Your View of Homosexuality?

[Agymnum]

Following stupid laws makes you as stupid as the policymakers who implemented such stupid laws.

The Federal ban on Marijuana is a stupid law. Does that mean that I'm as stupid as Congress for following it?

If you want to smoke weed and that's the only reason you're not, yeah you're pretty stupid for complying with it.

Not saying you're not going to get arrested, but if the ONLY reason you're not doing something is because of a stupid law, you're pretty stupid.

[Valcouria]

Then what is it, cause I'm pretty sure that it's Sunday.

Sunday is the first day of the week.

I'm not sure, but I think there are calendars were Mondays are placed before Sundays...like I said, not sure on that, but I could have sworn I saw that somewhere before.

[CIS Shadowfeed]

If it was a genetic defect, it wouldn't be so common. Genetic defects which spread enough to become fairly permanent in a population are called traits.

Also, homosexuality is perfectly natural. Plenty of animals participate in it. Saying it's unnatural is objectively wrong.

The only point that comes from the fact that some animals do it is that it is a defect that is present not only in the human mind. And of course it's unnatural; as I said, without science, they could not reproduce naturally with each other ( I should point out that I do not support the methods of artificial [or, as I like to call it, unnatural] insemination).

Hey artificial insemination is a good way to produce better offspring between two animals without the father being present. It helps better traits to be passed on to more offspring and for the agricultural industry to improve. Agriculture is a huge part of the income for the US.

[Wisconsin9]

A belief that is not scientifically backed up.

...I would think that you wouldn't need to point out the fact that 'belief' does not necessarily need to be scientifically backed up. We Christians believe in things too...which, suffice to say, is sorely lacking in the modern world.

Because a good chunk of the world is tired of blindly following orders, rather justified considering exactly how well that worked out last century.

I think we're done here. You refuse to be swayed by logic or provide scientific evidence, which are the only tools I have and I'm not going to be swayed without them. We've established that there's absolutely nothing we can do to convince the other. Good night to you sir.

[Agymnum]

A belief that is not scientifically backed up.

...I would think that you wouldn't need to point out the fact that 'belief' does not necessarily need to be scientifically backed up. We Christians believe in things too...which, suffice to say, is sorely lacking in the modern world.

The reason it's lacking is because blind belief is stupid.

It needs to go away. Far away. Far, far away.

[Umbra Ac Silentium]

The Sabbath is Saturday; the LAST day of the week.
Aka day number seven.

It's six.

Have you looked at a calendar?

[Valcouria]

...I would think that you wouldn't need to point out the fact that 'belief' does not necessarily need to be scientifically backed up. We Christians believe in things too...which, suffice to say, is sorely lacking in the modern world.

To be a good belief yes it does.

Good is subjective; some people like myself believe it is good to oppose the devaluation of marriage into including groups that it was not meant for.

[Soldati Senza Confini]

So is the law against mixed fabrics, but I'm trying to bring myself into compliance with it.

Following stupid laws makes you as stupid as the policymakers who implemented such stupid laws.

They are still laws though, so no matter what we do we must follow laws from our government.

However, you may challenge certain laws and have them repealed. Doesn't mean you'll straight up disobey them at peril of your good name being tarnished.

[Des-Bal]

Some things are just objectively stupid. Not wearing mixed fabrics because some dude in the sky told you not to, that's stupid no matter how you look at it.

Abortion is subjectively stupid depending if you believe a fetus to be a human being with rights nor not.

Some people believe in the existence of the 'dude in the sky', and prefer to follow His laws as He told us to.

So you not only speak Hebrew, Ancient Greek, and Aramaic but have access to the original books? Because if you don't you're following His laws as a series of translators told you.

[Agymnum]

Following stupid laws makes you as stupid as the policymakers who implemented such stupid laws.

They are still laws though, so no matter what we do we must follow laws from our government.

However, you may challenge certain laws and have them repealed. Doesn't mean you'll straight up disobey them at peril of your good name being tarnished.

Some white people against segregation joined their black brethren in opposing it via sit-ins and boycotts.

You know who were stupid? All those white people who were against segregation but wiped their hands clean of it when the government said segregation was okay in Plessy v. Ferguson.

[Des-Bal]

Good is subjective; some people like myself believe it is good to oppose the devaluation of marriage into including groups that it was not meant for.

No it's not. Good in this case means substantiated by evidence.

[Valcouria]

The only point that comes from the fact that some animals do it is that it is a defect that is present not only in the human mind. And of course it's unnatural; as I said, without science, they could not reproduce naturally with each other ( I should point out that I do not support the methods of artificial [or, as I like to call it, unnatural] insemination).

Hey artificial insemination is a good way to produce better offspring between two animals without the father being present. It helps better traits to be passed on to more offspring and for the agricultural industry to improve. Agriculture is a huge part of the income for the US.

Agriculture is different that human lives. For one, humans are blessed with self-awareness and cognitive abilities.

Just as well, I fervently believe that children need to grow up with their biological mother and father.

[Cosara]

The Federal ban on Marijuana is a stupid law. Does that mean that I'm as stupid as Congress for following it?

If you want to smoke weed and that's the only reason you're not, yeah you're pretty stupid for complying with it.

Not saying you're not going to get arrested, but if the ONLY reason you're not doing something is because of a stupid law, you're pretty stupid.

I support the Legalization of Marijuana.

[Agymnum]

Hey artificial insemination is a good way to produce better offspring between two animals without the father being present. It helps better traits to be passed on to more offspring and for the agricultural industry to improve. Agriculture is a huge part of the income for the US.

Agriculture is different that human lives. For one, humans are blessed with self-awareness and cognitive abilities.

Just as well, I fervently believe that children need to grow up with their biological mother and father.

I believe if the biological father and mother are stupid fucks who abuse or neglect their children, their children ought to be raised by loving surrogates.

Parenting is more than just being flesh-and-blood related.

[Wisconsin9]

Hey artificial insemination is a good way to produce better offspring between two animals without the father being present. It helps better traits to be passed on to more offspring and for the agricultural industry to improve. Agriculture is a huge part of the income for the US.

Agriculture is different that human lives. For one, humans are blessed with self-awareness and cognitive abilities.

Just as well, I fervently believe that children need to grow up with their biological mother and father.

Why exactly do you believe that?

[Soldati Senza Confini]

They are still laws though, so no matter what we do we must follow laws from our government.

However, you may challenge certain laws and have them repealed. Doesn't mean you'll straight up disobey them at peril of your good name being tarnished.

Some white people against segregation joined their black brethren in opposing it via sit-ins and boycotts.

You know who were stupid? All those white people who were against segregation but wiped their hands clean of it when the government said segregation was okay in Plessy v. Ferguson.

Which is what I meant by "challenging" them.

I mean, it's not like you'll rise up in arms against the government, but you do have the right to protest and oppose it. Freedom of expression.

[Arkiasis]

Following stupid laws makes you as stupid as the policymakers who implemented such stupid laws.

They are still laws though, so no matter what we do we must follow laws from our government.

However, you may challenge certain laws and have them repealed. Doesn't mean you'll straight up disobey them at peril of your good name being tarnished.

The USA was founded on disobeying unjust laws. The Civil Rights movement also involved disobeying unjust laws, Rosa Parks got attention by getting arrested for a stupid law. Plus the sit-ins at segregated establishments helped those stupid laws get repelled. If you're apart of the minority, democracy isn't going to work in your favour.

[The U S S R]

So is the law against mixed fabrics, but I'm trying to bring myself into compliance with it.

Hi. Catholic who went to a religious school for 8 years here.

The new covenant formed between God and Man upon Jesus' death upon the cross made those laws and restrictions present in the Old Testament invalid as every person was reborn in Christ.

If you don't accept this, you need to start sacrificing lambs, because those are laws in the Old Testament as well. I'd suggest talking to a spiritual advisor.

TOPIC related note here: Any 'laws' supposedly laid down against homosexuality (the existence of which is debated) are also made invalid by this.

That was so beautifully stated that I posted it on Facebook.

[Agymnum]

If you want to smoke weed and that's the only reason you're not, yeah you're pretty stupid for complying with it.

Not saying you're not going to get arrested, but if the ONLY reason you're not doing something is because of a stupid law, you're pretty stupid.

I support the Legalization of Marijuana.

That's well and good. I support the legalization of marijuana for tax purposes. I do not, however, smoke marijuana because I do not have the time nor the money to support such a habit.

If marijuana were legal, I would not suddenly start smoking it because I still wouldn't have the time nor the money.

The law itself is irrelevant to whether I do something or not. If the only reason you don't murder people, rob from people, or rape people is because of the law, you're stupid.

[Soldati Senza Confini]

They are still laws though, so no matter what we do we must follow laws from our government.

However, you may challenge certain laws and have them repealed. Doesn't mean you'll straight up disobey them at peril of your good name being tarnished.

The USA was founded on disobeying unjust laws. The Civil Rights movement also involved disobeying unjust laws, Rosa Parks got attention by getting arrested for a stupid law. Plus the sit-ins at segregated establishments helped those stupid laws get repelled. If you're apart of the minority, democracy isn't going to work in your favour.

I am part of a growing minority (Latino).

There are certain laws I would not disobey, but there are some I may challenge and try to educate people as to why such a law is wrong.

Like I said, it doesn't have to be you rising up in arms. Then again I am a pacifist by nature.

[Cosara]

Agriculture is different that human lives. For one, humans are blessed with self-awareness and cognitive abilities.

Just as well, I fervently believe that children need to grow up with their biological mother and father.

I believe if the biological father and mother are stupid fucks who abuse or neglect their children, their children ought to be raised by loving surrogates.

Parenting is more than just being flesh-and-blood related.

A child needs a father figure and a mother figure. No am mount of love can turn a father into a mother or vice versa.

[Valcouria]

...I would think that you wouldn't need to point out the fact that 'belief' does not necessarily need to be scientifically backed up. We Christians believe in things too...which, suffice to say, is sorely lacking in the modern world.

The reason it's lacking is because blind belief is stupid.

It needs to go away. Far away. Far, far away.

Sometimes, people need to be able to believe in something without reason and logic behind it. It is an inherent part of humanity. Over the course of the last half-century, atheists and irreligious people have been convincing people that reason can solve everything, and that belief in religion is something that is archaic and outdated. I say nay. Although I know you will tell me I am foolish, there have been rough days where I have needed something outside this mortal plane, and look to God for guidance and comfort. Can I prove He exists? No. But then, you cannot prove He doesn't exist. And, believe it or not, I always feel much better after spending some time in belief and prayer.

Blind belief isn't stupid...it is something that not only has the power to help people, it is something that is inherent in humanity, and no amount of emphasis on logic and reason will make it go away.

[Des-Bal]

That's well and good. I support the legalization of marijuana for tax purposes. I do not, however, smoke marijuana because I do not have the time nor the money to support such a habit.

If marijuana were legal, I would not suddenly start smoking it because I still wouldn't have the time nor the money.

The law itself is irrelevant to whether I do something or not. If the only reason you don't murder people, rob from people, or rape people is because of the law, you're stupid.

The only reason I renew my license is because of the law.

[Valcouria]

Some people believe in the existence of the 'dude in the sky', and prefer to follow His laws as He told us to.

So you not only speak Hebrew, Ancient Greek, and Aramaic but have access to the original books? Because if you don't you're following His laws as a series of translators told you.

I trust the translations...the men that did their job did as best as they could, and for the most part did a wonderful job. I would really like to learn Greek and Hebrew so I could read the originals, but at the moment I am too busy to do so.

[Agymnum]

Blind belief isn't stupid...it is something that not only has the power to help people, it is something that is inherent in humanity, and no amount of emphasis on logic and reason will make it go away.

We can't make it go away, but we can sure as hell try.

And if the only reason you have belief is to get you through tough days, you're weak. I don't need belief in an imaginary friend as a crutch to get me through tough days. At least come up with a better argument than that for belief in a deity.