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Or is that not how you get into heaven? So many rules, I can't remember?
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on June 27, 2006 at 10:55 PM
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Wow! I got into heaven? And at the same time as Samhain_Moon?
You can't beat that my friend. 
But actually I meant you....getting into heaven for getting 10,000 reads.
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on June 27, 2006 at 10:42 PM
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JanesOpinion - there is not a flip side to this coin
This post clearly deals with the propensity of some people to use the bible as a means of justification for horrendous acts. This post isn't a comparison of the good things religion does versus the bad things that religion does but trust you to see it that way.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 9:34 PM
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On the flip side of the coin, to add a little perspective and balance
there are members of churches from all over the US who went to help the predominately black citizens of New Orleans recover from the hurricanes. And not only to New Orleans, but to other parts of Louisianna, Mississippi and elsewhere. In fact, one group that went was told by a non church attending person whose personal property had been destroyed by the hurricane "if it were not for the church groups and students coming to help, we would be in a lot of trouble."
So for you and our fellow bloggers, keep in mind that the KKK is one sick (but now very small) element of a religion that has been a blessing to thousands and I would dare say millions.
Congrats, Gomedome, on surpassing the 10,000 mark.
posted by
JanesOpinion
on June 27, 2006 at 9:15 PM
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Gomedome
I'm as crooked as a dog's back leg, so I'll take it. Yahoo!
Thanks 
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posted by
Lensman
on June 27, 2006 at 8:44 PM
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Gomedome
Christianity's hijacking, as you put it, is not alone. Consider feminism and other "isms." Those who are in it for the right reasons are eventually supplanted by radicals whose agendas are purely greedy, self-serving or hate-driven. It's a shame, but it happens. Those who annoy me the most, however, are the sheep who follow the radicals rather than staying the course of their own original, benevolent agendas.
posted by
Lensman
on June 27, 2006 at 8:43 PM
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Samhain_Moon - you can make the aquaintance of many nice people
on this blogging site. I have over the years.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 8:41 PM
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Lensman - how have you been?
I mentioned earlier that I was going to fix this like one of those crooked 50/50 draws where the winner is from out of town so never mind the comment just before yours, you are the 10,000 reader of this blog. Congratulations.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 8:40 PM
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I'm in awe. 
And humbled beyond words. Thank you. And while you may not know it GD, Sunny and I started a new relationship only minutes ago. I think this must be Divine Providence. With deep appreciation, Samhain_Moon 
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 8:26 PM
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Gomedome
I've always wanted to be the millionth customer somewhere, but it never happens. Maybe I can make 10,000th here
If so, I'd like a new BBQ, please.
posted by
Lensman
on June 27, 2006 at 8:26 PM
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Wow - I blew right through 10,000 all the way up to 10,007 in 5 minutes
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 8:24 PM
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Sunnybeach7 and Samhain_Moon - yep, you both rise up to heaven
for clicking on this blog.
And not bad postions in the rotation either. You are both at the point if someone is going to notice the movement in the right hand column, your name should just about be ready to come up.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 8:23 PM
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just make the cheque out to
cantey1975
posted by
calmcantey75
on June 27, 2006 at 8:21 PM
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What happens then?
Do you get into heaven for that?
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on June 27, 2006 at 8:16 PM
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Did I win???? Samhain_Moon
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 8:16 PM
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This Blog is 3 readers shy of 10,000 readers
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 8:14 PM
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cantey_1975 - yep, there is a grand prize
but it will be like one of those crooked 50/50 draws where the winner is from out of town.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 2:37 PM
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does the 10,000 reader win something?
posted by
calmcantey75
on June 27, 2006 at 2:34 PM
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This Blog is Closing in on 10,000 readers
It will happen within the next hour or so.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 2:33 PM
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Sunnybeach7 - this is probably the most extreme example there is
But it does illustrate where self righteous justification can lead to. The really scary part about this is that as the KKK developed into a fraternal brotherhood, it began enveloping many otherwise decent folk who choose to turn a blind eye to the element of violence that has always existed within it.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 2:02 PM
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gomedome
Good example of one of the many forms of hatred that can be backed up by the bible.
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on June 27, 2006 at 1:34 PM
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WOW....HOORAY....I made it!!! I saw myself rising into heaven! Bless you!!! .....ooops....sorry for that last line.....I got carried away. 
Samhain_Moon
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 10:05 AM
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....life is good!!!.....
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 9:33 AM
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Samhain_Moon - peridoically I edit the positions of the rotation
which is now becoming due. Unfortunately I have to scoot for a few hours to make a few bucks but will do the edit later today. For now your name is last in the rotation but will be bumped up to a higher position later.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 9:30 AM
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GD, You've made my day! I was going to ask to be included but, thought it would be too presumptuous of me. This is a dream come true! Samhain_Moon
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 9:26 AM
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Samhain_Moon - I meant to mention that regular commentors to this blog
is where I get the names of the "Little Furry Bloggers Rising into Heaven" . . . look for your name to appear there soon.
posted by
gomedome
on June 27, 2006 at 9:24 AM
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Every religion claims to be a religion of love; yet, too many followers condemn, hate, and demonize others. How can anyone justify such actions in the name of a God who is said to be the creator of all and who lives as a spark in every heart? Unfortunately, the history of religions is checkered under the very best of interpretations. Samhain_Moon
posted by
syzygy
on June 27, 2006 at 7:21 AM
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