I grew up with a very free thinking mother that believed all religions were connected and believed in all religions. I, however, was raised Catholic (Christian) partially because my mother was baptized Catholic, and partially so I would be the same as my family.
One thing that has always intrigued me about the world is the vastness of religions and the stories my mother told.
Part of me wants to be everything: Buddhist, Pagan, Christian, etc, because part of me believe there is a connection and universal truth in all of them.
I feel so lost right now, I suppose I don't want permission so much as support. And guidance. Guidance would be nice.
To the Christian commenters: I understand the point you are making, but although I do love Christ and believe in Him, I refuse to be close-minded. I also don't like the idea of, being a Christian, yet not respecting other beliefs. That messes with free will.
Ok, so while we're on this interesting subject, please, lets keep it theoretical, kay?
I'm not saying I'm going to convert myself just STUDY them. I happen to appreciate wisdom and knowledge more than anything else. At the end of my journey I most likely will still be Catholic, you can stop trying to save my soul.
One thing that has always intrigued me about the world is the vastness of religions and the stories my mother told.
Part of me wants to be everything: Buddhist, Pagan, Christian, etc, because part of me believe there is a connection and universal truth in all of them.
I feel so lost right now, I suppose I don't want permission so much as support. And guidance. Guidance would be nice.
To the Christian commenters: I understand the point you are making, but although I do love Christ and believe in Him, I refuse to be close-minded. I also don't like the idea of, being a Christian, yet not respecting other beliefs. That messes with free will.
Ok, so while we're on this interesting subject, please, lets keep it theoretical, kay?
I'm not saying I'm going to convert myself just STUDY them. I happen to appreciate wisdom and knowledge more than anything else. At the end of my journey I most likely will still be Catholic, you can stop trying to save my soul.