Posted by: busenitz January 4, 2013
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I would like to drop some comment on this thread since folks like FREEDOM2012 seems to focus on what called superificial charm. Before I say anything about the specific religions, there are two kinds of religions in this world: ETHNIC (Natural) and UNIVERSAL (Voluntary). Hinduism, Judaism are ETHNIC religions while Christianity, Islam, Buddhism are UNIVERSAL religion. In ETHNIC religion one is a member by virtue of being born into it. It is tied to the culture and ethnic heritage so many of Nepali Lads who consider themselves progressive and modern by labeling themselves as Agnostic or Atheist are still considered Nepali Hindus.
Voluntary religions essentially have individuals choosing to follow some religion other than that of the social norm. Do you know how Christianity got spread over the year to Africa, South America, India...etc
Now, these VOLUNTARY religions came into existance 2000 years ago while there were still ETHNIC religions so the whole point of these religions were to lure the people into their newly formed religion by doing the things that has not been done. Why does Bible, Koran covers pretty much everything about life and not GITA? Bible comprises of lot of books and they just complied the some stuffs from each of the book. Christian scholars knew what people want and what's easier to sell. The Bible has been modified numerous times according to the needs of the people and circumstances.
Now, You will be able to see why and which group of people will be tolerant and that makes perfectly good sense. FREEDOM2012, Yes your are right there are a lot of good Christians, so are lot of good Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists. You have been talking about how genereous Christians are and how HIndus in Nepal do not donate anything to anybody. There are some factors you need to take into consideration like the financial status. In US, you can donate $20 a month (which is the wages of 3 hrs of labor at the minimum wage) even though your a student. Now, think about a student in Nepal who wants to donate less than $5 (~ Rs 500) a month. You see the difference? I am not sure if you are aware of the fact that various religious functions organized in society gather lot of money even in Nepal for noble causes like constrcution of hospital, schools, colleges. What I am trying to say is people tend to be generous when they are in good financial status. I have realized this fact with my own experience. I never donated any money while I was in Nepal coz I didnt have a lot. I used to get certain allowance every month and didnt really wanna give it to anybody. Now, I make some money (not a lot) which is enough for me to sustain till I get out of school. These days I dont mind pitching $20-$30 when I see needs.
Last but not the least, please do not reach to any decisions by just looking at somebody and saying "I think they look good and happy." I am a Hindu and I don't think Christianity or any religion itself is evil. But the problem is Christians do not see other rleigions compatible and they want to proselytize the non believers.
Voluntary religions essentially have individuals choosing to follow some religion other than that of the social norm. Do you know how Christianity got spread over the year to Africa, South America, India...etc
Now, these VOLUNTARY religions came into existance 2000 years ago while there were still ETHNIC religions so the whole point of these religions were to lure the people into their newly formed religion by doing the things that has not been done. Why does Bible, Koran covers pretty much everything about life and not GITA? Bible comprises of lot of books and they just complied the some stuffs from each of the book. Christian scholars knew what people want and what's easier to sell. The Bible has been modified numerous times according to the needs of the people and circumstances.
Now, You will be able to see why and which group of people will be tolerant and that makes perfectly good sense. FREEDOM2012, Yes your are right there are a lot of good Christians, so are lot of good Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists. You have been talking about how genereous Christians are and how HIndus in Nepal do not donate anything to anybody. There are some factors you need to take into consideration like the financial status. In US, you can donate $20 a month (which is the wages of 3 hrs of labor at the minimum wage) even though your a student. Now, think about a student in Nepal who wants to donate less than $5 (~ Rs 500) a month. You see the difference? I am not sure if you are aware of the fact that various religious functions organized in society gather lot of money even in Nepal for noble causes like constrcution of hospital, schools, colleges. What I am trying to say is people tend to be generous when they are in good financial status. I have realized this fact with my own experience. I never donated any money while I was in Nepal coz I didnt have a lot. I used to get certain allowance every month and didnt really wanna give it to anybody. Now, I make some money (not a lot) which is enough for me to sustain till I get out of school. These days I dont mind pitching $20-$30 when I see needs.
Last but not the least, please do not reach to any decisions by just looking at somebody and saying "I think they look good and happy." I am a Hindu and I don't think Christianity or any religion itself is evil. But the problem is Christians do not see other rleigions compatible and they want to proselytize the non believers.