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Originally Posted by prefabsprout
Forgive me, I know this was a reply to LitW but I wanted to respond to your very well made point about misery and suffering - the Quakers original belief was that it was through suffering that God was found 'within'. I certainly believe suffering is a part of developing awareness in life - it is connected to empathy.
I am not here to convince you to become a Quaker or indeed any religion but wanted to add that there are so many different belief systems - some of which do not even include 'God' in the traditional sense. So much to think about. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
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I know there are many belief systems, but I think Christianity is very distinct among them. Love is central to Christianity. Crucifixion is central to Christianity. I'm not here to preach about Christianity (I don't consider myself Christian anymore because knowing certain things could change your belief with no return), but in Christianity you don't only find God, but also experience the Divine love in a Person if you believe.
Empathy is connected with suffering. No doubt about that. But it also depends on how we view suffering. Some view it in a way only to get more money. In a way to avoid it and numb all the feelings.
You are welcome to post anytime.
