Is Scientology a religion or a wierd fucked up cult
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Every culture, every society has tried over time, to try and find an explanation of 'why' we're here. Various stories and analogies get created to tell the story of how and why we got here. Ancient societies that have experienced everything life can throw your way over thousands of years have created lessons for survival, understanding, acceptance of what is beyond your control.
Some people have an unfortunate tendency, when they meet others who have a different story of how and why we're here, to dismiss 'others' as mythology, and theirs as the only reality.
Everyone has a story to tell, the reality is different for everyone, there are lessons in all.
Some people have an unfortunate tendency, when they meet others who have a different story of how and why we're here, to dismiss 'others' as mythology, and theirs as the only reality.
Everyone has a story to tell, the reality is different for everyone, there are lessons in all.
Amen to that ... organized religion has caused more problems than I care to name, believe in yourself and do good unto yourself and others, after all you need to be whole to help others and that's all "god" "the creator" "allah" etc. cares about.
Most important rule in Hollywood is to NEVER piss off the Scientologists. These are the most powerful people in Hollywood and they have a reputation of not tolerating anyone who does. :nod:
With regard to blood transfusions, my understanding is that it stems from the Biblical suggestion to not "eat blood", not avoid transfusions, which of course is a fairly recent endeavor.
As to paying 10%, I think it's a good idea to donate 10% of your income to charity, been doing it my whole life and feel fortunate to be able to do so.
Sexy Melina; Great to see your pics and comments here again!
As to paying 10%, I think it's a good idea to donate 10% of your income to charity, been doing it my whole life and feel fortunate to be able to do so.
Sexy Melina; Great to see your pics and comments here again!
I also saw a quote elsewhere that "a cult is a religion without political power." According to that definition, Scientology is a religion in many countries where it has the financial power to retain tax-free status (like here and the US), and a cult in many others where it is not recognized.
You mean Catholics? That is called a tithe. It is a tradition in christianity for people to give a tenth of their income to the church for charity.
They didn't have blood transfusions when the bible was written, so it says nothing about it. Tell him that
I have a friend who's parents wouldn't let him get a blood transfusion because of this religion. They explained it to me too, they say that people can have just as many problems due to complications from blood transfusions and that natural remedies can make the blood multiply rather then having to take someone else's blood.
The reason why they practice this is because a versus in the bible says its wrong to accept blood or transfuse two people. I can't remember the first exactly but they are practicing exactly what the bible says
Its sad
Kisses Melina*
I believe in myself...
I don't need to gather with other people just to worship someone mystical & magical because I don't have the answers. I don't need others telling me what I should think, what I should eat, and what I should do on various days of the week. To be honest, I think being spiritual is fine, it's organised religion that I have a problem with. Religion's been a bigger killer of people than cancer probably has, in my opinion. Think of all the atrocities that have happened throughout history in religion's name.
Sorry, it's not for me...
And Scientology's a cult. Plain & simple.
And Tom Cruise is crazier than a shithouse rat. And he's gayer than 10 Liberaces....
Uncle G, (or Un-cleg, as I will always read your name as), you sir, have made me laugh today.
Excellent posting...
