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Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Then follow Christs example.
Forgive me.
But the main book of the Jews and Christians has no mention of the Gnosis - so where is the truth in the Bible ?
Originally posted by Akragon
heh, i've been trying to catch up on my reading from where i left off yesterday.
Lots of interesting stuff in these last few pages.
Im not one to side with anyone, especially Christians but it seems the OP is missing something. Similar to those to seek answers in the bible and nothing else.
Gnostic scriptures have much truth in them, but the bible also has just as much truth, just not the same aspects of "truth"
Im wondering if the OP has actually read the words of Jesus in the bible?
Whats this about?
But the main book of the Jews and Christians has no mention of the Gnosis - so where is the truth in the Bible ?
Your "Gnosis" is found in the bible as well, but christ spoke in parables for the most part. IF you don't understand him, the parables sound like nonsence.
The truth is found in the bible and also in Gnostic texts, as well as many other religious scriptures.
If you limit yourself to one set of teachings you blind yourself to the full truth of God.
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
You asked an off-topic question and directed it to "Christian Fundamentalists". Whom do you expect is going to answer it?
Originally posted by Akragon
reply to post by leejohnbarnes
my friend there is much truth in the bible...
Take it from someone whos studied both the Gnostic and Christian scriptures. I believe both have the teachings of Christ, just different aspects of them. Some of which were removed by the church such as reincarnation. You can still find evidence of reincarnation in the bible if you know where to look. This leads me to believe many of the gnostic teachings actually belong in the bible but didn't coinside with the leaders of the churches thoughts on Christ at the time. Also considering the gnostics were basically wiped out by the church it makes you wonder what were they trying to to hide. Although once you read the gnostic scriptures you can clearly see what was thought to be heretical
Of course the reason some info was taken out was control over the populous. If people believed they have "one life to live" then you should make the best out of that life. And the best way is to follow those who are closest with God (the church) This sad ideal is still in effect today. Follow what the church tells you to follow, condem all others that don't believe what your church tells you to believe.
Unfortunatly the path of the church usually leads to judgement of others.
Read the words of Christ in the bible my friend... His words are truth
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
You asked an off-topic question and directed it to "Christian Fundamentalists". Whom do you expect is going to answer it?
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
You asked an off-topic question and directed it to "Christian Fundamentalists". Whom do you expect is going to answer it?
All three of you.
You first.
Originally posted by Akragon
reply to post by leejohnbarnes
I'll answer your question just for fun...
Both the pedophile and the buddhist will pass into the afterlife... There is no hell, only the one we create for ourselves. And if a spiritual Hell exists, its reserved for those who refuse to learn from their mistakes. (but i still don't believe in any hell)
Of course once both of these individuals get to the next step, i'd hate to be in the pedophile's shoes....
Judgement time
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
You asked an off-topic question and directed it to "Christian Fundamentalists". Whom do you expect is going to answer it?
All three of you.
You first.
I'm not a Christian Fundamentalist, so the question isn't directed at me.
Your question (and self-provided answer) is shrouded in ignorance, though. Buddhism is not a religion, so to say that being a Christian Buddhist is paradoxical is not correct. And no Christian that I'm aware of believes that simply saying that one is a Christian and living a deplorable life somehow equates salvation. An unrepentant pedophile (priest or otherwise) is damned, regardless of what they label themselves.
Originally posted by SaberTruth
Originally posted by adjensen
Originally posted by leejohnbarnes
Still waiting for the answer about the Buddhists.
You asked an off-topic question and directed it to "Christian Fundamentalists". Whom do you expect is going to answer it?
"Christian fundamentalist" has a thousand definitions, so be sure to pin him down on which one he thinks applies to even one person in this thread, or you're guilty no matter what you say.
Personally, I'm not paying attention to any more such demands or off-topic rants. If I see anything different than the Wiki quotes I might say something, but I'm pretty sure this horse has been beaten into the ground. Was good exercise though, and I greatly value the insights of those who have done the research from reputable sources. Thanks for all of you who have done a lot of work for our Savior.
Originally posted by Akragon
reply to post by leejohnbarnes
If you are forced to read the bible you'll learn absolutely nothing. Read it of your own free will and you may be supprized what you find.
Heres a pro tip for ya...
Start with Matthew, not Genesis
edit on 19-5-2011 by Akragon because: (no reason given)