to read about and I respect every word it came with and Thank you for the guidance and encouragement therefore I find my self more attracted to read the old books after all they are the elder parts of our book what ever they say although each has his own belief and can figure which are similar to ours and which are not... after all verses seemed as ours although were put differently... Thank you again and wish all the Christians a Happy and Peaceful celebration for this occasion... our prayers and peace upon the soul and the spirit of the Prophet and Messenger of God Jesus the Son of Mary..
If you attempt to infringe upon the liberties and actions of others because of your beliefs, I have the obligation to demand that you provide verifiable evidence that your beliefs are based in fact.
Some use religious terminology to describe personal experience and belief but do not believe in any of it literally and reject all traditional notions of deity, relying upon cohesive natural law as «god.»
DO NOT be an apologist or accept the explanation «your mind is too small to understand the greatness of science» or «evolution moves in mysterious ways» when you come upon logical inconsistencies in your belief.
If you judge people solely upon their beliefs or based upon the group (s) to which they belong isn't that the very essence of bigotry?
I can assure you that upon death Mr Russell and yourself will be greatly disappointed, and will reap for all eternity the sorrow of your mistaken belief.
religion: 1: a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe 2: a specific fundamental set of beliefs and practices generally agreed upon by a number of persons or sects 3: a cause, principle, or system of beliefs held to with ardor and faith
- Doesn't fit considering there aren't a set of beliefs and practices that all atheists agree upon, the only thing that all atheists agree upon is disbelief in god, thats it, nothing else.
That's an indoctrinated belief placed upon a natural human reaction, just as much as the Hindu idea that good deeds only make sense in the context of people trying to improve themselves through reincarnation, isn't it?
Once they have recruits for a while they gradually reveal strange rules and beliefs based upon the book of Mormon which is another book that doesn't agree with the Gospel.
Dismissing religion as fairy tales doesn't address the fact that millions of people take their religious beliefs very seriously and make decisions and take action based upon those beliefs.
While this is a vile act — An act that spits on the beliefs of Anne Frank and the entire Jewish religion — one must ask, is this really worst than the thousands upon thousands of other Baptisms for the dead that the mormons perform?
However, the insult is in the explicit denial of the authenticity of Christian baptisms, on the basis of the Mormon belief that the power was lost upon the death of the original apostles, and was restored when they returned as angels and appeared to Joseph Smith, granting him authority which now resides only within the Mormon organization.
While the more educated may smirk about such articles, there is a lot of value in helping people analyze and understand the book upon which they place their beliefs, especially when it becomes legislation and policy that affects people outside the religious bubble.
The most trivial investigations show most of these beliefs are based upon shear fantasy.
The point is not trying to force people to believe the same as the atheist; the point is to respect all people, allow them to live as they believe best, and do not allow people in positions of power or government to force their religious beliefs upon others.
First, note the particular terms Schweitzer used: he said that the religion of love is not dependent upon belief in a «divine personality» (Gottespersönlichkeit) or «World Sovereign» (Weltherrscher).
According to Schweitzer's own words, then, the ethic of reverence for life is not founded upon a belief in a personal God.
The question is not as easy as it appears, but it is my contention that, mutatis mutandis, the ethic of reverence for life is not dependent upon a belief in God.
It was his belief that the ethic of reverence for life is not dependent upon a belief in God.
During last year's Albert Schweitzer Centennial Symposium at UNESCO in Paris, psychoanalyst Erich Fromm raised a pertinent question: «Is Schweitzer's religious ethic of reverence for life dependent upon a belief in God?»
A «neutral» law, the Supreme Court has explained, is one that does not «target -LSB--RSB- religious beliefs as such» or have as its «object... to infringe upon or restrict practices because of their religious motivation» (Church of the Lukumi Babalu Aye, Inc. v City of Hialeah, 508 US 520 [1993]-RRB-.
On August 31, 2007, the president of Clemson University opened a letter from the South Carolina chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union that read, «Coach [Tommy] Bowden... has abused his authority as... head football coach by imposing his strong personal religious beliefs upon....
If they insist upon forcing their religious beliefs upon all of their employees,..
But to demand that they should be able to force their religious beliefs upon all of their employees as a freedom of their religion,....
If you doubt the accuracy of the Bible, then how was a man named Job able to say with precision that «the earth hung upon nothing» (Job 26:7) some 3,600 years ago, since the most learned men even a thousand years later held to the belief that the earth was held up by elephants standing on the back of a giant turtle?
Most significantly, Duddington argues against the charge that permitting an increasing role for religion in the legal and political (i.e., public) spheres would necessitate the imposition of one system of belief upon another, by re-emphasising the argument that Christianity does not serve to generate a moral code, but rather provides a vehicle through which it may be discovered.
What religion offers: — The opportunity to avoid eternal punishment for not worshiping / believing in my god (not worried enough to care)-- An explanation for the universe and why we are here (I'll take the knowledge gained from the application of the scientific method, but thanks)-- Living forever in heavenly bliss (I am content with this life)-- The opportunity to divide humanity based upon different belief systems (There is enough dividing us already)-- Purpose, a code of ethics, and fulfillment (I have that already, without religion)-- Develop a personal relationship with god (I've never seen or heard from any gods nor have I seen any independantly verified scientifically collected peer reviewed proof.
When the power, prestige and financial support of government is placed behind a particular religious belief, the indirect coercive pressure upon religious minorities to conform to the prevailing officially approved religion is plain.
If saving faith is contingent upon belief only, then there would be no reason for the existence of verses that reference «the obedience of faith» (Rom 1:5; 16:26) and «faith working through love» (Gal 5:6).
It looks specifically at the impact of Jewish beliefs upon the pursuit of knowledge and the role of natural knowledge in encouraging interaction with other cultures and faiths such as Islam during the Medieval period and Christianity during the Renaissance.
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