If I was writing an actual critique, I would be far more informed in the classical concept of Satan and God.
I joined this forum in order to receive critique in an attempt to develop my argument skills.
I do intend to have an actual discussion of course, because of the above reasons. Its just...
For example
Christians believe in a God.
Yes?
Christians believe that there is an evil force known as Satan.
Yes?
If an Atheist expects to have an experience of Satan, they therefore accept a possibility of Satan existing.
To accept a possibility of Satan existing they also have to accept a...
Because in monotheistic religion there is a balance of good and evil and thus, there is a balance of God and Satan. They are connected. It would be irrational to find truth in one and not the other and therefore if you have to accept that Satan exists, then you accept that God exists.
Yes, very Dan Brown, Da Vinci Code thing :)
Well the totem was a central point of the community and the figures within the totem represented that tribe. Use of a fearful animal as part of the Totem will raise that tribe to the same level of fearful status, thus executing power over...
I am aware that snakes are usually seen as symbols of Satan, however there are religions, Hinduism for example that worships the snake.
Anyway, aren't we becoming a bit removed from the original post? :D
Snakes are an example yes, I was placing a theory upon the origin of symbols
Durkehim in his book entitled The Elementary Forms of Religion discussed totem poles and how a status was placed upon them
yes, hence why I mentioned the concept of status being placed upon objects that inspire awe...
very true, but these are symbols created by humans. What about objects of nature that have symbolic status placed upon them by humans?
Such symbols are usually objects of fear (a threat to human survival) or awe (something that acts in a way that transcends our understanding), each can...
When it comes to dream interpretation it is important to reflect on how you feel about the dream. Its good that you recognise elements of the day in your dreams. Being able to differentiate between random dreams and those that are influenced by the events of the past day is especially handy. You...
In regards to religion, this is what 'New Age' refers to:
The 'New Age' refers to the dawning of the Age of Aquarius. Each age lasts around 2000 years.
We were, or still are in the the Age of Pisces which is a time where religion plays an authoritarian role in society with emphasis upon...