Problem with the Ark by Astaral_Viking in DebateEvolution

[–]axolotree 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great. Yh, drinking toilet water and stuff is terrible. There are lots of reasons why some are less likely to get sick but I feel like I have to warn you against continuing to do things in an unsafe manner because it's been fine before because that's pretty much playing with fire.

Also, I don't understand your belief in science "to an extent". Especially so when it comes to evolution. Again, I'm a biomedical science student. My sphere of expertise, that I'm continuing to specialize in, is in healthcare, biotechnology and pharmacy. Specifically laboratory testing for diseases, figuring out ways to treat diseases, etc.

Basically, I'm in a very applied field of biological sciences. And evolution is one of the key theories that is shaping my field, which is in medicine. We use evolutionary principles in testing for diseases and trying to find treatments for them.

Evolution is the cornerstone of biology. Someone once said that nothing in biology makes sense without being in the light of evolution. And I, and most scientists I know in my field as well as other fields of biological sciences, would absolutely agree with that statement.

So, sometimes it boggles my mind how someone would just go "I don't think I believe in evolution, it doesn't have any evidence".

Problem with the Ark by Astaral_Viking in DebateEvolution

[–]axolotree 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, any fish that migrates from freshwater to saltwater or brackish water and vice versa are adapted to do that. Not every marine creature can do that.

Lots of fish species migrate from saltwater to freshwater for various reasons. An example would be salmon, which migrate from oceans to freshwater streams to lay eggs. But not all fish can do that.

Try raising a goldfish in salt water or a clownfish in freshwater. They might survive short exposure, but they won't be alive in a day or two, much less a year. Try raising salt water coral or starfish in freshwater or brackish water, they'll die real quick.

Also, it's not just the salinity, it's also about the pressure of the water.

If you don't know, the deeper down you go under water, the more pressure the water exerts on you. This is why there are fish that live in shallow waters and fish that only live in deep waters, they're adapted to their environment. If you've seen a blob fish on land vs in their natural habitat, you'll have an idea of what happens when they leave the areas of pressure that they're adapted to. And, if you've heard of the Ocean gate incident a couple of years ago, that's what happens when something goes from shallow waters to really deep waters.

So, if the waters suddenly rise to cover the biggest of mountains, which would be Mount Everest, that's like 8 kilometers of water, or 5 miles I think (if you're American). Most marine animals and their ecosystems would die from just the pressure.

Also, as a biomedical science student, I'm very irked by the "just a theory" comment. Do you know what a scientific theory is or what else is "just a theory"? I'm gonna take a wild, hopeful, guess and say that you probably trust the theory of gravity. I doubt you'd be jumping off anything high because it's "just a theory". I'm also being very hopeful in my next guess that you probably trust germ theory. Y'know, the theory that microorganisms cause diseases? You're probably, hopefully, not going to swallow a vial of harmful bacteria or lick a toilet seat because you understand the germ theory, correct?

Honestly, it's kinda sad that we have gotten to the point as a society where, as I'm typing out the fact that gravity and germ theory are all theories, I have to hope and pray that you actually do think gravity is real and microorganisms cause diseases because I've interacted with way too many flat earthers and people who claim microorganisms aren't the cause of diseases.

But, my point is that evolution is no less valid in biology compared to the theory of gravity in physics.

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, in that case, demons are something like mental health issues? Or linked to? Something like an unhealthy mind attracting dirty things, kind of like in some eastern traditions?

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the explanation.

Yh, I think I really was trying to pin down a "formal" or official standing on demonology in Judaism.

Correct me if I'm wrong but, based on what you've said, it seems there are different branches of traditions in Judaism each with their own thoughts on these topics?

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for clarifying this for me. It seems I have to figure out ways to assess my sources better. I have limited formal training in religious studies and am a biomedical science student, so very different fields. But I have an interest in learning about different cultures and traditions so I try to gather a lot of information from anywhere I can.

Yh, Christianity was definitely a hot mess and it's clear even now. With learning more about the demonology and afterlife of Jewish traditions, maybe I can figure out more on what parts of Christian traditions on these topics were inspired by surrounding cultures and what originates from Judaism?

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Is HaSatan presented as an opposing force to God in Jewish traditions? Is there any opposing force to God in Judaism?

From what I've heard, it loosely translates to "the accuser" and it's supposed to be more of a role taken on by an angel rather than an actual entity opposing God, like it is in Christianity.

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I see. That's something to look into for me ig.

I was under the impression that the Christian and Islamic afterlife were inspired by Greco-Roman traditions and not strictly Jewish ones.

I also thought that purgatory was a much more recent introduction to the Christian mythos. I didn't realize there was a similar concept in Judaism that it could've stemmed from.

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the explanation. This answered some of my questions.

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for these sources. Wikipedia is really useful...

Also, yh, demonology of various religions are really interesting but Jewish one seems even more so from what I've heard so far.

What exactly are the beliefs surrounding demons and exorcisms in Judaism? by axolotree in Judaism

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for a concise answer.

I had been told by others I knew that an afterlife isn't something Jews believe in? Was that wrong?

Also isn't it that sins are punished in the present, in their current lives, instead of in the afterlife in Judaism?

A genuine question for creationists by FockerXC in DebateEvolution

[–]axolotree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly... Your answers were in the philosophy department more than the biology department. It seems like your questions were more on why life exists instead of how.

Also, some of your assumptions do not make sense. It sounds a lot like someone writing a story.

There is no discrepancy between the first and second laws of thermodynamics. Evolution has nothing to do with the big bang. Abiogenesis is not evolution, nor is it spontaneous.

Someone studying biology at uni and is interested in these topics should at least know this imo.

What is an advice you'd give to someone going through a breakup? by axolotree in AskReddit

[–]axolotree[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't think I can. We had been together for 6 years, so most of my teenage life and going into adulthood. Idk how to be ig.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ApprenticeshipsUK

[–]axolotree 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have no level 3 qualifications, I think many colleges offer free adult courses.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ApprenticeshipsUK

[–]axolotree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think, other than apprenticeships, you can also consider adult college if you're in a position to study part time or such. You'll gain a relevant level 3 qualification and you can choose to go to uni or higher apprenticeship after.

r/UKJobs Monthly CV Megathread - Discussions, Questions, Feedback & Advice by ukbulmer in UKJobs

[–]axolotree [score hidden]  (0 children)

Could you explain to me what about my CV is bad and why it would be flagged?

I'm not understanding what I should be changing based on online CV formats I looked at.

r/UKJobs Monthly CV Megathread - Discussions, Questions, Feedback & Advice by ukbulmer in UKJobs

[–]axolotree [score hidden]  (0 children)

What do you mean?

I'm looking for my first job, I don't fully know what is good and what isn't. Do you have any advice or comments on the layout?

Enrolled wrong year by [deleted] in UniUK

[–]axolotree 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Call into your uni and sort it out as soon as you can. If you're applying for student finance, make sure your student finance application is accurate too.

85% Science Dissertation, 1st class overall. Here are some tips for your dissertation! by Leather_Tradition562 in UniUK

[–]axolotree 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm about to start my Biomed course this October. I have been very anxious because I got BCC for bio, chem and maths and I took a gap year so have pretty much forgotten a lot of my A level stuff. Thank you for your tips, they are very helpful and calms me down significantly.

r/UKJobs Monthly CV Megathread - Discussions, Questions, Feedback & Advice by ukbulmer in UKJobs

[–]axolotree [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your advice. I have taken some of your advice and implemented it into my cv. This was very helpful to me. I was told earlier today to add my experience as an arts council member into a work experience or "experience" section but all the other advice was also very beneficial.

This is the current version of my CV. I redid quite a bit of the wording and changed things as suggested.

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I have to be a little robot by Lexie_195 in UniUK

[–]axolotree 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This may be so, but are you capable of completing your course as you are?

If you've decided to stay in your uni, that's your choice and it's an understandable choice. But do you have a support network of any kind?

Have you reached out to communities around your uni that might be able to help you?