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Layla
Just passing thro' right now, 'cos I've got lots to do today. Thank you for your comment.
posted by
ariel70
on December 1, 2005 at 1:04 AM
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I have enjoyed reading these posts, Ariel...
It is nice to see others' viewpoints. And you say it well, also. I am not an atheist, but I, too, have struggled with trying to figure out what the "truth" is. (I always loved the X-Files and how the main slogan for the show was "The Truth Is Out There." 
) But I also liked your comments (here in the comment section) about how we all need to love each other and treat each other with respect. (I am not quoting--that was just the gist.) I could NOT agree more.
You do a nice job, Ariel.
~LB~ xo
posted by
Anony_Miss
on November 30, 2005 at 10:58 PM
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Thank You! I will be back to comment.
posted by
BrightIrish
on November 30, 2005 at 9:09 AM
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Flame
Thank you for your contradictory but courteous comment.
What particular part of my post do you take issue with? Or is it all of it?
I don't have a Bible to hand right now, but I assume that the Biblical references to which you suggest I refer are those concerning Creation. As I have long since shed any belief in Creation, I feel that it would be pointless to read the Biblical account of it once more, for it is as unlikely to convince me of its validity now as it was many years ago.
As you know by now, I do not deride Christian beliefs, nor Christians for holding them ; my strictures are directed solely against those who propagate hatred and intolerance, and persecute those who dissent from their views.
We are all, Christians, followers of other religions, and non-believers alike on a path to none may know where, and we all have a duty to love one another and assist each other along that path.
posted by
ariel70
on November 30, 2005 at 12:34 AM
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BaberRocks
Thank you for your comment.
The Bible, and indeed all written and oral religious teachings must of necessity contain many contradiction, and modifications and amendments to the original, for such revisions are made by fallible humans.
Thank you for your continuing support..
posted by
ariel70
on November 30, 2005 at 12:26 AM
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BrightIrish
Thank you for your comment.
I am not fussy about anyone printing or disseminating these posts in any way that they choose, for I feel that it is good for one's views to reach the widest readership possible.
I would appreciate your comments, when you have finished reading them.
posted by
ariel70
on November 30, 2005 at 12:23 AM
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Thomas
Thank you for your comment.
One does not have to be a Christian to attempt to lead a good life, loving and caring for one's fellow humans. I am sure that most atheists, like me, respect other people's beliefs, and are tolerant towards other people.
posted by
ariel70
on November 30, 2005 at 12:21 AM
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As for my beliefs, I am 'out there.' As humans we have all these high ideals all housed in the bible and how to live and be the perfect being. But, we are only mortal. I believe in God cause I hope that something is better out there then what I have here....TF
posted by
ThomasFranklin
on November 29, 2005 at 10:28 PM
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Ariel70
Hello.. I have been so busy over the holiday and havn't had time to read your chapters through and give them the attention that is needed. I am so interested in what you have to say in these chapters. I am printing them now and will have time soon to sit and read. I hope you understand! 
posted by
BrightIrish
on November 29, 2005 at 1:50 PM
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Ariel70
I have read with utter interest your post. I also know that, you are open minded and do accept contradictions. It seldoms happen whenever I read your post, but this time around, permit me please to say no to your thesis. And since you are a chrsoitian or a former, I will recomend you to read the Genesis Chapter 1:1 and Hebrews Chapter 3:4. As for the blogger who attempted to say that, the bible is contradictory, he/she had better be careful.
posted by
Flame-thrower
on November 29, 2005 at 11:12 AM
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Although the Bible says God created humankind in his own image, somewhere in Genesis it also says humans are inclined toward evil from childhood on. The Bible does make numerous contradictory claims.
posted by
babe_rocks
on November 29, 2005 at 10:50 AM
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