Should parents have the right to make thier kids conform to a certain religion?
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MobBoss
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Correct...only Americans.
Only after they reach a certain age though, right?
MobBoss
Off-Topic Overlord
I dont know of any age requirement in the first amendment...however, kids should be seen and not heard.
I think that our communication on this has been less than clear - I was not 'hurt terribly'. I became atheist long after I lost my taste for the Evangelical/Fundamental-type brand of faith (or whatever you'd call it those days), I was more of a 'general Christian' afterward; as well, as I 'wizened' my knowledge of brain function and mental health also grew.
The 'hurt terribly' bit is an allusion to a previous conversation we've had, where I mentioned (I believe, I have no idea what thread it was in, I could be wrong) that I found out that the faith I was raised in does not accurately describe reality. I was not 'hurt terribly', I merely modified my faith. The 'becoming atheist' was after realising that no viable concept of the Christian god exists in such a manner worth worrying about.
I dont know of any age requirement in the first amendment...however, kids should be seen and not heard.
Some kids shouldn't even be seen...
But seriously, kids deserve a say in what they are being forced into. For many, if severe and often enough, it could be considered psychological rape induced by the parents.
skadistic
Caomhanach
Some kids shouldn't even be seen...
But seriously, kids deserve a say in what they are being forced into. For many, if severe and often enough, it could be considered psychological rape induced by the parents.
But its what god wants..............................
mangxema
I
I dont know of any age requirement in the first amendment...however, kids should be seen and not heard.
Not an age requirement exactly, but it does not apply in public schools.
Winner
Diverse in Unity
No, such brainwashing should be illegal and punishable.
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GenMarshall
High Elven ISB Capt & Ghost Agent
Thats kind of harsh, especially since kids are expected to obey their parent's rules.
Leonel
Breakfast Connoisseur
I think it's good to expose children to some religion. If possible, I'd expose them to as many different mainstream religions as possible. Because for heavens sake, the world is populated with people that believe different religions and don't believe in religion, whether we like it or not! Might as well get a head start in at least trying to get along with other faiths and viewpoints.
Within reason, but when your freedom of religion is being restricted by their force, something has gone awry.
mangxema
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It's not that harsh... I mean, yeah the word has bad connotations, but the basic definition is any method of indoctrination, especially if repetitive, and especially if the beliefs being instilled are religious or political. That sums up church pretty well. And if the person in question is unwilling, it definitely fits.
Bluemofia
F=ma
I have spent a full day in my room thinking about religion and stuff, and I reject it because it is illogical to me.
I was sent to a catholic church when I was in pre-school, and attend Buddist religious stuff this entire year (for volunteer hours). I sit next to a Catholic, a Hindu, an Agnostic Muslim, and a Buddhist during lunch. My best friend is Catholic. My dad is an Atheist, and my mom's Buddhist. Some guy tried to convert me to Christianity a few years ago (presented a bunch of crap and anti-evolution stuff as arguments), and I politely refused.
I've been exposed to many religions, thank you. I've decided what I am because it is most sensible to me.
Bluemofia
F=ma
I need to rebel against my parents more. I'm way too submissive, and my peers at school say I have no free will. All because I follow their rules too much...
Gogf
Indescribable
No, people should be able to believe whatever they want.
And what would you say if you had parents of another religion that told you this?
And what would you say if you had parents of another religion that told you this?
Depends on the circumstance really. Some children merely pretend to convert in order to rebel against their parents. The parents can't force a child to believe something he doesn't, of course, but the child should at least participate in the religion (going to church and whatnot) out of respect for his family.
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