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Date: 2005/06/08 21:47
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By: Astrogemini
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It is so hard to defend something, with all the loonies in the world. If only we were allowed to turn some people away, but no we have to acceot everyone. D@#n. I was watching the news the other day and some woman killed her mother, because, get this "Jesus told her to do it". Yeah.  It wasn't even a simple stabbing or gunshot, no she sat on her mother's chest until her lungs collapsed, and I bet it didn't take long, the chick was huge.  The things people do in the name of religion, it's almost shameful. All I can do is hope she was part of one of those orthodox sects, and that's why she's so f*ing cracked up. 
That's it for me,
Greg. 
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/19 14:21
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By: hazza123
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this is possibly the funniest chain i've recieved, and pretyt much sums the general shittiness of the bible (apologies to those who believe 2000 yr old propaganda.....)
LEVITICUS
Laura Schlessinger is a US radio personality, who dispenses advice to people who call in to her Radio show.
On her radio show recently, she said that, as an observant Orthodox Jew, homosexuality is an abomination, according to Leviticus 18:22 and cannot be condoned under any circumstance.
The following response is an open letter to Dr. Laura, penned by a US resident, which was posted on the internet:
Dear Dr. Laura:
Thank you for doing so much to educate people regarding God's Law. I have learned a great deal from your show, and try to share that knowledge with as many people as I can. When someone tries to defend the homosexual lifestyle, for example, I simply remind them that Leviticus 18:22 clearly states it to be an abomination.
End of debate.
I do need some advice from you, however, regarding some other elements of God's Laws and how to follow them.
1. Leviticus 25:44 states that I may possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans, but not Canadians. Can you clarify? Why can't I own a Canadian?
2. I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus 21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her?
3. I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness - Lev.15: 19-24. The problem is how do I tell? I have tried asking, but most women take offence.
4. When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odour for the Lord - Lev.1:9. The problem is my neighbours. They claim the odour is not pleasing to them. Should I smite them?
5. I have a neighbour who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself, or should I ask the police to do it?
6. A friend of mine feels that even though eating shellfish is an
abomination - Lev. 11:10, it is a lesser abomination than homosexuality. I don't agree. Can you settle this? Are there 'degrees' of abomination?
7. Lev. 21:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. I have to admit that I wear reading glasses. Does my vision have to be 20/20, or is there some wriggle-room here?
8. Most of my male friends get their hair trimmed, including the hair around their temples, even though this is expressly forbidden by Lev 19:27. How should they die?
9. I know from Lev. 11:6-8 that touching the skin of a dead pig makes me unclean, but may I still play football if I wear gloves?
10. My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev.19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread (cotton/polyester blend). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? (Lev.24:10-16). Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair, like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev.20:14)
I know you have studied these things extensively and thus enjoy considerable expertise in such matters, so I am confident you can help. Thank you again for reminding us that God's word is eternal and unchanging.
Your adoring fan,
Natalie Vassilaka
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/19 23:44
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By: Trulymauri
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OMG, LOL,
Dont forget he fact that we arn't supposed to feciate eithe
^^ shit for those of us who don't speak fancy^^
The proud to be origanaly me, Mauri C!
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Date: 2005/06/20 00:51
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By: anpabo2003
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I'm actually kinda lucky. I'm Roman Catholic...but a lot of what the higher ups in the Church say finds a way of falling on deaf ears at my church...I mean my lil slice of heaven is pretty liberal....for a church that is....i mean what church do you know of has a lesbian couple that hand out the bulletins after mass? 
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/20 01:34
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By: glorioskes
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I'm a Catholic...I agree with most of the Church's teachings with no problem too-they're basically lessons on how to be a liberal. The whole gay thing can pose a problem, but I choose to ignore it most of the time, hehe.
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/21 01:58
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By: happy frog
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I have a religion that not many people have heard of. I'm a Unitarian Universalist. Because it is not that common most people need it to be explained to them. Unfortunately, it is really hard to describe. Basicaly it is a very liberal church that supports all people no matter how different they are. The vast majority is athiest and a good chunk of the congregation is gay. We basically belive that all people should be treated fairly and equally. We believe that if that is not the case in our society, then we need to do something about it. There is lots of stuff deeper than that but it's really hard to articulate well. Anyway, if anyone is looking for a good religion, check out a UU church. You will be very welcome.
I grew up in this church my whole life but I'm sure if I hadn't I would've ended up here. The values match my own and it has such an open, caring and welcoming atmosphere that anyone (maybe excluding homophobic, conservative, and racist people) would feel like they fit in.
All in all, I think this is a wonderful religion. Oh ya! It is not strict at all. You just show up and listen to a like minded minister.
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/25 16:10
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By: Astrogemini
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glorioskes wrote:
I'm a Catholic...I agree with most of the Church's teachings with no problem too-they're basically lessons on how to be a liberal. The whole gay thing can pose a problem, but I choose to ignore it most of the time, hehe.
This is an interesting view seeing as how the mainstream image of a Catholic is...conservative, yes I was going to say conservative.
This opens my mind to Catholicism All this time I thought I had it easy with Protestance. If not for the nuns, I'd be all over it.
I apologize in advance for those I've offended and take a bow for those who appreciate this comment (even though the people in that group are a rarity).
Yeah...I'm definitely stopping now 
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/25 16:19
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By: Astrogemini
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happy frog wrote:
I have a religion that not many people have heard of. I'm a Unitarian Universalist. Because it is not that common most people need it to be explained to them. Unfortunately, it is really hard to describe. Basicaly it is a very liberal church that supports all people no matter how different they are. The vast majority is athiest and a good chunk of the congregation is gay. We basically belive that all people should be treated fairly and equally. We believe that if that is not the case in our society, then we need to do something about it. There is lots of stuff deeper than that but it's really hard to articulate well. Anyway, if anyone is looking for a good religion, check out a UU church. You will be very welcome.
I grew up in this church my whole life but I'm sure if I hadn't I would've ended up here. The values match my own and it has such an open, caring and welcoming atmosphere that anyone (maybe excluding homophobic, conservative, and racist people) would feel like they fit in.
All in all, I think this is a wonderful religion. Oh ya! It is not strict at all. You just show up and listen to a like minded minister.
Hmm...one must wonder why if it's so awesome why it's not adveritsed.
It's just me (I'm an @$$) but this seems like another self-proclaimed religion. Now don't hate me but I think that in some ways this can be compared to scientology, but in more ways it could be more a meeting of outcasts more than a religious reform.
Forgive me for what I say, I spend most of my time partying. I hold my alcohol well, but I use any excuse to release any and all inhibitions.
Maybe it is, or can prove to be a real religion.
Till L8R,
Astrogemini
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/26 03:48
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By: SleazyNinja
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i dont see the purpose of it(most religions) anymore. and i also think it has strayed so far from its original purpose, to unite people, and begen to do nothing more then preach hate and great rifts between entire groups of people. but it has been this way for a long time.. during the american civil was, people used to bible to defend slavery, enough said.
anyways, this forum isnt about how bad the christianity is...
i choose to be spiritual in my own way. i take bits and peices form many different religions and use them to create my own beleive system, my own way to remain balanced and centered.
for example, i like the idea of the aboriginal medicine wheel concept of balanceing physical health, mental heath, spirituality and learning in your daily life.
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Date: 2005/06/28 09:33
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By: theFOXY1
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I wasn't raised with any religion, my parents were, but they broke off, all my aunts, uncles, gramps and grams are heavy religious, I personally think all religion having to do with god, christ, jesus, and stuff is just full of gits, (no offense to any mates here), I'm an atheist, though I've been looking into some buddhist stuff, and it's pretty interesting
FLOWERS!
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/06/28 22:54
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By: happy frog
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Astrogemini was sort of right. UU's are kind of outcasts of society. You could argue that its not a real religion, but what is a real religion/church? I see it as a group of people with similar values that meet together and are all seeking something. In some religions that thing is God, in others, such as mine, it is a sense of belonging and community. So I can see where you are comming from. 
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/07/07 01:28
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By: switchleap
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I'm christian (catholic to be precise) and let me tell you, I wasn't always the most religious person. However, I've found that I dont really need a chruch to be close to God. The only real reason for a church is to be in a community with other people. I personally enjoy going to church, not neccessarily for the spiritual aspect, but for the sense of family that I feel with other people when I go. At church, I'm not gay, straight, black, white, male, or female: rather, i'm just another follower of God celebrating the fact that I'm alive and well with other people. Who wouldn't enjoy that?
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/07/08 13:25
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By: Oblivious
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This might make some ppl mad at me, but it might not. Personally I think religion was started to explain what was then the unexplainable. But now with our technology we are starting to explain those things. For example I have a step-Mom who says that humans didn't evolve from primates because "we are too different" lol. Well duh we r different but our differences are outweighed by our similarities. Humans and primates have basically the same bon structure. The Christian religion (and others) say that God created man (Adam) and for Adam he made all the animals. What about the dinosaurs? There were no humans around with the Dinosaurs. I agree with the theories that all living things have evolved from single-celled organisms, some of which still live here on Earth. e.g. Achaebacteria can stand practically impossible temperatures and conditions. Scientists say that before the dinosaurs (way before) Archaebacteria was thousands of times more able to survive in hopeless conditions, such as no oxygen. What I am getting at is that perhaps some single-celled organisms were on a meteorite that struck the Earth. Now that they lived on Earth, they could grow and evolve thanks to the many resources we have on this planet, and as they evolved and could go more pllaces they found even more resources to be had. The result of ALL that was the millions of different creatures we can find here on Earth. Now before my fingers fall off, I end my comment.
Whew
Please Send Me A Message If You Argue (You Can Even Cuss Me Out If You Want) -Oblivious
If I only had a brain...
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Date: 2005/07/10 09:01
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By: Olly
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To be completely blunt... I'm a spritiual satanist.
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Date: 2005/07/10 09:01
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By: Olly
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oops posted twice. Sorry! 
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/07/18 18:18
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By: cubanpunk09
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i myself am babptist and a very strong one at that...i grew up in a catholic family but they never forced the religion onto me..i guess that why my fath is so strong right now...your probably thinking if my faith is so strong why am I on this site...well here's my answer I believe in Christ he died on teh cross for a reason, so we could all be happy and NOT be tied to the strict rules of the OLD testament, while homosexuality is a sin, so is being greedy, so is saying a bad word, but does that stop other people?....no..why?....because Christ died on the cross so we could repent our sins instead of forcing a lifestyle upon ourselves where we cannot sin which is humanly imposible...if I have offended you in any way with my comments I am sorry you have your beliefs and i have mine and will remain strong in my faith...ooh and another thing...just cuz i am strong in faith does not mean i go to church every sunday....seeing me at church on sunday is like seeing me at a gentlemen's club...just not happening
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/07/21 23:47
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By: Freakishhh
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I respect your beliefs, I just still dont understand how loving another person, regardless of sex can be a sin. I've heard it described so many times and in so many different ways, but for the life of me I dont get it.
-T0r!
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/07/31 12:27
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By: ashley1984
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I think that religion is a very personal thing to everyone, and as society has evolved, so have our beliefs and understanding of the universe. This means that we no longer need to go to church or to live your life exactly how a 'holy book' tells you to do.
We all share common morals and principles, and it is up to the individual to choose how to use their life, and also to love or hate.
I personally am quite a spiritual person in that I believe we are all connected as beings of love, and the more and more people who choose to live their life in a loving way, will mean a happier world for all of us, and we can all fulfil our potentials. I agree though that a lot of people see a stigma attached to the word spirituality or religion, and I have personally been bought up as a protestant, but
have explored other areas of faith until I found my own!! It has helped me to overcome hard times in the last few years, and your faith can be a valuable item throughout life.
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/08/02 03:16
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By: Trulymauri
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This gonna sound really weird but i'm shamanic, and don't u dare compare me to the cartoon. Yes i do wierd stuff, but think about it, the stuff christains, and jew's do seem friggn crazy to me.
The proud to be origanaly me, Mauri C!
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Re:Whats your religion ?
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Date: 2005/08/02 03:17
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By: Trulymauri
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This gonna sound really weird but i'm shamanic, and don't u dare compare me to the cartoon. Yes i do wierd stuff, but think about it, the stuff christains, and jew's do seem friggn crazy to me.
The proud to be origanaly me, Mauri C!
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