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The belief in the theory of original sin is one of the reasons for soul suppression. We are made to feel guilty of something we know nothing about, and we are powerless to rectify it (unless we accede to the rest of the logic). Saying that we are sinners (who are, are!) is a psychological ploy to... Sign in to see full entry.

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Church teaching tells us that original sin is responsible for our present suffering. Adam, Eve and the serpent had their little tryst in the Garden, the 'forbidden fruit' was eaten and voila, we, the descendants, have to pay for all that. But...they were told to be fruitful and multiply! In any... Sign in to see full entry.

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Reincarnation is creation's method of giving us second chances. If you begin your spiritual salvage but cannot complete it in one lifetime, other future bodies are there! The Church seems to have edited out references to reincarnation from the bible. Hinduism, however, retains the teaching but... Sign in to see full entry.

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Religion has promoted mystical powers as evidence of spirituality. Christ changed water into wine, multiplied the quantity of loaves and fishes and walked on water. Powers (displayed) seem to be the criterion for admission into the holy hall of fame! Mankind seems unable to think differently. Powers... Sign in to see full entry.

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The idea that becoming spiritual is difficult is nothing new. The Yogis claim that for every 1 million triers only one succeeds. In Christianity, the view is the same, more or less. Matthew 7:13..." Enter ye in at the narrow gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way that leadeth to... Sign in to see full entry.