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What will eventually replace religion? I like to look at it as Joseph Campbell did. Religions may play a social and psychological function, but when we interpret them as historical facts, they don't work properly. It is my hope that by utilizing the scientific method we will eventually be able to move past this mistake and religion will be relegated to a position where it belongs; to be discussed, and interpreted, retold and...

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Being Agnostic is just an excuse to do as you please and thus sin. I take this agnostic thing as nonsense, you either believe or you don't. I don't think you know what the word "agnostic" means. You said in your question, "...you either believe or you don't." Agnosticism has nothing to do with belief, it is a question of knowledge.

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Are you a.... "There are over 270 religions in the world http://answers.ask.com (accessed May 14, 2012). Proud to be " None of the Above!"

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Is there any point in being an Atheist? FYI, "atheist" and "atheism" should not be capitalized.

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When a theist decides that conversion to atheism is better for them -does anything change about the person? How exactly does one "convert" to atheism? There is no belief system, dogma, or practices to learn and/or accept. A person can, hypothetically, not change at all, except they drop a single belief.

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Is there any point in being an Atheist? I think a better question would be why we have a word to describe a person who lacks such a belief.

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Do you think humans are at the top or bottom of the evolutionary scale...animal section? They supposedly have greater potential..do they? There is no scale. Every species alive today, with only a few possible exceptions, are at the top of their own respective scales. We have all had equal time and we have all proven to be the best for our own respective environments.

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Why am i losing my faith in god? I had a strong faith but now it is going away and i am realizing that god seems outrageous. Consider it a blessing; faith is not the virtue it is made out to be.

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Have you ever doubted Jesus Christ existed at all? I am quite confident that the biblical Jesus did not exist.

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"Change you can believe in" Does it sound sarcastic now? I'm not sure sarcastic is the right word, but I am a little disappointed that the changes are so watered down.

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Is things like harry potter and vampires a slight against God? Only if your God has really thin skin.

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Are more enlightened societies becoming less religious while those where poverty and superstition reign remain more religious? That sounds about right.

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What was the forbidden fruit God told Adam and Eve NOT to eat? Knowledge of Morality

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When would you take a leap of faith? Why? I hope I never have to. Faith is a dangerous concept that our world would be better without.

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Did you know that evolution is just a theory? No, you are wrong. Evolution is both a fact and a theory.

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Is Mitt Romney a "self made man"? Is there even such a thing anymore in this globalized automatized mechanized economy? I think you would be hard pressed to find a true "self made man." Everybody uses external support.

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Pro-choice, do you believe in eugenics? Do I believe in eugenics? I believe it is something that can happen, but i am not in favor of it.

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Atheism is like a way station for anyone discouraged , grieving, exhausted, angry or disillusioned. Beyond the waystation, ...........? Disagree. Atheism is what happens when someone says, "nah, I don't believe that." It has nothing to do with discouragement, exhaustion, anger, etc.

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are immoral acts immoral because god says so or because they are innately immoral? That which we agree is immoral, is so because society has determined them to be, not because of any innate properties or divine decrees.

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Besides cults, such as Mormonism and Scientology, will there ever be truly new religions? Give is a few hundred years and some of what we call cults today may well be considered proper religions.

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Agree or disagree - Abortion is the greatest sin? Disagree. Sin depends on the existence of the divine to define it.

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Is it considered rude and inflammatory to ask questions about atheism? In general, no. However, it is possible to ask rude, inflammatory questions about just about anything.

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What Accounts For The Diversity Of Languages? Human minds separate by distance and time.

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Are Deists theists or atheists? Since they don't believe in a personal, theistic God, they are atheists.

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Religious people and atheists: What are your thoughts on this short strip's depiction of a "atheist apocalypse"? Where do I sign up for that "apocalypse?"

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Would it matter to you as a religious,atheist or agnostic person if your kids don't from your belief system? I'm not really sure how this applies to me, because I really don't have a belief system. However, it is my intention to teach my daughters HOW to think, not WHAT to think. From there, its up to them.

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Do you think atheist need more faith then Christians to believe that in this whole universe there is no God? No, it doesn't take any faith to admit that you don't know. There is much more value in admitting ignorance than simply declaring, "God did it!"

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Is a "spiritual atheist" a contradiction in terms since atheists do not believe in spirits/ souls? I am an atheist who believes in the spiritual; it all depends on how you define "spiritual." There isn't really a black and white definition.

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Do atheists mind getting help from Satan in advancing their worldview and social agenda(s)? I'm kind of disappointed to see you trolling.

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Is a "religious atheist" a contradiction in terms? Not necessarily, there are atheistic Buddhist and I have heard of atheistic Jews. Also, one can always be speaking using poetic license.

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The roots of atheism is based on religion. Without religion, there wont be any atheists - Agree or disagree? False, without religion everyone would be an atheist. Non-belief is the default position.

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In the Atheist non-belief system, is believing in Astrology considered a "sin"? There is no such thing as an "Atheist non-belief system," or any sort of atheistic system for that matter. Believing in Astrology wouldn't be a sin since the idea of sin requires belief in the divine. However, I would imagine you would be hard pressed to find a modern atheist that believes in Astrology since they would be rejected on similar grounds.

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If God isn't real, then how come alcoholics get better when they do the 12 step program? For those that actually do get sober, it is because they did it themselves. God is a placebo.

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Atheists: If you don't want to accept a book supposedly written by "fallible man" as truth, then why don't you reject your textbooks too? The writers of textbooks don't claim to be omnipotent, therefore they needn't be rejected for an error. One of the strengths of the scientific method is that it is self-correcting, and other scientists are always able to check your work. Therefore, anything we know is up to being challenged and corrected, unlike holy books that are not allowed to be challenged. I doubt anyone rejects the bible...

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Do you think Darwin was an atheist? http://youtu.be/yDdaStk5SEM I'm pretty sure he was a Christian. Wasn't he studying to be in the clergy?

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What is the feeling when you are dead and when you are going to die?! When you are dead there is nothing. If we knew when we were going to die this would be a very different game.

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If you have a concealed carry permit (not sure which states allow this), do you feel odd carrying a weapon in public? I had a concealed carry permit in Washington State, not because I wanted to carry, but because it was their standard gun permit. I never actually exercised my right.

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Jehovah Witnesses do not believe in eternal punishment. What are their views on Rev 20:10? (scripture in description) I'm pretty sure the see the lake of fire as being symbolic.

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Atheists, how would you feel if I told you, because of your atheism, "You have my heartfelt sympathies" or "I feel deeply sad for you"? I would feel that you were trolling for a particular response.

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Is there a more hated name then Judas? You know anybody with that name? How about the name Satan?

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why isn't astrology not considered a science In order for astrology to be considered a science it would have to make specific predictions that can be verified independently.

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What is wrong with feminist? Nothing so long as they don't go all anti-men. If they go too far they are no better then the misogynists they fight against.

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Common sense, lead to solid inferences, life only comes from life, intelligence from intelligence, what more "evidence" does one need? You are right, all of this is evidence that our world is being dreamed by Vishnu.

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Why would a person remain with a religious group when it is clear that what is taught is not in agreement with God's Word? Someone might stay with a religious group because leaving it would cause them to be ostracised from their family and every support group they have grown up to know. For instance, when my sister left the Jehovah's Witnesses, my parents wouldn't talk with her and neither would any of her friends. This type of life is very difficult, especially for someone that was brought up in a particular...

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Why is it that when humans die of old age they have used up a neglible percentage of their brain capacity, what does this infer? What are you talking about? Humans use their whole brains, although not necessarily at the same time. The "humans only use x% of their brains" thing is a myth, and is untrue. Therefore, the point you are trying to get others to draw is bunk.

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Why is it that only humans have a spiritual need and a sense that there is more than what the present life offers? How do you know your dog doesn't have spiritual needs?

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What is the best way to instill Faith in kids? Please don't. Don't burden your kids with the baggage of your own broken thinking.

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If your Dr. has faith can you really believe in him? I don't want my doctor, my pharmacist, my kids teacher, my mechanic, my elected officials, or really anyone for that matter to make any decisions based on faith.

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Obama says "Legalization is not the answer". Whats your answer to the War on Drugs? Stop waging the war.

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Atheists, were you brought up in atheistic homes? Or did you experience some epiphany that brought you to atheism? I was raised in a Christian home, but had two problems early on with the religion. One is that there was no room for dissent. I naturally distrust anything that doesn't allow a competing opinion to be voiced. The second is that it didn't pass the sniff test. I think this original distrust kept me from being properly indoctrinated to the point where I couldn't think for myself. As an adult, I...

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Is not creation, plant and animal life, enough proof for a Creator? If there was a creator, he did a piss poor job.

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Why do we age, get inflicted with disease conditions and die, at what age is the peak bone density achieved? Genes only purpose in life is to reproduce themselves. In the case of human genes, they do that by building a person and using their body to pass on copies of themselves. Once that is done, there is no reason to keep the body alive, from the perspective of the genes. However, the body then goes through the rest of its life as it sees fit.

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I've been toying with the idea of dropping cable for Netflix/Hulu/Amazon or similar services. What are the best services/devices to use? When we moved into an area that our cable provider didn't service, we dropped our service and haven't looked back. There are a few TV shows my wife watches online, and I don't miss it at all. My wife goes straight to the network (CBS, ABC, etc)websites to watch her shows. There are fewer commercials and she can watch on her own schedule.

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Guys:How do you feel after you have been in company of a beautiful woman? No different than I feel after being in the presence of a homely woman. Now, ask me how I feel after being in the company of a brilliant person and I will tell you that I glow.

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Today's computers are 10,000 times more powerful than those in 1969. So how come now we play "Angry Birds" and then we went to the moon? The real reason is that the US was afraid the USSR would beat them there and have the high ground in an attack. They beat the US into orbit and they were determined not to let the USSR beat them to the moon. We have the ability to go to Mars, in fact, we have sent unmanned probes farther, but we lack the drive, the impetus, to move forward. I read the Japan has a 50 year plan to put a base on...

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Why should you have to go to hell for being gay? You need to ask yourself why an omnipotent being would care who you love, especially after he made someone gay.

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Why do you have to change your last name when you marry.It's just a name,shouldn't make you more or less connected. You don't have to change your name when you get married, its just traditional in many cultures that the woman take the man's family name.

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Is there something about AnswerMug.com that makes it better than AB? I went and checked it out, not terribly exciting. Part of what I like about AB is the vast wealth of different opinions we have here. I understand that every similar site will have small membership at first, but as of now, AM doesn't meet my needs.

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Is the art of "cursive writing" going the way of the dinosaur? Haven't sighted it in years. It seems that way. I do a combination of printing and writing on the rare occasion that I have to pen something by hand. Really, other than signing one's name, what is the use?

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Natural selection is bunk !! If it is true, .. then why do we still have ugly people ??? You aren't talking about natural selection as a whole, you are talking about sexual selection. There is more to reproductive fitness than looks my friend.

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Is the respect we give a reflection of the respect we expect or deserve? Sometimes, but not always. In my book, everyone starts with a baseline of respect. From there, you can gain or lose. That baseline is reflective of the respect everyone (including myself) deserves. However, I wouldn't say that I expect it; I've been disappointed too many times.

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Bartenders now card everybody, even 50year-olds. This didn't happen before. Are we being softened up for a more intrusive police state? No, as someone who works in retail and is involved with the selling of age restricted products, I can say that it is initiated by a fear of penalties. Well intentioned law makers pass laws that provide strict penalties for selling alcohol to minors. Not only are the establishments charged, but the individuals too. If I accidently sell alcohol to a minor, my employer gets fined but I get...

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Newt Gingrich says Fox news biased in the tank for the Republican establishment & Mitt Romney.What do you think of this statement? Someone needs to explain to Newt that Fox News is always "Fair and Balanced." lol

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What if Jesus and Muhammed both came back on matching horses in the sky? Wouldn't that be kind of awkward? If that were to happen it would seem to suggest Islam, wouldn't it?

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If Adam and Eve created the people that created us, shouldn't we all be related to each other on this Earth? We ARE all related to each other, in fact, we are related to every living thing on this planet.

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Have you ever committed a sin? No. Sins require the divine to define them. If there is no divine, there are no sins.

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What is the reason behind God's silence? I'm putting my money on a lack of existence.

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Without quoting a dictionary or the Bible, what do YOU think is the difference between "spirit" and "soul"? Are they the same things? They are one and the same; they are what is created by the synergy of our large frontal cortices.

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What is your philosophy of music?Do you think music is just for entertainment?have you ever thought about it?or just listened what sounds The music I listen to depends on my mood and my activities. Sometimes I just want to hear something, and I go with dance mixes, some times I want to listen to something, so I go for something with quality song writing, and some times I just want to feel something so I go for something with moving music.

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A world authority on narcissism, Dr. Sam Valknin, says Obama is not a typical narcissist ? Assuming you speak of Sam Vaknin I am interested to know your sources. According to my information, Dr. Vaknin, who has a doctorate in Philosophy, himself states that he is "not a mental health professional," and that "only a qualified mental health diagnostician can determine whether someone suffers from Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and this, following lengthy tests and personal...

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Do you believe you need to be religious to have morals? No, in fact I suggest that one who gets their morals through their own mental effort is more moral than one who has their morals handed to them.

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How many people would believe we could win a war against extraterrestrials who came to earth? Surely they would have better technology? Judging by the difficulty of getting from one star to another, I would have to suggest that IF an alien race is able to get here, and IF they chose to be aggressive, there is a good chance that they would be able to own us.

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Would you pull down a church to build a hospital? In a heartbeat.

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Do you think being sociopathic might help one become rich? http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=how-wealth-reduces-compassion Without reading the article, I think it is entirely possible. One reason I HATE participating in our capitalistic economy is that I have empathy.

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whats your most informative and trusted world news source? *Doesn't have to be television news...I couldn't find a better category. The Economist

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Whos your favorite harry potter character and why? Pigwidgeon!

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Could the great variety of lifeforms on earth ALL have come about by chance, yet, intelligent man, cannot duplicate a unicellular lifeform? You are right that the great variety of life on Earth is very unlikely to have come about via chance. That is exactly what evolution says; I'm glad to hear that you have actually learned something about this great theory you are always bashing.

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Why do you rightly attribute a crude ancient arrow head to its maker yet you do not acknowledge the Maker of yourself? My makers are my parents, they live in Minnesota. I attribute a "crude ancient arrow head" to an ancient human because there is evidence that supports the existence of ancient humans.

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Do our vision, tastebuds, and brain point to a thoughtful loving Creator? Does an ancient artifact point to a human creator? Why does our vision only see in a tiny band of the electromagnetic spectrum? Why are our eyes built backwards? If there was a creator he created us with terribly defective eyes that are nearly blind. Regarding your second question, an artifact is defined as a human creation, so yes.

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Does time without intelligent input achieve anything worthwhile, then why not believe in an Uncaused Creator? Why not believe? I can't believe unless there is evidence. The rest of your question [statement?] is irrelevant.

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Why is it that life thrived best in conditions prior to the flood[as experiments prove], yet, Evolution could not compensate for the changes There was no global flood. However, if there was, evolution wouldn't have been a factor because it works on timescales longer than a rising flood. IF you knew anything about evolution you would understand that.

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How can you scientifically prove the theory of Canada? I suggest you try direct observation. Make sure you have it corroborated. Take a couple of friends, get in a car and drive due north, although you might have to veer a bit east, there is a big lake in the way. If you stay on the roads you will get to a little gatehouse where they ask you all sorts of questions and will want some identification. If they let you cross, you will be in Canada.

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Some people are only as brave as the loaded weapon they hold. Is being armed to kill the same as being brave? No, being armed is not the same as being brave. The weapon is just a tool; it might make one more brave or it might be a shield for a coward to hide behind.

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Why are religious morals considered better than non-religious morals? They aren't. In fact, I would argue that figure out their morals via their own brain sweat are more moral then those that accept those they were handed.

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Ignore truth,keep repeating a lie and soon even you will believe it. Pretend long enough and you lose all touch with reality. Inevitable? I wouldn't say it is inevitable, but it is very likely to happen. Eventually, the human brain will allow hearsay to corroborate other hearsay, that is, unless there is a conscious attempt to utilize a skeptical approach to the world.

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There may be differences in the DNA of Cons and Libs...GOP and Dems! That explains everything, doesn't it? We're born that way,right? I wouldn't be surprised to find out that there can be conservative or liberal leanings in our genes, but I would need to see some research first.

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Why do JW's continue to have Easter if Jesus came in1914? 1 Cor 11:26 states "... proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes" What JWs celebrate Easter?

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Are Jehovah's Witnesses actually, Henotheists with a polytheistic view? I think you are confused about what JWs believe. They believe Jehovah is the almighty God and Jesus is his creation, not another god.

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In utopian societies where machines do all the work has anyone figured out how people get paid? In a utopia, there would be no money and no economy, at least as we see it. Each would take according to their need.

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Who are you happy you never had any children with? Why? My Ex-wife. It wasn't until I was out of that debacle that I realized I was in it.

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Do you feel that you understand God? Why or why not? Of which God do you speak?

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Should pregnant women be allowed to drink alcohol? Pregnant women are allowed, so its sort of a moot point. I, however, don't think they should. While there is mixed research on how much damage one or two drinks will do to a fetus, it is very clear that different women have varying levels of enzymes that break down alcohol the chemical makeup of a pregnant woman is very different from the makeup of a non-pregnant woman. Given this, there is no...

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How do you feel about people who have rejected the Bible after believing it for years? I would feel happy for them.

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one can reason with many criminals, except drugged ones. You agree? That depends on what drugs they are on...

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What should be the minimum amount of education that someone is required to have before he/she can become a police officer? Why? Police academy graduate. I feel that having a Bachelors with a strong foundation in liberal arts would make a better candidate, but at the very least they must be able to get through the academy.

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Can a relationship or marriage go well with it entirely based on companionship and no romance? Possible, yes; likely, no. In order for this two work, both individuals must be devoid of romantic interest. Otherwise one of the two will either stray or be permanently unfulfilled.

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If a LIE was so convenient and comfortable would there be any point in trying to persuade them of the TRUTH ? I agree with Mr. Sagan: "For me, it is far better to grasp the Universe as it really is than to persist in delusion, however satisfying and reassuring."

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Is it Quakers who punish by shunning people? Do other groups do it too? Have you ever done that to anyone or had it done to you? Why? I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness, and although some of my JW friends here might disagree, they practice shunning. I believe the rule is no personal contact; if you have professional contact, that is OK. Depending on the circumstances, you might be allowed to offer encouragement. When my sister was kicked out, my parents didn't talk with her for about two years. She would call, and my mom...

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as a child I was very devoted to Christ.I used to faste during lent,and good friday we cleaned house,fasted,went to church.How about you? When I was a child, I went to 5 church services per week and was very active in the church. My life literally revolved around the church. All it taught me was to distrust the church. I have since taught myself discipline and values.

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How much pain would it cause you to have an Atheist child or Atheist children? Why? None at all. In fact, I have two children that don't believe in any gods. One is 19 months and the other 3 days. I plan on helping them learn how to think, not filling their heads with what I want them to think. If they choose to follow a religion later, I will be a little disappointed, but I will love them.

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How do you handle feeling directionless in life (if you ever have)? Like you can't see where you're going or the purpose to anything... I started off by thinking that a lot of people probably feel that way, they are just scared to let others know so nobody talks about it. Once I had actually accomplished something, I realized that I still felt that way. Therefore it wasn't the accomplishment, but rather the need of a direction. Regarding direction, you have two choices: have someone give you a direction (that may or may not...

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Are you right handed are left handed? If you have kids, are they mostly right handed, left handed or do you have both right handed and left handed kids? Where your parents right handed or left handed? Both my parents are right handed, both my wife and her parents are right handed. Neither of our daughters have shown a preference yet (they're too young).

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Girlfriend beat up sister, I'm confused as to what to do in my situation. As much as I want to, I can't be there for her. This depends on what you mean by "beat up." If you mean she hit her once or threw a pillow at her, let it be. Try to calm the gf down and relax. If we are talking a severe beating that lasted many blows you should call the police. Girlfriend or no, you can't look past assault.

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Are prayers just whispering into the abyss? Not exactly, but almost. Prayer and meditation can create changes in the brains of the prayer/mediator. However, those changes are limited to those minds and what those minds choose to do.

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Should we educate people about delusions and wrong thinking or should we just let people believe nonsense? When delusions and wrong thinking begin harming people, it is our duty to try to educate people.

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I am convinced that Islam is an evil cult religion created in the late 7th century by a self-proclaimed narcissistic prophet called Muhammad...can someone factually explain me wrong? I wouldn't bother trying because I think you are pretty much correct. The funny thing is that Islam shares so many traits with its cousin Christianity.

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Are you a Christian? Why or why not? No, I am not. I have no need for that mythology.

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When someone asks so many questions in a row... isn't it a little obnoxious??? Does it reduce your desire to answer their Q's? Only if the questions lack content or if they are one question glossed over with different flavors.

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do u believe in miracles ? Nope.

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Richard Dawkins asks: "Is Religion Child Abuse?" Yes, it is. At least the kind of religions that I m most familiar with. Any ideology that not only tell children what they are based on artificial labels, but also ingrains the idea of faith being a virtue is damaging to a child's future. I don't think it would be too much of a stretch to call such things "abuse."

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Richard Dawkins asks: "Is Religion Child Abuse?" Yes, it is. At least the kind of religions that I m most familiar with. Any ideology that not only tell children what they are based on artificial labels, but also ingrains the idea of faith being a virtue is damaging to a child's future. I don't think it would be too much of a stretch to call such things "abuse."

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True or False: Everything you have is just a loan from God? False

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Could mindlessness be responsible for the first lifeform on earth, and if so, what is responsible for its survival and reproduction? I don't see it as likely that "mindlessness" is responsible for life on Earth, but it certainly didn't require a mind. As for what is responsible for the survival and reproduction of life, the answer is life. That is what life does.

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An army of ants, a sleuth of bears, but WHAT do you call a group of zombies? A brain of zombies.

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What is the best way to instill Faith in kids? Please don't. Faith is a dangerous disease.

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What should someone wear to a job interview?I know you should dress professional, but how professional? Dress one level up from how the position you are applying for dresses. With men this is easy, if people in the position applied for usually wear polo shirts, you wear a tie. If ties, wear a jacket. If you overdress, it shows that you don't understand the position you are applying to.

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What does "secular" mean? Does it mean "atheist"? No, it is not correct. Secular means a thing is not religious in nature, such as a shopping mall(secular) vs. a temple(religious). In contrast, an atheist is a person that does not believe in gods. While the two may often come up in the same conversations, they are not synonymous. Also, Buddhists can be both atheistic and religious, depending on how we are defining words.

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I went to the zoo yesterday and saw a monkey with a very flat face! What could be the evolutionary advantage to having such a flat face? Its easier to for a flat faced baby to nurse. After that, so long as it doesn't prove to be a disadvantage, why spend the energy to get rid of it?

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Do you think its wrong to indoctrinate children into religions before the age of 18? If no why? It is wrong to indoctrinate anyone into a religion.

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Is the left anti-war,for human rights,against all forms injustice throughout the world, or merely anti-American? You propose a false dichotomy.

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Atheism is one among the several ways to realize the truth - True or false? Atheism isn't a way TO anything, it is just a word to describe someone that lacks belief.

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If energy can neither be created nor destroyed why doubt the reality of the Uncaused Being, YHWH/ JEHOVAH? If mass-energy cannot be created or destroyed, how did your God do it? Also, its a bit of a jump from the conservation of energy to THIS SPECIFIC GOD. What about all the other "One True Gods?"

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atheism is not hostile to Eastern philosophies - True or false? Atheism is only as hostile toward any religion as people who don't believe in unicorns are to groups that demand tax free status for their belief in unicorns.

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For those of you who like to read: What is one book that really made you think? Why did it affect you in that way? Pale Blue Dot, Carl Sagan (or really, just about anything by Sagan) The way he puts the vast cosmos into conceptually accessible terms, or sometimes, points out how difficult it is to conceptualize the cosmos is amazing. "We're made of star stuff."

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did charles darwin declared that he is a theist before he died? I'm pretty sure Darwin was always a theist. Any declaration stating such while on his deathbed would have been superfluous.

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Faith seeking understanding - Agree or disagree? Faith is KNOWING whether it is true or not. It is an impediment to understanding.

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Im so convinced that there is no GOD that i can say this... I wouldn't say that there is anything wrong with it, but it doesn't make much sense. Do you say the same things of leprechauns and pixies? These intense feelings might be symptoms of other problems.

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should a 14 year old be engaged to her 17 year old boyfriend? While I try to avoid making categorical statements, I think this is too young; for both of them. Neither of them is likely mature enough for marriage. Marriages are not easy, and are not for the faint of heart. These are two children, not even done growing up physically, let alone mentally and emotionally. They have few experiences of their own under their respective belts; how can they be in a...

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Was Jesus invented as the "Son" to replace Ra the Egyptian "Sun" god? No, the similarity is just a coincidence of the English language.

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If you have ever left a religion and no longer consider yourself part of that religion, do you ever feel insecure without it? See below. I don't think you need to invoke a God to explain your father's "luck." First of all, look at all the people that don't have jobs. I'll bet a fair percentage of them are Christian. Secondly, if your father didn't find a job, or lost his new job, I'll bet he would still believe that God will provide, even if that provision is unemployment and/or food stamps. His belief might give him peace, but...

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What is the difference between a Mormon and a Jehovas Witness ? The same thing that differs between Catholics and Muslims, Baptists and Quakers, the Amish and Heaven's Gaters: The details of the myths that they, for whatever reason, take far too seriously.

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Why is The GOP talking about contraceptives when there is 8.3% unemployment in The USA? Wedge politics

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What catastrophic event changed conditions on earth about 6000 years ago, a global deluge, petrified forests and fossil record support this Nothing. There was no worldwide flood. Petrified forests and fossil evidence do not support a global flood.

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If every effect has a cause, then an intelligent effect must have had an intelligent cause? No.

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Does proving the Bible, prove its true Author, as YHWH/ JEHOVAH, "He Causes to Become", and thus effectively disproves Evolution? No, I think. It isn't really a properly formed question, so I'll say "no," based on what I think it is asking.

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Who compared a lightening storm over a junkyard producing a fully functional jumbo jet to DNA being produced from a primordial soup? As some other baggers note, it was a guy named Hoyle. I am actually amused by that analogy; it is so far from the mark it is almost comical.

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If life as we know it just happened, then it should be equally possible for all forms of life to exist, even if not in conditions like ours I think it is quite likely that life exists elsewhere in the cosmos. I wouldn't go so far as to say "all forms of life..." but it is likely that other life exists.

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If energy can neither be created nor destroyed then the Cause of energy must be Uncaused and thus ETERNAL? You contradict yourself. If energy cannot be created, it cannot have a cause, and is itself ETERNAL.

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Are Muslims aware that failure to acknowledge the death and resurrection of the Messiah, means eternal death to those who obstinately refuse When you understand why you dismiss the Koran, you will understand why Muslims dismiss your bible.

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Why has sub-human phenotypes stopped evolving from primates, indeed, why has evolution, stopped, shouldn't we be seeing intermediates? Based on the question, I don't think you understand much about Evolution. If you really seek truth, maybe you should learn the theory before you decide if it is an accurate description of reality. The fact of the matter is that evolution has not stopped, you are just impatient.

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At this moment in your life, what are you absolutely positive of? Why? 2+2=4

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Robertson: Tornadoes wouldn’t happen if enough people prayed. Has the Christian Right completely forgotten about science? I get a kick out of "If enough people..." Sorry guys, I only got 999 prayers. One more and you all could have lived. Tough break.

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As you sow, so shall you reap - Can this be implied even in the case of humans killing animals for food? Yes, when we die, we will be consumed by the bacteria and fungi. This is the natural order of things.

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If man has evolved from the monkey, why are there so many different species of monkeys, yet, only one of man; is there a difference? 1) We did not evolve from monkeys. Claiming we did shows you do not understand the Fact of Evolution. 2) There are numerous species in the genus Homo, they are just mostly extinct; so to say that there is only one man, but many species of monkeys is akin to asking why there is only one thing called "my car" but there are so many Toyotas. -and a related point- 3) What we call genus and species...

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Do you accept Evolution? I accept evolution just like I accept gravity.

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Has the homo-sapien evolved from fish to man Or monkey to man Or fish, monkey then man? While we might call our distant ancestors monkeys if we saw them today, we did not evolve from the kind of things we see today. Modern apes, monkeys, chimps, humans, etc, all evolved from a common ancestor, not one from another. Just like you did not come from your cousin, but rather you both came from your common grandparents. If we go further back we will find a fish like creature and if we...

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What "evolutionary" changes do you see the human race undergoing in the next 1000 years? I doubt there would be any noticeable change in such a small period of time.

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Anybody else getting tired of answerbag? I find myself coming on and leaving within 30 secs, its no longer interests me...not sure why? That would describe me. I think I've learned a lot over the past few years here on the bag, but it might be time to move on.

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Would Big Pharm withhold info from medical journals to protect its interests? If it will make them $.25, you can bet on it.

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Why is Jesus so popular among gangbangers, prison inmates, and citizens of countries that invade the Middle East? Its the unconditional love and forgiveness. Not from you, but for you.

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Parents create the kids they want. They either instill the love of learning in them or they don't care. Are you doing right by your kids? I don't agree that parents create the kids they want. I would say that they shape their kids to be what they (the parents) truly are. If you are a thinly veiled racist, or bigot, or a compassionate human being, that is what you will shape your child into. You may or may not actively try, but this is what you will be working towards.

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Do you think nature is perfectly balanced in an ecosystem? Not exactly. It is constantly seeking balance, but there are no closed systems.

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Which one of these virtues do you practice: restrain, courage, faith,love, charity, patience, kindness, humility, honesty, integrity. Take faith out of that list and is what I strive for.

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Is this mathematical proof that valentines day is cancelled this year? 14-02-12=0 Unless you are in the US. If that is the case, you have 02-14-12=-24. I'm not sure what that means?!?

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I'm talking to someone on line. He says he's a Marine but his facebook page says his employer is the Army. How is that possible ? Maybe he isn't very good at setting up Facebook. I suppose its possible that some auto correct type mistake was made and he doesn't know how to fix it. Perhaps he switched services (it happens). Perhaps a friend hacked his account and changed it as a prank. Or maybe he is lying.

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Should anyone who shows any sign of being religious be sterilised to avoid the future being a holy bloodbath like the past was? No, this would be a foolish waste. It would be far better to educate each successive generation better than the previous one. In my opinion, religion as we know it would cease to exist in a few short cycles

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What do moderate atheists have to say about their militant brethren? I find the term "militant atheist" interesting and confusing. Yes, some atheists are more aggressive, than others, even to the point of being rude. However, I do not know of a single example of atheists being violent BECAUSE OF their lack of belief. To look at the counterpoint, discussing militant Muslims or militant Christians brings to mind suicide bombers and people sniping family planning...

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Do you understand what I mean by my username? I assume it means you are a lover of wisdom.

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If you could ask Aliens one thing what would it be? They are so more advanced than we are without question so nothing should be off limits. How do we know any given alien race is more advanced than us?

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If a minor stays the night w/ a relative, sneaks a boy in after the relative is asleep and ends up pregnant, should parents blame relative? Perhaps partially, but there are a lot of variables here. The blame lies partially with the relative, the parents, the boy, but the VAST majority of the blame lies with the minor.

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Catholic priests are paid a salary and given a home (rectory) to 'spread the word of God'. Do you think If you want to pay a person to dig a hole in your front yard, fill it in, dig it up, fill it in, and on and on, that is your prerogative. The Catholic Church, as well as many other religious bodies, obviously feel like it is worth their while. Doing so further's their agenda. Now, I'm not sure where you are going with the question. It almost sounds like you are suggesting that individuals...

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If religion means so little to you, then why do you bother arguing about it at all? When the people that govern my country, patrol my street and teach my children stop suspending their otherwise rational minds to make allowances for millennia old fairy tales, use their holy books as moral compasses and talk over big decisions with their imaginary friends, I will cease pointing out that their fairy tales are just that, their holy books are bunk and their imaginary friends exist...

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AnswerBag... to where do you lean(majority at least)? Left?(liberal) or right(conservative)? In my experience, I would say the bag is pretty evenly divided. However, if you want to go more like a poll, I'll start it off by saying that I'm a lefty.

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Listen very closely. If Christ did not give us the christian "religion", who did? The Christian religion is a constantly evolving collection of beliefs and practices. As such, it wasn't GIVEN by anyone.

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Tsunami. Any foreign words adopted by the English language? Chocolate

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Atheists:Do you deny God if you see him? It may be an illusion.:D Its called skepticism. You withhold judgment until there is enough evidence. The funny thing about seeing God is that the human brain is capable of "seeing" all sorts of things that aren't there. It is a pattern seeing device. We also often see what we want to see. In order for me to believe that I have seen God, it would have to be repeatable, and more importantly, others would have to see it...

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Should anyone who applies to join the police, army or government be rejected as the sort of people we don't want in those positions? No, but there is something to be said for a candidate that is too eager.

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Muslums, Christians, Jewish, Mormons all up in arms over Hussien, so do "we the people" want a narcisistic dictator? lol

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Parents: How would you react if you found out your daughter was taking birth control pills? Does it depend on her age? It does very much depend on her age. My daughters are 18 months and -2 months. If either of them were on the pill I would be very concerned. I hope this is a conversation we can have when my girls are older. It is my sincere hope that my girls will have the kind of relationship with either me or my wife (or hopefully both) so that we can be a part of those decisions.

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What is something that is an "act of God"? If this was in the "insurance" category, I would come up with a list. However, as it is in the "Deep Thoughts" category, there are no acts of God.

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Consider this IMAGIANARY scenario and give me your quickest reaction irrespective of your spiritual beliefs.Just your reflex reaction: Shut up Mike, I'm not talking to you!

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Hillary Rotten Clinton visited Bulgaria to talk about drilling for shale gas. Is she a hypocrat since she opposes the Keystone pipe line? There are so many issues here: 1)Who is Hillary Rotten Clinton? No such person exists. 2) What is a hypocrat? I'm sorry, this word isn't in my dictionary, can you define it for me? 3) Assuming you meant hypocrite, and further assuming you meant Hillary Rodham Clinton, I can't judge on so little information. Not being intimately familiar with the issue, I searched and could not find her personal...

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How to dismiss, dis an improving economy? "It should have been so much better"! Whomever writes their scripts lacks imagination. Why? They have the same imagination as their policy writers. You know,"cut taxes," "trickle down," and "SOCIALIST!!!" Or perhaps its not quite a lack of imagination, but rather a lack of material. The bad economy was their only hope; now that its better, saying that it isn't good enough might be the next best thing.

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What would you do if you were home and someone was breaking into your home? This depends entirely on how they were breaking in and who else was home. If my wife and children were home, I would be first concerned for their safety. If my family was at one end and the break in at the other end, I would go to investigate and most likely convince them to leave. If my family were in danger, I would defend them... by convincing them to leave.

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Do you know where your spiritual beliefs came from? Did experience frame them or you are just following the beliefs of your family? I came to my own beliefs after much study. They are not the beliefs of my parents, their religion or really of anyone else I know. A few friends have similar beliefs, but so far as I know, not the same.

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Would you rather have 19 children like the Duggars, or have a not-cute live cat permanently surgically affixed to your skull? This is a classic case of what happens when you leave birth control up to God. My sister did that for a while. "The good Lord won't give us more than we can handle." After the good Lord gave them five, she had her tubes tied.

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If the creation story of Adam & Eve and original sin is considered a myth -then is there any need for a savior? No, you've hit the nail on the head. So many Christians now admit that the story is a parable, but they can't seem to take the next step and admit that it erases the need fro their Christ.

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Do you feel that every book you read should have an impact on your life in some way? Why or why not? No. Many books do, but nothing SHOULD have an impact. Having said that, I know a Dr. Suess book that's pretty deep (seriously).

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Why In the world would women want to have kids nowadays? My wife and I are raising a family in part to counteract all the bad things in the world. There are a lot of things that will only go away when the next generation grows up in a new environment. We intend to teach our children how to think rationally so they will hopefully not be given to ideological dogma.

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Is it ok to turn down a job offer if unemployed but the job isn't what I want to to do anymore even though I'm qualified? So burned out... Is it OK, that depends on your situation. For one thing, you give up any right to complain about being unemployed (not that you were). Unless you have something else lined up, it might be more prudent to take it, but keep looking.

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How do people compare Obama to Lincoln ? Is it because he drives a Lincoln Navigator? I think 1 set free and the other free'd up schedules. -Both from Illinois (sort of) -Both gifted speakers -Both believed in reasoned argument (over fiery rhetoric) -Both elected president I also think one of the reasons for the comparison is that Obama claims Lincoln is his favorite president and the he tries to emulate him.

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Without cheating...can you name the POTUS at the time of your birth? Carter

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give me a reason that god can not exist? There really aren't any. There are myriads of gods that might exist; there just isn't any evidence that they do.

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Why does a shepard watch over his flock? What does he do with them? Is the lord yours? A shepherd watches over his flock to keep them safe because they are his livelihood. He shears them, sells them or slaughters them to further his own agenda. (Think about the parallel.) The lord is not my shepherd because I don't have a shepherd; I am not a sheep.

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Is limiting a 14 year old boy's xbox time to 1 hour on school nights fair? Not only do I think its fair, but I applaud your mother for being strong. I know its a bitter pill to swallow, but you're probably better off with less Xbox.

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Do you have a drink by you now? If yes, what is it? Good old H2O

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Even if you are not religious, do you ever take advice from religions or a religion? If so, please tell us what advice you take and why. Sort of. Many of the holy books have bits of wisdom in them. This isn't due to any divine authorship, but because societies throughout history have stumbled on these little gems. Often holy books will put them quite poetically.

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President Newt? Not likely

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I am an atheist and I believe in God. What do you make of it? You are either very confused or you are drawing the line between gods, being an atheist regarding some, but believing in others.

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A question for atheists: If you believe you are a morally good person, then where do you get your moral awareness from, if not from God? Morality has evolved along with society. We humans are social animals. As such, most of our morals are taught to us by society, and perhaps some have evolved into our biology. No God required. Plus, just like irreducible complexity, if morality came from God, where did he get morality? If you answer that he just created it, how is that different from our species, or perhaps our genus, from...

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Why do you religionists beat up on Atheists??? You SAY we beat up on you, but we don't. REAL atheists don't care what you believe? I have to take issue with your last question/statement. Atheists can't be pigeonholed like that. I'm not sure what you mean by "REAL atheists," but some atheists might care, while others don't. Atheism itself doesn't speak on the matter, but each individual atheist may or may not care.

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I have this weird theory, tell me what you think.... I used to think like that when I was a kid. I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness and I hated it. I used to think that one day everyone would say, "just kidding," and I would be allowed to actually live my life.

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How do you know when to respond to a user's negative comment? How do you decide if the person is worth ignoring? I usually give someone the benefit of the doubt, assuming they really want to be shown their errors. Sometimes I converse for the sake of conversing. Other times I'm just too tired to bother.

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Is America really a free country? If not why not? No, we are only allowed to do what we are allowed by the owners.

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Do gentlemen and ladies always do the right thing, the moral thing, the fair thing, the just thing? How? No. No one does those things all the time. However, a true lady or gentleman will admit when they err and try to make amends.

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Do you have an 18-24 month old?..see description My daughter is almost 18 months. She is currently transitioning from two 1-2 hour naps to one nap that is 2-2.5 hours long. She generally sleeps from 830-9pm until 7-730am; unless she is sick, or is having bad teething pain, she sleeps through the night. If she gets to bed late, she sleeps just as well, but generally has a rough day and has trouble getting up.

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Isn't a disbelief a belief? No, it is not.

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What are some natrual cures You use to alevate depressive feelings or dissorders (food, music, herbal medicine, crystals , lfe styles etc)? Exercise. A good sweat is all it takes some days.

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If a man rapes a woman should he be hanged? And if she aborts his baby should she be punished? No, and absolutely not.

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Why do grown ups lie to kids? Regarding things like sex, I do not plan on lying to my children (my oldest is 17 months, so I'm not quite there yet). However, I plan on being very careful with how much detail I go in to. Too much information won't spoil the child, but it might confuse and possibly scare him/her.

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Do you prefer chapters in books to be titled, or just numbered? I like a title, it can give you a clue; keep you interested. However, I really don't care much either way.

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Are you better off now than you were four years ago? Or, are you better off now than you "would have been" ? I am better off now than I was four years ago, but I'm not where I would like to be. I am considering a major life change, so we'll see. Personally, I think our whole society needs a reboot, not just our politics. Remember, we grow our own politicians; they germinate in the soil of the American culture. If we don't like the fruit we get, try changing what you plant. Garbage in, garbage out.

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If Obama shill Warren Buffett really likes taxes, why doesn't he just pay-up Berkshire Hathaway's 10-year delinquency? Maybe you should read the article. It says that the company disputes its tax burden, not that it refuses to pay. No matter how your conservative "news" site tries to spin it, it still fails.

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Is marriage more advantageous for men than women? I think it is, since men get so many more benefits to it? You have a very skewed view of marriage. Perhaps some are like you describe, but mine is not. We both work, and we share the work around the house. She does the majority of the childcare, and I do the majority of the cooking and cleaning, but we are both involved. Sure, there are times when one of us is sick and cannot carry the normal load. In that case, the other picks up the slack, knowing...

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Is mathematics based on faith in logic? This depends on the definition given to the word "faith." The word has two accepted definitions: 'confidence' and 'belief without evidence.' We have confidence in logic and mathematics (as well as many other fields) because they work. They can be demonstrated, repeated, and objectively measured. The other definition, 'belief without evidence,' doesn't belong anywhere near logic or mathematics....

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If i was a criminal, and as the judge was readin my sentence in court, i jumped in the air Trinity style and kicked those 2 guards holdin me,and then bounced off the judge tai chi style, straight into the guards at the door tai kwon do style,can i escape? Until the guards at the next door stop you Glock style.

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True or false: People are unable to see and perceive things that are unexpected, things that aren't what they expect to see? False. However, many people won't see, but it doesn't mean they aren't able, it means that their preconceptions are more important to their ideas about the world than the truth is.

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If others use advantages(all legal) to gain something that you don't choose to use do you get annoyed with them? Why? Sometimes. Just because something is legal, doesn't mean it is moral. For instance, I work in the grocery industry. Often, a vendor will build a display in my store, and include a pad of coupons. When one person comes and takes all the coupons, I get quite annoyed. There was no illegal action, but what was done was rude, it took value away from my other customers, and it likely took money out...

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Is retirement not even a future possibility? Do you plan to drop dead at work? Its not really a possibility for me. Even with the best estimates, what I will likely be able to save combined with a best case scenario for Social Security will not be enough. However, I don't plan on totally retiring. I don't think I could. However, I will not be doing my present job until the day I die, my body wouldn't take it.

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Should Mittens be having this tough a time against Newt if he is to beat Obama whose support appears disillusioned but nevertheless solid? I really don't think that matters. I'm not surprised these that neither of these two can fully grab the reigns. I imagine the voters that vote solely on their religious beliefs would be having trouble with both of these candidates.

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Something doesn't end the way you anticipated and is not good. Do you automatically blame yourself first before you analyze it? Why? This depends entirely on the situation. If I am the only player, I will tend to blame myself until the situation can be fully analyzed. If it is a complex situation, it is difficult to say as it is almost impossible to into such without preconceptions of where you think the weak points might be. However, whatever feelings I have I try to keep to myself until I have time to analyze the situation.

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On a scale of 1-10, how much do you like your country's national sport(s)? Why? 0 and that goes for the national sport of Baseball and the national pastime of deep frying already unhealthy foods and eating until you weigh 300lbs.

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Why are people so Ignorant about the Occult There is little or no evidence shown by verifiable, repeatable experimentation or observation that shows such things exist. While I hesitate to speak in absolutes about anything, the probability of such things existing is so low, we can speak as if they do not exist.

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Do you think Obama will have a second term? If Romney gets the Republican nod, I give Obama 95%. If its anyone else, I give him 75%.

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How would you rate the movie "300"? On a scale of 1-10 Eight

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Why is it that when I think of Obama, I think of a duck with a bad leg? (lame duck) I don't know, I don't think he will be worried about that for another four years. Look at who is running against him. Even if you don't like him, his chances are good.

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Which traditions do you wish would be done away with for once and for all? Why? Treating religions with unearned respect.

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Do you read your Bible? How often? I rarely read it anymore, but I used to read it almost daily.

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Do you believe the universe was created by a series of accidents with nothing liable, or from a fine tuned plan? I believe that we do not currently know exactly how our universe came to be. However, I think the idea that the universe is naturalistic makes more sense than the various religious explanations I have heard. You mentioned the various forces that govern how how the universe interacts with itself. If they were slightly different life AS WE KNOW IT couldn't exist. There might be a different...

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If your father is a jehovahs whitness,,, can he give you away on a church wedding?? My father is a JW and he gave my sister (who was disfellowshipped) away at her wedding.

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Why all the hate? (See link). Atheists especially read. Thoughts? Two thoughts: 1) Pointing out that you think someone is wrong isn't necessarily hateful. "Dude, you're walking straight toward that pole," "Excuse me, you brought be Coke when I asked for root beer." This goes doubly (or more) when the issue is of greater importance. You will not go to heaven with 72 virgins if you blow yourself up in the market and Jesus will not love you more if you shoot...

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What if God (or a higher power) only exists if you think he (they/it) exists? That way theists and atheists alike are correct? Unless we begin with the definition for God being such, the fact is that God either exists, or not. It cannot be both. In this universe a = a.

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I'm a female, getting ready to turn 25 and have no children. How abnormal is that in this day and age? My wife and I are both in our mid-thirties and are just now starting our family. I think more and more people are waiting until they are established before starting a family.

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How can atheists simply maintain non-belief in God where theists require a bible, regular church attendance etc.to keep their faith in God? Atheism requires nothing to maintain it. Oddly enough, a great many things could destroy it, and yet it seems to be growing.

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I'm gay and I love a man that's perfect in every way but my religion doesn't allow it. How can I stop myself from loving him? Give up your religion. Life is too short for that BS.

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Conservatives: Should Libs be taxed first to support the welfare leeches? If we stopped giving welfare to corporate America, a lot of other things will fall into place.

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Atheists: Did you take out the trash? Why or why not? Nope, trash day isn't until Thorsday.

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the french revolted over the price of bread. when will we revolt over the price of gas? I hear you. With an 80 mile daily commute fuel prices are killing me.

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If a presidential candidate promised to bring All US military home to defend and protect 'our own soil only', would you vote for them? Not necessarily, but I think it is a step in the right direction. We should not "protect 'our soil only;'" we have allies and we owe them our support. However, I do not think we need standing armies in other countries. We also do not need the ridiculous military budget we currently have. Finally, this is but one of many issues I would use to form my opinion of a candidate.

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What explains the Bible's internal harmony, historical and prophetic accuracies, and its agreement with known scientific facts? lol

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Why do you suppose ANYBODY believed Joseph Smith? Because he was a con man. His profession was pulling the wool over peoples' eyes.

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When is the Big Crunch supposed to happen (if it will)? Last I read, it won't. However, if that is wrong... Since the universe is still expanding, it has not yet reached half of its life. Around its middle age, it would slow, stop and begin contracting. If it goes this way, it would be long after you and I are gone.

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What we accept is whatever supports what we already have made up our minds about. Where does being flexible and fair fit in? I think what you are describing is the common approach to the world, and in my opinion, it should be avoided, although I'm sure we all fall into it at times. We should be skeptical and challenge all assumptions (within reason). If something seems to conflict with our worldview, give it a fighting chance. There have been a few times in my life where my world was turned on its side by a...

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Since you don't believe in GOD but you do know YOU, er, we exist.. do you believe in devils? Nope

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Is it illegal to pretend to be a Police Officer and arrest people? Yes, there are numerous crimes in the scenario you mention.

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If every citizen of the USA was unarmed who would benefit more, the police, the criminals, or society? why? Assuming the police and military are still armed, or at least able to be armed while on duty, there would be little change overall. The police would benefit by there being far fewer armed criminals on the streets and society would benefit generally by there being fewer violent crimes.

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If a paedophile just released from jail came to live near you, would you rip out his windpipe and beat him to death with the tonsil end? No, but I would be very wary of letting my daughter play outside.

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Help me decide on a major: Accounting or Psychology and why? It depends on where you are in your life. Accounting will give you greater employment opportunities, but Psychology will teach you more about living.

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do you think kids that are of voting age today understand why their speaking English instead of German or Japanese, why they enjoy Freedom? Define "freedom."

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what's better Goggle Chrome or Internet Explorer? Is one easier to navigate on, easier to use? Thanks I prefer Chrome over IE, in fact, I am using it right now. I keep IE on my computer; I use it for things that require all sorts of plug-ins, but for everyday browsing, Chrome it is!

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What's one thing that's free? Nothing is free; everything has a price. Sometimes it is hard to see the cost because it is distant in space and/or time, but there is cost to everything.

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Have you ignored the fallacies of Christendom, the myths of man, and the egotism of atheists and given the Bible a chance to 'speak'? If you ignore them, how do you know they are fallacious? Why not investigate EVERYTHING, taking NOTHING on faith? If it is the TRUTH, it can stand up to a little investigation; a little peer reviewed criticism, right?

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How could this be predicted so accurately over 2000 years ago, when the Americas were unknown, yet is only ONE of a COMPOSITE sign? There was nothing predicted, it is a description of the world as it was at the time it was written.

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Is God magical? Unless we redefine the word, the Judeo-Christian God concept is most certainly a magical being.

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Why can't people live in harmony? Arrogance

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Why did life evolve into an organism that could understand its own existance - us? I think asking "why?" is the wrong approach. A "why" suggests a "because," an underlying purpose. I don't believe there was such a purpose, its just something that happened.

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Why did the universe shape itself into stars, planets and other stellar bodies after the Big Bang? Because it was a natural consequence given the laws that govern our universe.

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i my bf is cheating on me :.( i dont know what to say to him when i see him.wat should i do or say? i know he is cheating If you KNOW, let him go. All you need to tell him is "goodbye."

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is it true that Jehova Witnesses dont believe in medicine? No, that is not the case. I was raised as a JW, and while their belief system does not allow a few very specific medical treatments, no one in my family ever ran into that issue. We had antibiotics, pain killers, minor surgeries and various medical treatments and prescriptions. Now, there are religious sects that do not allow modern medicine, preferring to allow God to heal their sick. I don't...

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Do you think Obama won because of his race? No. Did it play a part in some people's decisions? Almost certainly. Was it the deciding factor? No. In the political climate of 2008 almost any Democrat would have beaten McCain.

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Disagree politically in the US, some accuse you of being unpatriotic. True in your country too? Is political disagreement unpatriotic? Why? Political disagreement, done with respect and a willingness to compromise, is one of the most patriotic things someone can do.

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What might be wrong with my car if when I try to start it, it makes a constant loud clicking-like noise? Sounds like a dead battery. There is enough juice to engage the starter, but not enough to turn the engine. Get a jump start and let it run for at least 30 minutes. If this doesn't fix the problem, see a professional. It might just be a bad battery, or it could be a bad alternator.

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What enslaves the mind from accepting new ideas? Ignorance of one's own ignorance.

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Which of the following do you proudly display in your home, or vehicle or on your body as a sign of respect to Jesus? Actually, I have a tattoo of the Invisible Pink Unicorn.

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Does Is Not Take More Faith To Believe In Evolution Than It Does To Believe In A Creator? No, it does not take faith to believe in evolution. First off, evolution happens. This is a fact; it has been observed. This does not take faith. Now lets address something else. You started off with evolution, then you switched to atoms. Evolution is a process that replicating things do. Atoms do not evolve. Evolution does not discuss atoms. Finally, belief in a creator is unnecessary, since...

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Why would anyone feel they were worthy of being on a first name basis with the creator of the cosmos? Arrogance

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Just wondering: How many youths, who felt so gutted when they started to realise that not everything their "church" (please read on) I understand what you are saying, but that does not apply to me. My journey from theism to atheism was gradual. I was a Jehovah's Witness, then a non-practicing Christian, then just a theist, now I'm an agnostic atheist. For me, the more I learned about the universe, the less room there was for a god until there wasn't any room left. While I'm sure there are some, I don't think your...

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Can anyone discredit these statements made over 2000 years ago? These things have been going on as long as there have been people. They aren't prophesies, they are inevitable.

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Japan have made a emergency security meeting over the death of Kim Long IL,why? Political instability

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Why is childbirth said to be the worst pain in the world when it clearly isn't, your thoughts on childbirth being the worst pain ever is? My wife and I went through natural childbirth classes together and our daughter was born in an un-medicated birth. According to everything I've read, and many women I've talked with, including my wife, for whom I was a birthing coach, while it isn't pleasant, it wasn't anything like "the worst pain in the world." However, it is my understanding that modern medicine has turned this natural...

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does my baby daddy care? He left when i was 5 months prego and has never seen our child. I have since the child was born emailed him about.. It sounds to me like he is immature and in over his head. Of course who knows why people do things on FB and similar social media sites, conjecturing might be worthless, but if we were to try, I think it suggests that he can't quite bring himself to block you out. Maybe he feels guilty and his conscience won't let him. Either way, if he has made no effort to contact you, he does not care about...

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Is faith in God a crutch? For those who have it, yes.

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We should Trust God even when we don’t have an answer to life, sometimes we are to small to understand it completely-agree or not? No, we should doubt. Skepticism is the only intellectually defensible position in this situation.

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US is Officially out of Iraq, how soon before it's an islamic terror state under the control of Iran? And if we had just kept our butts out of there we wouldn't have this problem.

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Is real aim of all religions - spirituality? Most likely it was at one time, but now the real aim is self-preservation.

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Did all the animals really just magically appear by Noah's ark? The story of Noah's flood makes sense in two senses. The first if you just say that it was magic, the second if you just say it was fiction. If you go the magic route, you run into the problem you mentioned. If God could bring all the animals to Noah and somehow allow them all to fit on the ark without eating each other, couldn't he have fixed the problem by simply waving his wand at the Earth...

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Times Magazines heroes, the OWS scum, throws flares, bottles, iron bars and paint bags at police, but the TEA party were "violent" ? I'll bet the British felt similarly about the American colonists back in the 18th century. Scum. Also, given the vast scope of the protest, you were bound to get some crazies, especially when you add police violence to the mix.

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How much do you trust scientists? Why? I trust them as far as their evidence leads.

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What is the main difference between AGNOSTICISM and ATHEISM? Agnosticism deals with knowledge; atheism deals with belief. The prefix "a" means "without," so an Agnostic is one "without knowledge" (the word gnostic is from the Greek word "gnosis," meaning knowledge). Similarly, the word "theist," or "theism," refers to belief in a particular type of deity. If we add our prefix, we get someone without such belief. Please note that one without belief does...

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Pro-Choice people: Should a conjoined twin have the right to separate from their twin even if they know it would kill the twin? No. Being a conjoined twin is a rare situation with sometimes unfortunate consequences. This is a decision that should be made jointly so that they can both assess the risks and make an educated decision.

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If scientists are open and honest enough to call it 'the theory of evolution' why are theists and religions not open or honest enough to call their's 'the theory of god'? First, they would have to define their God, you will find few believers ever will.

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If Darwin did not erringly form his Evolution theory, would the 'religion' of Darwinism exist today, would science be different? Darwin didn't form the Theory of Evolution, he proposed the mechanism of selection. You are truly ignorant of what evolution is, which you show by calling it a religion. You should really not talk about things of which you know so little.

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From what is known about the formation of the universe, the conditions necessary for life on earth, and the lifeforms, is DESIGN absent? If this is evidence of design, then it is evidence of an incompetent designer!

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Why would anyone who truly understands science, believe that intelligence can arise from non-intelligence without Intelligent input? Because they understand science. Because they can see a smooth gradient of life on earth from non-intelligent to human like intelligence. Because your first suggestion is a straw man and the next two don't make sense.

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With all the evidence of Life being behind life, does God need to provide more evidence of His existence, are there grounds for doubt really What the evidence points to is less complex life leading to more complex life. This goes back and back and back until we get to very simple life and then further back to self-replicating protbionts (most likely). At some point we draw an artificial line and say, "alive." What has this got to do with gods?

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When all doubts about the existence of God Almighty are finally removed, it will be too late, why do you wait? Faith is a crutch, try logic and reason instead. Faith claims it can move mountains, but logic and reason have put men on the moon.

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French writer P. Valadier stated: "It was the Christian tradition that produced atheism as it's fruit." Interesting quote. While I don't agree with it fully, I think there is some truth in it. As others have mentioned atheism has been around longer than Christianity, so it is obvious that atheism itself was not created by the Christian tradition. However, I think there are some sects within the umbrella of Christianity that do define their God and organize their religions in such a way that...

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Do you think the victim should decide what sentence should be given to a criminal? I mean as opposed to a judge deciding. No. If the victim decides, then our "justice" system will become more punitive than it is now. We should focus on prevention and rehabilitation, not punishment.

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do you think that the untied states should have a female presindent and a female vice presindent. No, I don't think we SHOULD have women in the White House, I think we should have the best person for the job, regardless of their sex.

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What would you think of returning to the old system where every family must either provide one soldier to the army, or pay for one? I would not support the system. It would force the poor into the military with the backing of the law. Plus, we all pay for the military already.

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Is a belief in an imaginary explanation for the reasons behind everything a self defence mechanism to stop analysis paralysis in the face of the enormity of the conclusions of reality? Perhaps sometimes, but I think such modern beliefs exist on the inertia of the past when people were facing more ignorance then "the enormity of the conclusions of reality."

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You want the Leader of your country to have what 5 qualities/traits/talents in order of importance to you? Have any of them fit the bill? Integrity Humility Intelligence Empathy Baek Jool Bool Gool (this is one of the tenets of Taekwondo, it is generally translated at "Indomitable Spirit," but more literally translated, it means, "Fall down 100 times, get up 100 times." It indicates not only perseverance, but the lack of fear to fail.) I think few modern day politicians fit the bill partially, and none I can think of meet my...

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Why do people that don't seem to like you bother answering your question...?? It makes them feel powerful to simply bash. This is especially the case when there is no attempt made at conveying information.

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Why do some people empower (by their vote) the very folks who want to bring them down? Death wish? Misunderstanding? Different language? Manipulation. People will vote against their interests for a number of reasons, including religion, fear and pure ignorance. When the powerful can manipulate the constituency, being voted in isn't difficult.

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Of all your in-laws (if you have 'em) who is your favorite ....your dil, mil, sil, or bil? Why? Currently, my step-father-in-law. He is a real down-to-earth guy. If ex-in-laws count, I might go for my ex-father-in-law. He is a great man, a true compassionate human being, someone who has gone through hardships few could understand and has emerged not hardened, but softened. I miss him.

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God is NOT supernatural?? I have read books and essays on this type of belief, and my only concern is the use of the word "God." In today's English speaking world, the word describes a theistic entity. I think we need a new word for the type of "impersonal force" discussed in this question.

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Would you rather become twice as good at handling money or have double your income? I'll go for double my income. I feel I am reasonably proficient at handling my money, and when there is so little to handle, I doubt there would be much benefit to be reaped if I become better at handling it.

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People complain about the economy and not having money. Should they spend $100+ on their mobile device plans? No, I do not think this should happen. While I recognize the growing need to have a cell phone in today's world, there is generally no need to have a smartphone and a $100+ plan. It seems you are discussing a misplacement of priorities.

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What results do you look for in a belief? Did you "kick the tires" and "test drive" before buying into it? I don't go belief shopping; more like evidence hunting. My beliefs are shaped by the evidence I encounter.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is always better to work slowly and carefully than to work quickly. and why? I usually avoid absolute statements such as "always." There may be times when speed is more important than quality

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My parents abuse me emotionaly, they always tell me how stupid Iam ect. and they never hugged me or kissed me ever since I became a teen. My parents were also emotionally abusing, especially my father. I think this is the sort of thing we each need to get over in our own way. I for one have taken great comfort by the life's goal to raise my children better than I was raised.

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What do you consider to be more rude "to avoid a person" or "to explode in the person's face"? No other options. Avoiding the person is the more rude of the two. If you explode, at least there can be some sort of understanding and a working out of issues once the smoke clears. If there is simply avoidance, there is a perpetual stalemate.

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Why is it that lots of atheists love to get on here and ask theists to prove to them that God exists? When a belief is benign, no one really cares. However, belief in a god can at times be far from benign. Whenever a belief has the potential to be harmful, it is EVERYONE'S duty to question that belief. QUESTION EVERYTHING!

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what is the difference between the bible and a child's fairytale book? The bible is more bloody, has terrible lessons to teach children and is much older.

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Atheist: isn't it awkward to be taking a strong stand against a belief many of you believe are calling pure mythology? OK, what I THINK you are saying is that it is foolish for an atheist to be making a big deal out of something he/she claims doesn't exist. If it doesn't exist, who cares, right? Wrong? The vast majority of the people who write our laws, teach our children and patrol our streets are faithful believers in one mythology or another. For this reason it is important to at least know about these...

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Atheist: The living God you are in denial of 1 way or everything you have become today, isn't this sad? Uh, what?

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Are you the type of atheist who thinks there isn't enough evidence God exists? Or, the type that thinks God simply can't possibly exist? First define the god we are talking about. I am the first definition regarding all gods, the second regarding some. If you are looking for definition of atheism, it is simply one who lacks belief in a theistic god. They can go one step further and claim knowledge, but that is not necessary.

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Why are you an athiest I don't see any reason not to be.

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Do you believe in the 'Big Bang Theory", the "Evolution Theory" or "Intelligent Design Theory" The first two are the best explanations we currently have and are both supported by massive amounts of evidence. The last one does not qualify as a scientific theory.

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What is the difference between terrorists and patriots? Those who write the history books choose.

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If christians have churches, where do all the atheists hang out? Become a card carrying member and find out!

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Do you agree ? Any religion...is forever in danger of petrifaction into mere ritual and habit. It is my personal philosophy that we learn things in three stages (I formulated this regarding martial arts study, but I think the principle holds through for all learning). First, intellectually, by thinking through the motions; Second, physically, where our bodies and unconscious minds remember fine motions, and; Third, spiritually, where we act without thinking. No mind. Rituals and habits...

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"atheist"(non-believer)is a term which needs not to exist?No one ever says they are a "non-psychologist,a non-catholic,a non-artist." I agree that the word should not exist. Aside from your examples, we don't have a special word for people who don't believe in astrology. To address Kiku's point, non-astrologers DO claim that astrologers are wrong, but yet we don't have a word for it. You are right that atheism is often listed a a religion. I think this occurs for two reasons: simplicity and ignorance. First off, I defend the...

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If my wife and I are not together anymore and she is pregnant with her boyfriend's child, is there anyway the child will get my last name? In Illinois, you can name the child anything you want when you fill out the birth certificate.

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Atheist, do you realize you are living this brief moment on this earth to deny the only offer to eternal life? Before my parents made me, I didn't exist. When I die, I will cease to exist. This is the nature of things. To be born and not die is out of balance.

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Understanding Atheism: Is one allowed to commit suicide, under this religion? Why? or why not? Nice drum beating, atheism isn't a religion. Question fail.

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If God was able to put two of every kind of animal onto Noah's Ark, why didn't He care enough to spare all of the babies and young children? Wouldn't it have been a better idea to let righteous Noah raise all of the children in the ways of God? Yeah, but then the story wouldn't have been so dramatic.

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In the story of Noah's ark, was Noah able to load all of God's animals on the ark? The story of Noah and his ark can only be fiction; not only does it bear a striking resemblance to earlier food narratives, but there are so many holes in the story that are only answered by "Goddidit."

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Are we being brainwashed to believe there is no God? From the beginning there was always belief in a higher power, but for some years... I am curious to know what study has been conducted that showed a 99% tendency to spontaneously believe in a god. If you cannot provide a link or other support for your claim, your entire suggestion is bunk. Let me tell you what I think you are really seeing. You will see many people have a "spiritual" (for lack of a better word) experience. A physical scientist may have this feeling when...

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Why is it that ONE reference is used to determine TRUTH, yet MOST persons on earth are being DECEIVED, as the Reference itself reveals? Because anyone who relies on a single reference is asking to be deceived.

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What age should you have a CHILD? There is no such thing as "should have a child." No one MUST have a child. However, if the point you were getting at is the ideal age at which to begin a family, I would say between 30 and 35. Any younger and you may not have had enough time to live your own life and you may find yourself longing for it. Any older and you may have trouble keeping up, not to mention dealing with possible...

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when will the people make the House of Representatives and Senate do what the people want? Time to Vote many of them out? your thoughts? Better make sure you have a better person to fill the job before you throw out the current residents of the office. Sometimes the devil you know is better than the devil you don't.

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In your opinion, is casual sex ever acceptable? If so, when? If everyone is in agreement and honest with each other there is no problem.

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Is having goals important? Do you think about where you want to be in five years? Or are you "hanging out" wasting your life? You sort of answered you first question with your last one, didn't you? I think goals are important in as much as they give direction, but they are not as important as how we live our lives. Like the old adage about the point being the journey, not the destination. To answer the second and third questions, I have goals. I know generally where I would like to be in 2, 3, 5, 10 years, but I try...

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Was the first American originally from Africa? That depends on what you mean by "originally." The first humans are most likely from Africa, which means all Americans are technically African American. However, they first people to actually live in the Americas did not come from Africa directly, they came from Asia.

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Write a question to the answer "WTF", will you? World Taekwondo Federation?

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How much of you is Drama King/Queen and how much is down-to-earth-calm-cool-relaxed-easygoing? Which you do you like best? I am 99.9% "down-to-earth-calm-cool-relaxed-easygoing." I prefer it this way, and I work at it because I know how frustrated when someone else is a drama queen/king.

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We all need to believe in something. It's human nature. But who else feels that putting faith in a higher power is just the easy way out? I think claiming a supernatural cause is generally indicative of laziness. This isn't to say that many people don't go through great pains to learn about their theology and become very knowledgeable regarding their dogma, but that whole tradition is ultimately based on intellectual laziness. Now, to be fair, it wasn't always laziness. Centuries ago, many people worked exhaustively on...

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F***ing Swearing; shows a lack of command of your native language, or a necessary addition? I think you are correct on many occasions, however in certain situation swears may convey thoughts and emotions in a very concise way. For instance, saying "That hurt," vs. "F***ing H**l that hurt," may convey two very different thoughts. A lot like enunciation and body language, swearing may add flavor and energy to your speaking and it may convey an urgency (ie, you don't have time to find a...

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If we're not sure whether or not a fetus is a person, why not err on the side of caution? I think the question of abortion should rest on whether the entity has a self aware mind. This might equate to being a "person," as you put it.

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Why do girls want guys to listen but they don't want to listen to guys? (which is selfish) Because women and men communicate differently.

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How many people are fed up with the Occupy movement? I'm a little jaded by the fact that they haven't formulated a single purpose yet. I think this stems from a lack of centralized leadership, but that is also a strength. It shows that it is really a movement of the people, not a cult of personality.

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When you go shopping on Black Friday do you feel sorry for the employees or think it's their fault they have a bad job? I don't go shopping of Black Friday. Its a ridiculous mess, and I wouldn't put up with it for myself, let alone the people working at the shops. I will likely be working too, but my end of the retail industry (grocery retail) doesn't get touched much by Black Friday. However, in general I feel sympathy for my brethren in retail. I think we are very under-appreciated. We work nights, weekends...

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I was thinking of Wag The Dog. Do you feel like the news, world, national, even in your own state is hearsay and fabrication? No, but I do think it is shown to us in a way that forwards an agenda.

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How much gas does it take to fill up your car,and how many times you have to fill up weekly? My tank takes about 17 gallons, and I have to fill up weekly.

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how to know if you are making the right decision? Do you finish school or take a better paying job and finish as you go Five years ago, I would have said finish school, no question. However, now I say think really hard about it. You can always go back to school, but good jobs are few and far between these days.

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How have you contributed to improving the economy? I refuse to shop at Wal*Mart, and shop locally whenever possible.

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Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country. Why ignore this now? I think those that "do for [their] country" are really doing for themselves indirectly. Perhaps they feed their pride, or see that a stronger country is good for them too. In that scenario, when you see no good coming back to you, it might be considered foolish to keep paying forward, at least when your own bills are going unpaid.

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If you were Forced to give up either Phone, All T.V. or The Internet,,,which one would you choose ? TV, no sweat.

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Is an atheist so by conviction, or by convenience? For me, neither. I have no reason to hold such a belief. I have no conviction on the matter and at times that fact is not convenient.

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can you actually bring a civil law suit against a democrat president, notice I don't capitalize, (Cause I aint got no respect for them) Who don't you respect: presidents or people who support democracies?

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If you won the lottery ( MILLIONS )...Would you still keep your job and work? Yes, I would. Lets assume best case scenario: I get a million after taxes; a million in my pocket. I would pay off all my debts, make some upgrades to my home and THEN look into opening my own business. Until that point, I would continue to work; bringing in income and keeping bridges up. That way, if something unexpected happened, there would still be the old life to fall back onto.

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THE new atheists envision a world with no religion—no suicide bombers, no religious wars, and no televangelists fleecing their flocks. Does that vision appeal to you? Yes, I do think that would lead to a better world. Don't get me wrong, there would still be a-holes, but we would have one less reason to kill each other.

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How come there are laws against speaking out against religions but none stopping the religious speaking out against everything else? I assume you are speaking of the "defamation of religions" movement by the United Nations, which is already mirrored in many Islamic countries. I suggest this is the case because many people rate their religious faith above their rational thought.

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At what point do you think life begins? Conception? 5 months pregnant? I believe that life begins at birth, before you are born, you are on the same level as a tape worm: just a parasite. I believe life begins at conception, but that life is no different from plants and animals that we kill all the time. When we are discussing abortion, what I feel is important is the thing that makes humans different from (most) other animals: self-awareness. There is no definite time that a human becomes self-aware, but it is almost certainly after birth. Therefore, I consider birth to be a...

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If all votes in the House/Senate were secret/anonymous how would that change things? No party affiliation,no names. Same results or not? I think it would be worse. As it is now, the people can hold congress accountable (to a degree), but if they don't know what they are doing, they can do nothing.

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Can you prove GOD doesn't exist ? If you will please define the God you are asking about I will be able to address the question properly.

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Agree or disagree - The greatest darkness is to live without God ? Disagree - I consider the greatest darkness to be living without knowledge of one's ignorance.

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Can people believe in something too much so that their mind sticks with their misconception? Yes, they can, and yes, they do.

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I get it that you believe that scripture is based on facts. But why can't you understand that facts are based on PROOF? Especially since reliance on scripture all boils down to faith that scripture is correct.

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Is Obama looking to auction off America to the lowest bidder? He can't, big business has already done so.

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Should people not be allowed to have children if they are not morally, maturely, or responsibly fit? Why or why not? Explain. I personally would like to see a license required before one has children. One should have to take parenting classes before the life of an infant be placed in their hands. I know this is impossible to implement and enforce, but I think parenting is such an important job, and it seems that few take it seriously.

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If there isn't a God, this world will go on forever with no judgement day? This isn't a question, it is a statement. To clarify, it is an incorrect statement. Eventually our sun will die, and in the process, it will expand to engulf the Earth. Fin.

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Is my friend a dickhead for thanking God for his mother surviving then the doctor who saved her? Here's my counter question: If his mother died, would he blame God, or the doctor?

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What is your opinion on this? http://www.everystudent.com/features/isthere.html Drivel. Refuted, repackaged drivel.

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Some people wont admit to believing in GOD because then they'd feel compelled to change their current behavior and lifestyle ? That's not a question, that's a statement, and I suppose it is a statement that reflects relatively few people. I base that supposition on the fact that most people openly believe in a deity of some sort, and most of the people I know that don't used to but gave it up after well reasoned thinking and investigation. Therefore, while your statement may reflect actual people, I claim it is such a...

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Which of these is less likely...a superficial thinker morphing into a profoundly thoughtful thinker or the reverse? Why? I think the latter is more likely. Thinking hard thoughts is hard work. It takes practice. Its is far easier to slip down the slope than it is to climb up the hill.

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Can a simple person deal effectively with complex issues? How? Does the wiring of the brain change according to the challenge? Yesterday I heard of a study which concluded that, based on the mother's stress level while pregnant, the baby's brain will develop differently. High stress = high cortisol (I think it was cortisol), which leads to an overdevelopment of the part of the brain that deals with our fight or flight impulses. In contrast, low stress = low cortisol, which causes less development of this part of the...

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If a miracle was said to have happened but but was only reported over 30 years later, would that be sufficient proof? Assuming it is the way you mention it, several people saw it but no other evidence, then what we have is hearsay. Given what I know about eyewitness testimony and group think, I would doubt the authenticity of the claim from the get go.

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Are you for or against the use of euthenasia? Why? What is your stance on this practice in the medical field? It should be an option.

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What books have had the greatest influence on ur life? The God Delusion, The Last Days of Ancient Sunlight, Atlas Shrugged, Don't Know Much About History... There are others, but this is what I came up with without thinking.

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Herman Cain believes China is seeking nuclear capability. Wouldn't you want your president to know a LITTLE bit about the world? Hasn't China had nukes since the 60's?

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What if Jesus told you you had to find the Triforce and save Zelda? I'd grab my wooden sword and my boomerang and head out!

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Was god invented to intimidate and keep people in religions or were religions created because people were already scared and superstitious? I really don't think either, but closer to the latter. I think gods and religions grew up organically out of our ignorance and natural curiosity. Just as a child stumbles through life, early humanity had to make a lot of mistakes and utilize a lot of "training wheel beliefs" in order to get through. The problems come along when we grow up and refuse to take off the training wheels.

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Was god invented to intimidate and keep people in religions or were religions created because people were already scared and superstitious? I really don't think either, but closer to the latter. I think gods and religions grew up organically out of our ignorance and natural curiosity. Just as a child stumbles through life, early humanity had to make a lot of mistakes and utilize a lot of "training wheel beliefs" in order to get through. The problems come along when we grow up and refuse to take off the training wheels.

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Is requiring general elective credits while pursuing a major in college just a way colleges force more money out of students? Why? No, its a way of teaching you about more than your major, it teaches you about the world and about life. I think schools should require a broader mix, including Ethics, Logic and Civics.

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Many people have different views regarding Heaven. What are yours? Heaven is a poetic way to discuss the sky or space. Its mythological background also makes it a modern synonym for bliss.

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Your choice of surface for walking barefoot, sand, carpet, wood, tile, gravel, sawdust, dirt, pebbles, water or other? I'll go for sand.

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14 months and i have no idea if im still motivated to be in this relationship anymore. Im miserable but i do love him. Please HELP ME!!! I think you should break it off. It is possible for two people to love each other, but be no good together. In that case, the best way to show that love is to go your separate ways. Or, perhaps you both need time alone, or time to grow, time apart to be yourselves before you are ready to be together. Either way, I think you should call it quits.

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what is your opinion on Ben Steins "Expelled"? I used to enjoy Ben Stein, I thought he is an intelligent man, but the amount of intellectual dishonesty in this film made me cringe.

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Man files obscenity complaint over silhouette of a naked woman on neighbors bumper sticker. Should she have to remove it? Is it obscene? How silly. If you don't like the decal, don't look.

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Understanding unbelievers...If God ran the world the way you think He should, would you then believe? The only thing that would make be believe is if the universe operated (I don't care for the word "run" because it already assumes an active "runner") in such a way that it looked like there was an intelligence behind the scenes.

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Why do so many "free thinkers" want to control other peoples thoughts? I can't speak for other "free thinkers," but I like to promote thought and have an intelligent dialogue. Many people equate basic questions with a challenge, or an attempt at thought control. Keep in mind that if you claim that 2+2=5, my pointing out your error doesn't mean I'm trying to control your thoughts, its simply pointing out an error.

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Do you think there will ever be an atheist televangelist? Would you send money to 'support the cause'? No, I don't think there ever could be. There is no "cause" for atheism, in fact, I'm not sure why the word "atheism" exists. There isn't a special word for people who don't believe in unicorns.

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Americans vs Brits? I agree with you. I think its hard for most people to give up a bit of national pride, but once we get past that, our two nations have a lot in common.

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What are some examples of unwise religious beliefs? Believing that God will cure my child, so why bother with medicine?

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"unlikely,Atheism is going to be a religion in America." What do you think about this statement? I have no idea what it is trying to say. Was this quoted mid-sentence? Why is "atheism" capitalized? However, if we drop the "unlikely," I would say that it is false in an absolute sense, but possible in a metaphorical sense.

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Atheism - the only rationale choice because... I'm not 100% happy with this answer, but it was the closest. In my opinion, doubt is the only rational choice, and therefore, we should all be agnostic. However, if you end up an agnostic theist or an agnostic atheist, that is a different story, but I have trouble with anyone that claims some absolute, universal knowledge.

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Understanding Atheism... If Heaven and hell were scientifically proven, which place would you rather be for eternity.... Well, if that were to happen, (lets just assume it passed all the peer reviewed scientific muster), then I would no longer be an atheist (once I went over the data myself), and would likely choose heaven. I'm an atheist because that is where the evidence points, not because I've got an ax to grind.

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I believe in God from a Judeo/Christian perspective. Why are so many people on this website atheistic? I suggest that the ratio seems out of whack to you because you are not used to having your Judeo/Christian perspective challenged.

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Were the original pagans theists or atheists? Neither, or maybe both. The term pagan (in Latin, paganus) was first used by early Christians to refer to anyone not Christian or Jewish. I believe the word is a Christian version of the Jewish "gentile" and was basically used similarly as "infidel" is used in Islam. Basically, it means "other." So, as the term was originally used to mean anyone neither Jewish or Christian, it may have been...

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The Jesus Church of Latter-day Saints stated for its Halloween event that no ‘cross gender’ costumes were allowed. Is this legal? Legal? So far as I see it. Silly? No more so than Halloween itself.

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After blaming everything from GWB to ATM machines for persistent unemployment, when will Obama admit he's the problem? Yeah, you are right. Obama should be pushing harder. He needs to be more progressive and RAM things through the obstructionist congress. I'm disappointed that he has moved so far to the center since his inauguration.

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How would you feel if the Queen of England showed up at your door with a couple of sailors and ordered you to lend them your spare room I'd tell her to go jump in a lake. However, if she had asked nicely, it would be all hers.

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When i pay with debit card do i get a bill home or is it automatically deducted from my account? It comes out immediately.

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Should the US pass a law forbidding Muslims or Scientologists from holding public office or owning property? Why not, some states have laws preventing atheists from holding office.

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How do you feel about gas stations advertising their cancerous poisonois Tobacco products? Should they be allowed to do this! I don't have a problem with it. I actually find it a bit amusing. Disgusting, but also amusing.

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Being dismissive/derisive works to dilute some things.The "Occupy (your city in the blank) movement is not going away.Are you worried yet? I'm not worried, but it seems that many on the right are terrified.

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Obama's student loan relief is here! Isn't it fun seeing him flail for some giveaway to save his presidency? I worked full time while going to college, and paid for my lower level classes out of pocket. I got some loans for my last two years, to pay for tuition only. I still paid for books and other fees on my own. This program will not help me, but I'm glad it will help some. No matter who you help, even if you give a dime to a panhandler, there are other people you don't help. Get over it.

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Amid all the occupy wall street protests, we're still buying stuff.. What brands/companies will you continue to support or buy from? Whenever possible, I buy from small, privately owned, local businesses.

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Should religion be taught in public schools? And i mean like a religion class not like praying and stuff in school. Absolutely! Religions have played and continue to play an important part in our society. As such it is important not to avoid learning about them in school. However, to teach one as true and another as false would be wrong. However, at what level and in what depth are to be determined.

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What do you do when you need to talk to someone so bad that it almost seems unbearable to keep it all inside, but there's no one? Write a journal. I actually set up an E-mail account and will occasionally send myself an E-mail. Writing it out helps.

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Ron Paul's Sanctity of Life Act defines life: beginning at conception. banning abortion, hormonal BC the pill&IUDs. Do you support it? No, I disagree almost completely.

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I should have gotten my period 15 days ago and still dont.I took pregnancy test and all were negative, I have a lot of the symptoms Many pregnancy tests don't work properly until you are 5-6 weeks along. Therefore, you might be pregnant, even though it doesn't show up on the tests.

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If you're an atheist, and you're serious about it, how do you respond to someone saying MERRY CHRISTMAS to you? I say "Merry Christmas" back. First off, if you celebrate a holiday, I hope you have a good time. If not, have a nice Tuesday, or whatever day it is. Secondly, Christmas is barely a religious holiday anymore. It is secular and commercial. Many people celebrate it without any religious meaning. I celebrate it too, with time for family and the giving of gifts. The mythology it is founded on means...

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Should higher education be free? Why or why not? Free, no, but a four degree shouldn't have to cost $40,000.

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Does alien life either simple, complex, intelligent, or unintelligent exist? Why or why not? The only answer is, we don't know, however, it is quite likely.

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Does anyone, really believe, that intelligence was derived from mindless chance, that animals and plants evolved over time, really? People do, I do. It is the best explanation we currently have.

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Since man is imperfect, then no religious group is without faults, so which one really seeks to follow God's written Record? Unless said God penned the "written Record" him or herself, I wouldn't believe a word of it. You yourself admit that man is imperfect, and NO Christian even suggests that men did not pen the bible, so therefore, by your logic, the bible is not to be trusted.

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Would an Almighty Giver of life give signs to warn stubborn non-believers, or doubters, and why not? If such an entity existed, he could do whatever he wanted. Your question does not provide enough information to form an educated opinion.

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How do you know which religion to believe? I don't believe any of them. I grew dissatisfied with the religion I grew up with, so I started to look around on my own. What I realized is that they all suck. If you want to see Truth, don't look in a book, look at the universe.

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Discuss the criteria you will employ to determine if people on earth are religious, in other words, what does religion look like? Religion is a word that describes the artifacts, practices and traditions of a belief system that is based upon the belief of, and usually, the worship of, a supernatural deity. At the very least, for a person to be religious, they need to not only believe in such a deity, but participate in some sort of traditional activity (prayer, communion, attending rituals, etc). Also, a religious person...

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Have you considered choking the monster taking your money out of big banks and putting it into a local bank or credit union? Why/Why not? I did, then a big bank bought up my local one.

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Are Humans Evolving or Deteriorating? From what I hear, its just the Y Chromosome that is losing genes, not the entire human genome.

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Is there a god, and either way, how do we know? The only answer is, we don't know. However, depending on the particular god we are talking about, near 50/50 to near nil.

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Baby Formula is one of the top five items stolen the most in the world.True? Its #2 on the list of things stolen from my store, right behind liquor.

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How did people NOT know the Earth was round, but were SURE it was flat? Because they accepted what was "known" without investigating. When people started investigating, what was "known" changed. My eighth grade teacher tried to convince us that the Earth was flat. We had to prove to us that it wasn't. We couldn't, until he taught us how. People had to learn how.

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Does any one know of any religion that teaches God does not really care . Has any of you Christians ever been told that by other Christians? Deism suggests that there is a creator who either doesn't care, or has gone away.

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What do you view as absolutely true beyond a shadow of a doubt? Why? Nothing. When we stop doubting, we stop thinking.

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Do you adore/abhor hypothetical questions? Do you prefer having a link to click rather than deal with something imagination-based? I generally like hypothetical, so long as there aren't too many ridiculous restrictions. Its a good mental exercise, which, if done right, can teach you something about yourself. However, when done poorly, they can be obviously leading and quite frustrating.

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Why has AB abolished the automatic log-in system? Every time I switch my computer back on I have to log in again. Why? That is a problem for me too. If I ever log out, I have to log back in each subsequent time. However, after a while, it seems to remember. I can't figure it out, but it has happened to me a couple of times.

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The answer is GOD, but rather than accept this ..people find more complex answers that dont even work - what a mess ? Only if the question is, "What answer is easy and intellectually lazy?"

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can you eat soup with chopsticks? there is soup on the menues! It depends on the type of soup. Many Asian noodle soups are made to be eaten with chopsticks, or chopsticks and a spoon.

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Why don't the protestors illegally gathering realize that if they worked hard enough they could be in the top 1% too? Because that is not true. In capitalism, someone must lose. Maybe one works harder, maybe its just luck, but everybody can't be a winner. Because it isn't always the amount of sweat put into one's life that decides one's income. Because where you end usually depends on where you start.

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Have you found it true that school days, particularly high school, were the best days of your life? No, I never cared for High School. It was probably the worst, most frustrating 4 years of my life.

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Why should a rich person have to give away his or her riches if he or she earned them through hard work? Because people rarely earn riches by the sweat of their brow alone. Status of birth, placement of birth and the unequal usage of the commons are just a few of the many factors that often play into one becoming rich.

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Atheists - How will you feel when you find out that there really is a God and that you have spent your life mocking him? What does seven smell like? Just because a sentence is in the grammatical format of a question does not mean it deserves an answer.

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What do you do when you are settled down and have a family but find that you are still not over someone in your past and dream about them? Admit to yourself that it is an issue, then admit to yourself that it he/she is in the past and what you have now, even though there are flaws, is greater than a deified figure from your past. Then, get on with living.

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What is your reaction to people using a long list of scriptures in their comments and their views are different from your own? If their scriptures are used to support their point, as one might cite an expert or a study, its ok. However, when the scriptures are expected to speak for themselves, and only support each other, I can only conclude that the individual doesn't really have thoughts of their own, but that they can only parrot what they have been told.

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What are the differences between the caste system and the social status in north america? The caste system has been (allegedly) abandoned, but far too many people fail to our social caste system, drinking kool-aid of the "American Dream." We can't fix a system when people refuse to admit that it is broken.

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Is a medical doctor with a MBA in Systems Engineering the best person in the world? No, you could have 25 doctorates on your wall next to your 5 Nobel prizes, but none of those things make you a good person, or even a good employee. In fact, seeing as this question is in the "Careers" category, such a person would be overqualified for a good number of jobs.

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If you went to see your favourite band and they didn't play your favourite song, would you be disappointed? Yeah, I think so. I know a band that I saw perform several times in the late 90s never performed songs from their first two albums. I don't know if it was a contract thing or what, but it was disappointing because there were good songs on those albums.

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You are pro legislation that supports your views. What about those whose views are being trampled by that legislation? What about them? Generally, yes. I think most people generally think their views are the best way to go for everybody (or at least most people). However, I think there is a clear line between "being trampled" and "being reigned in."

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Is it a fact about human psychology that the only thing that humans really want is pleasure and freedom from pain? No, it is not a fact. This is a very basic component that humans share with many others in the Animal Kingdom, but humans (and likely some others) go beyond this.

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Are New Hampshire voters smarter than the rest of us? Do they love our country more? Why do they get first say in who our choices are? That state has chosen to hold its primaries first. Theoretically, any state could schedule their primaries just about any time they want.

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Do you think it is ethical to unearth a dead body after it has been buried? In general, no. However, there might be all sorts of legal issues, as well as the traditions of the family, but, in general, no. A dead body is just a clump of matter that resembles a human. It is nothing special.

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Can you prove that dreams exist? Nope. I can prove that there is a certain level of brain activity when in what we call REM sleep, but I cannot prove to you that a dream is happening.

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how many bosses have you had that expected you to get everything all in one shot, less training? My current boss expects me to get all my work done, plus a bunch of hers, and her favorite thing to do is give me more little tasks when she leaves.

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Is homosexuality a requirement to serve Satan.. No, but belief in the Judeo-Christian tradition is.

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Why do so many people think that the concept of a murderous god is somehow loving or just? Faulty reasoning. FIRST, they believe God is loving or just. THEN, when they read about the slaughter, they assume it is justified because they already believe God is loving and just. Instead of looking at all the facts, they let one point override the other.

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When absolutely every particle (stars, planets etc)in the Universe merges / integrates into one: will that be who and what God is? If that were to happen, it wouldn't be God. God is a human construct, or, more correctly, there are many different human constructs with the label "God." The concept "God" is a lot like the concept "love" or "evil." It only makes sense when there is a human mind to decode the concept. If all matter and energy were to combine into one point, it would just be really dense.

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GOP wants to stop insurance companies from offering abortion coverage. Doesn't this conflict with thier no-regulation/free market stance? Its called hypocrisy. I don't know why you're surprised.

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Cain on abortion: No ‘exceptions for rape and incest’ Agree/disagree? Why? I disagree with Mr. Cain. I am anti-abortion, but pro-choice. I understand that many disagree with me, but to force a woman who has been raped to carry the rapist's child to term is cruel and unusual punishment, and in true fashion of the American criminal justice system, it punishes the victim.

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Do you support local merchants? Why is that a good or bad idea? I do whenever possible. Not just local, but locally owned. That way your money (and taxes) stay local.

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ONE answer please...44% of Americans do this every day. What is it? Take vitamins

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Gas where I am (petrol diesel) is $2 a liter, if it was the same price in your neck of the woods, would that curtail your driving habits. Not really. Aside from a little bit around town, the only driving I do is to work and back. Unfortunately that's 40 miles one way. That would increase the price by a little over 100% from where it is right now. It would hurt, a lot, but there isn't much cutting I can do to my driving.

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Can you count to ten in a language other than English? Spanish, German, Vietnamese and Korean. Does sign language count? If so, add that to the list.

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What are three things the Tea Party have that the Occupy crowd dont? A news organization that goes out of its way to exaggerate numbers comes to mind right away.

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I had my first kiss ever with my boyfriend who I really like alot, vut I didn't "feel" anything! what does this mean? It doesn't MEAN anything. There could be a hundred reasons. Perhaps you were so nervous that you couldn't FEEL what was going on. Perhaps you have watched too much TV and have unrealistic expectations regarding what you should have been feeling. Perhaps you were so worried about your own breath, or your own skill, or your parents walking in, or this, or that, etc, etc, etc that you misread...

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Isn't it the individual's responsibility to "bullet proof" their life against the natural ups and downs in the economy? Theoretically, yes, but in practice, no. The system is set up for most people to fail. The one in a million that pulls themselves up by their bootstraps simply helps the delude the rest of the population into thinking that their luck was due to hard work and that anybody can do it.

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Why can't the Occupy Wall Street protestors shut up and find a job? They seem to like being martyrs. There are no jobs. Unemployment is over 9% right now, and that doesn't count people that have been looking so long that they have given up. Do you think all these people are just too lazy? Who is going to hire them to clean up the streets? Why not the "job-creators" that have been enjoying tax cuts for the last 30 years?

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Do you remember the days before cable TV, CDs, cellphones, laptops and the internet? Any fond memories or stories you'd like to tell? I'm not that old, and I remember. Well, technically, cable TV was around, but we didn't have it. We had 13 channels, records, one phone on the wall in the kitchen, and what's the internet?

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Do you think playing video and computer games for extended periods of time increases the likelihood of obesity in adults and children? I think it is likely one component of many that affects the likelihood of obesity.

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Parents: How often do you worry about your child(ren)? Always

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I called my grandma a bitch. My dad later spanked me. I am 14/female. Would you have handled it differently if you were my dad? How so? I can't imagine using corporeal punishment on my children, ESPECIALLY if they were 14. In my opinion, using violence as a punishment (especially at your age)is more often than not counterproductive. Furthermore, don't call your grandma names. Even if its true.

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What do you wish parents would tell their children more often? I don't want you to take my word for it, go out and look at the world. Then, decide for yourself.

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Why do some parents complain about whats on T.V and that their kids are watching it in the middle of the night? There is a simple fix to this problem. Get rid of the TV. When we moved recently, we found that our cable company didn't service our new home, and none of the companies that do service our new area had plans that fit our needs. As a result, we don't have any TV. We still keep them around to watch movies from time to time, but no TV. I don't miss it a bit.

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IS make-up and jewelry even needed?(I think too many people wear too much of both.) Needed, no, but when used tastefully, they can bring out one's natural beauty. However, I agree that many people overdo both, and not just kids who are still learning how.

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Why is it when you talk about life being on other planets, everyone always uses humans as a reference to disprove it? I'm not sure what you are getting at. How could humans be used to disprove the possibility of extraterrestrial life? Of course it goes without saying that if there were life elsewhere it would be different from humans. Life that evolved in a different environment would certainly look different. However, this is assuming you are talking to life on the intellectual level as humans, since there...

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Can we all agree and say we don't know if there is or isn't a god? Why or why not? I'll go for that. I consider myself to be an agnostic atheist. I don't believe there are gods, but I recognize that I don't have all the information. Plus, before we can even begin to deal with that discussion, we need to decide what kind of "god" we are talking about. Are we talking about YHWH, Zeus, Krishna, Jesus, Gautama, the FSM or something more vague like a pantheistic or panantheistic...

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Do people generally think you are religious? If so, do you know why? Do you agree with them? Why or why not? I have been mistaken for a Christian, even though I am an atheist. More than once, someone has made such a remark when they have gotten to know the way I live my life and the way I treat others.

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What would your kids call the cops on you for? Probably for aspirating her nose. She hates that!

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How should I go about starting a Occupy movement in my own country? Anybody has some tips? I would go to http://www.occupytogether.org There is a link on the front page that reads: "Click to find or organize a group in your area."

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What is the ultimate outcome of the Occupy Wall Street demonstrations? If that was known, we would just go ahead and make the changes so we can all get home. The point is that we don't know. Its time to see how pissed off the people are.

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In 1968 a student working 6.2 hours a week at minimum wage could pay for college. Should we have the same standards now? I like his point about education being part of the "public good." I think education is an investment in the future (healthcare too); we think we are a civilized society, so lets get together and take care of each other not only for their sake, but for our own.

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Which option best describes the bible? I could have voted for 4 out of those five, but I think this answer filled it out best. The bible has bits of accuracy (ie, there is a place called Egypt), but all the parts that are important seem to be fiction (ie, there is no evidence that the Jews were ever held as slaves in Egypt).

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What would make a person who is not religious come across as religious? Why? A non-religious person have a religious discussion with a religious person. I often discuss theology with believers from an, "if we assume the bible is correct, then..." perspective.

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Do you think that using religion as an excuse to justify sexism is the same thing as calling God a pig? I'm not sure about the way you worded that. Using religion to justify sexism is not calling God a pig, however, claiming that people use religion to justify sexism might be calling God a pig. I, however, do not think God is a pig, because you have to exist before you can be swine. I think humans are often pigs.

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Are religions clubs for the extremely gullible to join so they are with like minded people? I think that is often the result, but not the intent. I think most religions started off honestly thinking they are doing the right thing, but then they gathered momentum and became a force in their own right.

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Would Satanism be considered a branch of Christianity? Yes, it is, or at least of branch of the Judeo-Christian tradition.

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Any idea why some preachers use "Thee/Thou/Thy" in their sermons/prayers; when that is not the way Jesus and God would have spoken? It creates a feeling of "otherness," making listeners feel like they are part of something special. It may also give their words more authority since many people are used to hearing that type of speech from the bible. Listeners may mistake the preacher's words for those they themselves believe to be of divine origin.

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What are some alternate positive responses in question form? (Is the Pope Catholic?, Is there any other kind? etc., etc.,) I always used, "is the pope Jewish?" to mean "no."

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Are emotions spiritual or physical? Emotions are physical in nature, owing to chemicals in the brain. The thing that is YOU is not your body, nor your emotions. You can see your emotions, experience them, realize that they are not you and control the effect they have on you.

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I usually get the 7-year itch in 7 months. Am I just allergic to marriage? I wouldn't say you are allergic to marriage, its just the infatuation wearing off. That's the point that relationships cease to be all fun and romance and begin to be real work. However, its the real work that leads to the real fulfillment.

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Do you believe in ghosts? Do you have any scary experiences? No, I do not believe in ghosts, but I have been scared by many different things in my three decades on this planet.

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Can you concentrate better with or without music playing in the backgroud? Depends on what I am concentrating on and what type of music we are talking about. If I am doing something that requires calculations, I work best in silence, or perhaps with instrumental music. If I am doing something that requires dexterity, but not calculations or other complex thoughts, I like something that I might sing along with. However, if I am tired, or there are other distractions, I...

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What is your favorite argument against atheism? what is your favorite argument against theism? Against theism: There is no reason to believe something for which there is insufficient evidence. Against atheism: ??? I don't have an argument against atheism. It is the default position and the only prudent position. Arguing against it is like arguing against measuring twice, suggesting that you just cut.

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Do you like a lot of pomp/pizazz/jazz fancydancy ceremony or is simplicity your cuppa tea? Always been like that or did you change? I prefer low key, intimate events. I have always been this way. I similarly dislike most holidays because such a big deal is made of them. If Christmas was simply a day off work to spend with family, I would be all about it. Instead, its two months of retail chaos, followed by weeks of cleanup. Why? For what?

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Do you ever stand up while you are eating your breakfast, lunch, or dinner? If you do, why? I do. I think its a result of working retail for most of my life. To prepare, eat and cleanup a full meal in 15 minutes takes a bit of skill. I have to really think and prepare for a "proper" sit-down meal. I will often make a sandwich at the counter and eat it right there while I pace and/or do other work/projects in between bites.

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Teachers. We've had great ones and not-so-great. How was your least favorite teacher different from all the others? I would have to nominate my 6th grade English/Language Arts/Math teacher. I know many students have a teacher they think didn't like them, or had some vendetta against them, but I really think this teacher disliked my family. She failed both of my older siblings, and she began to do the same to me. I had gotten high marks in those subjects and all others throughout grade school, and once my...

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Isn't it a shame that the "Occupy Boston" bums are crowding out downtown events that benefit job-creating small businesses? Way to try to spin it! I applaud your effort. However, I don't think its a shame.

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We don't like flipfloppers. We want politicians to stay the course. What if you change your mind? Are you stuck with what you don't believe? There is nothing wrong with changing your mind as new information comes in, the problem comes when you change your position frequently or seemingly to remain popular. "In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." -Thomas Jefferson

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What rhymes with poem? Phloem

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Are you sober? Not alcohol-wise,temperament-wise. Are you always grave, solemn, serious or do you kick up your heels at times? How? It try to keep an even keel because I have discovered that great highs are followed by equal lows. This doesn't mean that I don't have fun, am a total buzz kill. I laugh and joke and have fun, but my real excitement comes from having a good sweat.

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What would make you feel like hitting up the gym? Waking up. I wish I had the time and stability of schedule to hit the gym daily.

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What activity have you dropped because you are getting old? I'm not there yet, and I don't plan on it. I might have to adjust how I practice, but I don't plan on stopping.

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Why is atheism on the increase ? It is a natural consequence of modern religion. Religions make sense until they are taken literally, and modern religions all demand to be taken literally. As a result, religions in general have lost two of their functions. They no longer speak to the human psyche (since they now demand to be understood as historical facts) and they no longer explain the universe since they are being disproven...

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Why do people think Atheism and Agnostisism are on some kind of scale, when the words are not even defining the same thing? I was raised to think that anyone that was not a believer (agnostic, atheist or a member of a different religion) were all equally wrong, and we didn't really talk about it. I can't imagine my parents caring about the difference. I didn't understand the difference until it was pointed out to me here on AB and I went to do my own research.

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Should the attorney general, Erik Holder, be accountable like everyone else for lying to congress? Erik Holder should be held accountable for not pressing charges against Cheney and Bush.

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Would you vote for Michelle Obama? I don't know enough about her, and I don't know what office she it running for (hypothetical or not).

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What would you think if some Christian extremists -EG. Fred Phelps- decided to become atheist? First off, I would wonder what their agenda is, because you cannot DECIDE to be an atheist any more that you can decide to believe a stone is a rabbit. However, assuming it was a real discovery, I would agree with The Anonymous Witch. It would be a reason to have hope.

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When did life begin? We have ideas and best estimates, but no one knows for sure. Also, all of our ideas and best estimates are about life ON EARTH. Maybe life arose first elsewhere.

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A major asset of religious scripture is wisdom -so should that mean religious people are wise people? While a major portion of religious scripture MAY BE wisdom, the majority of readers in the modern world have forgotten how to read them. "Every religion is true one way or another. It is true when understood metaphorically. But when it gets stuck in its own metaphors, interpreting them as facts, then you are in trouble." -Joseph Campbell

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When you go to a spa, does the gender of the masseuse matter to you, or do you have a preference? As a male, I find being massaged by another male is a bit uncomfortable, even though I have been massaged by males who were as good or better than some of the females I had seen regularly.

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Why do colleges offer degrees that don't help students get a job? Many of those degrees that seem worthless are not, IF you go into higher study. For example, if you get a bachelors in Psychology, you can do almost nothing with it. However, if you go on to get a Masters or Doctorate, there ARE things you can do with the education. However, I think the real reason is that there is a demand for it. As I understand it, it USED TO BE the case that having a 4...

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Should caring/concern/compassion/sympathy/empathy be like spigots/lightswitches that you turn on off at will or should they be unending? I think it seems easy to say that they should be unending, but there is a point where you must shut it off or you will drown in another's sorrow, or starve because you have given away all you have to others. As with all things, it is balance that is needed.

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Do you ever sit and wonder just how far down Jadzia Dax those spots go? They go all the way down to her feet. There was an episode where she was wearing something non-standard issue.

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Graph of the day: Unemployment soars, household income sinks under Obama. GWB's fault? Does anyone ever think that maybe the system is broken? No one person is to blame, and no one person can fix it, especially in 3 years. All one person can do it take a few steps forward or backward, and hope he/she is headed in the right direction.

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Observers who sympathize call them protesters. Those who don't call them agitators/thugs/mobs. Who are these people to you? Assuming we are talking about the Occupy Wall Street movement: They are protesters. There may be a few thugs or agitators among them, but that is the case with any large group. A mob is defined as a disorderly group intent on causing violence. This is not the case.

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True or false - The Concept of God Exists, therefore God Exists ? False. By that logic Thor, Zeus and unicorns all exist.

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Those of you who claim to have "looked for God", but couldn't find Him: Did you have a proper look; or just a "guy's look"?.....lol I'm not sure my situation counts as "looking for God." I was indoctrinated into my parent's religion before I can remember. I didn't question, I knew there was a God. When I got older, I left the religion because it didn't jive with me, but I still considered myself to be Christian. Then learned more, and I left Christianity. Then I learned more and I now consider myself to be an agnostic...

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Is there an angle watching over you? Yeah, she's acute!

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Pick a number from 1-400,000. If you get it right I will send you a 75 year old US penny. π

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What are your ACT and GPA scores I never took the ACTs or the SATs and I have no idea what my high school GPA was. However, I graduated college with a GPA of 3.78/4

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Do you think Christ was the most awesome man who ever walked the earth No. Jesus might have been a cool guy, but the character of the Christ is almost entirely fictional.

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which of the four horsemen(Sam Harris, Richard Dawkins, Daniel Dennett or Christopher Hitchens) do you like best? and why :D I'm torn between Harris and Dawkins. Neither gives anything, and both approach the subject from their own angle.

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Do you consider yourself to be an Alpha male/female ? why/why not? I usually try to avoid this role, but it often finds me. I often find myself in a position of medium formal authority, with those above me deferring to me. I must be doing something to make it happen.

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Do you believe in the saying "nothing lasts forever"? I could answer both true and false. It is true that no thing will avoid destruction throughout time, it is also true that the fundamental components that make up matter will never be destroyed.

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What things do you say when you are hurt that you do not really mean (if this applies to you)? I have never understood people who do this. I fail to comprehend how one can be so hurt or angry that they strike another or say mean things. I have been hurt and I have been angry, but not since I was a child have I struck out at another in my pain.

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Are you a sincere truth seeker? Yes, I am.

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How do you handle another person's critique? Negatively, or do you take it humbly? I think it is very easy to take it personally and get defensive, especially if the criticism was not asked for or given in a harsh way. However, it is my goal to take criticism, even the unsolicited, humbly and seek to apply it.

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is it normal to be making 3 or 4 bags of trash each day for a family of 5? also, do you ever throw out kids toys when they're not there? We are only a family of three (my daughter is quite young), but we only make one 13 gallon bag per week. Some weeks, we don't even make that and don't put any trash out. No, we don't throw out kids toys, especially not behind their backs. Unless the toy is broken beyond repair, it gets donated. Between donations recycling, we manage to keep our trash generation to a minimum.

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Atheists: have you ever heard any argument from the other side that you couldnt answer, or that made you stop and think? Not really, at least, not since I have firmly come to my current position. The basic argument is one from ignorance, along the form of, we don't know, so it must have been (a) god. Most anti-atheistic arguments are derived form this form, and I don't give them much thought, except as an interesting intellectual exercise.

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How should you legally defend yourself if someone insults you? Walk away, not only is it legal, its civilized and prudent. To do more is foolish.

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Do you prefer to be called by your name, last name, sir or maam? This depends entirely upon the venue and by whom I am being addressed. I don't have a preference, so long as the address is appropriate for the person and the situation. Having said that, the title of which I am most proud is Dada, and only a few have the right to use it.

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Conservatives must sign a pledge (per Grover Norquist)to never raise taxes. Do they also pledge to service the wealthy? Who controls that? The ideas are one in the same. It is the wealthy that tend to pay less than their fair share of taxes, so by promising that they won't raise taxes, conservatives are pledging to serve the wealthy.

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Where does human hardwork end and divine intervention begin? Divine intervention begins when we stop working and accept whatever happens to us, thanking or blaming a deity.

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Can you name a religion, such as Mormonism, that places a lot of value on money? Scientology, Catholicism

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is it really that unreasonable to want to go home from work on time? This sounds like your standard modern day management. It makes the balance books look good to cut the workforce, but in practice, you end up paying your remaining employees lots of overtime. I feel your pain, except I'm not allowed to get overtime, I'm just expected to get more work done in 40 hours while my staff keeps getting cut. I have the title of a manager, but I do 80% of the front line...

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question for pro public breast feeding activists, if it's natural to breastfeed in public, what about pissing? You are comparing apples to oranges. While it is true that both are considered distasteful for social reasons, one is rooted in sanitation concerns. Secondly, if we assume that both are distasteful, one is done out of necessity (when baby is hungry, baby needs to eat) the other as a convenience (you could go into the bathroom, unless you have some medical problem). Finally, (another ABer made...

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if evolution is where it's at, how come there isn't an uber predator preying on humans? There aren't, if there were we wouldn't be here. We are here because of evolution; the right combination of faster, stronger and smarter for the conditions of the planet right now. Right here, right now, we fill a niche. That might change tomorrow, and if we fail to adapt, we will be the next extinction.

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If all the WISDOM of each religion were summarized and compared -would it all amount to about the same thing? Yes, when you take away all the wrapping (both the beautiful and the ugly) and the superfluous, you will end up with a single word, "compassion," which can be summed up in the "Golden Rule" as suggested by CeeBee.

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The Brainless right wingers. Why is it they...? As there is little or no actual news reporting going on in the US today, that makes perfect sense. The "reporting" on the right will vilify anything that goes against their motives. Unfortunately, the so called left wing media bias is all but non-existent. There is more of a corporate bias than a left wing bias, leaving John Q. Public holding the short end of the stick It is damn tough to find...

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When did America start going downhill completely? (Republicans please blame welfare cheats, Democrats please blame rich people) When we as a society focused more on wealth accumulation than on personal development. When this happened it created the rift between the rich and the poor and created the rich people the left go on about and the need for a welfare system that those on the right go on about. If our system wasn't set up to make profit at ANY cost, we might actually build value.

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Some people always try to give their best which can be quite a lot...sometimes not. Are there times you hold back your best? Why? I don't know that I hold back my best, but there are time when i don't see it as worth it to put forth the effort of my best. For instance, at work when I know less will do and my best will go overlooked. Or when I know it will be a long day and I have to save energy for other tasks.

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If all radio/TV stations gave political candidates 1 hour per week free air time to campaign would you like that? No other ads allowed? Yes, this would help to take the money out of politics. Perhaps we could actually elect leaders on their skills as legislators and executors instead of on their fund raising skills.

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Whom do you think was the last competent leader of any country and why do you think so? Any competent leaders now? Who? I'm no scholar of world leaders, but I'll bet there have been many. The problem is that the system of governance (in the US definitely, no doubt elsewhere) hinders competency. We think of presidents and prime ministers as leaders of the country, but in the US, the president has to share power with the legislators and the judiciary. An effective leader will have to not only be a competent...

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What do you do on the 10th anniversary of an ongoing war/commemorate? Did anyone think we'd still be in Afghanistan ten years later? I think a great many people thought we would get "mired down" in Afghanistan. The USSR got stuck there for nine years before they pulled out. I think only politics and pride are keeping us there.

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Isolationism is dead. We're all tied together economically world-wide. When do we stop being chauvinistic and embrace a world view? We will only do so when a greater threat endangers us all (actually one is, but far too many people refuse to accept it). However, I don't see a degree of isolationism as a bad thing. Who will give the last scrap of food to a beggar when their child is starving at home. We all need to take care of our own first. The key is in finding balance between what we NEED and what we want.

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Is ideology a substitute for competence? Don't know what to do,stick to the party line and you'll be fine? Or is competence essential? This is entirely dependent upon your goals. If you are a party member married to the party goal, I would imagine you would rather place an ideologue in a position of power as opposed to a person who can think for themselves. In contrast, if you don't agree with the party line (or perhaps you sort of agree, but like to hear different opinions) competence would be preferable. It is the competent...

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Do you admire protests and protesters in general? Why? I generally admire someone that is passionate enough about a cause to protest, however the way they protest and their cause itself is sometimes enough to turn my admiration to indifference or even dislike.

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Does Science improve Faith? It does in that faith can be improved by lessening it.

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What is the meaning of life? Journey on

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If it weren't for the death of Jesus, do you think people would still be stoned to death for collecting sticks on the wrong day? No, we (well, most of us) have progressed as a people beyond this archaic practice, although we still retain many similar vestiges in our culture. The life and death of Jesus did little or nothing to affect this change.

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Evolution, Creation are mutually exclusive, does the disproving of Evolution, prove Creation; does the proving of the Bible prove its Author First off, evolution and creation are not mutually exclusive. Secondly, even if they were, disproving one does not prove the other; this thinking ignores other possible explanations. Thirdly, yes, if you were able to prove that the bible was accurate (totally) it would prove its author as the bible makes claims as to its authorship. Finally, do you realize you posted links to about 3.5 hours of...

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WTH! Can people stop making fun of and insulting my God? this really infuriates me and hurts my feelings. =( Why do you get worked up over what another says about your God? Can't your God take care of him/herself? I'm not trying to be harsh, but we live in a society where everyone has their own beliefs and ways of living. If we are insulted every time someone says something distasteful, we will have no peace. If someone insults your God, I would first see if their comment had any merit. If not,...

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Who is the ultimate decision-maker? Please provide an explanation for your answer. Each individual is ultimately their own decision maker. Governments make laws, but we can choose to ignore them, religions can issue fatwas and issue edicts, but it is up to each person to follow, or not.

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Today we all face many problems. Sickness, death of loved ones, old age, financial stresses, etc. If they were indeed perfect, then, yes, they would have been able to handle such problems.

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Has Steve Jobs been more of a benefit to mankind, then Jesus Christ? I don't know the total benefit Mr. Jobs has been to mankind, but I'm not sure Jesus has been a net benefit, so, I'll vote a tentative "Yes."

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The two cruelest thing you can do to a child is registar a bithcertificate and have them babtised. Yet we think little of doing either. Why? No, you are wrong. Abusing a child is far worse.

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What is the best European country to visit in your opinion? Can you explain why? I would love to visit Germany. My roots are there and I have some distant family there.

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Can you buy dog food with food stamps? No, food stamps are for "items intended for human consumption."

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Why is the government going after oil companies for killing 28 migratory birds, but not going after the wind industry for killing... American Bird Conservancy President George Fenwick stated, "Oil pits are a known hazard to birds and the solutions to prevent these bird deaths are straightforward to implement.” Contrast this with the fact that birds are always flying into man made structures. Windows, high rise buildings, power lines, etc, etc, etc. By your standards we should stop making windows and building buildings, or...

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When should protesters be arrested? When shouldn't they be? Protesters have the constitutional right to peaceful assembly and free speech, and should not be arrested so long as they stay peaceful, even if their assembly inconveniences others. So long as they are not hurting anyone or damaging property, let them have their First Amendment rights.

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What do you wish the media would cover more? The protests in NY and across the county over the greed and corruption of the banking industry. http://occupywallst.org/

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leader are loved, feared or despised. Are you making politicians/preachers your leaders? Who/what/ really leads/guides your life ? I do. Its hard work and I make mistakes, but I do the best I can. If you are following someone else, you are not leading your life, you are leading their idea of your life. "If you can see your path laid out in front of you step by step, you know it's not your path. Your own path you make with every step you take." -Joseph Campbell

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What harm is there in believing in GOD? That depends entirely on what God is believed n.

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"It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society." - Krishnamurti. Do we live in a profoundly sick society and how do you adjust to it? I think "profoundly sick" is an excellent way to describe contemporary society. I would say that I adjust to it so as to stay on the fringe. I don't care to be caught up in it.

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What is the latests idea that you encountered that profoundly surprised you intellectually. I can't recall the last time I was profoundly surprised. There are mild surprises and lots of "oh, I can believe that"s, but I don't think I have been surprised in the way you describe in recent memory.

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Do you agree that everyone is a prisoner of his own experience. No one can eliminate prejudices. You think you have none? I don't think you can eliminate your prejudices. Keep in mind that a prejudice can relate to something as large as a population of the earth (ie, All _____ people are laze) or it can refer to something as small as your choice in breakfast juice. We all have them, they are almost impossible to spot in yourself, and they are necessary to efficient life on earth.

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Would you enjoy taking a course in or reading about the principles of logic and reasoning? Have you ever done so? I have. My two favorite classes EVER are Logic and Ethics.

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To all you fathers with daughters, how would you feel if your daughter was on the cheerleader squad? If it made her happy, good for her. While my daughter is much too young for such things at the moment, I hope to instill her with both values and the ability to make her wishes known (by force if necessary).

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Are you satisfied with your current level of education? No, I am not satisfied. I am happy with it, as I am the first person in my family to earn a college degree, but I desire more education (not just more paper on the wall, although I will earn those too, but more education).

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What do atheist say when someone sneezes? I use "salud"

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What is your favorite method of travel? Train, I think. Its a lot less cumbersome than flying, and less involved than driving. Also, if you count in time going through security, waiting for your plane, connections, taxiing, etc, is flying really faster?

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I Love Lucy, Andy Griffith or Mash, which of these is your favorite old show? All three are before my time, but I've seen them here and there. I prefer M*A*S*H because it felt more "real" to me.

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What do you prefer. Christmas day or Christmas eve? (poll) Of the two I prefer the eve, but I really prefer the whole debacle to be over in January.

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How to forget a dark past ? when it hunts you, and it makes you hate everyone. You can't, and if you try, it can lead to unhealthy consequences. Feel the pain, understand the pain, talk it over with a counselor if you need, and accept the pain. Only then will you be able to move on.

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Other than your state or province...what state/province on your continent would you like to live in? I currently live in Illinois, but would love to live in Oregon, Washington or British Columbia.

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A Christian woman told me "the Bible contains ALL the answers". How is this possible? Does that mean the bible is the original Answerbag?

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Would you change your religious beliefs to marry the person you love? Why? or Why not? I don't see how this is possible. Perhaps you can study their beliefs and honestly convert, or begin practicing their religion while keeping your beliefs private, but I don't think you can choose to change your beliefs. If it were possible, I would say it should not be done. If your s/o can't accept you the way you are, they don't deserve you.

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It is wrong to breed or domesticate animals against their will as pets. Agree or disagree and exlpain your answer thoroughly. I disagree. Animals have lived a symbiotic relationship with humans for so long, many would not make it in the wild. I recall reading a book some years back that discussed what would happen if humans disappeared. According to the author, most cats would be OK, but most dogs would die in a few weeks. They have lost the ability to live wild. Also, have you ever had a pet? The affection is often...

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Is suicide a sin? It is not a sin, but it is a waste.

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Abortion is wrong and those who commit abortion commit murder and should serve serious jailtime. Agree or disagree and exlain why. I disagree. An abortion is not murder. First off, murder is a legal term. If you kill in the name of your country while you wear its uniform, you are not a murderer (according to YOUR country). Murder only refers to the illegal killing of humans. Leading into my second point, you are not a murderer if you kill a cow or a pig. Why not, because we have not defined murder as such. But why have we...

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‎10 years ago today, America declared a "War on Terror." 10 years later, what do you think? You can't win a war against terror. Its as silly as a war on drugs or a war on poverty. Its like mowing down a weed and doing nothing about the roots. All you've done is change the look; its still there. If we don't go after the CAUSES of terrorism, drugs, poverty, etc, we will never make real change. Endless war is not an option.

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What can I do to improve my fuel economy? Drive less Drive slower Keep your tires properly inflated

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Where do you go to "recharge your batteries"? I wish I knew. I need a recharge.

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If you are, why are you anti-authority? I'm not generally anti-authority, but I bristle at authority wielded by those without the ability to properly do so. If you know what you are doing, I will follow. If you don't, get out of my way.

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Is your job secure? No, it is not. I am a union worker who has been working without a contract for about 20 months. There is much talk that the company might be trying to do major reorganizations that would eliminate positions allowing them to lay off union members. While I am eager to get a contract in place, I am also a little worried about what it will look like. Last time my union rolled over and gave the...

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Some stand out from the crowd due to excellence. Others stick out like a sore thumb for unsavory reasons. Do they know which they are? I would say that generally they don't. In my experience, those who are excellent, often think they are just part of the crowd. Perhaps toward the front, but not standing out. In contrast, those who stick out for "unsavory reasons" think they stick out for other reasons, closer to those who do so for excellence.

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In relation to the Christian God, who is the "ultimate" decision-maker? Please provide an explanation for your response. I wasn't sure exactly what you were asking for. I could have gone "God" or "None." There is no "ultimate decision maker," so I almost put down 'none.' However, according to the Christian bible, it would be God.

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In your opinion, Do people deserve respect no matter what? I think everyone starts with a baseline of respect. We should respect each other enough not to go around punching each other in the face. However, this is as far as the inherent respect goes. From that point, respect can either be earned or lost.

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Are you for or against the death penalty? I am against the death penalty for a couple reasons. First off, it is vengeance. I feel that we as a society need to move beyond "an eye for an eye." It is a barbaric remnant from a previous age. Criminals should either be rehabilitated, or simply segregated from society. Secondly, supporters of capital punishment always point out that is prevents recidivism, while this is true, so does life in...

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What will the history of the future be like? You';re looking at it!

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Is there anything wrong in my long-time dream? I see nothing wrong with this, so long as you keep avenues open for you to change your mind as your priorities change (as they most certainly will).

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How much damage can illiteracy do to a country? How long does it take to reverse the trend toward ignorance and bring it back to knowing? Illiteracy can destroy a country. I think it will take a generation to correct it. That is, a generation from when a decision is done to fix it.

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Atheists: Have you ever been a part of a religion? Which one? How do you feel about it now? I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness. When I was 17, I asked to be removed from the congregation. Now, while I feel no loyalty to the JWs, I cringe when someone criticizes them, especially if the criticism is one of the widely held misconceptions regarding the JWs.

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What do you worship other than gods? I do not worship.

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Peanut butter-crunchy or smooth? Crunchy. Creamy peanut butter is like yummy paste.

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Why are there so many different gods and religions? Ever notice how each group or culture has a god or God that is like them, reinforcing their culture and values.

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What is a large purchase that you made using saved up coins/change? (What did you buy and how much did it cost?) Whenever my jar got full (about $150) I would take it to the bank and put it in an old account that I don't really use anymore. Recently I took it out (about $800) and added it to other money as part of a down payment on a home.

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Boyfriend has saved dirty messages from his ex from before we met? They include pictures of her body, her saying dirty things, etc. Talk with him about it. Does he know it bothers you? On the other hand, why does it bother you? Everybody has a past, you need to accept this and not try to own him.

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Should abortion be legal? Safe, legal and rare

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I have decided to donate my body for transplants and/or research. Why are some people upset with this idea? I cannot imagine any logical reason to oppose this.

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Is religion is a force for good or evil? As many have mentioned, it can be either. However, since most (if not all) of the good religion can do can be found in other, non-religious, areas, one must wonder why we put up with the bad at all. If you are paying $100 a month for your water, are you going to continue paying after you have a well put in?

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From which US states can you see a sunset in a body of water? I'd bet you could see a sunset in a body of water from all 50 US states. I'm pretty sure all 50 have some rivers, lakes or even large ponds.

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I have been talking to this guy behind my husband back,and now our spouse believe we are cheating beacuse we talk on a regular base. Help What you have done is like cheating-lite. Maybe you never slept with the other guy, but you hid your relationship with him from your husband. It is a violation of trust, albeit not as bad as if you were actually cheating. The only way you can repair the damage you have done is to be up-front with your husband.

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Any current high schools in the U.S. learning evolution, please write what you think and tell me what state you live in if you want. Evolution should be taught in school as it is the best explanation for the diversity of life. I was taught evolution in middle and high school. I live in Illinois.

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How can we protect our children from negative influences in the world? We shouldn't, we should teach them how to handle them. If you just shield them from the world, whey you are gone, they will be lost, but if you teach them how to handle themselves, they will do so for a lifetime.

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if god is the unseen eye everywhere u go (this may be innapropriate) but does he see us masterbate? I think we should really be asking, "Why does he watch?"

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Why does it seem easier to solve other people's problems before fixing our own? Because change is hard, but telling someone to change is easy.

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Do you beleive in capitalism,why? I believe Capitalism exists, but I assume you are asking if I believe it is the best way. On its own, no. Capitalism is like cheese. I like eating cheese, but if you only eat cheese you will run into trouble. Similarly, we need to balance capitalism with intelligent regulation.

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Bill Gates just called. He wants to repay the $25 he borrowed from you years ago. What do I tell him? Don't worry about it, wanna get a cup of coffee?

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Determining that God/supernatural does not exist can be achieved by..? Not making assumptions based on ignorance.

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Since existence is entirely a process of nature -is EVIL simply an abstract term? Yes, "evil," like "good," is a term that humans created to describe things relative to other things. The concepts are completely abstract and worthless without each other.

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If you were given back all of the money that you have paid in to Social Security could you retire tomorrow? No, I've only been paying in for 16 years. It would be a boost to my savings, but I would still be far from retirement.

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Ridiculous (yet commonly heard of) situation, read description please... I have done this in the past too, comparing GFs to ex-Gfs or other girls in general. You see a flaw in your BF, and when you see someone else that excels in that area your BF is short in, you glorify that individual, often overlooking other, possibly larger, flaws. I dated a girl once who was VERY sexual. The physical relationship was great, but other things were lacking. Some years later,...

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why should prisoners be able to vote ? If they are citizens, they should be allowed to vote.

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what do you call it when you think the world revolves around you? It sounds like you have low self esteem with narcissistic tendencies. An interesting mix.

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Spirituality...Through which part of our body can we know God? Define the God of which you speak. Only when we come to agree regarding the exact attributes of what we are talking about can any headway be made in the discussion.

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Why do people think it is probable for a god to just exist without a creator, in other words, by chance, why would a god just exist by chance? Arrogance is one reason. Example: "I cannot imagine how the universe came to be, therefore, it must have been magic."

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Why haven't dogs undergone evolution over the years even though they are so smart? Who says they haven't?

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I don't believe in god or have any kinds of beliefs. I face this world all alone with no one to answer my prayers. How can I change this? It often takes people a lifetime to reach the point you are at. Why would you want to change?

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Do u find it easy or hard to trust people? To me it seems that u cant trust anybody like as if nobody truly cares for you. I trust easily, but that trust only goes so far. I trust very few people with important things, and only two or three absolutely.

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When you meet a female named Janie, do you start singing "Janie's got a gun"? I've never met a woman named Janie, but I imagine I would.

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Do you maximize showering time?...brush teeth & shave while showering? I shave in the shower, but that is more for the simplicity of it than for saving time. I don't brush my teeth in the shower, because that would mean that I would have to go in the shower to get my toothbrush every time I want to brush but not shower. Also, my work schedule changes on a weekly basis, so the time of day I shower also changes, however, I always brush before bed and when I wake up...

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During evolution the first human children with a soul had animals as parents.Will those children meet their animal parents in Heaven? You are making the false assumption that a soul is a special thing that humans have which animals don't. You are also assuming that evolution went no soul, no soul, no soul, soul. I think you are mistaken in both assumptions.

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What would be the right way to tackle terrorists and terrorism? Create an environment where faith is not glorified.

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Is any of the reasons given by death penalty opposers to reject it valid? I oppose the death penalty in nearly all cases. I think we need to move past our immature need for vengeance. "An eye for an eye" is a barbaric policy and it shows of a primitive culture. Its not a matter of giving people a second chance; I agree that some people are beyond redemption, but I disagree with using the power of the state to end lives.

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Are all the religions right at the end? Does atheism make any sense? I think you are on the right track, but that you too easily discount a naturalistic approach to the universe. My approach to religion can be summed up in a quote from the great Joseph Campbell, “Every religion is true one way or another. It is true when understood metaphorically. But when it gets stuck in its own metaphors, interpreting them as facts, then you are in trouble.”

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Which of the opposite sex is most appealing to you...appearance, odor or demeanor. Demeanor, no question. Confidence and the ability to take charge make up for a lot.

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Do you feel men are more superior than women? Do you feel women get limited opportunities than men? I do not feel one sex is superior than the other. However, I think women have limited opportunities in the same way that black Americans do. There is still some institutional racism/sexism, but I do not think it is the norm.

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Did you know that every person who makes at least $1million a year, especially the famous ones, all worship Satan? Really interesting. So you say they believe in the Christian God?

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Should Prisoners really be aloud to have tv's and other luxuries in Prison? Generally speaking, yes. In my opinion, prison should serve only two purposes. It should separate criminals from society (in order to protect society) and it should serve as a backdrop to rehabilitation. What prison SHOULD NOT BE is punishment. We need to move past this vindictive knee-jerk reaction to take an eye for an eye. If we believe we can rehabilitate the criminal, do so. If not, remove...

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How is this called in English? wooden device for making tables. Link to pic in description. Are you talking about the saw horses? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saw_horse

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Can you imagine the long frustration of those who had the real Obama figured out 3 years ago when he was promoted as a god? Who promoted Obama to be a god? It seems to me that it was the right talking about it, not his supporters.

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In your own opinion should Burt and Ernie of Sesame be getting married? Think of the mixed feelings our children will receive(my opinion). No, I do not. I'm not against same-sex marriage, but I think we are trying to fix something that isn't broken. I know there is all sorts of drama about Bert and Ernie's sexual preferences these days, but I know I watched them as a kid. I never even thought of such a thing until I read it in the media within recent years.

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'Nontheistic religions' (Wikipedia) consider belief in a supernatural creator God as 'unhealthy' Why would you agree OR disagree? Belief itself is not necessarily good or bad, but how that belief manifests itself in the real world could be either. For instance, if belief in such a deity made people not care about the environment because they believe their particular "supernatural creator God" is going to fix it in a few years, I would consider it unhealthy.

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Does it feel like our US Presidents are getting worse after every election? No, I don't think so. I think some are worse than others and we get a mixture of good and bad. I think a better way to think of it is to liken it to the Titanic Imagine the Titanic is headed straight for an iceberg. Some people say we should veer left, some say right. Some say we should go forward full throttle and knock it out of the way, some say full reverse. What we are doing is giving...

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Do you believe in a fountain of youth... or immortality? No, I do not believe in such things, at least not as popularly understood. However, since matter cannot be destroyed, our bodies will continue on long after the special combinations that make us us cease to be. Is that immortality?

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Does Obama really NOT salute or put hand over heart when saying pledge to the flag - or am I seeing altered images of him? In what way is your question not trolling (or baiting)? A simple Google search turned up several pictures of the president with his hand on his heart, as well as videos of him saying the pledge (for other posters to this question).

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Why do people claim the Theory of Evolution is proven,but offer flimsy "proof"? Wow, that was really special.

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Why so many atheists on AB - Find (questions) on faith hard to swallow? Its not the questions I find hard to swallow, along the same lines as Bitto, I find the fact that people think belief without evidence is an acceptable thing on which to found ones convictions hard to swallow.

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I am collecting unemployment and I have to pay child support to my exwife. She refuses to work. Is there something legal that can be done? Correct me if I'm wrong, but you are paying to support the child. If you have reason to believe that your money is not going toward your child, contact the court.

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Obama's pick for Chief Economic Adviser is being condemned by the RNC. Why is that? Are they confused? The RNC would condemn ANY pick by ANY Democratic president. This is because that is what the function of the Republican Party is. The GOP exists to beat the Dems, and vice versa.

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Should a vigilante serial killer (who only kills those who murder the innocent,like TV`s Dexter) face the death penalty when caught? No. I am not a supporter of the death penalty, but beside that point, this hypothetical individual is guilty of a lesser crime than are his victims.

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What are your 10 commandments that you wish everybody would follow? Really, I think one will do. Don't be a jerk. Just about everything could stem from that.

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Adam and Eve - who are they? Mythical scapegoats?

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Agree or disagree - If there were no God, there would be no atheists ? by GK Chesterton Disagree. That's like saying that if there were no unicorns there would be no one that doesn't believe in unicorns. The idea is absurd.

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Iced Tea, Lemonade, Kool-Aide, Water or Pop? Which would you like to drink right now? Water, I'm thirsty!

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Do you hate corporations? Why? I don't hate corporations in general, but I think they are a force to be wary of.

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Do you think that God has just got fed up, and wandered off? Lost interest. (To start again on another planet probably). I don't believe that, but it would explain the apparent lack of a deity in this corner of the universe. Sounds like a deistic perspective.

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Does it scare you that Target is offering vaccinations? This specifically, no. I work for a large grocery store chain that offers a few screenings and vaccinations from its pharmacy. I have to assume that this is a similar situation. However, I think you may be onto something. I know some drug stores now have a small clinic staffed by an nurse practitioner. I see this all as taking medicine out of the hands of MDs. While it is true that you can be...

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Agree or disagree - “Faith is a knowledge within the heart, beyond the reach of proof.” I disagree. Faith has two definitions: "confidence" and "belief without evidence." Given Mr. Gilbran's background, I believe he would be using it in the latter, religious sense. In as such, it is not knowledge, but an unsubstantiated belief that is only as beyond the reach of proof as the thickness of the blinders being worn by the believer.

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Do you all know the the american bible for catholics has changed the word 'virgin' in Isaiah 7:14 to 'young woman'! It is my understanding that the Hebrew word in this text meant "young girl," or perhaps, "unmarried girl;" using the English word "virgin" is a mistranslation.

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For long road trips, do you prefer to drive at night? What impact does the closing of rest stops have on your trip? I've never run into a closed rest stop. I've driven from Chicago to Seattle twice (once as the sole driver), and once from Portland, OR to Chicago (alone). I drove around the clock and stopped at rest stops off and on all day. If I consistently ran into closed rest stops, it would have gotten really dangerous sometimes.

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What comes to your mind when I say: Job's wife. The terrible treatment Job's family, all to prove a point. I think the whole story is horrific and shows nothing more than a pissing contest between God and the Devil.

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If abiogenesis and macroevolution were proven through scientific experimentation, would this breakthrough discredit the bible? Or not? No. The bible has already been discredited as a historical document. Those that do not accept this would not accept a peer reviewed scientific paper.

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Can Scientists use the Scientific Method to disprove God? If a believer actually defines their God, the scientific method may be able to disprove it.

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What does an atheist consider 'sacred'? Using the proper definition of the word: nothing.

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Does Atheism begin in the heart before the mind seeks justification for it? I'm not sure what your question means; its like asking which tube of paint the artist got the white canvas from.

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Non religious people:- What would you like to have from religion? Religious people:- What would you prefer to not have in your religion? I am non-religious, but I like a group of like minded individuals pursuing a common purpose. The fellowship is nice.

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Why did liberals promote interraciall marriage in order to piss off white conservatives? What liberals do this?

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Why do liberals trivialize arguments in order to silence people and embarrass them? I think what you say isn't necessarily a quality of liberals, but of politicians in general.

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Are you the second child, and if so, have you experienced being the "forgotten child" ? I am the third child who did well enough in school that my parents didn't have to worry about me failing like my two older siblings. As a result, I was invisible.

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Is philosophy another term for "guess"? No, philosophy is the exercise of studying reality and knowledge, and sometimes theorizing. Guessing suggests putting little or no effort into it.

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Do you think that cameras don't stop crooks? Putting a camera up is known as "target hardening." Those that are really determined will steal anyway, but it will deter those that aren't really up for it.

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Of the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell), which one is most reliable in our perception of reality? I think that would unquestionably be touch. Lacking a sense of touch would render an individual unable to function, unable to experience their own bodies.

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How tough should governments be on crime? Why? This depends entirely on the crime. If someone steals a package of bologna to feed their family, the criminal justice system should be lenient, however, if we are talking about the DC sniper, they should be tough. What we should NOT resort to is cruel and unusual punishment. It isn't about vengeance, its about making sure it doesn't happen again. Prevention and rehabilitation should take priority.

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Obama to putting a spin on big government by saying that the poilce and firefighters are government bother you. That's not spin, its the way it is. Police are part of local and state governments, and some of their funding comes from the federal government. The situation is similar for fire departments.

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Would you go skydiving? Why or why not? I did it once, it wasn't as exciting as I thought it would be. I'm glad I didn't, but I wouldn't pay to do it again.

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Is it rude if I take out a fellow tenant's finished washing (sittin' there 1 hr) so as to get my own done? Yes, its rude, but it is more rude for them to leave it there.

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What are you REALLY good at ? This is a problem of mine. I'm pretty good at lots of things, but I'm not REALLY good at anything.

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(Trainee AB staff question coming up) - Can fish swim? Purple

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Why does Atheism not provide any answer to the bigger questions? Why we here? What happens after we die? What is the meaning of life? That's not what atheism does. Why doesn't my belt make toast? The two questions are in the same category, ridiculous.

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Did 9/11 event help influence more people to become anti-religion? Other crazy things zealots do to drive people from religion? I don't think so. I think it might have given the anti-religious or the irreligious the courage to speak their mind, but I doubt it had much of a net effect in MAKING people anti religious. Maybe anti-Islam...

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What is the right way to explain a child of six years about death? That depends on the child and the situation. What I think would be a disservice to the child would be to tell them that they are in heaven and that they will see them again later. Telling them that they are in hell would be just as bad.

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Atheists-Is not knowing anything about life's purpose and death enough for you? Do you search for the Truth? I know loads about death. It is the point where life ends. Is there something else beyond that, not as I understand life. Could I be wrong, sure. When you say that atheists know nothing about life's purpose, you are making a broad generalization along side your assumption that you DO know something, which I question. Finally, I would question exactly what you mean by (capital T)ruth, since many...

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How do you deal with someone that asks for your opinion, then questions it since they obviously didn't really or care about your opinion? Welcome to AB!

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Chuck Norris may be tough, but I bet Jason Statham could take him. What do you think and why? I agree. Norris is in his 70s. Statham is only in his mid-40s.

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Do you think of Word as God? If we are talking about the Word of John1, there seems to be some contradiction. It says that the word IS God and that the word is WITH God. Both cannot be true. One or the other must be symbolic or otherwise different from the normal meaning (if we are going to believe the book at all).

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Jesus, Abraham, Mohammed, Buddha, Confucius- Why were major religions started by one man? In those times, it was traditional to attribute great things to one's teacher. For instance, Lao Tsu may not have been a historical person, or the character may be based on a historical character, but he most likely did not write the whole of the Tao Te Ching. However, his followers attributed that which they did after him, to him, making the man at least part myth. Therefore, the religion...

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Code Matrices: Have you ever heard of a Bible Code - or even a Moby Dick code - that predicted a lie? I know you are a believer in the bible code, so I have a serious question for you. For the bible code to be correct, God would have had to dictate the bible word for word, not just inspire Earthly authors to write, right?

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What is the shelf life of honey? Honey doesn't really go bad. However, if there is anything added to the honey you have to worry about the shelf life of the additive and you also have to worry about the container. If it is in a plastic container, it may leech chemicals into the honey.

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In life, have you reached a place where the drama no longer effects you? I have found that the more you try to distance yourself from drama, it will seek you out. I think people instinctively know when someone is stable, then they seek that stability by dumping their drama on you. The only way to not be affected is by dropping all empathy, which is far more damaging than any drama.

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I think the world would be better without religion, anyone else? I think religion has served a purpose and continues to play a small purpose. I just wish people would stop taking it so seriously.

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IF my boss asks me to stay late right before the end of my shift and I say i cannot stay can he force me to stay after a 6 hr shift in PA? I'm pretty sure PA is an "at will" state, which means that your employer can fire you whenever they want, for whatever reason they want. Unless you are in a union, have some contract that specifically discusses your situation, or the firing was done in a discriminatory fashion, I don't think you have a case.

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Atheists, did you marry in a church, take a marriage oath ? If not, how did you marry? I was married by a judge, in a banquet hall. It was a civil ceremony, because a marriage is a legal agreement.

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What is God's purpose of sending you to this creation? Your question presupposes a God (whatever that is), a creation and a purpose. I try not to make assumptions.

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Can /Is there be a personal God? Those are two different questions. Can there be? Sure. Is there? Not likely.

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If God is God does he need our logical permission to be God? Yes. Since God is a human made concept, it is subject to the opinions of humans.

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Do you think animals love to live, ...............but yet humans slaughter them to fill their palate? Life must consume life in order to continue living. This is the way of the universe.

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Who Wrote the Bible Miscellaneous men, over the course of millennia.

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Are you a heretic or an infidel? Yes

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What exactly is a soul ? When I love is that my soul loving ? When I'm sad is my soul sad? Is my personality indicative of my soul ? This is an often debated question. I think a soul is a person's psyche. It is the synergy that happens in the relatively large frontal cortices of humans. It is NOT the physical body, but it cannot exist apart from the body. A soul is the same thing as a spirit. When people are doing spiritual exercises, they are working their psyches, their unconscious minds, that which most of us do not...

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What do you think of this video that proves Prophet Mohammmed (PBUH) as the messenger of God through the Old Testament? I would call it spam

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Some people refer to actresses as actors, including actresses themselves. I contend that 'actor' means male only; what's your opinion? The word "actor" can be used for individuals of either sex, however the term "actress" only applies to females. I recall reading somewhere that actors of both sexes tend to prefer the gender neutral title.

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Why would the bible indicate that a bat is a bird? The people that wrote it didn't know the great differences between bats and birds.

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What is the meaning of existence itself if not for the glory of GOD? Why do you assume existence has any meaning at all?

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Have you ever been to Canada? Once, for several hours. I visited Vancouver, BC.

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If God, Jesus, Allah, and The Lord went into a steel cage, who would climb the ladder and grab the dangling belt? Chuck Norris

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Is it not so much how bad things are with RELIGION but how much worse it would be without it? What makes you think the world would be worse without religion?

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if you were to open an atheist book store , would you include & sell the bible ? Absolutely, it would get the treatment it deserves. I would place it along side other "holy" books and books on various myths.

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If I were to bake a cake, what kind would you want? Cheesecake!

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If you were in a small boat and were sitting in 400 feet of water would it bother you more than sitting in 10 feet of water. Perhaps. If I was in 10 feet of water I am confident that I could touch the bottom and push back up if I was swimming and getting tired. However, if it was say 20 ft, it would be the same as a mile.

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Would you ever explore another Religion to find God? Why not look places other than religions?

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What would be a better name than "atheist" for an atheist? Why? I don't think there should be a name for them. Why label people based on a negative. I have brown hair, I'm not known as a non-blond.

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If libs are so much for freedom of expression, why'd they have Obama "Disappoint Mints" pulled from the college bookstore? I think this is a case of people being too sensitive. I agree that it should have been covered by freedom of expression, regardless of being a state school. I'm disappointed in the Representative.

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Anyone know why the stockmarket dove over 500 points Thursday? Congress did such a great job, right? Why did the market react like that? Its actually very simple, the stock market is gambling. It responds just as well to the real world as it does to imagined or expected events. There may have been no reason at all.

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How strange is it that there are probably a lot of planets with intelligent life but yet no aliens have contacted us? Not terribly strange when you consider the vast quantity of empty space between us and our nearest neighbor. Also, we have not made it out of our own solar system and I figure at least half of all intelligent life is less developed than us, so the chances of having been contacted by intelligent extraterrestrial life is immediately divided in half. I also feel we must consider the thought that...

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All is nothing, God alone suffices - Agree or disagree? Your statement makes no sense so I will have to disagree.

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At what age did you start to believe in God? I don't know, I was taught that the was a God before I was aware that I was aware. It took me about 25 years to realize that there might not be.

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What do you think about trio family (F+M+F or M+F+M)? I think that it is dangerous. I don't think there are many people in today's world that could make it work.

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Are you a Leader? Or A Follower? Tell us why on the one you chose. I am able to be both, but I think I tend toward leading. It took me a while to realize that I tend to gravitate toward supervisory/management position, even if I thought I would prefer to just put in my 40 hours. I have found myself being a manager, a martial arts instructor and the general leader of my friends, even if I don't try. However, I am always seeking for someone worthy of following.

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If the USA safe for Israelis after the USS Liberty ? since ALL americans hate Israel because of the attack . How about you stop speaking for ALL Americans.

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Congress is on a five-week vacation with pay and left 4000 FAA workers and 70,000 construction workers hanging. Selfish/callous/both? I wish I could have five weeks vacation, with OR WITHOUT pay. Oh, and I'd also like to be able to increase my own salary.

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Would you kill One to save billions? I cannot act in a way that will knowingly kill another (except defense), even if my inaction will result in billions dying. However, I could choose not to save one to save billions. There is a small, but important, difference.

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Why do Americans,cut their food with a knife in their right hand,then swap the knife for the fork,to place the food in their mouths. ?? That's a good question, I don't think I was ever taught how to eat. No doubt I just picked up the swap from watching other people. Then, in my late teens, I was dating a British girl and her family taught me to eat European style, which I generally use now.

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For those so strongly opposed to Christianity please let me know why. Historically, myths were not believed as historical fact. Stories were changed to suit the situation and the audience. Some time during the Greek period, rationalism gained ground and the religious systems that were now written down began to be treated by believers as fact, which they were never intended to be.

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How much faith do you have in "scientific facts?" How is it different than faith in religion? A fact, by definition, is indisputable, so I believe them. My belief in scientific conclusions is far different from faith in religion because it is open to being questioned and repeated by anyone. You can check it for yourself.

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What would Ronald Reagan do today if he were president? Could he fix the economy? He would raise taxes to where they were when he was president.

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Where is the origin of our universe? Where really doesn't make sense, since space (space-time) began with the universe.

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Was Charles Darwin an atheist or a theist? Darwin was a theist, at least at first. He was originally planning on becoming a clergyman. he claimed that he was not an atheist, but that the word "agnostic" described him better.

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When is it wrong to do something you feel is ethically right or right to do something you feel is ethically wrong? I'm not sure it is ever moral to commit an immoral act. Even if we are committing the act of lesser immorality, it is still immoral.

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What happens if you steal from a store, and dont get caught. But while checking out i heard a code red from manager. No cameras around. If you got out, you got off. Stores have codes for everything. One store I worked at had a "code 5," which meant that the Front End Manager was telling the Store Manager that they were busy. Other stores have similar codes to mean that the district manager or some other VIP is on their way. The "code 50" that the cashier had might have been that her register had too much money and a manager had...

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Was Jesus a Myth? Myth, yes, man, probably.

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What more must be done to encourage business to grow and hire that tax breaks, stimulus, bailouts and record profits have not done? There is a demand shortage. Somehow, we must get people to spend money. That is the ONLY way to encourage companies to spend.

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Can intelligence arise from inanimate matter without the input of Intelligence? If it couldn't, where would the original intelligence come from?

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What is the logical approach for the existence of God? Skepticism. Doubt until you are shown proof.

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Do you work to rest, or do you rest to work? If we call work the formal agreement I have with my employer, I work to rest. However, If we call all the things I do outside of "work," work, then I rest to work.

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Do you think America needs a strong Conservative President? That depends on what (s)he wants to conserve.

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Is it ok to be nude with your son? my boy is 14 and we swim nude in our pond in summer (private rural area) wife thinks he should not see me naked. It is just good clean fun, we both enjoy. We both like the all over tan If this is something you have been doing with your son for years, and he doesn't seem uncomfortable with it, there is nothing wrong. I agree that is a sensitive subject that should not be taken lightly, but if he is OK with it, its all good.

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"Do not think that I came to bring peace on the earth; I did not come to bring peace, but a sword." (Jesus in Matthew 10:34) How can anyone claim Jesus was a man of peace when in his own words, he clearly said otherwise? When you hold it up the the bit about turning the other cheek, it sort of sounds like Jesus was a hypocrite.

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Are you concerned about the national debt? Are you willing to pay more in taxes and/or accept a reduction in federal spending (social security, medicare, military, etc.) in order to pay down the debt? Do you realize that Social Security and Medicare are insurance programs that Americans pay into? Its not federal spending, its just federally managed.

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When does faith changes into superstition and superstition into faith? They are synonymous.

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Does anyone wonder why there is a Stairway to Heaven and a Highway to Hell? Because according to the Judeo-Christian Mythos, it is easy to get to Hell, but getting to Heaven requires work. It makes you wonder what kind of system that God set up.

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In your view, what’s the primary purpose (duty) of the media! To seek the truth without bias.

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How old were you when you first learned what sex was? 7 or 8

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would you like to see an increase of physical activities in school? why? Yes, we as a society are becoming to sedentary.

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Isn't it Ultimately God's fault for putting sin on the earth? If you believe the Judeo-Christian mythology, yes.

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Can you just love God for God's sake without any reason? No, I have no attraction or affection to an ill-defined hypothetical entity.

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True or false - every event is an Act of God? This depends on how broadly we define the word "God." If we define it to mean the universe or the laws of physics, every event might be encompassed, but the word "God" would cease to have the same meaning that most believers give it. We need to make sure we are talking about the same thing.

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Is it too much to ask for a 2 minute meet & greet with God since he expects me to worship him for eternity ? No, it isn't. Think about the standards you have for buying a new car or house. Doesn't an eternity of worship warrant a bit more?

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Would you ever surrender to Christ? Pl read on!? No, I will never surrender to Jesus. I have my own life and it is my own responsibility.

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Anyone else think that "once upon a time" would be a better beginning than "in the beginning" for the bible? Good point... and it could end with "and they all lived happily ever after, except those in hell."

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If your boss offered to cut your wages 20% and said "If you do, overall prices will fall 21%, so you'll be ahead", would you go for it? No, I don't trust my boss that much.

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Before you found out Dumbledore was gay, did you think Professor McGonagall and Professor Dumbledore had a thing for each other? No, I never though of it like that.

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Who is your favorite Carrie? My friend Carrie who is going to officiate my wedding.

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Corned Beef,here in the UK has increased from 99p($1.40) to £2.49($3.75)in the last two years.Is this the same in your neck of the woods? I live outside of Chicago in the US, and work at a grocery store. We haven't been able to get any for several months.

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Will you have a real and educated argument with me on the subject of religion? "You believe that nothing came from absolutely nothing." lol! Even if this is true (I don't claim to speak for anyone else), how is it different than a God with no beginning?

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Hey atheists. If God isn't real then how come Jesus died for our sins? Common sense-1 Atheists-0 He didn't. By the way, Common Sense plays for the Atheist team.

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What are some countries that have the Socialism form of government? Vietnam, North Korea, China, Cuba and Laos are all overt socialist countries.

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Atheists: If you TRULY do not believe in God--why are you so adamant about answering questions about him?? The people that makes our laws, patrol our streets and teach our children generally believe in one God or another. Its prudent to discuss and understand the mythology that drives these people.

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Why is America so adverse to ideas from other countries around the world?, seems the mind set is if its not American its no good. I think its a defense mechanism for people in denial that their country its place at the head of the pack.

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What country has the best looking national flag? I like the Canadian Flag. It is simple, but not just colors. Secondly, I think South Korea.

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Do you believe that dinosaurs existed? Sure do!

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Do you feel sorry for people who don't have a Bible? If so, why? No, I wonder if anyone feels sorry for someone that doesn't have a copy of "Of Men and Mice."

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Hand Washing or Dishwasher...which do you prefer? Some people may have grown up without a dishwasher. Is it a preference now, or not. I generally prefer to wash by hand, unless I have a large volume of dishes.

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Hand Washing or Dishwasher...which do you prefer? Some people may have grown up without a dishwasher. Is it a preference now, or not. I generally prefer to wash by hand, unless I have a large volume of dishes.

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You have an itch... Do you 'itch' it, or 'scratch' it? You have an itch, so you scratch it.

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Are Republicans taking America hostage by refusing to raise the debt ceiling unless all their demands are met? Yes, that is pretty accurate.

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How important is your Religion to you? That I have no religion is important to me.

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What do you think of the concept; if it can't be explained it must be spiritual; as practiced by most faiths? I think many people consider it more intellectually satisfying than admitting ones own ignorance. I would rather be ignorant and know it, than be sure of something that has no evidence.

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Why is "Warlock" still being used in this day and age? It's an insult. Is it because of the uninformed media portraying Witches falsely? I think you will find that whatever the original meaning of "warlock," it has a new meaning. Many words change their meanings as languages evolve. I find it unlikely that it will ever change back.

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Jesus SAVES! Ok! I have been told what he saves us from (Hell) But who is he saving us from? What monster is going to burn us? Apparently from his own wrath.

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Is it fair to blame the president for our economy when corporate america gives away are jobs? The simple formula is: Democratic President + Any Problem = The President's fault Republican President + Any Problem = The Democratic Congress's Fault Republican President + Republican Congress + Any Problem = Cut Taxes

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What is the longest distance you have driven in one day, in either miles or kilometers? I'm not sure exactly, but I drove about 2100 miles in 48 hours; from Chicago to Seattle.

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ok so me and this girl are dating but she doesnt want to go any further what do i do? If she doesn't want it, to bad for you. If it is that important for you, then she isn't.

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How much pain is within eternal life? If life is eternal, the pain is potentially infinite.

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What should I do if I hate my fiances 11 year old neice? I want to punch her. I have three thoughts. One, maybe you aren't mature enough to marry. Or, if she bothers you that much, maybe you shouldn't be putting your life in a situation where you have to have contact with her. Finally, do you really want to marry the person who is at least partially responsible for the upbringing of someone who you despise so much?

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Do you think you can learn just as much about the Bible at home as you can at church? it all depends on how you approach it. Of course, at home you will miss out on the commentary of others, but on the other hand, you will miss out on the commentary of others.

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Is it understandable to want to take gender out of a child's upbringing? I think it would be somewhat of an interesting experiment, if you weren't playing games with your child's head. Lets not forget that children get more than a just a formal education at school. They are also socialized into society. I think parents who do this are guaranteeing their children that they will not fit in anywhere.

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With the current state of the US government/economy, the Cascadian Independence Movement has been gaining tremendous momentum. Thoughts? Interesting. I used to live in the State of Washington, and I have never heard of that before. It won't happen. Don't forget that the US economy doesn't exist in a vacuum, and the US government has a history of fighting to keep states in the union.

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What are you missing the most in your life right now? A true challenge.

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Is it possible for a woman to rape a man? Yes it is.

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You think restaurants should ban children under 6, as one eatery in Pennsylvania did? Perhaps some restaurants would want to, those that focus on a particular crowd, but not if they don't want to lose a lot of business. I could never got here because my daughter is always with us.

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Early Christians believed Jesus would return and establish His Kingdom on earth. Now most Christians believe they will spend eternity in The change was brought about because Christ didn't come back.

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Do you think every spirit God created believed in Him shortly after their creation? Even if we assume the premise, not necessarily. What if that spirit was created without the ability to sense such a God?

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Why are all the Liberal media piling on Murdoch and Newscorp ? Isn't there more important stories like Anthony Weiner's weener ? lol, "Liberal Media," lol!

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Did the Bible predict that the universe is EXPANDING/ stretching 2500 years ago? Isaiah 40:22 I think that is a bit of a stretch. Also, I think that verse is actually suggesting that the universe will STOP expanding at some point and stay static. IF that happens, you might be on to something.

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Why do americans hate Israel so much ? Got an axe to grind?

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Huge profits/record profits being made by U.S. corporations... so where are all the jobs? If you were the CEO of a huge corporation making record profits and the "little people" didn't have enough money to buy more of your product, why would you hire more people? You wouldn't. You would use the record profits to justify your bonus. Well, you might not, but that does seem to be the general way of thinking.

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I started the habit of drinking atleast 10 Liters of water or more a day through out the day with my meals...is this healthy? I think that may be a bit much.

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Is it reasonable to believe that the universe and intelligent life came about from chance events, from mindless chance? Yes, it is reasonable because it is really just a number of small jumps.

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Do You Still Have Pictures Of You & Your Ex? Only one or two, when the significance was not the two of us but what we were doing.

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I have to work tomorrow. Do you? Yep, I have to be back there in 9 hours.

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You gotta wake up at 330 am to go to work, what time are you gonna go to bed?? Between 10 and 11pm. I sometimes have to get up at 230, but it happens so rarely that if I go to bed any earlier I can't sleep.

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How many times on an average do you " brush your teeth" per day? Two, once before bed and once when I get up. Sometimes more, but not usually.

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In order to be a spiritual thinker, must one completely deny all sexual feelings? Not at all. We are spiritual beings and we are sexual beings. We cannot deny either.

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Is it weird (or cool)for young man to wear blue overalls with no shirt underneath? I do all the time. It would be somewhat odd where I live, unless done for some utilitarian purpose on a farm.

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Is a woman's desire to have children cultural or biological? Definitely biological, but it could be cultural as well. The human body does the bidding of its genes, which is to carry them on. It does this by way of reproduction. Also, many cultures and families place great pressure on members to have children.

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If God created everything why would he give us a mind that questions and then expect us not to? Good question, how dare you ask it!

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What is your opinion of teens who get pregnant?? Do you feel sympathy for them? Yes, I do. Yes, they made the choice, but they were immature minds making decisions in a grown up world. I generally think they needed more direction and/or supervision.

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Ever wondered why we say "cheese" while taking photographs? Why not "rum", "coke" or "spaghetti"? breakstress has the right idea. I know a lot of Koreans that say, "Kimchi!" for the same reasons.

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I'm overweight (167 lb.) and at risk of diabetes from family. I don't look overweight but I am. any way I can lose weight easy & fast? You seem to be doing all the right things, so I think if you need more help you should see a doctor, or at least a nutritionist. Its one thing to give health advice to an adult, but your body is still growing and developing, so things don't always work the same. If you are concerned, you should seek professional advice.

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Should child killers be executed upon conviction (No prison time) as punishment for what they did? No. All that does is (hopefully) satisfy our need for vengeance. As a society, we need to move past this.

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If you knew your offspring would inevitably be infertile, would you still have children? Yes, I would. There are other ways to contribute to society. Some people choose not to have children.

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Chess, spades or backgammon? Spades. I know all three, but I love the team play in Spades.

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In general, would you agree that most employers don't really care about their employees? No, I would not. I think most employers care for their employees in the same way that a rancher cares for his cattle.

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Can you help sort out this argument between my Son and I. Is Petrol a product or a By-Product of Crude oil ? If the intent of refining crude oil is to make petrol, it is the product. If the intent is to make something else, and you end up making petrol as well, it is a byproduct.

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FDR: "Government by Organized Money is Just as Dangerous as Government by Organized Mob" Agree/Disagree Why? Yes, very dangerous. Any group with control will put things in their own favor, at the expense of anyone else.

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Netflix announced a 60% hike this fall, current members will you still subscribe? I just got an E-mail about the increase. I will most likely be cancelling my subscription.

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What do i do if a military recruiter is harassing me? Ask him who is CO is and place a call.

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Why do we need money? Why can't the human race finally make a conscious decision to live by our own moral codes and grow up? Why can't we trade on the basis of basic human decency? Greed is supposed to be a mortal sin, but it's become a social virtue! Your last statement answers your question. Greed has become a virtue.

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Hey im creating a new religion, its called common sense...Do you want to join its free? :) That's pretty much what I've been thinking about, but I dislike the words "religion" and "god" because of all the baggage they carry.

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How would you rate the bible? I was really torn between this selection and "The bible has many contradictions and is not trustworthy," but decided on the answer I chose because the bible does have worthwhile information on some subjects.

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Stale candidates versus fresh ones. That's what's on the news today. Gingrich's "use by" date has expired. Who else is stale? Anyone who has been in office office more than 10 years, on both sides of the aisle. Congressional term limits!!!

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Would you be offended if you saw a girl exposing herself in public? What if you saw a guy exposing himself? Why the difference? Offended, no, by either sex. Disappointed perhaps. Perhaps disgusted, but not offended.

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Is Netflix taking business tips from Steve Jobs now? I don't know, but I'm probably going to cancel my Netflix account.

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Sometimes men really make me feel bad. They hurt my feelings and are insensitive. Are there any men who are sensitive? Sure there are, they are the ones without girlfriends because, when it comes down to it, (WARNING: GENERALIZATION AHEAD) most women prefer a "bad boy." Bad Boys are exciting and fun, sensitive men are safe and boring.

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Which celebrity would you most hate to be left alone with? Gary Busey

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Should polygamy, polyandry and other adult multiple marriage be allowed? Why / Why Not? Who am I to decide how other people live their lives? If you want it, do it, if not, don't. So long as there is no coercion and everybody is there by choice, its all good.

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What 3 things do you dislike the MOST about Islam? Islam allows women to be treated poorly. Islam provides the background for fanatics to do terrible things. Islam does not allow questions.

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At what age can a girl date someone 18 or over? Someone told me it was 16 but because of the statutory rape law thing Im not really sure. If the girl is less than 13, it is always statutory rape. If she is 13-16 and the other person is 4 or more years older it is statutory rape. However, if she is 16 and the other party is 18, it should be legal, at least according to my reading of Pa. Cons. Stat. § 3121

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Is this double standard law unfair? (see description) I'll bet churches were just not thought of when the statute was drafted. i would file a complaint every Sunday and urge like minded friends to do the same. You might even write a letter or two to the church just to cover your bases. I know the cards are stacked against you, but it can't hurt to get the ball rolling.

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Nature is complicated. Coconut/watermelon have tough exteriors,berries don't. People are like that too. What is your exterior like? A walnut. There is a shell, but anyone willing to put forth a little effort can get inside.

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Are you usually the driver for change or a passenger? Do you inititate it or wait for others to do so and then join the ride? A little bit of both.

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Do you admire quitters? Do you think those who walk out, refuse to talk, slam the door and clam up are doing good for the country? While there is something to knowing when to throw in the towel, if you are paid to do a job, get your butt back in there or resign and let someone else try.

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You meet strangers and it seems you know from a lifetime ago who they are and they know you. Sometimes those you know are strangers. Why? I think some people are just a good fit for our personalities, so it seems like we know them well. Other people fit certain archetypes, so the also seem familiar.

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Is the trail you leave behind you as you move forward filled with pearls of wisdom, breadcrumbs or poop? Bits of all, hopefully more of the former than the latter.

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Pandering Perry/Rick, not Katie. He wants a National Day of Prayer in August/tells America to pray to God for forgiveness. What d'ya think? If you want to pray, do so. The rest is political theater.

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If you are unhappy where you are do you explore other elsewheres seeking a place where you can be happy? This depends on the particular sphere of my life of which we are speaking. I am always open to a change of profession, a change of location or a change of habits, but I cannot imagine the shakeup that would be required for me to explore elsewhere regarding my (soon to be) wife.

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Once you tire of someone can you untire or is the bloom off that rose for good? It will never be the same, but there is always the possibility of a rekindling. Its like an infatuation that turns to love. It will never be the same as the intense, burning passion of infatuation, but it can be more fulfilling and complete as an intense love, even if it is different.

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Always treat a gun as if it is loaded? Never point a gun at a person unless you intend to shoot that person? Agree/Disagree Why? I agree. Reckless and irresponsible are a good start.

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Which makes more sense? Increase tax rates? Or dump Obama and increase the number of jobs and working taxpayers? False dichotomy

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Do you miss post-paid gas stations (pay after you fill up)? No, I don't miss them, I prefer to prepay with my debit card. That way, when the tank is full, I can leave. Plus, there are still non-prepay stations around.

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How did Noah get two of every animal on the ark, ie. penguins,kangaroos,pandas,etc.? Fish??? Imagine all the weight from both fresh and saltwater aquariums that Noah had to build!

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Do you answer religious questions on here? Yes, I do.

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I saw on the news that educators are considering dropping cursive writing lessons in school. What's your opinion? I think it should be preserved in an elective somewhere. My single concern is, how will people sign their names?

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What was your most unforgettable concert experience? The Offspring at the Metro in Chicago. The summer of '98 I think. Great show, huge energy, awesome time.

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Can I teach history without a history degree? Yes, you can. I know in Illinois, you have to have 14 college level History credits and a Bachelors in anything (along with a state certification) to teach history.

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Why do we live? What is our reason for living? NOT THE MEANING OF LIFE! I want to know why we wake up, go to work, and come home every day. We do these things to keep living, but why? i know this may be confusing, just do the best you can. Its what we do. Water is wet, the sun burns, and life continues. It is the natural order of things.

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Are you an oxygen junkie, as with your first breath you are hooked for life? Yes, I've been hooked since shortly after my conception.

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Pro-abortion or Anti-abortion, why or why not? Neither, I am pro-choice.

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i have some problems i want to cut just tell me how no bs on u have problems u need to c some one just answer the question Grow up and face your problems.

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When a pitcher throws tha ball and tha ball goes outside tha striking zone, why is it still a strike when tha batter swings tha bat? Because that's what the rules are

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How would you define the word 'success'? Reaching your goal. The question is, what is the goal.

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True or False: Religion and Spirituality are two different things. Mostly true. A religion can be spiritual or not, and a spiritual person may or may not be religious.

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Do you believe in God?Why? I believe the universe is one of balance. As such, it acts in such a way that it perpetually seeks such balance. Some would call the order that comes about as a result of this natural tendency toward balance "God" or "god," but I dislike those English words because of the baggage they carry.

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Does god know the future? Of course, we would first have to define the particular God we are talking about, but I think the existence of any entity that can accurately predict the future is quite improbable.

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Is this masterbating way normal? I'M A GIRL BY THE WAY. I'm no expert, but if it feels good, there is nothing wrong with it. I wouldn't worry about normal, everybody is different, especially women, so whatever works for you is what you should do. I suspect your feelings of regret are part of your ingrained sexual prudishness. In many parts of the world, we are taught that sex is dirty and masturbation a sin. Even if we don't think so ourselves, many...

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Is there a television show that you feel truly affected your life in a positive way? if so which show and how, if you dont mind sharing... I know it might sound silly, but the Star Trek series have made a tremendous impact on my life, especially "The Next Generation" and "Voyager." I was raised on Star Trek and I think the underlying philosophy that we are capable of solving our own problems if we just get down and work at it has permeated my being. When I was going through a divorce, I watched the all of Star Treks: Voyager and...

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Did you ever ask God to take over and fix your life? i've done this, but i realize that we have to be willing to help ourselves too.. If you realize that then you have realized something that many never do. Without getting too much into religion, I am a fan of the oft quoted, although not biblical, adage, "god helps those who help themselves," which is a cute way of saying, "Get off your duff and work toward your goal!"

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My boyfriend of 6 months says he doesn't ever want to get married or Have kids. I might. Advice on telling him that? My first thought it, how old are the two of you? If you are less than 21, I wouldn't be tying myself down to the guy anyway. However, you need to make your desires clear. If you aren't sure, let him know that you aren't sure. It might cause a shakeup, but better now than later. Another thought is that many guys change their minds about such things around age 30. It happened with me. I always...

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Its 1230pm. I got up at 10am after 9 hrs of sleep. Yet i'M so tired i could go back to sleep. Will doing that make me feel worse? Probably. I used to feel so lethargic after over sleeping. Unless you are ill, what you need is physical activity.

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Jobs pictures is getting worse. So whose job is it to create jobs? People who are out of work...retirees...people on welfare? Whose? Strictly speaking, it isn't anyone's responsibility to create jobs. Job creation is a byproduct of an increase in demand. However, the argument can be made that in the US, the government is charged with the task of creating jobs. It falls under to "promote the general welfare," and possibly, insuring "domestic tranquility."

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Jobs pictures is getting worse. So whose job is it to create jobs? People who are out of work...retirees...people on welfare? Whose? ...

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If someone held a gun to your head and asked you to denounce your religion or get shot, would you do it? Since I have no religion to denounce, I'm not sure how that would go. However, if I was told to declare my allegiance to a religion, any religion, I would do so. I wouldn't be fair to my family to die for my pride.

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Capital punishment, yes or no, and and give a reason why? No, I am against capital punishment. It is a silly, barbaric practice showing how we humans have not yet moved past our need for revenge.

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If capital punishment became unconstitutional in the United States, do you think more people would commit capital offenses? No, there would not be any connected increase in any type of crime. Capital punishment does not act as a deterrent. According to deterrence theory, for a punishment to deter, it must be swift, severe and certain. While the death penalty is severe, it is neither swift, nor certain.

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Poll: Do you agree with the death penalty for murder? It is silly and hypocritical to kill someone for killing. It shows that we as a society have not grown beyond the need for vengeance.

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Is lethal injection to easy of a way to die for someone sentenced to be executed? IF we use capital punishment, it should be done in as quick and painless a manner as possible. The aim is to end their life, not torture them.

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Is Jesus Christ's crucifixtion basically another Ritual Human Sacrifice? Yes, it was. Remember the background. In the Old Testament, worshipers offered blood sacrifices all the time. The story of Jesus involved the sacrifice of a man to atone for the sin of a man.

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Do you support Corporations spending unlimited bucks on political campaigns buying politicians without being required to say who they are? I don't support corporations being able to spend a penny on political campaigns. They aren't people, they can't vote (officially), and they should not be let near the political process. The fact that they are is dangerous.

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How do I get revenge on my extremely abusive ex who is abusing my daughter by keeping her from me. She and I are very close, she's only 2! You don't. Stop worrying about revenge and worry about your daughter. Go through the authorities.

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The internet can be a nasty, dangerous place...is this an indication of where we are heading as a society, or have we always been this way? Just like the technological advances of the 20th century allowed a**holes to kill on a massive scale, the internet allows people to be themselves anonymously. Its not the people that have changed, it is their ability to broadcast their personalities.

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The US Federal Reserve Bank is printing millions of dollars, is the dollar worth anything? Its worth the reputation of the United States of America. :(

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Statistics on sanity is that one out of every four persons are suffering from mental illness. I don't find that too hard to believe. There are a lot of people in society that show some symptoms of this disorder or that, but manage to function in society. Nobody is completely well.

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Will your religious views ever change? Any view I have may be changed, if sufficient new information becomes available.

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How does rap music inspire gun violence, when gun violence existed before rap music? I don't believe such a blanket statement, but it is easily possible that some rap music can glorify a particular lifestyle, causing young, impressionable children to get in over their heads.

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if you had a daughter or son that was gay , what would you do? love them

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Do you think technology exists that the general public is not aware of? Please explain. I would be surprised if there wasn't technology that the public doesn't know about. Some things might be industry specific and of no interest to the general population. Others might be awaiting an unveiling date, and yet other technological advances might be of a defensive nature and classified by the various governments that have developed them.

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Do you believe in mythology? I believe mythology exists, but that it is not an accurate representation of history.

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How have you gotten satisfying revenge on someone that has wronged you? I learned a long time ago that revenge is never satisfying.

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Religion can't be proven, so isn't it mythology? What's the difference? Religion is mythology in practice.

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Is religion the absolute truth, although it's spoken and written by sinners? No, religion is not absolute truth, it is a codified system for dealing with the humans psyche, developed by humans over millennia by trial and error.

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We're gonna move in together but we have too much stuff. How do we decide which stuff we keep, which we store and which we give away/dump? I've gone through this twice. Between my experience and what I've heard from others, there is a simple equation: When you have a duplicate anything, get rid of his and keep hers.

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We have been told that the United States of America has the best Justice system in the world. Still? I haven't been told that, but IF it is true (I suspect it isn't), I feel sorry for the rest of the world.

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Do you think multiple Gods exist? Not trying to nitpick, but doesn't (capital G) God refer to a supreme deity? As such, there couldn't be more than one. However, speaking hypothetically, there could be many (small g) gods. To actually address the question, I don't think any gods exist. I think there is a great deal we don't understand, some of which COULD be the work of a superior intelligence, but even if we assume that,...

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Winning/succeeding based entirely on cheating. You expect that from politicians but educators? What happened to ethics/honor/integrity? I'm not sure exactly what you are referring to, but perhaps they learned it from the business world.

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If you could teach your kids just one thing, what would it be? How to think critically.

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"Can all the religions of the world be trace back to one religion? What would that be? If NOT HOW come they seem to have a lot of similarity in there beliefs?" Religions are codified systems for dealing with the human psyche. We all have the same evolutionary past, and many of the same symbols work on our unconscious minds. As such, all religions, while not traceable to one RELIGION, do have a common history.

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I hit a pole at a restaurant The light was out This is the 4th time since Feb the pole has been hit Is the restaurant liable for the repairs Probably not. While there may or may not be an ordinance pertaining to keeping a lit parking lot, it does not absolve you from your responsibility to drive safe.

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What sorts of things were you spanked with as a child? Belts, wooden spoons, paint stirrers and the occasional bible if I fell asleep in church.

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If the economy gets a lot worse, is there a point where you can see yourself committing suicide? No, I think a revolt will happen first.

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Why women never rape men? It does happen, its just less common and more under-reported.

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Why population in ancient north and south continent of America is less than that of Asia, Africa and Europe? Human life started in Africa and its a lot easier to get from Africa to Europe and Asia than it is to get to the Americas.

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Does the soul survive after death? No, the best definition I can determine for "soul" is that which makes us different (ie, the human psyche). As such, the "soul" is just a synergy caused by our large neocortices; it will not survive death.

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Do you believe in the insight of individuals who have a near death experience traveling in a tunnel? I believe they believe what they saw.

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This 4th of July, I _______________ and it _______________! This 4th of July, I worked and it was pretty much the same as most holidays!

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WHO DOES NOT HAVE ETERNAL SECURITY? Everyone has eternal security. Matter cannot be destroyed, so in a sense, we will all exist eternally.

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Do you believe that angels or other benevolent beings walk among us. I know so but what do you think? No, I do not believe that angels or others "benevolent beings" walk among us because there is little or no evidence to suggest their existence.

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Why do libs get so upset when you show that Obama has failed to be the Messianic God that he and they campaigned him to be? Straw man

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Do you think i'm being a little selfish here? Yes, I think its selfish, but being selfish isn't always a bad thing. Its better to realize that you don't want kids and plan accordingly than to have them and realize later that you don't want them. However, you might change your mind later, I did.

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can air conditioning cause headaches? Mary Mary had two good points. Also, there is the dehydration issue. Air conditioners remover moisture from the air, which, over a period of time, may dehydrate the body, causing a headache.

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self interest had to be let go of in order to see truth. You agree with this ? Not exactly. While it is easy to see how self interest can get in the way of truth, if the truth might be harmful to the self, if there is no conflict, there need not be a problem.

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How many different cities or towns have you lived in? I have lived in five different cities/towns. I think my favorite was Vancouver, WA. Part of me wants to move back. All things being equal...

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How do I go about "respecting" others' religions? I don't respect many religions. I may respect religious people and their right to live their lives as they see fit, but I often find little about religions worthy of respect.

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Do you believe the bible is the gospel truth or is it flawed? I believe it is a misunderstood collection of stories that were never intended to be taken as literal truth as we understand literal truth in the modern world.

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Are holidays just another excuse to get drunk for you? Why or why not? I don't drink and I don't really care for holidays.

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Do you think Heaven resembles planet Earth? I think heaven Resembles Earth in the same way gods resemble humans.

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Applying pressure to a wound. What other steps should be taken when treating a wound? It obviously depends on the wound, but cleaning it is pretty much universal good advice. Also, keep it elevated if possible.

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Tasmanian Devils are in danger of extinction. It is so serious they may be gone in as little as 5 years. Should mankind try to save them? If DFTD is found to be the consequence of human actions, we should do what we can to save them. If it seems that it is of non-human origin, maybe we should let them die. Why fiddle with natural selection?

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What song is weird al song "I remember larry" parodying? I can't seem to get a streight answer. I think its an original song, not a parody.

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Are humans monogomous by nature? Women are, men are not. From the perspective of passing on genes (which is nature), it is in the best interest of a woman, who has a finite number of eggs, to find a man who will help her provide for a family. In contrast, from the same perspective, it is in the best interest of a man, who has a near infinite number of sperm, to find as many sexual partners as possible.

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The best foundation for a relationship is: ________ Respect, both for each other and themselves.

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You don't see alot of Original Creativity nowadays, do you? I think what we have is information overload. We are exposed to so much more media than we used to be so that the quality is harder to see.

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What are you doing for the 4th of July? working

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What is something that you'd like to do away with because it is a huge waste of time and energy that serves no real purpose? Incorporation While there are some legitimate purposes for incorporation, the main function is to create a system where those that have money are able to exploit those without money to make more money. Gone are the days where a business owner wanted to make an honest buck while creating the best possible product. Now, there is no concern over a quality product; a company is just supposed to...

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In addition to lies, what else transforms perfectly good words into meaningless noise? New Information A few hundred years ago, it was considered good advice to heal by way of blood letting; now, such advice wouldn't be good. A Change of Situation I might be good advice today to invest in Company X, but tomorrow, said advice might be bad if the company or the industry landscape has changed in some way. Giving the Same Advice to a Different Person What works for one person...

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Austerity/Frugality/"Making do"/Doing without. Many of us have experienced it and we know we can handle it. Are those who haven't doomed? Not necessarily. I think those that can handle it will, and those that can't will fail.

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Why is it so difficult to give advice to someone in a relationship even though they ask? When you're in it, you can't see it for what it is. We get into bad relationships so gradually sometimes, that we don't realize how far removed we are from normalcy. People on the outside can see if because they have an objective perspective, but those in the relationship have gradually drifted to somewhere different so that things look different.

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Why is the older generation look down on the younger for getting tattoos when humans have been getting tattood for thousands of years? I has nothing to do with tattoos being right or wrong or unbiblical. It has everything to do with the older generation THINKING they know what is right or wrong. I'll bet if some of the older didn't make such a big deal about it, many of the younger wouldn't get quite so many.

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Does anyone else feel overwhelmed? Please read I can relate. I work two jobs, one full-time, have a home to maintain, bills to pay, a daughter to raise, various social commitments and I recently tried graduate school. I was going 100 miles per hour so often that if I did have any time, I was mentally exhausted, if not physically. I came to the conclusion that this is just life. To quote the immortal Dr. Seuss, "Life is a big balancing...

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Which way is REALLY down? Down is a relative term, referring to the direction toward the center of gravity.

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If you were given a random essay topic, would you be able to write it in the spot? Sure I could, even if I had to write on how I knew nothing on the subject.

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Is it right for a woman who was raped and didn't fight back because the man would've killed her, to be shunned at her place of worship? I was raised as a JW, and while I was never privy to this specific situation, I was aware of several disfellowshippings, and several more disassociations. I cannot imagine the elder body at the congregation I belonged to doing such a thing. This isn't how disfellowshippings are done in my experience. I assume you are talking about the passage in Deuteronomy where there are instructions given...

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Can you be COMFORTABLE with not knowing? No, I continue to seek. However, I accept that I am ignorant about a great many things. Knowledge of your ignorance is the first step toward wisdom.

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I'm an LDs and just passed my mission papers. I'm really desirous to go, but I have broken the Law of Chastity a few months ago. To be perfectly serious, if you can't keep the laws, what makes you think you should be a missionary? Or, what makes you think you can keep them in the future? I think you should sit down and do some serious soul searching to figure out what it is you really need to be doing with your life.

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Why do Jehovah Witnesses celibrate the death of Jesus every year and will this continue after the last anointed Witnesses dies? They don't celebrate it, they observe the occasion. I recall Jesus saying something like, "Keep doing this in remembrance of me."

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Man is the only enemy of man. False or true. Please elaborate. False, many viruses and bacteria are openly hostile toward humans, as would be many animals in certain situations.

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Is personality bunches of imitated masks? Or it is my "own self"? Personality is one's self filtered through various masks.

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Are cemeteries a waste of space? I wouldn't say cemeteries are a waste, but our western burial practices are wasteful. Wouldn't it be better to bury our dead in the dirt (instead of in boxes) so they could return to the earth.

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There are no Reaganomics approaches out of this recession are there? No, Reaganomics is part of the reason we are in this recession. The bottom line is that unless people are spending money, there is no economy. People can't spend money if they are unemployed, and companies aren't going to hire workers unless there are people out there to buy their product. Taking care of the "supply side" (aka, giving money to big corporations) does nothing except pad the stock...

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Where were you when the paradigm shifted? Right here where I always am, trying to keep my balance.

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Which one do you like the best: 1- Asking or 2- Answering ? (Assuming we are talking about here on AB,) I prefer answering. This is not because I dislike asking, but because I rarely get quality answers to my questions. I find that I either have to give way to much explanation in the question (so as to make it too difficult to decipher), or I get unhelpful answers because I didn't get my point across. Also, some of my questions have fallen by the wayside.

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Do we live as separate entities from the totality of life or life goes in a way that it separates itself as an "I" living a life? entity: "A thing with distinct and independent existence." In that respect, we are all dependent upon the universe and its various parts. In as much as our thoughts and minds are dependent upon our bodies, they to are not truly separate from the rest of humanity, the planet, and the universe.

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Do you think that more people are starting to think of cheating as the norm? I think cheating has always been around, and always been the norm (to a degree). What we are seeing now are just technological advances.

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Is it possible for me to know myself better by reading books and listening to teachers and gurus or not? Not exactly. Books and teachers can give you tools to know yourself better, but you have to utilize them yourself. “If you can see your path laid out in front of you step by step, you know it's not your path. Your own path you make with every step you take. That's why it's your path.” -Joseph Campbell

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Do you think Oprah deserved getting an honorary doctorate in education? Sure, like others on this thread have mentioned, an honorary degree means nothing, it is just the way an educational institution gives an award of appreciation.

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If you could offer a newborn child only one piece of advice, what would it be? Learn to think, not to believe

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Is "sexting" also an act of infidelity? Are [virtual affairs] rewriting the rules of monogamy? Its not infidelity unless you and your spouse have talked about it and decided that it has no place in your relationship. Otherwise, its just skirting a dangerous line.

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What kinda idea(s) did/do you have to become rich? Aside from games of fortune and wealthy relatives, the only way to become rich is to enjoy making money.

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Where do you sit on the issue of one's right to sit on the fence and not make a decision or express an opinion? Generally, I support it. If there is insufficient information, withhold judgement. The only exception that comes to mind is when someone is being paid to make such a decision. If a CEO refused to make a decision until (s)he was 100% sure of the outcome, (s)he would be fired, and yet we let our politicians do this all the time.

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Lamar Smith (R-TX): "My committee will not consider Ron Paul & Barney Frank's marijuana bill" What do you think about this decision? I think your description of "a petulant child putting his fingers in his ears and declaring, "I can't hear you! I won't think or talk about it," is perfect.

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Is it fair to accuse a person of being arrogant just because he or she does not believe in God? If so, why? Based solely on this information, such a determination cannot be made.

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If someone left a bundle that turned out to be baby on your doorstep how long would you keep it? I would keep the child until I could find more a more appropriate home for it. I would probably start by calling 911. I think most police and fire departments have procedures for such things, but I'm not sure and 911 seems to be a good place to start. If I can't find anything here, I would call the local hospital.

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Have you ever heard someone say while driving, "turn the music down, I can't see"?! No, I have never heard that said, but I turn off the radio when I am having trouble seeing so I can concentrate more on the road.

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Do you prefer the thrill of a random stranger over the comfort of a loving friend? No, I do not. I value the few close relationships I have. Some relationships are like stalks of corn. They grow fast, come to maturity, and then are gone. Others are like great trees, starting off small and growing slowly. The latter have the strength to stand in the harshest winds.

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If you create something especially designed for a singular purpose, How mad are you gonna be when, Said, Item is Used, wrongly? That depends on how it is used. If someone uses the pop bottle I designed to hold soda as a pestle, no big whoop. It is serving their need, and not harming anyone else. In contrast, if another uses it as a club, harming others, I will be very angry.

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Do men really like sweet women? Thinking back to the few times I've been rejected I always hear:You're the sweetest person I've ever met I have always wondered the same about women. No doubt there are jerks in both sexes.

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What makes a person to doubt God ? That God's necessity keeps decreasing.

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Do you think that our Consciousness leaves our body in Dream state? No, our consciousness is inseparable from our bodies.

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Is sex really for procreation as some religions say? In social animals like humans that suggestion is absurd.

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When God is one, why are there so many beliefs? Because "The Tao that can be named is not the eternal Tao,' and yet so many name the Tao.

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Are humans really just smart animals or are we something more? We are just animals. Some animals have sharp teeth or claws. Some animals swim fast or fly. We have relatively large prefrontal corticies.

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If change is inevitable why do we resist change? Change is uncomfortable. It is uncertain. If you learn to love change, you will go far.

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How many friends are there in your Facebook friends list you don't really know or even barely contact? Probably about a third of my FB friends are like that. So many people from high school have "friended" me. Even people I was never friends with or barely knew.

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Were the Bible writers witnesses to the life of Christ? No. Obviously the writers of the OT didn't know Jesus, but neither did the writers of the NT. Even the "Gospels," the only records of the life of Jesus, weren't written until the end of the first century. Jesus was long dead by then. Paul, who wrote much of the NT, was allegedly alive at the time, but never met Jesus.

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What age did you start driving, legally? 15, with a learner's permit

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Do you think it is ever okay to take the law in your own hands if you feel that justice has not been served? No, it is never okay to take the law into your own hands for that reason. However, if you are doing it to protect future victims, that is a different story.

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What explains the development of various racial characteristics? Often, adaptation to the environment. When viewed over geological time, the changes are quite striking.

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Do you think Christianity is centered around Jesus’ death on the cross with a "hope" of sin removal? No, I think Christianity is centered around the devil. It is he that misleads the first humans, causing the fall and necessitating the salvation. Without the devil, we would still be living in Eden and there would have been no need for Christ.

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I asked a girl i really like to hang out. She responded with " Ill check my work schedule and let you know :)" What does this mean? At this point it could mean anything. She might want to hang out, but she really has to check her work schedule, or maybe she is planning on using work as an excuse not to hang out with you. Her tone of voice and body language would tell you more than her words at this point.

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if you were forced to get a tattoo this very moment, what type of tattoo would you get? Probably a SamTaegeuk

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I'm an English teacher and I think one of my students fancies me. She even got me an autographed picture from Chewy when she went to Comic-Con. What is the proper way of approaching her about this? Do I simply leave it alone? You should not take any chances and tell your principal. Perhaps he/she has some advice. Also, you school and/or district no doubt has a policy for this and might have some procedures. I would make sure you don't have any time alone with the girl. Given a little time, she may just move on.

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Do you eat only when you are hungry or on a three meal a day Western regiment? I tend to eat three times a day, but almost never at the same time. My meals have to work around my ever changing work schedule, as does my sleeping.

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Would you be comfy relying on one who changes loyalties as easily as he/she changes a toothbrush? Dump the old,use the new, repeat/repeat? No, that does not sound like a comfortable situation.

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Do you ever get the feeling sentient life wasn't supposed to happen? I don't think ANYTHING was supposed to happen. That thought necessitates an intelligence to plan the universe. I see no evidence of such an intelligence, so there was nothing to plan out the universe and plan for our against the development of sentience.

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How high is your tolerance for stupid people? I have to admit that its getting worse. However, I'm not sure if my tolerance is getting lower or if I am just surrounded by more stupid people.

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What do you think of a man who punches his 20 year old son for constantly accidentally spilling food? I think that shows a lack of maturity on the part of your father. Also, if he were to punch you for any reason (depending on the laws in your jurisdiction), he could be arrested for battery.

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Should pedophiles be left to whatever the parents of their victims want to do with them? No, this will do nothing more than (not quite) satisfy the family's desire for vengeance. They should be rehabilitated if that is deemed possible, or just separated from society (which would be the answer in most cases).

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What can you do with a rubber duckie? I think a more appropriate question would be, What can you NOT do with a rubber duckie?

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People are taught of God's existence from childhood over the ages; why do so few have the guts to demand verification that God exists? This is one of, if not the, biggest disconnects in modern society. We demand that our shampoo be systematically tested not to hurt our eyes, but we accept our teacher's claim that his or her particular idea of God exists. The best most can ever hope to do is switch to another teacher who has a slightly different idea of God. Relatively few challenge the basic assumption. i think this is the...

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Jesus never returns to earth.. Proof that he never existed? Not exactly, it depends on the particular Jesus we are talking about. Just like Robin Hood and King Arthur, the biblical character of Jesus is likely based on a real person. I he fails to return as it is said he prophesied, it doesn't mean that he never existed, but that he isn't God, a god, the son of God (or a god) or that he never said he would.

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What keeps you away from church? P.s everyone is welcome but DO NOT GET RUDE OR INSULTIVE. Thanks I find nothing of value that can't be found elsewhere.

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What is non-existence like? " "

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My boyfriend is in the army how can we keep things intresting while hes gone? i feel like we are running out of things to talk about. I'm sure he misses you as much as you miss him. I doubt he gets bored hearing about your life, but if you are concerned, why not develop a relationship with his family. That way, he will be doubly interested in the stories you have to tell, even if they seem droll to you.

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Which "gospel" or "gospels", if any, do you think should be preached to the world? Why? No gospel should ever be taught. While often referring to several books of the Christian New Testament, the word "gospel" is often defined as something that is "absolutely true," or some similar definition. This is dangerous. EVERYTHING should be open to new information.

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Democracy is to freedom what gang rape is to making love. True or false? I think your metaphor is a bit off, but the principle is sound. True democracy is pretty much mob rule, so it might equate to gang rape, but true freedom isn't necessarily making love, it is the ability to participate or not.

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Everyone know breastmilk good for baby but Do u think BreastMilk good for Husband also????? No, it is not good for a grown man. It develops to feed a baby, in fact, if the baby is born premature, the milk will be appropriate for the baby of that age. A woman's breasts do not make appropriate milk for a grown man.

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Atheists - Do you respect other's religions or religious views? Why or why not? No, I generally don't. There is usually very little in such beliefs that is worth of respect. However, I respect other people's right to hold those beliefs. If it works for you, great, just don't try to push it on me.

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What are some irrelavent shows on television today? Just about everything on TV.

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The Jimmy Carter "misery index" the highest it's been in 28 years, before the Reagan boom years. Hope and change? This is what happens when the system isn't set up to reduce "misery."

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When did you realize that god and religion was a lie. (for atheists only please) I decided to leave my parent's church when I was 12, so from that point on, I really didn't think about it much. It wasn't until my late 20s that i started really thinking about it. It was at that time that i\I realized that the god of my parents does not exist.

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I am 4 ft. 8 and I'm 14. Do guys still like me if im this short and do I look like an idiot being this short? Some guys like tall girls, some guys short girls, some like athletic girls, some like smart girls, etc, etc.

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With the advent of the microwave, do you eat leftovers more? Its really hard to say since my family got their first microwave when I was 5 or 6.

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do you think there are practicing "christians " that realize there is no god , but find it's easier to stay & pretend ? I'm sure there are. Probably more than you think. Even Mother Theresa had her doubts.

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How should a child earn their allowance? I'm not a fan of an allowance, because an allowance suggests that it is unearned. I would prefer to give my child the opportunity to EARN money. This is not to say that certain household duties wouldn't be expected. There will be chores, but above and beyond that there will be optional jobs to earn money.

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Do you think game rating systems should be based on intellect, not age? Only if its the parent's intellect.

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Do You know any Union Members, & which one? I am a union member, and as such, I know many people that are union members. United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 881. I also know many members of UFCW Local 1546. Also, my fiance is a member of the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSME).

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my 34yr old bf lies about visiting his male friend all the time honey you have gps locater on your phone honey i now where you go why lie? I see so many things wrong with this relationship, why does it still exist?

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How come I see very fit men with really fat girlfriends? The same reason you see fit and/or very beautiful women with seemingly unattractive men. It takes all types.

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What does GOP mean in politics? Grand Oil Party?

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Why are atheists more often stereotyped as Communists-atheists like Stalin than libertarian-atheists like Ayn Rand? In the US, atheism is seen as bad, so it is portrayed in bad light. Perhaps other ABers can talk about the rest of the world.

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Honestly: have you ever used the word 'invidious'? No, I have never used the word "invidious," until now.

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Atheists-how do you handle sins? There is no such thing as a sin because a sin requires the existence of the divine.

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Atheists,Agnostics.....Are you sick of or amused by the religious people who attack you? More amused than annoyed.

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PLEASE! Can you help me with my petition to get my soul(s) back from the Lord God? yes or no? Explain (optional). Yes. Whatever definition you give the the word "soul," if you have one," it should be yours to do with as you please.

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Do you think that our Consciousness leaves our body in Dream state? No, I have no reason to believe this. From what I can remember about the subject, dreaming is our brains way of sorting through memories. This is why people have recurring nightmares; they aren't properly sorted out so the brain tries over and over.

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how is it possible that the sum of a infinite series add up to a finite value? it doesn't make sense intuitively. 1 + -1 + 2 + -2 + 3 + -3 (onto infinity) = 0

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Can I be called the liberal side of libertarian instead of the liberal side of conservative? You can use any label you want. I wouldn't like to be associated with Limbaugh either.

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Do you open the door for everyone or just for women? How do you decide when to open the door for someone? I open the door for anyone, man, woman or child. It all depends on how far ahead of them I am. Generally, if I feel that the door will not close behind me before the next person gets there, I will hold the door for them. I will extend my timing for anyone who is elderly, infirm or carrying a difficult package. Also, I will walk faster to beat an such an individual to the door so that I can open...

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Would a politician in the US going after the "atheist" vote have no chance? Basically, yes, because there is no "atheist vote." Atheists are not a group with much in common. They all lack a particular belief, but, above and beyond that, they are as different as can be. I'm not even sure it would be possible to go after the "atheist vote," short of declaring yourself an atheist, which would be political suicide.

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If you have rejected the religion you grew up with, how much of a struggle did you have when you went through changes in your beliefs? For me, it wasn't so much of a struggle as it was an organic evolution. As I began to learn new things, some things jived while others didn't. Eventually, the groups of supporting ideas grew into the continually evolving philosophy I live by today. I think part of the reason that it wasn't terribly difficult for me is because I wasn't tied down to a religion that I had to reject. I had decided...

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Many people say the Bible answers "Why"? So... what is that answer? Any Muslims, Hindus and others here care to comment as well?

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If your house was on fire, and you could only grab one thing, what would it be? My daughter

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If you were Adam or Eve, would YOU have eaten that apple? Of course. I seek knowledge.

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What is the best way to worship God? Whatever way feels right to you and doesn't bother your neighbor.

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Since US courts state that it is not a human right to have privacy, why is business still allowed to have "Trade Secrets"? He who has the money makes the rules.

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What do you think is the worst occupation to have? Anything below Store Manager at Walmart. Low wages, high expectations, zero job security, almost zero room for advancement.

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I broke up with a guy as I feel really uncomfortable that he goes to lap dancing clubs. Am I being too hard on him? No, you are not. I think that is a perfectly acceptable reason for breaking up with a guy, so long as you didn't spring it on him without warning.

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Does "sounding good" and "doing good" have any connection whatsoever? Sounding good only makes a difference when it inspires others to do good. Doing good is always a good thing.

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Do you think those Jesus promoters are hop-step and jump away from the funny farm.If you tell a lie long enough you believe it yourself? I think that is a huge generalization. For the majority of them, I think, it isn't a matter of telling themselves a lie long enough, but rather, not allowing themselves to question. I would say that most believers are relatively intelligent people that, for one reason or another, don't point their intellect at their belief.

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Is the difference between God and Satan not one of character, but just power levels? Both are different sides of the same coin. You can't know good without evil, and you can't know evil without good.

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Is yoga Satanic? No, Yoga is not Satanic.

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I am a single mom - my daughter has never had a "dad". She came home with a card for MY dad that says "DAD". Teacher insensitivity?? I agree with Prunesquallor. It would have been worse for her to make her sit out the project because she didn't have a dad. While I think a card that read "Grandpa" or similar would have been better, I don't know exactly what happened in the classroom.

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Because neither side knows for sure...isn't all this discussion/arguing about atheism vs belief in an almighty God pointless? The problem is that for many, they claim that they DO know for sure. What's worse, they try to force their beliefs on others via proselytization and legislation. Therefore, the discussion is important. Even if no one changes their mind, at least we are thinking about it. It has entered into the public consciousness and not taken for granted.

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If you had to live on a deserted island for 1 YEAR, but were given the choice of who/what to bring with you, who and what would you bring? Assuming the clothes I am wearing don't count. Also assuming that the island is in a warm climate. If it is in the arctic/antarctic, my choices would be slightly different. An axe A knife A shovel A water filter A first aid kit A length of rope A large pot A large pan A fire kit A second pair of shoes I would prefer to go it alone, so I don't have to worry about anyone else. If the other...

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Do big companies think of us as only "profit makers"? Yes, they do. Generally speaking, the only thing large corporations do, is make money for their stockholders. If that is done best by taking care of the workers, that is what they will do. If it is best done by taking advantage of the workers, then they will do that. Unfortunately, it is more often the latter.

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How should the records of athletes who took performance enhancing drugs be handled? If they broke the rules of their sports organization, they should be wiped out of the books. If they too legal performance enhancing drugs, they should be left in. If they took drugs that were legal at the time but are not illegal, the new athletes should be in a separate category.

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Liberty University has kicked the Liberty University Democratic Club off their campus and will not allow them to use the Univ. name. Is this your idea of liberty? See LINK: Without knowing all the details about the school, I would say that private university has that right. Above and beyond that, it is a jerk move.

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Do Risk Takers accomplish more or flame out more than Play-It-Safers? An individual risk taker may accomplish more or fail hard. The best approach is to approach risks tempered by a bit of play-it-safe.

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What if there were no men in the world? Who would kill the spiders?

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5 day old tongue piercing. Sore gums, yellow tongue, yellow discharge. I this an infection, how can I fight it? without going to the doctors This sounds like an infection that is past the point where you can treat it yourself. Go see a doctor.

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Pawlenty's budget cuts Federal corporate taxes from 35% to 15%! Fantastic! How many jobs will that create d'ya think? The whole idea that cutting taxes on businesses creates jobs in bunk. While it might happen in very specific situations, in general, it will only boost earnings. The only thing that will lead to job growth is product demand.

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will the united postal service eventually disappear? many people already use UPS or fed ex, etc. I doubt it. UPS and Fed Ex are good for certain things, but unless they begin to offer affordable first class postage, the USPS will continue to survive in some form.

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Should a wife have much influence in business/career decisions concerning her husband's profession? Couldn't she cause him to fail? This is sort of an individual thing. Sure, she might cause him to fail, or she might carry him. The best marriages, like the best business relationships are the ones that have balance.

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Do you agree with this picture I found on the internet? (please ignore motivational poster format) I agree that this presents a problem for believers in the standard omnipotent, omni-benevolent deity.

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Can't we ever just have one close guy friend who does not want anything sexual who wouldn't mind cuddling? Not likely, the male biology doesn't work that way.

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I would like to try sky diving for the first time in my up coming birthday, can anyone give me some suggestions to get over my fears? Don't worry, you'll be strapped to an instructor your first time, so you can't screw it up.

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What is Your proud history! Are YOU American, European, Asian, Ecuadorian, French, Korean, etc., Tell us details, . Where are YOU From??!! I was born and raised in the USA with most of my ancestors being from Germany. Before lines were drawn where they are now, I think we were Bohemian.

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You know you're too arrogant about your beliefs when . . . ? You know you're too arrogant about your beliefs when you are unable to consider alternative hypotheses.

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What do you view as unpatriotic in your country? Why? Turning a blind eye to problems and/or impeding those trying to fix them.

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is god real, superstition, illusion or a 100% myth like zues This question depends entirely on the particular god that is being inquired about.

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Is it possible to come to believe that God exists via reason alone?(reason = logic, deductive reasoning and rational thought) This depends on the definition of God that is used.

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In your opinion,do you feel that by "confessing ones sins" In a confession booth,it enables the person to repeat these sins? No, what allows them to repeat those actions is their free will.

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Do you disagree or agree with stem cell research? Why or why not? I think stem cell research should be done. There exists a lot of potential advances in such research.

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When do you ask questions on answerbag.com? When do you answer? I tend to answer more than I ask, but I go through phases where I ask a lot. There is no time that I tend to do more of one or the other; its whatever happens.

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In a relationship, occasional disagreement/argument is inevitable. How much, though, is too much, and how can one fix it? Like so many other things, the line has been crossed when it consistently overflows into other areas of your life. If you relationship disagreements make you unable to sleep or work or do whatever it is that you do (beyond the occasional distractedness), it is likely that it has gone too far.

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What if you found out that the God of the bible was the same God demanding human sacrifices in South America? Funny how many people avoid hypothetical questions, isn't it? I wouldn't be that surprised if the Christian God turned out to be the same God as you mentioned. He already has a history of animal sacrifice, and cruelty to animals is a known warning sign of violence. Not to mention, he has brought up human sacrifice more than once. I seem to recall it being a pivotal concept in the stories of...

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Do you expect more from a canidate other than them saying Obama's a bad president? I don't expect much more from politicians than mudslinging because it works. Anyone remember Willie Horton?

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Do you expend tremendous energy to be normal? I used to when I was younger, until I figured out that nobody was normal.

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Do you think the people in the picture that falls off the wall to reveal termites also eats those ant bagels? It kind of makes me not want to ever visit the Answerbag office.

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Is Satan flying around in UFOs trying to test people's faith? What else would he do once he got all the dinosaur bones in place?

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Why should God care about our sex lives? Why is it so important not to fornicate? Fornication is outlawed by the God of the bible because it is good social policy, and the writers of the bible knew this.

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My 10 mo. boyfriend really wants an open relationship, but I don't really like the idea. How do do I cope with that? He wants to have sex with other women. Sorry, but you need to dump this guy. It sounds like you are both 17-19 if you are both about to go to college. If so, you both have a lot of time to do some living before you settle down. The way I see it, is that the best case scenario is that you will become his safety net. If things aren't particularly productive for him, he know he can always come...

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Is the climate change hoax the most elaborate, far-reaching, conspiracy ever? If it is a hoax, it must be.

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Man erects billboard alleging named ex-gf had an abortion. What do you think of his action? As distasteful as I think that is, and as much of a jerk move as I think that is, since the billboard doesn't have her name, I think it should be protected speech, so long as it doesn't violate any local statutes. One caveat: If the community in which they live is small enough that a considerable percentage know who is being referred to, then I think she has a case.

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Why do people claim their god is correct and others are false? Omnipotence has no room for error. If you believe that your God cannot be wrong, and your God says "I am the one true God," or some such, it follows that all other 'gods' are false.

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Should you be thrown out of school/university for making youtube videos? Yeah, that sounds like garbage to me. Not being familiar with Canadian law, I can only assume that the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms acts similarly to the US Bill of Rights when it states, "Everyone has the following fundamental freedoms: (a) freedom of conscience and religion; (b) freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of the press and other media of...

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IF God (for atheists, if he were real) were to tell you everything your doing wrong, would you correct everything? why or why not? If I was told that everything I was doing was wrong, I wouldn't stop unless I could find a better way. I might pause and look around. Try to re-evaluate. If the admonition came with better instructions, I would give it a go. I don't do things the way I do because of a whim. I do things because they seem best or because they work.

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Why do everyone look upwards when talking of God? I think many do because the prevalent mythology correlates heaven with the sky.

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Why do Scholars and Atheists argue that Jesus Christ never existed? Some suggest that possibility because there is little evidence for his existence. Others differentiate between the historical Jesus and the Biblical Jesus, claiming that the latter never existed.

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Let go and let God-what do you understand by this phrase? It sounds to me like a call to stop and let God handle all your problems. Sounds like terrible advice.

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What do you say to people who say "The internet is a bottomless pit, that offers no realistic hope or oppurtunity"? I would say that the internet is a tool which can be used for good or for ill.

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i'm going to have my first sex in my life with a virgin girl that i love what i should do with her and her virginity? If you are asking such questions on the internet, I have to assume that you are too young to appreciate what you are doing. My advice is to slow down and let her keep her virginity for a bit longer.

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Are the Bible, Koran, and religion, some of the biggest cons that have been sold for a long length of time? No, I disagree. For it to be a con, the con artist must know that they are full of crap. While I think religion to be mostly BS, most of those that are members and clergy really believe it. Sure there are no doubt a few that are full of crap, fleecing their flock, but by and large, I would say they really believe what they are doing. Therefore, it is not a con, just an unfortunate social...

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What do you think of when you hear or see a Jehovah Witness? Oh look, a Jehovah's Witness.

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What country did your ancestors come from? Where did you end-up? My father was born in Germany, where his ancestors lived in what is now Germany as long as we know. My mother is an American mix. Bits of German, British, French and some kind of Native American back too far for anyone to remember details. I am now in Northern Illinois, USA.