Although I do not agree with the definition
in the way that just sharing one of those things is enough to make people belong to a race, I have to point out that neither converting to a belief system nor being born into one constitutes any of the points above. again, i didnt like this definition because i am very wary when terms are redefined and political reasons are in play. if you dont get what i refer to here, please check out what sociology is going through and why broadening the meaning of terms that once held a more specific meaning poses a threat both to science and the society science should serve.a group of people sharing the same culture, history, language, etc.; an ethnic group.
but because you seem particularly slow on the uptake in this matter i will go into usually unnecessary detail.
sharing a belief system does not qualify as sharing the same culture
sharing a belief system does not qualify as sharing the same history
sharing a belief system does not qualify as sharing the same language
sharing a belief system does not qualify as sharing the same ethinicity
therefore sharing a belief system does not qualify as being of the same race. but to give you an actual example, two children being born in the same place in india and having grown up immersed in the surrounding culture there will give you the same cultural background, the same history, the same language and the same ethnicity as your parents. What you get is cultural identity + nationality + ethnic heritage. That would be a theoretical 100%. Belonging to a certain faith on the other hand is 0%. Zero. Nada. Nothing. Niente. Zilch.
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The bible is the work of flawed mortal men that wrote down stories of events that were passed on for sometimes several generations through word of mouth, by revered but equaly flawed mortal men. The bible as a whole has no claim to be the direct word of god himself, even if some of its authors put forth stronger claims than others.
The emphasis isnt on the literal word, but on the broader meaning of the story. If you covet your neighbors pretty boyfriend you arent in literal violation of the rule, but still in every aspect in violation of its meaning.
In your particular example the passages are from the old testament. The covenant, the promise between the creator and his people isnt invalidated by the birth and sacrifice of Jesus Christ, it is superceeded, as apostle Paul tells us.
Which is an answer about 1 google search away, even for those that are not part of the christian faith. Really why do you always argue that dishonestly?
It's not the exact same response. Because that response is to a different person, on a different topic, where we're all actually still debating the same thing. It's perfectly consistent with what I stated I was going to do earlier.
And seriously, take your internet win points and stop wasting my time.
That's why its relevant.In Islamic law, takfir or takfeer (Arabic: *ك*ير takfīr) refers to the practice of excommunication, one Muslim declaring another Muslim as kafir (non-believer). The act which precipitates takfir is termed the mukaffir. An ill-founded takfir accusation is a major forbidden act.
Yes, that second one should be "monolithic" and you still didn't get the point. Intentionally I'd guess, given your avatar.
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No. I do not agree.That would be a theoretical 100%. Belonging to a certain faith on the other hand is 0%. Zero. Nada. Nothing. Niente. Zilch.
Faith certainly plays a role.
Maybe you shouldn't use words that are too big for your cognitive capabilities. By misspelling it several times in a row -- meaning it's not even an accidental typo -- you sound like the guy who tried to look smart by writing about Nietzsche, but forgot the z every single time.
Fyi, I did guess you ment "monolithic", but merely wanted to underline your hilariously humongous ignorance.
Good. Deport them all.