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Submitted by Kara, May 16, 2007 11:28

Do other religions other than Pagans light candles and do chants? Think about it. Are magic spells much different than prayers? We say paryers too. The points on the pentagram stand for Earth, Air, Fire, Water and Spirit. not evil. We all need to use more symbols, such as the peace symbol, and then practice what we preach. Christians come from pagan roots, read the history. Celebrate diversity.


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It is so deeply disturbing and thoroughly dispiriting when I hear and see hatred in religion, as I do every... [MORE]

Jennifer 

Aug 20, 2007 00:09

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Kara 

May 16, 2007 11:28

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Ashley 

Apr 27, 2007 22:48

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alteredbeat 

Apr 28, 2007 18:49

Just to set the previous poster's mind at rest, those of us who don't worship an angry, jealous, vengeful god... [MORE]

Harbor 

Apr 26, 2007 12:40

You say you have gods. How do you follow all of them. I'm glad I have one and He is... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

May 4, 2007 17:29

This comment is directed towards Mr. Gaskins. Our country was founded on the idea of religious freedom - there is... [MORE]

Shawnee 

Apr 26, 2007 10:19

Bottom line is--where are they spending eternity. Yes I honor them for their sacrifice but a pentagram is not the... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

May 4, 2007 18:06

Believing is a simple minded approach to explaining without proof. It takes all forms and has unlimited options. As such... [MORE]

Dale Netherton 

Apr 26, 2007 08:49

Being a veteran I am foregoing being buried in a military cemetary as I thought I might be. Being from... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

Apr 25, 2007 23:23

--"Thou shalt have no other Gods before Me. Anything we put above God is our idol We're not supposed to... [MORE]

l Mallia 

Apr 30, 2007 10:14

I, nor does God force my His beliefs on anyone. As here, I may comment or make a statement as... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

Apr 30, 2007 23:02

How can I as a Pagan be a follower of someone/something I don't believe in? Why would I go or... [MORE]

Gryphonelder 

May 1, 2007 21:47

I agree we both have our free will and so the bottom line is where will I spend eternity, where... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

May 3, 2007 23:50

I'm glad you have your walk, but like I say it isn't mine and I don't wonder where my spirit... [MORE]

Gryphonelder 

May 4, 2007 07:00

If your satisfied with your god more power to you and does that mean you believe we came from monkeys... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

May 4, 2007 16:43

Yes, I do think life has evolved and is still in many was evolving, even if folks are doing far... [MORE]

Gryphonelder 

May 5, 2007 14:01

Sorry I was so long getting back to you.

"crass commercialism" If I felt that way about it I'd join the... [MORE]

Phillip Gaskins 

May 9, 2007 17:04

i think my biggest frustration with the va taking so long in recognizing this symbol in it's cache of "accepted"symbols... [MORE]

trinitymoonchild 

Apr 25, 2007 22:41

The news that the Veterans Affairs has finally approved the pentacle. It is displayed point up with the circle complete... [MORE]

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Apr 25, 2007 17:59

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Apr 25, 2007 12:40

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Apr 25, 2007 05:22

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