What are your thoughts on the brief discussion on religion and spirituality in the cave?
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What are your thoughts on the brief discussion on religion and spirituality in the cave?
What do you guys think? What are your stances on William's faith and Richard's( I don't remember the second's mates name)?
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I do think that some religions teach their followers to be more confrontational about differences - along the lines of being encouraged or even compelled to "convert" others, or to distance themselves from people who believe differently. An adherent of a religion like that would believe it to be more acceptable or even required to be demeaning/degrading/dismissive to others who believe differently.
Not that it makes it any less hurtful to the other party - but that might be where the "attacker" is coming from, cognitively.
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Well said.diana lowery wrote: ↑20 Apr 2019, 10:43 I agree that religion and/or spirituality are personal. I think that the author was trying to use that scene as a microcosm of the whole world.
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You are right! Our religion determines our way of life. It determines who we are and helps in shaping our destinies. I believe religion is a BIG thing, but I don't believe any religion should be looked down upon.shaz1994 wrote: ↑12 Apr 2019, 03:43 It is only proper to respect the religion of others. Most people like to look down on people on the grounds of religion but its not necessary. I think our different beliefs guide us in our various decisions and also at our lowest moments,religion I what we always turn to.
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This is very true. The big lie that is normally propagated though is that all religions are equal and the issue of serving the same God which I think somehow is not true. Nevertheless, everyone should respect the religious orientations of other people. It is a human right and freedom and I believe that all Constitutions also have a place for this.Katherine Smith wrote: ↑12 Apr 2019, 16:49 I think that this interaction between William and the second mate reflects our society today. Many people feel as though their particular branch of religion is the only one or the "right one". At its best, this viewpoint can be seen as obnoxious or rude, but at worst, this can lead to violence or hatred of another group. I think that everyone has a right to their beliefs, but you also must be respectful of the beliefs of others.
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