Respect for Religious Beliefs?

[Thief]

Do you respect all religions and religious beliefs equally?

For those that answered no, what criteria do you make in distinguishing what beliefs you respect and what beliefs you do not?

I try to listen....it's important.

Then I consider...what if it's true?
The consequence to an idea is usually straight up.
There are of course some items, that require some time, time enough to consider possible scenarios as the consequences unfold.

Imagination is important in doing this kind of consideration.
There are no problems you can solve without your imagination.
And without serious considerations and realistic scenarios, you can find yourself nodding your head to some rather awkward ideas. Some of which could prove dangerous, if not fatal.

I suspect, and I'm sure you have seen such things in others....most people give themselves to the belief, because the authoritative figure said so....or the congregation said so....or they read it in a book.

Well...I suppose most people have trust enough.....up front.
I say...trust no one....question everything.

In this way, if I say to you anything....I thought about it first.

 

[Alceste]

I respect or disrespect beliefs in proportion to the character, behavior and satisfaction of the people who hold them.

The tricky bit is that a belief that is poison to one person can sometimes cause another to blossom.

So, I respect people who have persevered and found (or created) the practice and philosophy best suited to their nature. I disrespect people who have settled for a practice or philosophy that does them harm, or does harm to others, or to society at large.

 

[YmirGF]

Do you respect all religions and religious beliefs equally?

Absolutely not. Personally, I think those who try to go the "everything is beautiful" route are simply not paying attention.

For those that answered no, what criteria do you make in distinguishing what beliefs you respect and what beliefs you do not?

I am "old school" on this one, Rojse. Respect is something that one earns, not some dust bunny of frivolity given equally to all.

That being said, I respect everyone's right to believe whatever it is they wish, and would gladly give my life towards that end; however I do draw the line at being respectful of people's ideas themselves. That is just being silly. I was given personal judgment for a reason and I am not shy about using it.

 

[darkendless]

People who think their beliefs deserve respect deserve none.

I respect peoples rights to have religion as long asd it does not impact their ability to function normally.

I far from respect people who let their religion decide non-religious issues for them. People who fight against homosexuality deserve to be castrated in hell for being so damn intolerant.

 

[Light On]

No I don't respect so-called atheists that are only calling themselves that to appear 'cool'. Little kids. Adults, I respect a little more.

 

[Madhuri]

No I don't respect so-called atheists that are only calling themselves that to appear 'cool'. Little kids. Adults, I respect a little more.

Huh? Who are the people who call themselves atheists to appear cool?

 

[Riverwolf]

Respect given is determined by the respect given.

 

[The Neo Nerd]

Respect every religion? HELL NO. Some of them are just plain stupid.

Respect everyones right to believe what they like? YES and i will fight for that right.

Respect someones right to inflict their religious beliefs on me. HELL NO. Your beliefs are yours and you have no right to try and make me believe what you do. You have NO right to influence governmental policy based on your beliefs.

Respect each religious person. NO. Well let me qualify that by saying everyone gets the same amount of common respect until they show that they are deserving of more or less. There are many people who have shown through their ignorance, arrogance and bigotry that they are not deserving of respect. There are others who through their intelligence, humbleness and open-mindedness are deserving of respect (looks at Kathryn, i always look forward to your posts even though i don't always agree with them)

-Q

 

[Magic Man]

No I don't respect so-called atheists that are only calling themselves that to appear 'cool'. Little kids. Adults, I respect a little more.

 

[Morse]

Respect every person's beliefs? Yes. Every person has lead their life and each person has his/her respective reasons for believing what they do. Am I to judge a person based on the small portion of their thoughts that they reveal to me? I don't think I should. So I respect everybody's beliefs.

BUT. When that person begins to inflict their beliefs upon other people, when a person refuses to test their faith, or when a person elevates themselves above others because of their beliefs, I draw the line. Basically, when you begin to be ridiculous, I'll be forced to kick your ***.

Essentially, I won't judge you for what you believe, but for how you act on what you believe.

And I want to go into that

Piece

 

[dragynfly0515]

Do you respect all religions and religious beliefs equally?

No.

For those that answered no, what criteria do you make in distinguishing what beliefs you respect and what beliefs you do not?

I have one criteria - their tolerance of other beliefs. They can believe anything they want as long as they recognize the right of other people to believe something different.

:candle:
Crys

 

[rojse]

I'd be curious to read your definition of 'respect.' The idea of holding all religious beliefs in equally high esteem impresses me as entirely ludicrous.

To me, respect is treating different ideas and thoughts, regardless of how they align with your own, as equal. That said, respecting an opinion does not mean you are unable to examine or question that opinion.

 

[rojse]

We could all make a list of those religions we believe to be false.
However it is not a good idea on a forum like this to do so.

Not suggesting that we make a list of what religions we believe or do not. The OP was trying to ask whether you respect all religions equally (in your case, it seems to be no) and what criteria makes you respect some religions, and not others.

 

[rojse]

Do you respect all religions and religious beliefs equally?

In response to my own OP, I don't respect all religions equally.

For those that answered no, what criteria do you make in distinguishing what beliefs you respect and what beliefs you do not?

The respect I have for a person's religious views (I would not try to dismiss an entire religion based on the opinions of one adherent) would be based on whether that person is willing to examine evidence contrary to their own opinions or not, and whether their beliefs cause harm to themselves or others, or restrict and impede the rights of others.

 

[Terrywoodenpic]

Not suggesting that we make a list of what religions we believe or do not. The OP was trying to ask whether you respect all religions equally (in your case, it seems to be no) and what criteria makes you respect some religions, and not others.

Reasonableness. Of their core beliefs.

I am quite happy to accept or respect other's beliefs in the weird and wonderful, if those beliefs seem to have a structure and purpose that is likely to do good rather than harm to non believers.

 

[blackout]

I do not respect everyone's beliefs.

However I DO respect everyone's peaceable RIGHT to their beliefs.

I can afford a person basic human respect & equal rights in society,
without respecting their beliefs.

I do expect the same from others though.

 

[BruceDLimber]

Greetings!

The idea of holding all religious beliefs in equally high esteem impresses me as entirely ludicrous.

How about almost all of them?

I quote from the Baha'i scriptures:

"There can be no doubt whatever that the peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God. The difference between the ordinances under which they abide should be attributed to the varying requirements and exigencies of the age in which they were revealed. All of them, except a few which are the outcome of human perversity, were ordained of God, and are a reflection of His Will and Purpose. Arise and, armed with the power of faith, shatter to pieces the gods of your vain imaginings, the sowers of dissension amongst you. Cleave unto that which draweth you together and uniteth you."

—(The Proclamation of Baha'u'llah, p. 114;
also Gleanings, CXI, pp. 217-8)

Works for us!

Best,

Bruce

 

[YmirGF]

"There can be no doubt whatever that the peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God.

That is one of the most presumptuous statements I have read in a day or two. Perhaps one should point out to the writer that there is actually much to doubt and the matter is hardly set in stone.

The difference between the ordinances under which they abide should be attributed to the varying requirements and exigencies of the age in which they were revealed. All of them, except a few which are the outcome of human perversity, were ordained of God, and are a reflection of His Will and Purpose.

It might be interesting to hear exactly what groups he is referring to as being the outcome of human perversity. Heaven forbid anything be the outcome of "god's perversity".

Arise and, armed with the power of faith, shatter to pieces the gods of your vain imaginings, the sowers of dissension amongst you. Cleave unto that which draweth you together and uniteth you."

Sadly Bruce, faith is the fodder of the blind, as those who can see have no need to pretend.

 

[Thief]

That didn't go well.
None are so blind as those who will not see.

I've been blind...seven days.
I know the difference between the ability to see, and the refusal to do so.

There are two levels of ignorance.
The first level is easily remedied....by listening.
The second level is profound....some people choose to ignore.

Respecting religion might not be fun...but these discussions are for learning.

Now really...who's full of fodder?

 

[Perfect Circle]

In response to my own OP, I don't respect all religions equally.

The respect I have for a person's religious views (I would not try to dismiss an entire religion based on the opinions of one adherent) would be based on whether that person is willing to examine evidence contrary to their own opinions or not, and whether their beliefs cause harm to themselves or others, or restrict and impede the rights of others.

Well said. That's exactly how I feel. :yes: