mariusu Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 no...no religious discusions... i thought neowin is a tech-site...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dARKSTAr Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 Originally posted by TimeRider Of the 33 threads currently on the main board, 5 are philosophy related, that includes this one. I'd hardly call that clogging up the main board. As i posted earlier, i don't think there should be any political or religious threads. However, if poeple want to post to them, and the admins want to allow it, then fine. However, can you give me a reason why there must be two threads devoted to evolution? And if that's fine, then why not three or four. Earlier you said that the board was crowded with superfluous stuff like Justin Timberlake's NEW girlfriend, etc. Well if it's ok to have two threads related to evolution, then why not a thread that says "Should Justin Timberlake have a New Girlfriend?" or "Justin Timberlake's new girlfriend, hot or not?" TR...I respect your POV, but my point is, i don't see why a second thread was opened when a similiar discussion was actively going on in another thread. Seems like spamming to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EidrahS Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 I think that religion should not be discussed here. Maybe neowin should open other domain specifically to other topics.:] example: neowin_religion.net neowin_technology.net neowin_ihateyou.net neowin_everythingWindows.net neowin_everythingMAC.net neowin_everythingLinux.net neowin_sexdrugs&rocknroll.net neowin_whatever.net neowin_music.net neowin_news.net so that we can all play in the right play boxes......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangesOfCourse Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 Originally posted by mariusu no...no religious discusions... i thought neowin is a tech-site...:) you say this is a tech-site.. then why is there a general discussion forums? maybe it should be renamed to General Tech Discussion.. because if we cant post our minds there.. then where? in hardware hangout? if you have a big board like neowin... you will have a large group of people from different backgrounds and religions... i am against people that go flat out.. i have so and so because of their religion.. thats just wrong.. but if someone asks.. is this true.. (there was thread).. chill.. he is JUST ASKING you.. no need to get your blood pressure up.. if you know its not.. you can be civil about it.. we are Humans.. not Apes.. :) so i think.. that we should.. but to a limit.. if you dont want that.. then there are a number of posts.. maybe even this board should go.. because a lot of topic can be lead into the religion arena. my 2 pennies :p laterz ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokerface Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 Hey Chris. Would be nice to know whats up with you. Why arent you on MSN anymore ? And there are some people telling me youre an ass now. Please tell me it isnt so. Your good old buddy Robin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeRider Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 TR...I respect your POV, but my point is, i don't see why a second thread was opened when a similiar discussion was actively going on in another thread. Seems like spamming to me. I have no idea why either. My initial feelings were that someone started it specifically because of this poll . . . to make a point, as it were. Whenever I see an inflammatory title coupled by some CAPS . . . I wonder if someone isn't fishing for flames. Quite Frankly, I am surprised that the Mods haven't locked one or the other of them. As long as the bounds of good taste, decorum and behavoir are observed, I don't see why the General Discussion area shouldn't be open to anything, anyone wants to talk about. Yatta! Purple Elephants all around! -TR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
semifamous Posted April 18, 2002 Share Posted April 18, 2002 ...and if *nobody* wanted to talk about it, the thread would have died an unnoticed death a long time ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elduderino Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 Hey, wheres all the cool topics gone? Its daft having a general forum about anything you want to discuss and hey presto! its been locked. No one was being harmed, if anything people may have been learning new things. Ahh well, a nice list of acceptable topics might be a good idea. That way when you get into a topic (pre allowed), it won't get closed, just when it was getting interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatter Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 Neowin should have a soapbox forum or something where people can sound off on controversial issues. It keeps it out of the general discussion forum and if people dont like it, they can simply not go to that forum. Just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borg77 Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 Edited by Borg77. Wrong Thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
werejag Posted April 19, 2002 Author Share Posted April 19, 2002 Originally posted by Hatter Neowin should have a soapbox forum or something where people can sound off on controversial issues. It keeps it out of the general discussion forum and if people dont like it, they can simply not go to that forum. Just my opinion. what should this soapbox or pulpit be called????? something like geek chapel or "if your not screen saver, your going to help)". this is a technology/computer forum not some yellow journalism /700 club magizine. what the big deal. religon is between me and my god!! Not me==>neowin==>God! the topic of religon should be a personal topic not one that you use to bash others! this is my friends has happened becuase of religous topics here on neowin! so far on my poll should religious discusions be on neowin??? Yes 22 23.40% No 70 74.47% Huh??? i am here on Neowin 2 2.13% Total: 94 votes 100% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mozart Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 I am against religious discussion on this and almost every board because of the inherent passions involved. I tend to lean towards banning political discussion for the very same reason. Saying something like "Christanity is all bull****, more people died from religious wars than any other, religious people are closed minded idiots, ect." are directly flaming people who hold these beliefs close to their heart. Attacking certain institutions and people is the same as insulting those people who believe in them. There is an open hatred for Christianity on most discussion boards. This kind of hatred would never be tolerated for any other religion, race or beliefs but it is generally accepted on many boards. I am totally against "trolling" the boards with intentionally provocative subjects or trying to "convert" anyone to your belief system. It's best to keep it lite and frivolous. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
werejag Posted April 19, 2002 Author Share Posted April 19, 2002 Originally posted by Mozart ......... There is an open hatred for Christianity on most discussion boards. This kind of hatred would never be tolerated for any other religion, race or beliefs but it is generally accepted on many boards. .......... Why is there an open hatered for christianity?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mozart Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 Why is there an open hatered for christianity?? I don't know. Maybe the need to rebel against the old institutions, rebel against our parents, rebel against rules, just plain rebel? A need to show we are "enlightened", that "God is dead"? A need to show how "kewl" we are, that we don't need no stinkin' God? Like I said, I don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
icie Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 but many of modern ideas today originate from old sources. "God is dead"? Nietzsche c'mon. this IS a tech site. No religious stuff. or philosophical Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
werejag Posted April 19, 2002 Author Share Posted April 19, 2002 Originally posted by Mozart I don't know. Maybe the need to rebel against the old institutions, rebel against our parents, rebel against rules, just plain rebel? A need to show we are "enlightened", that "God is dead"? A need to show how "kewl" we are, that we don't need no stinkin' God? Like I said, I don't know. On many boards that i have been on it seems like. these "christian" trench soldiers go out and make havic on peacefull forums and then more trench soldier show up. after a while one gets a bad taste for "christianity" and their soldiers becuase of all the hate that they protrayed. i just want to break this hate and enjoy my life , my god and my computer. when should i say enough is enough? don't i deserve peace and not all the hate that comes on the cuffs of these people! i served my country with honor for 5 years. i simple need somewheres to relax. serving my country made my eyes open to the simple pleasures. for all, please worship your God in the proper reverent light and not on an impersonal compter forum. love and peace juan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogmatix Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 I don't bother with many of the posts under General Discussion and anyone who isn't interested in religion can easily avoid these posts in the same way that I avoid Pam Anderson or current rock stars or "What did you have for breakfast?" As a computer user who is also a Christian minister I am not offended by what people write but I find the discussions very interesting and would be sorry if it was possible to have freedom of speech about every subject except religion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbeast Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 A forum section under 'general' for philosophy? How does that strike people? Maybe we could convince the mods...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keldyn Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 Originally posted by superbeast A forum section under 'general' for philosophy? How does that strike people? Maybe we could convince the mods...? Yeah....sure, and while we are at it, why not arts and craft? or cooking ? or bible studies....yeeeesh :ponder: Oh man..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
werejag Posted April 19, 2002 Author Share Posted April 19, 2002 how about a cross stitch forum or hook and loop forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mariusu Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 i should had recommended this a long time ago: www.religion.neowin.net -->the place for religious flamewars...LOL and while we're still at it: www.warez.neowin.net -->we're all waiting for photoshop 7 (FULL *no upgrade*) aren't we??? LOL i hope you understand the joke....and don't start to flame me...:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimeRider Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 How about if we don't like threads on religion, politics and philosophy, we exercise a little self discipline and not click on them. And most of all don't respond to them as so many have suggested. That way the bad ones will just fade away into obscurity and the good ones will be enjoyed by those who like the discussions. It would also make Keldyn's job so much easier only having one thread to deal with at a time. Since these are the threads that seem to bring out the worst in some people. Notice I say SOME people! -TR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
werejag Posted April 19, 2002 Author Share Posted April 19, 2002 Right , what ever you say. I nostrawerejag predict for neowin.net 1. within 2 months we will have a religous sub forum 2. flame wars will be out of hand 3. many will leave this great forum after all of this, this great forum will no longer be for people who love the computer but filled to the brim with witch hunting fanatics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggie Posted April 19, 2002 Share Posted April 19, 2002 and a sexual-porno forum?, only for 18+? :D :D :D :D :D it's a joke :p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mariusu Posted April 20, 2002 Share Posted April 20, 2002 Originally posted by werejag Right , what ever you say. I nostrawerejag predict for neowin.net 1. within 2 months we will have a religous sub forum 2. flame wars will be out of hand 3. many will leave this great forum after all of this, this great forum will no longer be for people who love the computer but filled to the brim with witch hunting fanatics DIVIDE ET IMPERA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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