I do not believe in killing, period. So, my answer would be 'no.' That said, every effort should be made to prevent a killer from becoming a killer. That effort should include, but not be limited to, in my humble opinion, reducing the glamour and prevalence of violence in our culture. Be well.
[quote]What are you guys talking about?[/quote] Hey there, Yes, you can post to the religion category, but the category itself no longer appears in the "Forums" list. We used to be able to go to the Forums and click on "religion" for articles listed in that category,. This is no longer possible. Charles, its a vast conspiracy to replace us with the techie avalanche. ;) See ya. and, be well.
Good Morning All, Since the powers that be at JU have apparantly decided to eliminate the religion category from the JU forums, I will post my blog to "Life Journals". Be well.
Sometimes the world is not a very nice place and the people that populate it are pretty damned stupid. Be well.
Not a bad idea, steve. But, you know, JU used to have a "religion" category before the Change. I miss the option. Be well.
[quote]I should imagine that it would be under Philosophy.[/quote] Yeppers, one would think, but NOT. Be well.
Hello Brad, Great idea, may you be a blessing in the universe. Oh, BTW, I cannot seem to get anyone to add "Religion" back into the "Forums" list here at JU. I've sent several emails, zip replies. Is there a problem with this category being in the Forums? Be well.
Mazel Tov! May this new marriage bring much happiness and many blessings!
Yes. But less so with extended Zen practice. An old Zen teaching, listen three times, speak once. But I often say, sit on your hands. In other words,don't give in to impulse and snap off a move. Be well.
With palms together, Good Morning Everyone, So, here is the deal. Sometimes life is made of curves. When this happens we become curves. No problem. Life is for us to live as it is, not as we wish it to be. Our lives must be pliant, flexible. We must be pliant, flexible. To be rigid and straight on a curved highway is not useful. On the other hand, to be curved and flexible on a straight highway is also not useful. So sometimes&nbs
With palms together, Good Morning Everyone, Apparently it rained overnight as we woke to raindrop spattered windows and high humidity. Clouds are hanging on the mountains. In spite of this overwhelming beauty, we have decided not to go for our morning walk. Both of us have a busy day today. We will be at Temple Beth El assisting with the Open House. The Religious School, the Academy, the Sisterhood, the Mensch Club,
[quote]You have lost me on this one....perhaps you have a completely different definition and understanding of suffering. How possibly can good attitudes be a recipe for suffering?[/quote] Hi Lula, Its not the things themselves that causes the suffering, per se (although, I will say that perpetually feeling happy might get a tad tiresome over time). Its the trying to keep what is impermanent, that ice cube on a very hot day, that is the cause. &nbs
[quote]How about striving for happiness, cheerfulness, giving of yourself as in listening, affection, laughter, complimenting another, doing favors? Aren't good dispositions something to hold on to...or anything that is good for that matter? [/quote] Hi Lula! Thank you for your wel wishes. As to the quote above, its sort of like holding onto an ice cube on a very hot, very sunny day. Its notthat good attitudes, feelings, and the like aren't of value, bu
With palms together, Good Morning Everyone, Our living room is looking very strange. Paintings that once adorned the walls are stacked now against them, boxes are stacked with markers telling us to what part of our house they belong. The kitchen has been packed. The library has been packed. The bathrooms have been packed. We are left with the odds and ends necessary to continue to live in this condo until Tuesday when son Jaso
[quote]The problem with our attitude in dealing with God is that we accuse Him of doing what we do ALL the time with clear conscious and with no guilt whatsoever. Just think of this: what do we do with an old TV set that doesn’t work properly? What do we do with a laptop that hangs up all the time? what do we do with a chair that doesn't look good with the rest of furniture? We all know what we do with these items. WE DESTROY THEM. Well, we throw them away and someone else destroys them
With palms together, Good Morning Everyone, My Little Honey and I have this thing. I talk about the effects and adaptations we encounter and make as we are aging; she refuses to go there.We do what we can, exercise, try to eat better, get regular physicals, etc., but we also recognize the importance of friends, community, and Temple in our lives.I was just reading through a commentary on this week's Torah portion, V'Etchanan. &nbs
Hello Boudica, I've never agreed with boycotting movies, burning or banning books, and all the other activities true believers seem to support in their cause. I tend to ban movies, books, etc., with my wallet. That said, I also believe making fun of people based on things out of their control such as race, gender, cognitive ability, etc., is rarely advisable and, frankly (IMHO) rarely funny. Does it rise to the level of a boycott? I don't think so
[quote]Yes, it is well to obey your religion's laws, but you should have a hatred of sin, not just a good excuse not to do it.[/quote] Not so. Hatred is a poison to one's heart and soul. We should never hate, even sin. What we should do is not sin. Be well.
If I might chime in here: When people reply, "Its against my religion" I think that are saying that they want to abide by their faith's precepts. Most religions have precept ceremonies in one form or another. When we take these precepts, it means we are making them our own and promising not to violate them. So, in effect, its a shorthand answer. Be well.
Where in the world is everyone today? Hardly a comment on any of our blogs!
Hi there, Can someone at JU put the "Religion" category back into the Forums list? I cannot seem to find it except in the create new article page.
[quote]Agreed. The whole platform is to take from those who do and give to those who don't. [/quote] BS. Actually, it is completely the other way around. Republicans vote consistently to lower taxes on business and corporations (thus giving big breaks to them) and take from the vast working class by riding on their backs. Republicans vote conservative, wanting to retain things, maintain the status quo; Democrats tend to vote progressive, wanting to improve condition
[quote]There is no necessary level of attachment required to live in this world[/quote] With the exception of this phrase we are on a similar page. We have multiple frames of reference which can be understood as Big and Small or Absolute and Relative. Both exist in the same space and time. To live in the Absolute and ignore the Relative would be a disaster. We each need to get up in the morning, eat, go to work, keep to a schedule, etc...all Relative world tas
[quote]As a Muslim, i don't even think of making Saudia Arabia my home. As far as i know, no Christian anywhere outside the old Palestine wish to make it home either. So why do Jews only feel at home there? why can't you be a Jew with your home wherever you were born or where you like to live. and your Nationality is where you make your home. I am only wondering about these points here... no criticism should be implied from it.[/quote] Shalom, TA, No offense taken.
Hello KFC, All, I read your comment about the church group assisting homeless and getting hassled in the process. I work at our local soup kitchen fairly frequently. The hardest part is serving the food because we never really know what to expect coming through the line. As nice, middle class, religious types, we harbor thoughts that homeless people might appreciate our efforts, and most do, but there are the occassions where its not a pretty picture. Here's the thing, many
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