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- Gnostic Christian & esoteric ecumenist
You and our friend should recognize, that in describing what we do not like as evil, we three would likely have to search hard for an issue where we would not agree.That was my thought as well pretty much. No specific clause of that nature, but definitely an ideology of opposing injustice, abuse, fraud, manipulation, etc., and any ideologies that encourage or allow for such. So that would include much of what we call religion, but could also be secular ideologies. Specific beliefs and attitudes can be examined without regard to what group identities they're associated with. If inhumane or stupid beliefs are associated with a certain ideology, then, yeah, I oppose that ideology.Loaded language. How isn't this just a carte blanche to label anything you don't like as evil and then attack it? I think you need more qualifiers.Does your ideology include a clause that says you should raise hell against evil religions?
Seems like a decent overall ideology.
Does your ideology include a clause that says you should raise hell against evil religions?
This, --- for evil to grow, all good people need do is nothing, --- is a part of my ideology/theology, given that I call myself a Gnostic Christian.
Does yours, and how do you exercise that degrading chore?
Regards
DL
It would be a very religious mentality to consciously include a "clause" specifically for opposing religions without some kind of qualification other than just identifying a religion as "evil." We need to think about and articulate exactly why we would oppose a religion or ideology or some element(s) within them.
I am always clear on why I bad mouth religions.
As we speak, the mainstream religions preach homophobia, misogyny and a fascist ideology, while most Western and other freedom loving nations governments are preaching for equality for gays and women.
Do you see that as good for your country?
Regards
DL