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Originally posted by Alchemy
Yo-DUH seems to be a bit dim on the concepts of Buddhism, Islam, and biology. Calling science "a bunch of hooey" more or less signals his unwillingness to debate
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Alchemy
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Thanks for the critique.
I was not calling science "a bunch of hooey," you got that wrong. I was calling the theory of humans descending from one-celled microbes "a bunch of hooey." There is a difference
Evolution HAS happened in a sort-of-way, but not to the extent that agnostics and atheists are claiming. Different species of dog can mate, and look at what we have here, some sort of bizarre half-breed. Zebras and horses, Loins and Tigers, these are supposedly biologically compatible. But, the idea that we all happened through a process that was so delicate, and more than likely involved several different intelligent species developing, is a little insane.
Adding to that, why don't we have semi-intelligent apes running around? If we came from apes, or whatever evolution states we "popped out of," why have we not seen any ape species that have at one time started up the technological ladder? In the wild, without any training, the most sophisticated tool I've seen my "so-called ancestors" use was a stick, as an eating utensil. Don't you think there would be at least remnants of other "smart" civilization? I'm not asking for anything as complex as a computer, but something simple, such as sharpening something to be used as a tool...
I believe Buddha was a wise man, I believe that he did obtain much wisdom through his long thoughts while he starved himself, I believe that his teachings have bettered the people that have accepted them, and many of his teachings have great meaning and worth to them.
But, I also believe that he died of indigestion, and that I could better use my time by talking to my nice white textured ceiling. If he couldn't help himself, then what can he possibly do for me?
Islam, I do admit, I am a bit weak on. Their religion has changed a bit since I read about it last, and I'm a bit vague on the specifics.
I do know that they descended from Abraham's illegitimate son, Ishmael, and that God promised him a kingdom that would be wild and untamed, and he would like at odds with his kindred (and a "thorn in the side of the Christians").
The God of Islam (whatever
it's name is at the present, last time I checked it was Allah) is supposed to be a "fair judge, but far away entity." You are aware of him, and him of you, but you never interact. He is often swift and will, according to the Qur'an, "destroy evil nations in a heartbeat." Hmm, I think Allah has a slow heartrate
This is a striking contrast to "The Christian God," who is loving and caring for his people, who is with us all the time, and very companionate. Forgiving our every transgression.
Comparing the two is unthinkable. Allah is portrayed as an uncaring dictator, no more.
And the way they treat the women is insane, I'm sorry if you're personally a Muslim, but honestly. All
people are created equal. Women are not meant to be used as just maids/breeding stock/prizes, they have just as much capability to learn and make decisions as men do, if not more
I won't go into the Jihad and all that extremist terrorist stuff. I think it is great that they all want to blow themselves up! In fact, I encourage it! But could they please
NOT do it around other people
I quote Joshua by saying "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." If you have a religion that you are totally devoted to, or you really believe that we are all descendants of termites, all the more power to you. I am happy you are happy. But, the difference is I know the future of my eternal life, that being heaven. I would hope to see you all when I get there