AGE OF THE PHARISEES
Piety rules the day32 total reviews
Comment from c_lucas
Only at God's judgment will there be no overruling. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Only at God's judgment will there be no overruling. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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I agree with your statement about God's judgment being the final word.
Thank you very much for your kind review and your comments.
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You're welcome, Marisa. Charlie
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is very well written, marisa, you did a great job writing this essay about what was said in one of the poems today. what gets me is he brought up more than the gay issue, but that is what everybody is sticking on. since i've been on this website i've had a lot of support for my beliefs, but i've also had those who mark me as a one for my religious drivel and fairytales.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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this is very well written, marisa, you did a great job writing this essay about what was said in one of the poems today. what gets me is he brought up more than the gay issue, but that is what everybody is sticking on. since i've been on this website i've had a lot of support for my beliefs, but i've also had those who mark me as a one for my religious drivel and fairytales.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Well, I just think the gay issue is the one that is the most current for the time being. My exception with that has to do with those who make judgments that were never meant to be theirs to make.
I have had and continue to have many wonderful gay friends. They are treasured friends to me and very loyal in their friendship. So I tend to take issue with anyone who would hurt them as a group.
Please know that I truly respect your beliefs and would never label you or anything you write that is from your heart.
I know that there are so many good and faithful people, such as yourself, that are true believers in God and try to adhere to his wishes.
Thank you for your most kind and thoughtful review.
Comment from ReneeD
I really like your writings. You talk from the heart and have the guts to write it for all to see
I loved the paragraph on religion and women. It's that attitude that keep me away from organized religion. Just like you, I have faith and believe in openness of the mind, not the narrow tunnel of sins and the rest.
YOu're an inspiration. GOod work
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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I really like your writings. You talk from the heart and have the guts to write it for all to see
I loved the paragraph on religion and women. It's that attitude that keep me away from organized religion. Just like you, I have faith and believe in openness of the mind, not the narrow tunnel of sins and the rest.
YOu're an inspiration. GOod work
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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You have said so much in this review and I could not agree with you more.
Thank you for taking time to review this piece and for your very welcome comments.
Comment from mizzkris20
You state your point with conviction, and your logic is on point. I agree with what you have to say here. There are a lot of critics but like you say no one knows what another person goes through til they walk in their shoes
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You state your point with conviction, and your logic is on point. I agree with what you have to say here. There are a lot of critics but like you say no one knows what another person goes through til they walk in their shoes
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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I like that you took away from this the need for us to understand that without walking in the shoes of our fellow man, we cannot know their complete story. It is not right to judge people based on our biases and assumptions.
Thank you for this most welcome review.
Comment from Deniz22
This kind of reasoning is definetly circular. You deplore the judging of others, and then condemn everyone who engages in organized religion.
I am a member and teacher in a Baptist church and I simply tell you that your sweeping indictments have some truth in them, yet they also (as sweeping statements do)contain much error.
No one is harder on hypocrites than Jesus Christ. However, He also loves us enough to correct us and encourage us.
I'm not trying to put you down, but how acquainted are you with His story? He can never be condemned as not caring about people of all stations in life. But He was no sentimentalist either, putting His finger on our real problem, our personal sin expressed in doing things our own way for our own convenience.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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This kind of reasoning is definetly circular. You deplore the judging of others, and then condemn everyone who engages in organized religion.
I am a member and teacher in a Baptist church and I simply tell you that your sweeping indictments have some truth in them, yet they also (as sweeping statements do)contain much error.
No one is harder on hypocrites than Jesus Christ. However, He also loves us enough to correct us and encourage us.
I'm not trying to put you down, but how acquainted are you with His story? He can never be condemned as not caring about people of all stations in life. But He was no sentimentalist either, putting His finger on our real problem, our personal sin expressed in doing things our own way for our own convenience.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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You have used a word here that I take issue with and that is "condemn". I never condemned organized religion, I said that I had no use for it personally and I don't. This is simply my opinion, not a condemnation.
That is what I dislike about the harshness of those who simply do not want to be disagreed with. I know that many people take great comfort in their religions and being part of a church community. That is completely up to the individual and I have no quarrel with that.
As for "His" history, I know quite a bit more than you may be assuming. I was raised by Baptist parents. So you are not dealing with quite the unschooled heathen you seem to presume I am.
If more focus was placed on Christ and less on the teachings of the church, perhaps the tenor of the conversation would be a more reasonable and benevolent one.
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Please do me a favor;go back and read your own essay. Is the tenor of it"reasonable and benevolent"? Look at the stereotyping you do, the name calling ...
And now you say, "So you are not dealing with quite the unschooled heathen you seem to presume I am." I was very careful to tell you that I was not trying to put you down, so I don't think that's fair of you to say that. How did I know how much you knew or didn't?
I really enjoy discussing things with you because you have a good mind. I was sorry to have you draw back on the other debate we had because you thought I "made it personal".
I really hoped you would be tougher than that since nobody can learn from anyone if we just state our opinion and run away when things get warm.
So how about it? Can we talk and trust each other that we're not just trying to top the other person? I respect your right to say "no way." BTW, I'm really glad you didn't leave. Dennis
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Look, I don't mind taking the heat when I write pieces of this nature and I respect your rights and beliefs, as well. I just get the impression that you do not understand that I am speaking to those who are self-righteous and condescending. If the shoe does not fit, my friend, don't wear it.
Because we are communicating in this virtual manner, it is impossible to pick up on intonation. If I misconstrued your intensions with your question I sincerely apologize. My knee jerk reaction was that you were condescending to me.
I took you prefacing your question with "not trying to put you down" as being just the opposite. A lot like when some people say ... "I am not prejudice" just prior to making a very prejudice statement.
This was closed minded of me and a good example of how dialog gets skewed when we approach one another with predisposed thinking. So I hope you will accept my apology.
Bottom line this is an opinion piece and I am expressing my frustration with those I have encountered that are full of their own self-righteousness. I do not find the overall tenor of this piece to be mean spirited, but it would seem that you feel otherwise. At some point we will just have to agree to disagree.
As for the differences we had on the last piece, again, I felt that you were taking my comments and applying them to your personal beliefs or that of other individuals. I was not making a statement on pro life being right or wrong. I was trying to make a point that at all stages of a childâ??s life there needs to be concern with their well being and I was addressing my comments to those with the power to make a difference and not doing so.
After your second response to me I really did not think my responding further would get us anywhere.
I have enjoyed hearing from you and I do respect your responses to all my pieces. It is very apparent that you have an astute mind and definite convictions. It would seem that we are polar opposites in our thinking, but that does not make either of us right or wrong, we just have a difference of opinion.
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Thank you, I appreciate this very much. So, will you still come out and play with me? :)Dennis
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You bet I will!
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:)
Comment from Treischel
A very well written compendium plea to live, and love one another with kindness and respect. I like how you quoted Mother Teresa, who was a shining example.
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A very well written compendium plea to live, and love one another with kindness and respect. I like how you quoted Mother Teresa, who was a shining example.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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So glad you found the piece interesting. Thank you for you valued feedback.
Comment from chasennov
'Age Of The Pharisees.' A good sounding story with some good sound formulation. I thought the structure was very sound as well, and I enjoyed reading this work. Well done.
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'Age Of The Pharisees.' A good sounding story with some good sound formulation. I thought the structure was very sound as well, and I enjoyed reading this work. Well done.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Thank you so much for your kind review. I greatly appreciate your feedback.
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You are always most welcome, Marisa3.
Comment from vapros
Marisa, I enjoyed this presentation of your philosophy and your rejection of self-centered people with doubtful axes to grind. You handled your theme well.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Marisa, I enjoyed this presentation of your philosophy and your rejection of self-centered people with doubtful axes to grind. You handled your theme well.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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I greatly appreciate your review and supportive comments.
Comment from beccabootie123
tolerance goes both ways if people need to feel it wrong what others do then so be it. either side should not decide what is right or wrong. organized religion has its place and need in many of our lives. marriage is a sacrament of the church, if non believer why want this sacrament. have the civil bond still entitles you to all rights, why must the sacrament be reached for. do not worry about others thoughts, be happy with your own. obviously your writing has inspired my answer and thought provoking.
formatted well and flows easily. enjoyed the piece and your right to post it.
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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tolerance goes both ways if people need to feel it wrong what others do then so be it. either side should not decide what is right or wrong. organized religion has its place and need in many of our lives. marriage is a sacrament of the church, if non believer why want this sacrament. have the civil bond still entitles you to all rights, why must the sacrament be reached for. do not worry about others thoughts, be happy with your own. obviously your writing has inspired my answer and thought provoking.
formatted well and flows easily. enjoyed the piece and your right to post it.
Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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It is not a given, nor have I seen it being pressed upon the church to allow same sex marriage to be sanctioned by it. The states in which these marriages have been allowed have all conducted civil unions. No one is compelling religious organizations to sanction same sex marriages, that would not be anymore just than what is being denied these couples now.
It has nothing to do with worrying about others thoughts, but speaking out where there is injustice. The only way to overcome injustice of any sort in the world is to speak out against it.
I know that organized religions bring comfort to those who choose to belong to them. Again, I have only stated my reservations with these organizations. I am not trying to impose my will upon anyone, just expressing my opinion. We are all entitled to believe as we see fit where these matters are concerned.
I thank you for your review of the piece and your comments. I appreciate your time and feedback.
Comment from God's Writer
Unfortunately we have too many Pharisees in the church today. That is why God told us to look to Christ and not the people in the church. Awesome word pictures. Stop by sometime and let me paint a religious picture for you.
Shalom,
Rabbi Erick
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reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Unfortunately we have too many Pharisees in the church today. That is why God told us to look to Christ and not the people in the church. Awesome word pictures. Stop by sometime and let me paint a religious picture for you.
Shalom,
Rabbi Erick
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Comment Written 20-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 20-Apr-2013
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Thank you so much for your review of this piece. But that we would follow God's instructions and look to Christ, perhaps there would be more tolerance in the world today.
Thank you for the invitation to drop by, I will certainly do so soon.
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The world would be a better place. Jesus Christ is the only answer.
Shalom,
Rabbi Erick
