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| StrmySummer | Jan 28 2009, 03:08 PM Post #1 |
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Judaism Main article: Jewish principles of faith Although Judaism does recognize the positive value of Emunah (faith/belief) and the negative status of the Apikorus (heretic) the specific tenets that compose required belief and their application to the times have been heatedly disputed throughout Jewish history. Many, but not all, Orthodox Jews have accepted Maimonides' Thirteen Principles of Belief. A traditional example of faith as seen in the Jewish annals is found in the person of Abraham. On a number of occasions, Abraham both accepts statements from God that seem impossible and offers obedient actions in response to direction from God to do things that seem implausible (see Genesis 12-15). For a wide history of this dispute, see: Shapira, Marc: The Limits of Orthodox Theology: Maimonides' Thirteen Principles Reappraised (Littman Library of Jewish Civilization (Series).) Christianity Main article: Faith in Christianity Faith in Christianity is directed toward an object, or more particularly a person, Jesus Christ. In this way Christianity claims not to be distinguished by its faith, but by the object of its faith. Faith is essentially an act of trust or reliance on God. Rather than being passive, this leads to an active life of obedience to the one being trusted. Faith causes questions and seeks answers from God and transforms, it sees the mystery of God and his grace and seeks to know and become obedient to God. Faith is not static but causes one to learn more of God and grow, faith causes change as it seeks a greater understanding of God. Faith is not fideism, or simple obedience to a set of rules or statements. [4] Before the Christian has faith, they must understand who and what they are having faith in. Without understanding, there cannot be true faith. Understanding is built on the foundation of the community of believers: the understanding of the scriptures and traditions of the community of believers and on personal experiences of the believer.[5] Islam Main article: Iman (concept) Faith in Islam is called Iman. It is a complete submission to the will of Allah which includes belief, profession, and the body's performance of deeds consistent with the commission as vicegerent on Earth, all according to Allah's will. Iman has two aspects Recognizing and affirming that there is one Creator of the universe and only to this Creator is worship due. According to Islamic thought, this comes naturally because faith is an instinct of the human soul. This instinct is then trained via parents or guardians into specific religious or spiritual paths. Likewise, the instinct may not be guided at all. Willingness and commitment to submitting that Allah exists, and to His prescriptions for living in accordance with vicegerency. The Qur'an (Koran) is the dictation of Allah's prescriptions through Prophet Muhammad and is believed to have updated and completed previous revelations Allah sent through earlier prophets. In the Qur'an, God (Allah in Arabic), states (2:62): Surely, those who believe, those who are Jewish, the Christians, and the converts; anyone who (1) believes in GOD, and (2) believes in the Last Day, and (3) leads a righteous life, will receive their recompense from their Lord. They have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve.[6] Hinduism In Hinduism, Śraddhā is the word that is synonymous with faith. It means unshaken belief and purity of thought. Faith is recognized as a virtue throughout all schools of Hinduism, although there is a variety of interpretations of the role of faith in one's daily life, its foundation, and what rests upon it. Some schools more strongly emphasize reason and direct personal knowledge, while other schools of thought more strongly emphasize religious devotion. In chapter 17 of the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna mentions the three gunas of faith: Faith rooted in sattva, faith rooted in rajas, and faith rooted in tamas. Those with sattvic faith are said to worship the devas, those with rajasic faith are said to worship demons, and those with tamasic faith are said to worship ghosts and spirits. Buddhism Main article: Faith in Buddhism Faith (Pali: Saddhā, Sanskrit: Śraddhā) is an important constituent element of the teachings of the Buddha - both in the Theravada tradition as in the Mahayana. Faith in Buddhism derives from the pali word saddhā, which often refers to a sense of conviction. The saddhā is often described as: A conviction that something is A determination to accomplish one's goals A sense of joy deriving from the other two While faith in Buddhism does not imply "blind faith", Buddhist faith (as advocated by the Buddha in various scriptures, or sutras) nevertheless requires a degree of faith and belief primarily in the spiritual attainment of the Buddha. Faith in Buddhism centers on the understanding that the Buddha is an Awakened being, on his superior role as teacher, in the truth of his Dharma (spiritual Doctrine), and in his Sangha (community of spiritually developed followers). Faith in Buddhism is better classified or defined as a Confidence in the Buddha, Dharma and Sangha, and is intended to lead to the goal of Awakening (bodhi) and Nirvana. Volitionally, faith implies a resolute and courageous act of will. It combines the steadfast resolution that one will do a thing with the self-confidence that one can do it.[7] As a counter to any form of "blind faith", the Buddha taught the Kalama Sutra, exhorting his disciples to investigate any teaching and to live by what is learnt and accepted, rather than believing something outright. Bahá'í Faith In the Bahá'í Faith faith is ultimately the acceptance of the divine authority of the Manifestations of God. In the religion's view, faith and knowledge are both required for spiritual growth. Faith involves more than outward obedience to this authority, but also must be based on a deep personal understanding of religious teachings.[8] By faith is meant, first, conscious knowledge, and second, the practice of good deeds.[9] faith has a basis in most religions, so there is commonality in most beliefs. i loved how this described faith in Christianity.....i completely agree.Edited by StrmySummer, Jan 28 2009, 03:12 PM.
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| Isis | Jan 30 2009, 01:39 PM Post #2 |
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StrmySummer i was reading the post and the one thing that keep coming to my mind was that no matter religion people calim to be it, Jesus or God is the base just for it, But just call them by different name's so all religions are really based off the same thing belief. |
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| Delovely | Jan 31 2009, 03:40 AM Post #3 |
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In other words, no matter what people believe in, as long as they understand them and remain faithful to their beliefs. Some people believe in whatever they believe in but they aren't faithful. Some people have faith but they don't understand. it sounds funny but it's true. LOL. This article is good. |
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Some things must be handled smoothly, quietly. "When you are deluded and full of doubt, even a thousand books of wisdom are not enough. When you have realized understanding, even one word is too much." ~*~ | |
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| StrmySummer | Jan 31 2009, 01:36 PM Post #4 |
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i thought so
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| Bone Shard | Jan 31 2009, 02:28 PM Post #5 |
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Faith for me means it is based in believing in a higher being for whom created all life on Earth. We all believe in that one being in different ways and that is cool because I sure would hate not being a individual. |
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| StrmySummer | Feb 1 2009, 11:07 AM Post #6 |
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we sure are unique |
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| Bone Shard | Feb 1 2009, 02:01 PM Post #7 |
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Amen to that Stormy. lol. |
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| StrmySummer | Feb 2 2009, 02:44 PM Post #8 |
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i think that we have to be unique and that God intended it that way, if not, life would be so boring |
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| Bone Shard | Feb 2 2009, 05:57 PM Post #9 |
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It is just too bad some people are afraid of their own differences but I am proud to be different. People can either take me or leave me that is their own choice. I am proud to be me. |
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| StrmySummer | Feb 3 2009, 11:39 AM Post #10 |
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well said Bones |
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| Bone Shard | Feb 4 2009, 02:32 PM Post #11 |
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Now if only I can get back onto my Spiritual path once again I strayed a bit but I am human after all. |
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| StrmySummer | Feb 5 2009, 03:44 PM Post #12 |
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i think we all veer (sp?) from time to time, it's to be expected |
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| Bone Shard | Feb 7 2009, 05:31 PM Post #13 |
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True but is there such a thing as blind faith? I have beeen told that I have that type of faith and yet I really do not know what type of faith I had. Does it even matter what type of faith we have? I do know that the power of prayers have always been answered even if I do not always hear the answer I want to hear. I just feel my Spiritual path could show me the right way to walk this path of mine.
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| StrmySummer | Feb 8 2009, 01:31 PM Post #14 |
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i've been told the same Bones |
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| Bone Shard | Feb 8 2009, 01:42 PM Post #15 |
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I am still looking for answers and I like that because that way I am learning along the way. |
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i loved how this described faith in Christianity.....i completely agree.








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