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According to personalism, is political libertarianism compatible with the Golden Rule?
This question poses a conflict between two philosophies, but is not meant to necessarily compare their strengths. Only if Love of Neighbor is indeed the antithesis of the libertarian philosophy.
Libertarianism as I understand it (from reading lots…
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Why do Young-Earth Creationists make such a big deal about the YEC view
For anyone who's unfamiliar with what the Young-Earth view, here's a starting point.
I want to start out by saying that this question is not about whether or not the YEC view it true. It's not about whether there is scientific evidence for and/or…
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What is the biblical basis for the eternal existence of the lost in hell?
I've heard particular denominations claim that although hell is definitely a real place and hell itself will burn forever, people who are condemned to hell don't actually exist forever in hell but instead are eventually destroyed, wiped out of…
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What is the significance of the inverted pentagram symbols on the LDS Temple in Salt Lake City?
The Temple in Salt Lake has several inverted pentagrams as decorations. (To see a few, just google "lds temple salt lake inverted pentagrams" and click on images. Or click here)
According to Wikipedia, the inverted pentagram symbol is used in…
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What are the major differences between Eastern and Western Orthodox Christianities?
I've looked around but can't really find a proper answer. Would anyone mind clarifying this for me?
I'm a Western Orthodox Christian, and I attended the baptism of my young cousin on Sunday, and this question just popped into my head.
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What are the main arguments used by Christian pro-lifers to justify their stance against abortion?
With Roe v. Wade being "consigned to the dustbin of history", the need for changing hearts and minds with respect to abortion in the USA has never been greater. What are the main arguments that Christian pro-life leaders around the world have…
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How is it that an unchanging and omniscient God can have "regret" as He did in Gen 6:7?
In Genesis 6:7, we read,
"So the LORD said, “I will wipe from the face of the earth the human race I have created—and with them the animals, the birds and the creatures that move along the ground—for I regret that I have made them.”"
I have never…
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What is the significance of water from Jesus' side?
John 19:34 "one of the soldiers pierced Jesus' side with a spear,
bringing a sudden flow of blood and water."
I know this is supposed to be something great as in the next verse the apostle tries to ensure us just how true this is -
John 19:34…
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Why is the Trinity a Trinity?
It's well established and accepted by most Christians that God is triune, consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
However, while talking with a friend earlier about Wisdom (from Proverbs), I mentioned that Wisdom could almost be considered…
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How do Sola Scriptura defenders have a list of "scripture" since the list isn't mentioned in scripture?
Sola Scriptura can be broken into two parts:
Sola - Alone
Scriptura - The sacred Scriptures
One aspect of Sola Scriptura is the idea that Scripture is the Sole Infallible AND Authoritative rule of faith over Christians.
But in relation to my last…
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Where was Jesus during the period from His death to resurruction?
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Did Jesus spend time in Hell between the crucifixion and resurrection?
Jesus died and was raised from death on the third day.
Where did Jesus go during the period from His death to resurrection? Was He was with God or still…
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What works do the LDS Church recognize as Scripture?
I understand the LDS Church recognizes the Book of Mormon and the Old and New Testaments as well.
What other works are also considered Scripture? Any Apocryphal works? Doctrines and Covenants?
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What are scholarly objections to the divine inspiration of the Book of Mormon?
What are scholarly objections to the divine inspiration of the Book of Mormon? Answers backed up with sources will be appreciated.
Note: this question is asked in good faith, with the intention of having a balanced perspective of a non-trivial…
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What does it mean to interpret the Bible literally?
Here are some common definitions from a dictionary for ‘literal’:
Being in accordance with, conforming to, or upholding the exact or primary meaning of a word or words.
Word for word; verbatim: a literal translation.
Avoiding exaggeration,…
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Who resurrected Jesus - the Father, the Son, or the Holy Spirit?
In John 2:19-22 Jesus tells the Jews that he will perform a miraculous sign by raising the temple of his body in three days.
In John 10:18 Jesus says he has authority to lay down his life and authority to take it up again.
Yet in Acts 2:24 it says…
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