The Vent and Rant Thread

[Stitchawl]

Originally Posted by kennyc

That's exactly what it's about.

I suppose in some ways I benefited from the overexposure and pressure of it all. It caused me to rebel.

I decided to investigate all religions, learn as much as I could about them, and then make an informed decision, rather than just accepting what was shoveled into me. It took the next nine years to do so, but by age 22 I knew which was correct for me; which one most closely meshed with my understanding of life and could be comfortably worn as a daily garment, rather than something to be relegated to Sundays, Saturdays, or Fridays.

Saying words in a church, synagogue, or mosque doesn't make one any more religious than saying 'Varrroooom!' in a garage makes one a car...

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Stitchawl

[nohmi2]

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

I suppose in some ways I benefited from the overexposure and pressure of it all. It caused me to rebel.

I decided to investigate all religions, learn as much as I could about them, and then make an informed decision, rather than just accepting what was shoveled into me. It took the next nine years to do so, but by age 22 I knew which was correct for me; which one most closely meshed with my understanding of life and could be comfortably worn as a daily garment, rather than something to be relegated to Sundays, Saturdays, or Fridays.

Saying words in a church, synagogue, or mosque doesn't make one any more religious than saying 'Varrroooom!' in a garage makes one a car...

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Stitchawl

This is one of the reasons why I escaped the 'bricks and mortar' religions.
Although I remember a quote that stayed with me "Do not do to others that which you would not like done to you; the rest is mere commentary." by Rabbi Akiva. Actually, that is a tougher one to stick to than a lot of the others.

There are times when the idea of human sacrifice seems to be a terrific idea!

Cheers.

[devilsadvocate]

Originally Posted by nohmi2

Although I remember a quote that stayed with me "Do not do to others that which you would not like done to you; the rest is mere commentary." by Rabbi Akiva. Actually, that is a tougher one to stick to than a lot of the others.

That's one of the rules I live by; I personally think it's easier than, y'know, that other rule that sounds similar.

[nohmi2]

Originally Posted by devilsadvocate

That's one of the rules I live by; I personally think it's easier than, y'know, that other rule that sounds similar.

There is a very subtle difference.


Cheers

[kennyc]

Here's my rant - the Friggin U.S. Postal system which lost the Sony 900 I shipped to India - yes to one of the members here. Now neither he nor I have the reader and we are both out bunches of money. I know I probably should have paid extra and insured it and all that, but I was too trusting. I do know it will never happen again. I hope whomever ends up with it appreciates all the great literature I left on it.


.....yeah, I'd like to "do unto" someone!!!!

[SameOldStory]

Postpartum abortion?

I can't believe that you would send it without insurance or "signature required", Kenny. But do hope very much that it's just a matter of "misplaced mail".

[dsvick]

Originally Posted by devilsadvocate

That's one of the rules I live by; I personally think it's easier than, y'know, that other rule that sounds similar.

Which one? "Do unto others... then run." That one?

[Stitchawl]

Originally Posted by dsvick

Which one? "Do unto others... then run." That one?

And just how the heck is anyone supposed to NOT covet their neighbor's wife, especially if she's a real hottie? Huh? I ask you?

I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself?

My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev. 19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread. (cotton/polyester blend). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? (Lev. 24:10-16) Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev. 20:14)


Stitchawl

[bjones6416]

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

And just how the heck is anyone supposed to NOT covet their neighbor's wife, especially if she's a real hottie? Huh? I ask you?

I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself?

My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev. 19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread. (cotton/polyester blend). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? (Lev. 24:10-16) Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev. 20:14)


Stitchawl

Yeah, you'd BETTER keep those little rofl smilies going up there, or we're going to make them whoosh you over to Politics and Religion!

[desertblues]

Originally Posted by kennyc

Here's my rant - the Friggin U.S. Postal system which lost the Sony 900 I shipped to India - yes to one of the members here. Now neither he nor I have the reader and we are both out bunches of money. I know I probably should have paid extra and insured it and all that, but I was too trusting. I do know it will never happen again. I hope whomever ends up with it appreciates all the great literature I left on it.


.....yeah, I'd like to "do unto" someone!!!!

My condolences; you must be feeling awfull.

[kennyc]

Originally Posted by SameOldStory

Postpartum abortion?

I can't believe that you would send it without insurance or "signature required", Kenny. But do hope very much that it's just a matter of "misplaced mail".

It was a calculated chance I took and paid the price.

[WT Sharpe]

Originally Posted by kennyc

That's exactly what it's about.

As a wise philosopher whose name has long since escaped me (but who, I recall, stood before a red brick wall as he spoke) once asked, "What if the hokey-pokey is what it's all about?"

[WT Sharpe]

Originally Posted by Stitchawl

I suppose in some ways I benefited from the overexposure and pressure of it all. It caused me to rebel.

I decided to investigate all religions, learn as much as I could about them, and then make an informed decision, rather than just accepting what was shoveled into me. It took the next nine years to do so, but by age 22 I knew which was correct for me; which one most closely meshed with my understanding of life and could be comfortably worn as a daily garment, rather than something to be relegated to Sundays, Saturdays, or Fridays.

Saying words in a church, synagogue, or mosque doesn't make one any more religious than saying 'Varrroooom!' in a garage makes one a car...

Rant Mode: Off

Stitchawl

The dietary habits of Jews is one of the most appealing aspects about their religion. If I ever convert, it will probably be for the food.

In fact; I had some Chinese just the other night.

[kindlekitten]

Originally Posted by WT Sharpe

The dietary habits of Jews is one of the most appealing aspects about their religion. If I ever convert, it will probably be for the food.

In fact; I had some Chinese just the other night.

you mean the law where pork doesn't count as pork in a Chinese restaurant?

[wodin]

Originally Posted by kennyc

Here's my rant - the Friggin U.S. Postal system which lost the Sony 900 I shipped to India - yes to one of the members here. Now neither he nor I have the reader and we are both out bunches of money. I know I probably should have paid extra and insured it and all that, but I was too trusting. I do know it will never happen again. I hope whomever ends up with it appreciates all the great literature I left on it.


.....yeah, I'd like to "do unto" someone!!!!

My rule: If it's worth more than fifty bucks, insure it. And that's not just for USPS, that's everyone in the get it from here to there business.