Isn't it just being civil not to impose your religious rules on others who do not follow your religion?
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Yes. More than civil. Essential.
909289
Well said.\n\nI'm not a religious person but damn it, our country is traditionally christian.\n\nI respect your tolerance.\n\nSo should others.\n\nGod bless.
673305
You are right about this being an open forum to discuss all topics without judgement, and you are right to have your own religious beliefs. The only thing I can see is wrong is when there are a few people in general (not directed towards anybody on here) who impose their beliefs on someone else, trying to make them believe in something they don't want to believe in. Unfortunately, that happens a lot. It's one thing to listen and have an open mind, but if someone tries to change me in a way I don't feel comfortable with, then it's crossing the line. But that may be the reason why. I don't agree with bashing of any sort, though. Just be yourself and don't let the bashing bother you. It's your beliefs and if someone doesn't agree with them, it's not your problem or your fault.
876710
No.  It isn't illegal because we have freedom of religion.
1138850
No. Nothing religious is allowed at a civil ceremony. Not even popular songs mentioning angels, for example! The rules are very strict.
785350
some religions may not accept such beliefs.
908126
Didn't you get the memo?  Freedom of speech and freedom of religion only applies to Christians.  All us non-Christians have to shut up and salute.
796800
When you base your religion on how non believers feel about it you might as well not have religion.  Stand true to God and God will stand true to you.
668671
I am not a Christian but I consciously try not to belittle any religion.  My husband is a Christian as is most of my family.  I believe that each religion is valid to the worshiper and even if it is not yours it should still be given respect.
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If there is, it has nothing to do with religion.
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Because in the eyes of the religious, anything that is different from what they have been told to believe must be put down...and this to them is perfectly acceptable.\nIt's truly sad that a belief system that preaches love and understanding can hold such a double standard when it comes dealing with alternative views.
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I believe it comes from a lack of understanding others.  People tend to hate that which they cannot understand.  Combine that with spiritual insecurity and it leads them to try to convince others that their path is the only righteous way towards God.  People speaking of religious tolerance have it all wrong.  To say that you tolerate someone else's religion means that you have pasted judgment on them.  This is something only God can do.  In the end, each person would be a better off if they lead by example and found the place that best allows them to worship and work on their relationship with God.
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That is a matter of your own opinion. Just because someone doesn't have the same beliefs as you that does not make that person a idiot. You are just stereotyping that individual which is not right because if you are religious I doubt your religion consist of being judgmental towards others and not to mention rude.
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No, shouldn't be. In the US you have the Constitutional right to freedom of religion.\n\nHowever, most people might think it rude if you try to shove your religion down their throat as the only true religion.
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I agree, no one should try to force another in matters of conscience, but not because the religions are all essentially the same, but because everyone has a sovereign and free conscience to follow the creed they desire.
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NO making fun of all religion is fair game
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I agree! I'm always confused when someone tries to do that... T_T It just, besides being offensive when one tries to force religious beliefs on another, doesn't make sense. For me, that's something i think is so COOL, is how we all have different beliefs and yet we can be friends! :D