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Sharia Law and Religious Harassment
So did you hear about the judge who applied Sharia Law to dismiss an assault charge against a Muslim who “defended his prophet?” It makes a great story. Read the rest of this entry
But You Broke the Rules! and Other Bad Advice for Jefferson Bethke
“I’m going skydiving on Friday, want to come?” Read the rest of this entry
Rituals and Faith in Religion
There is a continual tension between ritual and the requirements of religion. How do we decide what is necessary, avoid guilt and condemnation for our choices, and how do we really connect with God?
“It’s obvious what the answer has to be! How could anyone be so stupid? Their argument is so flawed!”
“Yeah, and the one who worries me is Peter. He’s been so flaky on this all along.”
“Couldn’t agree with you more! I was there when he Read the rest of this entry
Inadequacy, guilt and religious solutions
Religious people seem to enjoy setting a bunch of rules for other folks to follow. Apparently something is only acceptable if it involves inconvenience wrapped up in a cover of archaic rituals. It doesn’t take long until a simple concept like knowing God Read the rest of this entry
