Posted by JahL on September 16, 2001, at 12:25:06
In reply to Re: two wrongs...JahL/Elizabeth, posted by akc on September 15, 2001, at 14:44:19
> I wish I had a board to discuss some of the theological/religious stuff with "independent thinkers." (I love that term -- because I am far from a heathen, even if I choose not to believe in a diety.) I would post some of my ideas, but I am afraid of being put down or told there is only one way or told that I am a heathen.
Noone shld be calling anyone a heathen. It's an insult (deployed by religious types who like to feel superior) & as such contravenes board rules on civility. Having said that, people are welcome to call me a heathen. Better that than the faintly embarrassing prospect of being associated with any religion.
>I live in the midwest, and I just have not yet found a safe space for many of my thoughts. I have one or two friends that it does feel safer with. But I would love a bigger forum. I know this board is not it -- but both of you would be great to share such a place with.
Thanks. Were I more even tempered & patient than I am currently, I might join you. These sort of debates are generally a frustrating affair since the cornerstone of all religions-faith-is itself impervious to logic or reason. If someone's made their mind up that black is white there's only so much I can do to convince them otherwise.
BTW I remember reading that certain Southern States had outlawed the teaching of Darwinism and had made Creationism compulsory learning. Does anyone know if this is true? Scary if it is.
J.
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