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DANGEROUS WORLDVIEWS -Secularism

Secularism World View

1. Is there a God? What is He like? There is no God, no divine being. Matter, in one form or another, is all that has existed from eternity and all that will ever exist.

2.What is the nature of the universe? It is filled with matter and matter only. The world and universe were formed through the gradual and random processes of evolution.

3. What is the essential nature of man? Humanity is by nature monistic (a oneness) in that the person consists of only one substance: matter. Humanity represents the highest point of the gradual and random processes of evolution.

4. What is the cause of evil and suffering? Humanity depending on the escapist promise of religion, rather than facing problems squarely and believing that humankind has the potential to create a world in which peace and justice will prevail.

5. The basis of morality and ethics? Man's reason and thought. Extending scientific method of rational inquiry into all aspects of life, while at the same time maintaining a sense of compassion for the individual.

6. Life after death? There is no survival of the person's consciousness after death.

7. History? A story of facing his problems with reason or becoming lost in the illusions of belief and faith.

Sec·u·lar·ism

  

noun

secular  spirit or tendency, especially a system of politicalor social philosophy that rejects all forms of religious faithand worship.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/secularism

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secularism

                

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DANGEROUS WORLDVIEWS -Marxism

Marxism World View

1. Is there a God? What is He like? There is no God. Matter is the fundamental reality.

2.What is the nature of the universe? The world was created over a period of time through scientific events. 

3. What is the essential nature of man? Humanity has evolved from animals. Humanity’s nature is determined by economic forces.

4. What is the cause of evil and suffering? The distinction between the laborer and the owner. Humanity is alienated from the fruit of our his own labors.

5. The basis of morality and ethics? There is no transcendent, moral absolutes. Whatever advances communism is right. Man can be saved from his alienation by eliminating private property and class distinctions. Everyone can become a new person through economic, political, and social means.

6. Life after death? There is nothing after death. Life ends.

7. History? A record of humanity’s hope in political revolution.

Marx·ism

noun

the system of economic and political thought developed by KarlMarx,  along with Friedrich Engels, especially the doctrine that the state throughout history has been a device for theexploitation of the masses by a dominant class, that class struggle has been the main agency of historical change, and thatthe capitalist system, containing from the first the seeds of itsown decay, will inevitably, after the period of the dictatorship ofthe proletariat, be superseded by a socialist order and a classlesssociety.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Marxism

Wikipedia.org (Marxism)

The Communist Manifesto

10 Planks of Communism, from Manifesto 

1. Abolition of private property and the application of all rents of land to public purposes.


2. A heavy progressive or graduated income tax.


3. Abolition of all rights of inheritance.


4. Confiscation of the property of all emigrants and rebels


5. Centralization of credit in the hands of the state, by means of a national bank with State capital and an exclusive monopoly.


6. Centralization of the means of communications and transportation in the hands of the State.


7. Extension of factories and instruments of production owned by the state, the bringing into cultivation of waste lands, and the improvement of the soil generally in accordance with a common plan.


8. Equal liability of all to labor. Establishment of industrial armies, especially for agriculture.


9. Combination of agriculture with manufacturing industries, gradual abolition of the distinction between town and country, by a more equitable distribution of population over the country.


10. Free education for all children in public schools. Abolition of children's factory labor in its present form. Combination of education with industrial production.

Communist 10 planks in America (Interesting Idea. What if it is?)

http://www.libertyzone.com/Communist-Manifesto-Planks.html
http://www.jeremiahproject.com/culture/10-planks-of-communism.html

Religious extremism

Now that you are aware of Autonomism and the dangers it brings. I'd like to move to another topic, religious extremism.

How would you define "religious extremism"?

"Extremism is an ideology or political act far outside the perceived political center of a society; or otherwise claimed to violate common moral standards." (Wikipedia)

A normal person, just like you said, "All major world religions have one similar doctrine, although they phrase it differently: "Do unto others as you would have them do to you." This is usually the most fundamental rule of any faith.

I would define religious extremism as any person of any faith who puts the other aspects of their beliefs ahead of this doctrine" (Yahoo.Answers)

Another person said, "Someone who is not willing to tolerate other people holding other views. Personally, I don't care if someone holds the most extreme religious beliefs as long as the don't try to impose them on anyone else. Note that even by this definition a lot of very conservative fundamentalists wouldn't necessarily be extremists." (Yahoo.Answers)

"Religious extremism is a radicalized and intolerant viewpoint that typically sanctions the use of violence to promote a defined, religiously motivated political agenda." 
(http://www.essayempire.com/customessay/argumentative-essay-topics/religion-topics/2217.html)

According to the sources above religious extremism is any religion getting nasty. Hurting others because of their faith. Using their faith to gain power and control over others. And then killing them for not following the rules they have establish. Ever religion has its extremists and its own problems.


I would say that religious extremists are very blue. They really think that what they are doing is right and they really do love their religion. But because they are so blue they forget about everything else. They begin to harm others and even break the rules of their religion. They forget the main purpose of religion and loss their faith.


You might be wondering what I mean by "blue", well I'll tell you.

There is a wonderful book out called "The Color Code" by Dr. Taylor Hartman. In it he "groups various aspects of personality and behavior into four color categories: Red, Blue, White, and Yellow." (The Color Code)

Reds: The Power Wielders

Reds are the power wielders of the world. Reds use logic, vision and determination. From a Red perspective, emotion has nothing to do with completing tasks.

Red Strengths Reds are: Action oriented, Assertive, Confident, Decisive, Determined, Disciplined, Independent, Leaders, Logical, Pragmatic, Proactive, Productive, Responsible, and Task-Dominant.

Red Limitations Reds often have to be right. They may come across as harsh and critical, even when they don't mean to. Reds can be cheap. They may tend to give priority to work over personal relationships. Reds may be poor listeners. They can also exhibit controlling and domineering traits.

Blues: The Do-gooders

Life is a sequence of commitments for blues. They thrive on relationships and willingly sacrifice personal gain. Blues are highly demanding perfectionists. They can be distrusting and worry prone. They are complex and intuitive and can be very opinionated. Blues can also be emotional and moody. Blues can be self-righteous and insecure and can also be very self disciplined and sincere.

Blue Strengths Blues are steady, ordered and enduring. Blues love with passion. They bring culture and dependency to society and home. They are highly committed and loyal. They are comfortable in creative environments. They strive to be the best they can be.

Blue Limitations Blues are the most controlling of the four colors. They are insecure and judgmental. Lacking trust, they find themselves resentful or unforgiving. They often fail at seeing the positive side of life. They want so badly to be loved and accepted, constantly seeking understanding from others while often refusing to understand and accept themselves.

Whites: The Peacekeepers

Motivated by Peace, Whites will do anything to avoid confrontation. Their only demands from life are the things that make them feel comfortable. That feeling fosters their need to feel good inside.

White Strengths Whites are kind, considerate, patient and accepting. They are virtually devoid of ego. They are good at constructing thoughts that did not exist before, just from careful listening and taking time to think things through.

White Limitations Whites don’t commonly share what they are feeling, understanding or seeing. They won't express conflict. Whites may be unwilling to set goals. They dislike working at someone else’s pace. They can be very self-deprecating.

Yellows: The Fun Lovers

Yellows are motivated by Fun. They are here to have a great time.

Yellow Strengths Yellows are enthusiastic. They are very persuasive. They are spontaneous in nature. They are always looking for something new to do.

Yellow Limitations They develop friendships with ease but can be very self-centered. They often have lots of friends but on a superficial level. Their self-centered nature blocks them from forming meaningful relationship.

Take the color code test yourself and see what you are! (http://www.colorcode.com/frepersonality_test/)

This world is on the brink of destruction

This world is on its way to chaos. In this day and age people don't know what they believe. They say they do and even think that they do, but many do not.They are lost in the drama, confusion, and mess of this world. Though we have improved much and seem to be progressing towards the future. We are all living in, one way or another, a state of ignorance. We have hit a wall where many of histories beliefs and founding ideas are being forgotten. The principles, the foundation that we have built on is being destroyed. Man is on the cutting edge of becoming totally and completely autonomous. He has given up on faith and turned his attention to his own reasoning. He believes that he can build the world upon himself. This ideology is nothing new. Its destructive powers have been seen before throughout history. Plato, Marx, Darwin, Hitler, and many others have helped it progress. This ideology is all about control and proven facts. It takes away man's simple gift to believe and replaces it with false dumbing down views. Man's ability to think and simply believe in something other then himself is being destroyed.

Now you might still be wondering what I'm talking about here. Saying that I have given but little detail on the subject. And you would be right, I have only scratched the surface of this problem. To get straight to the point, the great disease of society and the whole world is communism and the ideas of socialism. To make things clearer though and more true in my opinion I will refer to them both simply as autonomism. Autonomism is a fun word for collective independence. Meaning that people are no longer individuals but one collective of beings.

There is no future in a world of autonomism. It is the most finite system of living. It is a world of controlled thinking, (that the people think is their own) controlled learning (that people think is open and free) and a world of slaves (that think they are free) This is the point of disaster. Other worldviews that fall under this word are Totalitarianism, Atheism, and anything that takes away man's view. His belief in something greater then himself. Autonomism is irreligion.

Irreligious thinking

Irreligion thinking: "There is no absolute truth."

"Life is meaningless"

"Science is the only avenue to truth"

"All morality is relative"

"Each individual determines his or her own purpose in life. There is no ultimate purpose assertions"

"The theory of evolution, which is lauded as a natural law, contends that complexity (life) arises out of simplicity (nonlife) without the aid of intelligence."

"Humanity is, by nature, good."

"What is needed today is rational and logical thinking."

(Dean C. Halverson 191)

Autonomism trashing every other worldview

This is why understanding worldviews and especially our own is so important. How can we stop this autonomous monster from taking over if we don't understand it and what it is targeting? Every other worldview and its faith.