Re: No ambiguity


On Jun 19, 2006, at 3:16 PM, Kent Johnson wrote:

Hi Doug, Apparently you are not aware that Susan and Albert believe Larry's
reasoning is not sound based upon the quote posted from the Guardian
referring to relative (not absolute) religious truth. They think that the
Guardian is saying that religious truth is relative only when a new
revelation from God comes along, but not in the mean time. I am reserving
judgment on this count. So far, Larry's reasoning is more convincing to me.
I will let you know when I decide. Of if you have any quotes about relative
religious truth versus absolute religious truth let me know.

--Kent


Relative to who?
The Revelation is Truth but it is relative to we limited critters. Truth is relative, the Guardian said and I'm sure you have read the quote.
I do not know of any quotes saying truth is relative versus absolute. Perfections are endless, is something we already discussed.
I think Susan and Albert are saying religious truth is relative to the next revelation but to us it is absolute for our understanding is relative to the revelation. One thing in relation to another etc.
And I am not sure at all how all of this debate is necessary except for some who do not believe in the Baha'i Revelation or the infallibility of the Central Figures.

peace,
doug

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