REAL debate thread for RELIGION

[Valandil]

Originally posted by brownjenkins

i realize it's a somewhat idealic pov... but one has to start somewhere

all that being said... many religions hold truths that are in alignment to those of western society at large, or are relatively harmless if they are not... the main problem is when religious truths conflict with the idea of a democratic and free society

I think it's a perfectly rational pov... for someone who does not subscribe to a particular faith. I only hope my pov comes off as equally rational for someone who does subscribe to a particular faith.

GrayMouser, I'm not trying to ignore your post, I'm... pondering it. Frankly, I'm at a loss for how best to respond. It doesn't exactly shake my faith, but I'm not sure I can carry the ball on this one. Maybe Rian or Lief Erikson can do you justice... they seem a bit more clear-headed than I feel most times. If they don't, I'll keep thinking on it and give it a whirl later.