10 Jun 2019, 12:24 pm
Twilightprincess wrote:
TheRevengeofTW1ZTY wrote:
Twilightprincess wrote:
TheRevengeofTW1ZTY wrote:
Twilightprincess wrote:
I’m no stranger to the likes of Mormons!
In those types of religions, their beliefs are unusual, but they are presented in a rational, reasonable, and relatable sort of way, so they don’t seem as strange as they actually are.
In those types of religions, their beliefs are unusual, but they are presented in a rational, reasonable, and relatable sort of way, so they don’t seem as strange as they actually are.
And as an agnostic omnist (an omnist is a believer in all religions containing "some" truth to them) the one belief they have that I do agree with is not consuming substances like drugs, tobacco, alcohol, and even caffeine.
Those things are unhealthy, damage the body, and are addictive. It's best if we all do without that stuff if we want to live long and healthy.
But I'm also a firm believer in freedom of choice. There isn't anything wrong with a person partaking in such things for pleasure but they should always be aware of either the health or legal consequences.
I tend to believe in moderation instead of total abstinence, except in the case of drugs and tobacco although I see no problem with someone wanting to enjoy a cigar to celebrate a special occasion.
There are health benefits associated with alcohol and caffeine if they are both consumed in moderation.
Not everyone can be moderate when it comes to this stuff, though, so they should avoid it altogether.
Agreed. I am such a person with no self control, so I choose not to do it.
Alcoholism and drug abuse runs in my family.
It’s very mature of you to recognize that and to stay away from such things. Not everyone has that level of insight.
Thanks.
I think sometimes I do have good insight, other times I'm just an emotional trainwreck. 
10 Jun 2019, 12:34 pm
10 Jun 2019, 12:35 pm
10 Jun 2019, 12:42 pm
I'm against animal cruelty.
Btw does anyone else think of executions as a form of human sacriface? There's often a form of ritualism with it.
In dominantly Christian cultures (especially in the old days) the condemned person was given a last meal (symbolic of The Last Supper) and accompanied by a chaplain who would give them a moment to pray before being put to death.
In countries like China the condemned holds a buddhist charm in their hands while they wait to be executed by firing squad.
I view such things as a form of ritualistic human sacriface. Trying to sacriface criminals to either 'God' or Buddha. 
10 Jun 2019, 12:50 pm
Sorry I hope that didn't sound too morbid.
10 Jun 2019, 1:05 pm
10 Jun 2019, 1:08 pm
10 Jun 2019, 5:23 pm
TheRevengeofTW1ZTY wrote:
I'm against animal cruelty.
Btw does anyone else think of executions as a form of human sacriface? There's often a form of ritualism with it.
In dominantly Christian cultures (especially in the old days) the condemned person was given a last meal (symbolic of The Last Supper) and accompanied by a chaplain who would give them a moment to pray before being put to death.
In countries like China the condemned holds a buddhist charm in their hands while they wait to be executed by firing squad.
I view such things as a form of ritualistic human sacriface. Trying to sacriface criminals to either 'God' or Buddha.
Btw does anyone else think of executions as a form of human sacriface? There's often a form of ritualism with it.
In dominantly Christian cultures (especially in the old days) the condemned person was given a last meal (symbolic of The Last Supper) and accompanied by a chaplain who would give them a moment to pray before being put to death.
In countries like China the condemned holds a buddhist charm in their hands while they wait to be executed by firing squad.
I view such things as a form of ritualistic human sacriface. Trying to sacriface criminals to either 'God' or Buddha.
By definition its not a "sacrifice" because "to sacrifice" something is "to forsake something, or someone, of value".
Executing a felon is the opposite: disposing of someone undesirable. Being a little bit nice to them by offering the condemned some religious frippery before we axe them doesn't make it a "sacrifice" on the part of the executioners or of society. .
10 Jun 2019, 5:38 pm
naturalplastic wrote:
TheRevengeofTW1ZTY wrote:
I'm against animal cruelty.
Btw does anyone else think of executions as a form of human sacriface? There's often a form of ritualism with it.
In dominantly Christian cultures (especially in the old days) the condemned person was given a last meal (symbolic of The Last Supper) and accompanied by a chaplain who would give them a moment to pray before being put to death.
In countries like China the condemned holds a buddhist charm in their hands while they wait to be executed by firing squad.
I view such things as a form of ritualistic human sacriface. Trying to sacriface criminals to either 'God' or Buddha.
Btw does anyone else think of executions as a form of human sacriface? There's often a form of ritualism with it.
In dominantly Christian cultures (especially in the old days) the condemned person was given a last meal (symbolic of The Last Supper) and accompanied by a chaplain who would give them a moment to pray before being put to death.
In countries like China the condemned holds a buddhist charm in their hands while they wait to be executed by firing squad.
I view such things as a form of ritualistic human sacriface. Trying to sacriface criminals to either 'God' or Buddha.
By definition its not a "sacrifice" because "to sacrifice" something is "to forsake something, or someone, of value".
Executing a felon is the opposite: disposing of someone undesirable. Being a little bit nice to them by offering the condemned some religious frippery before we axe them doesn't make it a "sacrifice" on the part of the executioners or of society. .
Ok that makes sense.
