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Most correct religion for mankind

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
I believe the best way to tell if a religion or teaching is true, is by the people who actually live it. Not the ones who claim to live it, the ones who actually live it.

Agreed. However, lets take christianity for example or Islam if you want. If someone come and say Muslims are bad because they did such and such, that would seem reasonable. But when someone says Islam is bad because Muslims do such and such, then thats not reasonable anymore.

The way you are describing it is used to know who the most correct persons are, not the most correct religion.

And Allah knows best
 

DavyCrocket2003

Well-Known Member
Agreed. However, lets take christianity for example or Islam if you want. If someone come and say Muslims are bad because they did such and such, that would seem reasonable. But when someone says Islam is bad because Muslims do such and such, then thats not reasonable anymore.

The way you are describing it is used to know who the most correct persons are, not the most correct religion.

And Allah knows best

Okay, I think I know what you're saying. But that is why I stress the need to look at the people who actually live they're religion. That is why, even when I see crazy so called "Muslims" who do horrible things in the name of religion, I am able to separate the real message of Islam from the bad things those Muslims do. I know that Muhammad did not teach people to act that way. Same with Christians who do horrible things "in the name of God," (like blowing up abortion clinics or something).

But I do see some problems with that way of thinking. How is an observer from outside of a religion supposed to judge who is the real representative of that religion? It is hard I suppose. I think that the best way to see if a religion is true or not, is to try it out. Try following the teachings. Read the sacred texts. Study the words of their prophets etc. If they are true, you will know it.
 

justbehappy

Active Member
Not everyone is smart :)

(Im kidding btw :) )

No really, not everyone is smart ;) But if it was "right" than we'd follow it I believe. Maybe we're all supposed to follow a different religion to bring us to fufill our purpose. And maybe the correct religion we are not supposed to know at this time in history.
 

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
Okay, I think I know what you're saying. But that is why I stress the need to look at the people who actually live they're religion. That is why, even when I see crazy so called "Muslims" who do horrible things in the name of religion, I am able to separate the real message of Islam from the bad things those Muslims do. I know that Muhammad did not teach people to act that way. Same with Christians who do horrible things "in the name of God," (like blowing up abortion clinics or something).

But I do see some problems with that way of thinking. How is an observer from outside of a religion supposed to judge who is the real representative of that religion? It is hard I suppose. I think that the best way to see if a religion is true or not, is to try it out. Try following the teachings. Read the sacred texts. Study the words of their prophets etc. If they are true, you will know it.


100 percent agreed, thats a very very healthy approach to take. :)
 

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
No really, not everyone is smart ;) But if it was "right" than we'd follow it I believe. Maybe we're all supposed to follow a different religion to bring us to fufill our purpose. And maybe the correct religion we are not supposed to know at this time in history.

Dont you think it would be very unjust from a Just God to let humanity burn in Hell because it didnt follow His teachings while nothing was sent to them.
Or maybe you're thinking of something better, something like ; none of us will go to Hell until the true religion comes in a future time of history :D

In my humble opinion, I guess if God sent us a religion to follow, then it would be very reasonable to think that He as a Just God, gave us the complete tools of finding the truth, like when Allah says in Quran: part of (17:36)

Verily! The hearing, and the sight, and the heart, of each of those you will be questioned (by Allah).

i.e that the tools are those three.

And Allah knows best
 

839311

Well-Known Member
Dont you think it would be very unjust from a Just God to let humanity burn in Hell because it didnt follow His teachings while nothing was sent to them.

Even if something was sent to humanity, it would still be unjust to burn people in hell. Hell is the most evil thing imaginable. It is such a shame that so many people in our world follow religions that say God will burn people in hell, then justify their belief with a book. A book! Why not let God speak for himself? What would you say if you were standing before god one day and he told you that the terrible concept of hell was just created by men, and that he would never subject living beings to such horrible cruelty? You may truly have to give account to him one day, but I very much doubt you'll be punished at all, let alone thrown into hell. You'll probably feel really naive about believing such nonsense, and maybe that will be punishment enough.
 

justbehappy

Active Member
Dont you think it would be very unjust from a Just God to let humanity burn in Hell because it didnt follow His teachings while nothing was sent to them.
Or maybe you're thinking of something better, something like ; none of us will go to Hell until the true religion comes in a future time of history
Well 1.) I'm not assuming that this religion comes from a God, and 2.) I'm not assuming there is a hell, or heaven for that matter
 

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
Even if something was sent to humanity, it would still be unjust to burn people in hell. Hell is the most evil thing imaginable. It is such a shame that so many people in our world follow religions that say God will burn people in hell, then justify their belief with a book. A book! Why not let God speak for himself? What would you say if you were standing before god one day and he told you that the terrible concept of hell was just created by men, and that he would never subject living beings to such horrible cruelty? You may truly have to give account to him one day, but I very much doubt you'll be punished at all, let alone thrown into hell. You'll probably feel really naive about believing such nonsense, and maybe that will be punishment enough.


147. Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allâh is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.

Thats all it takes
 

839311

Well-Known Member
147. Why should Allah punish you if you have thanked (Him) and have believed in Him. And Allâh is Ever All Appreciative (of good), All Knowing.

That doesn't address what I said at all.

In response to your post, why do you think it will be given as credit to you for thanking and believing in something which your not even sure is real? Perhaps your devotion is more a waste of time than something of real benefit. If the gods are real, perhaps they hope that you will explore all kinds of different paths in life, including different spiritual and religious paths. This could lead you to develop a broader understanding of reality, of perspectives, something that the gods may very much approve of.
 

839311

Well-Known Member
:) Thanks for the advice

Your very welcome!

and thank you for letting me know what God really want from me

Oh, thats not what I said at all. I said 'perhaps'. As far as I know, the gods don't exist at all. Although, I hope and pray that they do, and that they are good.

It almost seems as if you are trying to run away. You havn't addressed any of my points in either of the posts. Why is that? Is it because I have presented the idea that it may in fact be you whom the gods are shaking their heads at, as opposed to your view of the infidels who are destined for the eternal fires of hell? Such a terrible idea, with no logical merit at all. A good god torturing people forever? That makes no sense at all. Either the idea is complete nonsense, or the god you believe in is an evil monster. It is worthwile to consider the matter.
 

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
I'll keep running :) , as you already think its non-sense, and I profoundly dislike debates with no benefit ( You can ask anyone who knows me correctly) AND and especially BECAUSE Ihave a very dear guest knocking on my door called Ramadan and I can start hearing the Adhan.

Its him, its calling me : ALlahu Akbar , Allahu Akbar ( Im here, open your heart, dont care about anything beside me) , Im the month of worship so gets to work now :)

You cant believe how happy I am , and thats why I dont feel like messing it up with discussions about does God exists or not ( already done that millions of times before) and NOW now is time for worship, happiness and lightness and joy of heart.


Alhamdulillah, alhamdulillah. Welcome my dear month, welcome and may your stay benefit in all ways . ALlahu Akbar wal hamdulillah.

ALhamdulillah
Al hamdulillah

Ill leave as I dont wanna be late on my dear beloved month
Alhamdulilah, and Ramadan Mubaaaarak for all my brothers and sisters in ISlam

Allahu AKbar

Peace for everyone, peace on every disturbed soul and may Allah grant you this joy Im feeling as I wish everyone had it only for once to see how its like.

Peace be upon you all
 

839311

Well-Known Member
You cant believe how happy I am , and thats why I dont feel like messing it up with discussions about does God exists or not ( already done that millions of times before) and NOW now is time for worship, happiness and lightness and joy of heart.

Fair enough. I believe there is a time and a place for everything, and right now it seems you are getting something out of your worship. I hope you get as many positives out if it as possible.

When the time comes for discussions again, I would be happy to get back into the ring with you. Knockout

Peace be upon you all

And on you as well.
 

fatima_bintu_islam

Active Member
Fair enough. I believe there is a time and a place for everything, and right now it seems you are getting something out of your worship. I hope you get as many positives out if it as possible.

When the time comes for discussions again, I would be happy to get back into the ring with you. Knockout.


That was funny :D , fair enough after a month of worship Inshallah I guess Ill be more than ready to be back on the ring :)
 
Every religious will say we are the best but infact there is only one and true religion that is Islam If we follow Islam then we can survive easily in society with ease and calm So Allah Almighty is our one and best God Who guided us right and wrong path by revealed a Holy Quran to Holy Prophet(P.B.U.H).
 

arimoff

Active Member
Every religious will say we are the best but infact there is only one and true religion that is Islam If we follow Islam then we can survive easily in society with ease and calm So Allah Almighty is our one and best God Who guided us right and wrong path by revealed a Holy Quran to Holy Prophet(P.B.U.H).

Oh yes, we can surely see how well the society of the Quran and the prophet survives with CALM
 

Ahanit

Active Member
I think that there is no Religion which is correct for all Human beings

We are all Individuals, with our own Experience and Abilities. Some have the will to serve, some have no Prob to be seen as Slaves, some want to be Master, some want create the own life...

My religion is the best for me, as the religions you have choosen for your self may be the best for yourself...

I can not understand why the one or the other choose a special religion, may be I don't want to understand it..

But studying the different Religions, their sacred texts and Theories, their Ideas and Limitations, I understand Why I can not choose another way than the one I found for me.

Feel free to choose what Ever you want and try to be Happy with it, as you are happy for others, that are sure about the path they have choosen for themself......

There is no Right and no wrong religion.... There is only the Individual and the path he want's to go...
 
There is a true religion. Why do you think you are created if it is not that you be should worship and be grateful to your creator. It is from God that we all come from and to him we shall return.

The problem is that most men are stubborn and arrogant creatures. The signs are clear for those who can see with both their eyes and their hearts. We are different from other creatures because we have freedom of choice. We need to use this freedom for good. Hence there is redemption and punishment on the day of judgement and all will be judged by their deeds.

You must be the one to make the effort to study and genuinely do your research on religion and the true message of God. Did you think that you were created without a purpose?

Islam is the religion for all. In fact we believe that Jesus , Abraham, Moses (peace be upon them) were all messengers of God . We have the Qu'ran as our guide which are the protected words of God which was sent to mankind as a mercy from God and as glad tidings to the true believer.
 

Sihopopa

Member
have you ever read quran?the best way to know islam,is by reading the quran...
The problem with that recipe, as we see with Christianity, is that 'reading' the book, appears to invariably mean that we fall into the well worn tracks of a sect that promotes themselves as having previously 'read' the book, and now has the task of leading the rest of us.
 

javajo

Well-Known Member
I don't believe in religion, but I do believe in a person, and that is Jesus Christ the Lord. With religion, you have man trying to earn his way to heaven by doing certain good works, rituals, ceremonies, etc. But with Jesus, heaven is free, no strings attached, as it says in Romans 4:4-6:

When a man works, his pay is not considered a gift. It is owed to him.
But things are different with God.
He makes evil people right with himself.
If people trust in him, their faith is accepted even though they do not work.
Their faith makes them right with God...
God makes those people right with himself.
But they don't have to do anything in return.

Now I can dig that!
 
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