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  1. Sundance

    To choose a dharmic religion

    From my limited knowledge of and experiences with these, if I had to choose, I would be a Hindu or a Sikh. For starters, I believe in the existence of a distinct thing called the Self or ‘soul’. I had an dream experience relating to Lord Krishna – plus I was previously a Guadiya Vaisnava, so I’m...
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    What are the imperatives that drive the need for interfaith dialogue?

    This is true, on both levels. Though, it really depends on the mindset of the person hearing it. Most people would have an issue. But what if the “drumming” is actually a different sound coming from another area nearby?
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    What are the imperatives that drive the need for interfaith dialogue?

    As for this criticism, it’s a common one, but one which rests on a mischaracterization of what our religion actually teaches. The Bahá’í Writings do not say that other religions or scriptures are corrupted, no. Rather, the Spirit which animates religion in general (the dedication to transforming...
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    What are the imperatives that drive the need for interfaith dialogue?

    I agree with you on the matter, TS. I find it sad that some people don’t have the openness of heart and mind to sincerely engage with others who may believe differently. We will find points of similarity, and we will find points of difference, but we ought to approach our differences in the...
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    O God, deliver me from the sea of Names.

    O God, deliver me from the sea of Names.
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    What make you think your answers are more correct than others?

    I don’t believe in the idea that any one religion (mine included) fully reflects Reality. It’s best to keep an open-minded approach to all religions.
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    I don’t, TS! And really???

    I don’t, TS! And really???
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    For Religious Folks: What Do You Think of This Quote?

    The quote is very true, to me at least.
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    Yes, it is! And it’s beautiful, no doubt, Truthseeker. As a person who has strong poetic...

    Yes, it is! And it’s beautiful, no doubt, Truthseeker. As a person who has strong poetic leanings, I appreciate the use of symbolism, metaphors, analogies, and allusions in the Bahá’í Writings!
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    Indeed! Parkville is a suburb of Baltimore! I was born in Baltimore as well, though I split my...

    Indeed! Parkville is a suburb of Baltimore! I was born in Baltimore as well, though I split my time between Rosedale and Manchester, PA!
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    Devotions for the Feast of Mulk (Dominion) February 5th

    Blessed Feast of Mulk, dearest @arthra!!
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    Bible, the foundational book of books?

    This is true, to a certain extent. However, you’re forgetting the fact that with the exception of Catholic Bibles, the languages in which the Bible were written in or translated into were so in order to give people who had the ability to read accessibility.
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    Homosexuality

    Given this hypothetical situation, I wouldn’t see an issue with it. They’re married, which has nothing to do with me.
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    Homosexuality

    I’m no Christian, but I – like most other commenters so far – am very devout in my religious beliefs nonetheless. As to this situation, all I’ll say is that I’m much too soft of heart to be willing to throw someone out onto the street, especially if this is my child. Disowning someone, same...
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    Movie- The true life of Muhammad.

    My friend, what is inherently wrong with the movies made by people who have a sincere reverence for their Prophet or Teacher? Is the film The Message different from The Passion of The Christ or Jesus of Nazareth or The Gate (a film/documentary about The Báb)? Secondly, in echo of @sun rise, do...
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    Bible, the foundational book of books?

    This first part, actually, is inaccurate.The printing press was crucial in merely the mass availability of the Bible, it did not radically change the target audience. The Bible, and its central message, was meant to be embraced by everyone. Ancient philosophical works were not so, being geared...
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    Bible, the foundational book of books?

    To a very significant extent, you are correct, DS. Though, I would offer this in a bit of refutation: the philosophical works of ancient Greece or Rome spoke more to the highly-educated than to the masses of people.
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    Bible, the foundational book of books?

    As far as Western Civilization goes, I believe that Jordan Peterson is correct: The Bible is it’s literary foundation.
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    I got a question today that made me think...

    Indeed! There’s always more to learn when you possess a humble heart and an open mind. :D
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    I got a question today that made me think...

    @Seeker of White Light, I’m gonna echo the sentiments of everyone else, and give you a bit of wisdom: the more a person thinks they know, the less there is for them to learn.
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