Jason Vander-Hoek
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In a word, YES. Scientology is dangerous. When you take a look at the inner workings, it's hard not to be concerned at this new phenomenon. The fact that it is primarily an opportunity for the wealthy to purchase power is still over-shadowed by the fact that before creating Scientology L. Ron Hubbard was known to have said that creating religion is the easiest way to get rich quick. How does that not just shatter the integrity of the whole operation? Not only is this cult dangerous but it should be inspiring some concern for the ability for us as a race to think critically. For a society that thinks it is so advanced, when we really take a look in the mirror, I'm sure we'll see there is a long way to go. … Read More
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Re: Re: if the big bang theory is true...
The Big Bang Theory doesn't make sense. Science tells us that a reaction will never yield more products than reactants. Like a lot of theories, that's all they are. Ideas that don't really have proof. It's got about as much credibility as me saying that reality to us is really just some alien's dream. Ooooooo. … Read More
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Re: Can people of different faiths coexist?
In theory, almost all faiths should be able to co-exist. Take a look at most mainstream religions. Most have a core belief in letting people believe whatever they want because all paths will converge into one. Even Christianity, though it teaches that Christ is the only path to God, speaks of loving all men and women unconditionally. The only problem is, it is all in theory. It's like communism. It sounds great on paper but when you put anyone behind the wheel you almost undoubtedly will get a chaotic result. Not to say we are inherently evil, but the race of man has a long history of succumbing to pride. Too many times has the pride of a ruler or an important figure shattered the hope of coexistence. I don't know, I suppose the answer in the question would be yes, but it would take a lot of humility. … Read More
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Jason Vander-Hoek commented on how do we define the wisedom vs. knowledge on January 16, 2008, 3:13 AM
Knowledge is a cumulation of facts where as wisdom is the ability to use your knowledge productively.
Jason Vander-Hoek commented on Do you think there are too many people in the world? What should we do about it? on January 16, 2008, 2:50 PM
Colonize Mars