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I was raised Catholic, and while I was indoctrinated, I was able to, at a young age, know that this was not my path, as there were to many teachings that conflicted with my worldview. Yet here you are, on a religious forum, putting everyone in your way. ;)

I don't think there is any one answer for "people." I've been interacting with religious people for many years, both online and IRL, and its a mix ranging from indoctrination to careful research, study, reasoning, and contemplation. The answer depends entirely on one's individual nature.

That's supposed to be a secret. 🤫

First day of vacation, so fantastic!

Hey stranger!

I don't get it. 🤔

Transtheistic Hindu

Hinduism: Sanatana Dharma Sanatana means eternal. Unfortunately, there is no single word translation for dharma into English. It is the sum of cosmic order/duties/law/conduct.

Thanks for posting this, @wil. In my understanding, he's not far off. My mind and body will expire, but I, in my true nature, am immortal. My friend, @Aupmanyav, will likely agree with this, albeit not for the same reasons. He's not a proponent of "pure consciousness." I, however, have...

I've designated by bedroom closet a "God-free zone." If you've saw my wardrobe, you'd know why. I echo what @juantoo3 said in post #2. ;)

There are many paths up the mountain. All lead to the summit. I like this quote by Sri Ramakrishna...

Yes. This is a good analogy.

Not exactly, but you're not far off. Per Advaita Vedanta, the reality one typically perceives in day to day life is illusory, a reality driven by Maya (time/space/causation). There is an underlying reality that is Absolute, but most living beings are ignorant to it until they realize their...

I find it interesting that a couple of you use the spelling "G!d." Most Jewish people I've seen write out the term as "G-d." This is the first forum I've ever seen use the exclamation point in place of the "o."

Certainly. Truth be told, I avoid use of the term "God" when referencing my own view of divinity because of the reasons I mention in the post you quoted. It's a common error when I use the term to default to the God of Abraham, even by those people that know I'm dharmic. This happens with...

Indeed. We will never have a consensus because understandings of God vary based on what one has experienced. It's not my intent to reach any sort of consensus, nor is it to critique or debate others on their views. It's only to understand the views of members here. But since you bring it...

Thank you for this. I've been involved in many conversations that make reference to God...God's intent...what God does...etc. But in many of those conversations, participants struggle to even agree on what or who God is and find themselves simply talking past each other. Being new here, I...

If you would like to answer how, why, or when, feel free to do so. Yes. To you.

Any response, this one included, helps me to know you better.

I'm not sure if this question has been asked here previously, and I'm not a fan of resurrecting ancient threads that have been posted and replied to by those who no longer participate here. In my experience, "God" can mean different things to different religions or different people. In the...