Suppose we founded a new religion. What should it believe?

Well, you know I thought of this idea once myself as a money-making idea. I could photoshop a picture of an elephant and make the animal pink. I would then write out a "holy text", a book of scripture that was divinely inspired by the prophecies directly related to me by the pink elephant. Every acid-tripper in the world would pay 50 dollars to become a member of the faith and receive a copy of the "Prophecies of the Pink Elephant". Just think about the possibilities....

I just spent a lot of time reading this thread- it is one of the best that I've seen on MyLot. redyellowblackdog, you've done a great job "moderating" and keeping this discussion on track and alive. I don't really have a lot to add. I just wanted to give you kudos for a great conversation. I'm still exploring my own religious beliefs and spirituality. I've recently joined a non-denominational church, which so far seems to be consistent with my beliefs and values. I hate that a lot of religions are all about money (which is my opinion, right or wrong, about the Catholic Church), or about showy statues and beads, or condone hate and crime in the name of religion. I don't think that there will ever be any unification in the world on the issues of religion; what would be a perfect scenario would be if everyone had respect for others' beliefs, everyone treated others as they would want to be treated, and if there was absolutely no violence or politics associated with the religion.

That the "god" is a woman. hahahaha

i think 'LOVE ALL SERVE ALL' should be the motto.if we can love all and try our maximum to help oneanother then that will be the best thing a religion can do. when you read this you might think its not practical.but give it a try.u can help the needy.help mean it can be financial or giving mental support.even a smile can do magic.do this and u will be able to feel a change in your life

I think that the new religeon should to worship the planet that is ruled by carrots.

'Post often and profit' oooh, see how close that is to the motto of the most logical (ficticious) race in the universe. The Vulcan, 'Live long and prosper' Divine intervention for sure.

YES. I have a suggestion. The world is composed of many creatures. of them the human is one. So we can have a religion named 'Humanity'...! Or it may be named as 'Human'. The religion should have the nature as God. It should have no hatred as the first belief. Shold treat all people on the world as equals and love each other with out any discrimination. The head of the religion should be elected by the whole humanity.

In each other, to look after each other, in peace and sharing...to love all mankind and wait til our next jouney begins and then we will find out what it is all about...til then stop reading these old books.

Ok, our doctrine so far: The newly founded Mylotian Faith is based upon the following key statement "The more you worship, the more you earn..." As a Mylotian you agree to promte tolerance to all regardless of race, personal beliefs, handicaps, or opinions. However it does not hurt to read and understand the prophecies and teachings of the Almighty Gracious and Wise Pink Elephant, as his teachings are very indicative of those of Mylotia. Belief, however in the PinK Elephant is not mandatory as there is no indisdisputable proof of his existence, or non existence. Random acts of kindness must be performed daily. Only one per day is necessary, but extra penance will be given for those who perform more. Random acts of senseless beauty will be rewarded in accordance with the amount of beauty. Each member of Mylotia has the right to live life as they please provided their random acts of kindness are kept up to date. No offering is expected or accepted, as each member of Mylotia is already considered paid clergy. Members of Mylotia will make themselves noticeable to other members by using the following phrase when discussing religion "well i guess its my own lil religion i follow.." Every small thing you do should be done with great love whenever possible, as this is one of the most important aspects of Mylotia You promise to look after each other, in peace and sharing...to love all mankind, and wait till our next jouney begins, and then we will find out what it is all about.

The new religion I would like to found will be full of humanity, no suffering, brotherhood, love without any negative things in its fold.

Hi red....well that statement covers most if not all of the evils already!! How about...Respect the worlds natural elements and attributes!

I just posted this to the following discussions,QUOTE "well, I guess it's my own little religion I follow." I know the difference between right and wrong in my heart. If I feel disappointment in my own actions, then I have sinned. END QUOTE http://www2.mylot.us/w/discussions/249947.aspx http://www2.mylot.us/w/discussions/24105.aspx?p=2 http://www2.mylot.us/w/discussions/248924.aspx http://www2.mylot.us/w/discussions/116540.aspx?p=14 http://www2.mylot.us/w/discussions/18171.aspx?p=13 Perhaps I should be posting about Mylotian to the religious discussions and also mentioning this post. Have I been a good boy?

I know of a good luck charm that should make people feel safe, a concrete bunker with 3 foot steel reinforced walls. I admitt this may not be so easy to keep on your keyring, but if you towed one behind your car, you would be safe from rear enders. I actually don't think icons or statues or charms should come into it, they are all falsies. After all most charms are only a bit of metal.

How about not a new religion, but an old one. That you should obey what the Bible says. The whole Bible, not just bits and pieces.

We should also have some such as "judging" is a sin. No one in the mylotian religion should be able to pass judgement on someone else. All of our journeys in life are different, and there are many roads that lead to the same place. So judging is not a option.

I suppose I should be transcribing these doctinal changes somewhere, so that I can type them out at some point in the near future, but till then keep the suggestions coming...

Probably been mentioned before ...but every mylotian be born a millionaire!!..rofl

Hummm....I wonder what Cat Stevens would suggest????? But anything he were to suggest wouldn't be "new religion" haha...Keep well red!

Hi red....still ticking over...have a good day!

nice thought.