Is this book suitable for all believers?
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Re: Is this book suitable for all believers?
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I say don't be afraid to question your faith, with our without this book), just don't forget what you believe at the end of the day.
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I think what Richard Haight wants to convey is that regardless of our religion, ethnicity or culture, most of us, deep down in the soul, aspire to receive honesty and love from others. Who doesn't want to be treated with kindness and sincerity? Who doesn't want to be loved? I don't think a non-believer means no morality. But to get these values from people, they must first be offered. Haight just shows a practical method (which, yes, he find it beneficial in his life's journey) that can serve others to find that pure innocence that we only had when we were babies. How it would be a world in which we're all honest, modest and loving with each other?
This message has been transmitted throughout the history of humanity in various ways or forms. Now, for example, it crosses my mind some lyrics from the Beatles "You may say I'm a dreamer/ But I'm not the only one/ I hope someday you will join us/ And the world will be as one ". Perhaps each of us, depending on personality, experience or style can relate this common realm.
In painting, we can find the same view in "Discussing the Divine Comedy with Dante" with 103 cultural icons that sit together; to name a few - Dante Alighieri, Pavarotti, Marlin Monroe, Fidel Castro, Bonaparte, Mozart, Shakespeare, Tyson, Einstein, and many others - all together.
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Fuzaila wrote: ↑09 Mar 2019, 13:43Your points are very intriguing. I also began reading this book with an open mind, but truthfully found myself being unable to relate to what the author was feeling or experiencing more than once in the book. The truth is, except for small children, none of us are blank slates. We all have been influenced by a vast sea of information, people and experiences that color the lens with which we view the world. That being said, we can certainly choose to withhold judgment when reading a book like this.. On one hand, I really want to see if I can decide for myself what the author claims to be true. On the other hand, I don't want it to hinder my faith or belief in any way.
What do you think? Are you a believer? Has the book affected your belief in any manner? Has it made you believe in religions, if you didn't before? Or do you think this book is hindering your faith?
Do you think a book on seeking spirituality has the ability to alter your perspectives on belief, religion and faith?
I personally didn't convert or have any great epiphany during or after reading this book, but I found his experiences and personal journey interesting. I think that almost anyone could gain something from reading Richard Haight's story. As far as your concern about questioning your beliefs, I personally have often thought that taking long-held beliefs off the proverbial shelf and dusting them off to re-examine them every so often is a sign of personal growth.
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