Ramessu
   (usual poster)
   04/10/01 01:50 AM
   [INLINE] Re: Religion and empowerment [re: Leah]


   
   > Independent of what?

   Assumptions. On anything, just assumptions.

   > Ahh Knowledge of what?

   Well for me, the history of the people. The history of our interaction
   with the Neters, the actual Egyptian History, etc... Preserving the
   Holy Knowlegde, keeping traditions alive in the face of modern
   irresponsibilities.

   > Religions present folks with an understanding of their place in the
   > bigger picture.

   An option of it, you can lead a horse to water. Drown it in a river,
   but you can't make them drink. The same with people, they believe
   whatever is most conveniant for them to do so.

   > I say religion IS about empowerment because Knowledge of the Truth
   > empowers individuals and enables them to live well
   Here we go again

   > Truth is subjective, this is why a religion should present the facts,
   > and answer questions the person may have. It's not knowledge that
   > enables a person to live, but the application of it.

   > How many book smart people do we all know who haven't got a clue?