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OK, before everyone gets bent out of shape, are we allowed to say the G-word here? You know, God.
I'd say you can discuss with others about concepts you can define. You should define your concepts in order to orient the discussion in the direction you are interested in. Can you define this word please ?Religious Discussion Guidelines:
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Pinu7 said:Acceptable:
"My God, that is hilarious!"
"So yesterday, I was praying to my God, and this clown kicked me..."
Pinu7 said:Acceptable:
"So yesterday, I was praying to my God, and this clown kicked me..."
Evo said:use descriptors such as "supernatural being(s), dieties, gods and goddesses, etc..." that way the thread isn't as likely to make people think that you are trying to discuss a specific religion.
I'm not that young. Well, maybe I'm young at heart.MotoH said:Magnus, are you of a younger age?
Ivan Seeking said:What bothers me most about religion discussions are statements like "I hate religious people". Considering that 90% or so of the world, and a majority of the US, are religious, and considering that this is an international forum, statements as such may be considered deep insults to members who are religious. It is just another example of social obnoxiousness and rudeness sanctified by the popular opinion of a small group.
Funny thing is that I didn't think about religion much anymore until I joined PF. How's that for irony!
MotoH said:That is why I asked him how old he was. From my observations, the young atheists are full of fire and brimstone! The older the atheist is, the less hateful towards religion they are.
The same I suppose can be said for religious folk also.
MotoH said:That is why I asked him how old he was. From my observations, the young atheists are full of fire and brimstone! The older the atheist is, the less hateful towards religion they are.
The same I suppose can be said for religious folk also.
MotoH said:That is why I asked him how old he was. From my observations, the young atheists are full of fire and brimstone! The older the atheist is, the less hateful towards religion they are.
The same I suppose can be said for religious folk also.
cepheid said:So, in addition to being more idealistic, youth are also more ideological...
GeorginaS said:Ivan, I wasn't aware that "I hate religious people" was acceptable commentary here. Especially that the comment isn't even substantiated or backed up in any way.
I'm entirely not a fan of hate speech regardless of who it comes from and who it's directed at and especially when it's being spewed for its own sake without even a rationalisation to go with it.
MotoH said:At the end of days he will get what is coming to him. . .:tongue:
GeorginaS said:Ivan, I wasn't aware that "I hate religious people" was acceptable commentary here. Especially that the comment isn't even substantiated or backed up in any way.
Ivan Seeking said:Neither was I. Perhaps Evo didn't see the post.
In order to respect boundaries, I don't intervene in this sort of thing.
TheStatutoryApe said:I do not so much see "I hate religious people" comments as I see comments that are negative towards religion and religious people that are often said by popular atheists and are theoretically substantiable. Things to the effect of "religious people are irrational" "religion causes wars and violence" ect.
Yes, the word "God" can be used in scientific writings as long as it is relevant to the topic being discussed. However, it is important to use the word in a respectful and objective manner.
It depends on the context and purpose of the research. If the study is focused on the relationship between science and religion, then it may be appropriate to mention religious beliefs. However, if the topic is purely scientific, it is best to avoid bringing in personal beliefs.
There are no specific guidelines, but it is important to use religious terminology accurately and respectfully. Avoid making assumptions or generalizations about a particular religion, and provide proper context and explanation when using religious terms.
Using the word "God" alone will not affect the credibility of the research, but how it is used and in what context can impact the perception of the research. It is important to maintain objectivity and avoid introducing personal beliefs in scientific writing.
Yes, the word "God" can be used in scientific research papers for academic journals as long as it is relevant to the topic and used in a respectful and objective manner. However, it is always best to check the specific guidelines of the journal before submitting your paper.