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In reply to the discussion: Spiritual but Not Religious an Oxymoron? [View all]cbayer
(146,218 posts)20. "Just because I don't follow their path to enlightenment does not make their paths invalid."
Could not agree more and very well said.
Love your story about meeting with the nun. During the height of the epidemic I worked with many agencies in New Orleans. It is a very catholic city, but many in the church were deeply involved in the projects. I don't think we could have done what we did do without them.
I also have an increasingly diverse family structure which now involves a Muslim son-in-law and his family. This is the sort of thing that will lead to the most profound changes.
It is a pleasure to talk with you Maedhros. Glad you are engaging in the Religion group.
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Was always fascinated with dervish, wondering where they "went". Or what it meant to them.
pinto
Mar 2014
#16
Absolutely. I have great respect for a great number of religious people in my life.
Maedhros
Mar 2014
#19
"Just because I don't follow their path to enlightenment does not make their paths invalid."
cbayer
Mar 2014
#20
Clearly. However, I am in no position to tell someone else what is and is not a valid path
Maedhros
Mar 2014
#24
Hey - I'm inclined to give you the benefit of the doubt because of your user name,
Maedhros
Apr 2014
#42