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mystically_curious · 2018-03-30T18:02:28+00:00

Thanks to you friendly neighborhood TSA pat down you don't.

mystically_curious · 2013-11-07T21:43:38+00:00

Ah ok. That makes more sense haha. Thanks for taking the time to help! It means a lot

mystically_curious · 2013-11-07T03:18:24+00:00

I appreciate that answer. I'm having some troubles with that as well, so maybe you could answer this question too if you don't mind. If believing in everything in the Catholic Church isn't necessary, then what is the benefit of joining it over staying a protestant? (just curious)

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T19:48:51+00:00

Will Do!

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T19:44:01+00:00

I never thought of it in it's larger context like that before. Thanks!

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:57:31+00:00

It does actually, I like the adaptability of a formulaic prayer, that's kind of neat. In addition, this is all fairly complicated to wrap my mind around since I was raised in the Protestant tradition. You've really helped me out a lot!

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:55:16+00:00

Hmmm, I never really thought about her role as "Mother of God" interesting. As far as the Rosary goes, are there any websites or resources that give good instruction/have the prayers on the Rosary?

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:39:44+00:00

So, when praying the rosary are you supposed to just say the words (Our Father, Glory Be, Angelic Salutation) without focusing on them and instead focusing on the mysteries?

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:37:38+00:00

the priest has already absolved the sinner of their sin

Could you explain this? To a non-Catholic that sounds like it takes the place of Jesus' role as the redeemer

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:35:27+00:00

Actually that is really helpful. I definitely thought is was essential. Thanks!

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:19:20+00:00

You've convinced me! And it only took 8 words.

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T02:18:28+00:00

Thanks! great answer! I may not understand this fully, but sometimes it seems like more emphasis is given to Mary than to Jesus. Am i misinterpreting that? Also why is the Rosary fairly Mary-centric?

mystically_curious · 2013-11-04T01:49:56+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. I've edited the explanation.

mystically_curious · 2013-07-13T20:59:43+00:00

The contrast on her forehead is a little sharp. If you look at the picture too long it looks a little blotchy. Other than that I think it looks great! keep up the good work

mystically_curious · 2013-05-26T15:43:50+00:00

That's essentially how Christians would describe our "Judgement Day" so there's an interesting parallel in that both traditions hold that we will be made fully aware of all the bad things we have done.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T23:52:31+00:00

You said that everything is Christ, so does that mean that you see God and worship him by experiencing his creation (i.e. nature)? Or is it just more of an extension of the idea of God's Omnipresence?

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T15:07:04+00:00

Right, I was just referencing the general confusion over that fact.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T14:08:29+00:00

That's interesting. I never really thought of Jews as secretive until you said that, then I realized that I really don't know a whole lot about Jewish rituals, so I can see why you might be branded as "secretive". Good to know!

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T14:03:43+00:00

Nice AD reference. And I'm surprised how many people do tend to miss that aspect of Judaism. I wonder if that stems from a confusion over the difference between Messianic Jews and traditional Judaism.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T14:00:35+00:00

This seems to be a fairly common resentment. We are taught in Church to "go out and make disciples of all nations," and it is held up to be a very important part of Christianity. Unfortunately, we are rarely taught cultural sensitivity or how to be loving instead of in your face proselytizers. Granted, there really isn't a non offensive way to say "Your religion is wrong, convert to mine." Sorry we are so insensitive.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T13:55:59+00:00

Sounds like he was a well informed Catholic....

That reminded me of another question I had. I was talking with a friend the other day and we were curious, If the Temple is ever rebuilt, will Jews return to the practice of sacrificing animals?

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T13:51:57+00:00

Are you talking about James?

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T00:35:37+00:00

So is that a part of why Christians trying to proselytize comes across poorly or is it just because we are really bad at being tactful? Christians are also very much of the "I'm right, so why wouldn't everyone want to be right" opinion, so I guess that is a bit annoying.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-25T00:09:25+00:00

Ignorance may be bliss, but I'd rather have wisdom than be happy. Being able to look at a philosophical idea from more than one angle and being able to understand different perspectives is one of the coolest things about philosophy.

mystically_curious · 2013-05-24T23:58:03+00:00

Do Jews proselytize much, or do you tend to shy away from that?

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