[Whit]

     Wow... This is gonna take a few...

     Syc, I'd have to say it depends on the religion. If the religion talks about the evils of money and such then yeah, to keep the church going they're going to have to work the cash. It's contradictory and thus can be called corrupt. Not all religions do that though, I doubt their was a lot of corruption in the ancient worship of gods like Pan. When they claim, "We believe we should get drunk, have an orgy and live hedonistic lives." Hmm, wouldn't corruption in such beliefs be charitable acts? So hey, as long as they don't lower themselves to care about anyone but themselves what's the problem. Just a perspective.

     Smooth, just leave us hanging why don't ya? I will say that you can make a logical argument for just about anything as long as you narrow your field of vision enough. In 'Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance' for instance a logical argument is made that Gravity didn't exist before Newton. Obviously false it was still a logical argument. And I'm sure we are all familiar with the magic bullet theory.

     Perth, I gotta disagree with your Selma Hayek quote. Why should I have faith? I can't come up with any reason that isn't faith based. Could you explain why I should? Just wonderin', a lot of Christians have tried to convert me and this is always the first wall. I don't have faith, they say I should but can't tell me why. Well, except for the ever-present threat of Hell. I know that you are not sponsoring Christianity per se, but I'd really appreciate some clarification on the faith thing.

     Juju, "The Man?" You sexist bastard. You think God must be male?!? Obviously your male dominant attitude is showing through. By the by, the bible doesn't say that men shouldn't have long hair, it says it's shameful. Glad to clear that up,you damn long-haired hippie.