Good man. Any faith that can bolster and develop ethical thought and moral principles can't be faulted. I don't believe in the subjugation of the vulnerable or the abuse of any sentient being which includes animals. I'm sorry but I can't sit in silence for one hour and waist time losing social cohesion which was my experience of a Quaker meeting?
A Quaker school! I'm guessing that was in the USA?? There's more Quakers in the state of Pensylvania than there in the UK. I went to a Catholic school, for Religious studies GCSE's I wrote about the Catholic Church and Quakerism and the differences, because my grandmother was a Quaker whilst my mum wanted to raise me as a Catholic. I am glad my grandmother had a say on this and I'm proud of it.
Brilliant video, would be great if there was a video from Quakers who are Buddhist & especially Hindu on how they balance the 2 and how they compliment each other!
@@bigbob8572 i haven't really done anything, i just thought this was interesting. religion/spirituality isn't really that big a part of my life, but i contemplate it from time to time.
@@cookiebookielookie4099 Seems like Quakers are one of the few Christian sects who actually follow the teachings of Christ rather than twisting the bible into something for their own personal gain.
@smallbeginning2 Not sure if it matters now because we've moved the goal posts on morality and ethics that I'm no longer sure what I am? Buddhist or Christian just labels the unenlightened use?
There's lots of ways to go into greater depth, this is just a short introductory video! You might also find @WoodbrookeOrgUK's courses interesting www.woodbrooke.org.uk/our-courses/
I was raised by a Quaker school and now I realise how important it was for my future. It gave my morals which I always hold onto even to this day
Good man. Any faith that can bolster and develop ethical thought and moral principles can't be faulted. I don't believe in the subjugation of the vulnerable or the abuse of any sentient being which includes animals. I'm sorry but I can't sit in silence for one hour and waist time losing social cohesion which was my experience of a Quaker meeting?
A Quaker school! I'm guessing that was in the USA?? There's more Quakers in the state of Pensylvania than there in the UK. I went to a Catholic school, for Religious studies GCSE's I wrote about the Catholic Church and Quakerism and the differences, because my grandmother was a Quaker whilst my mum wanted to raise me as a Catholic. I am glad my grandmother had a say on this and I'm proud of it.
Excellent concise introduction to Quakerism today
Brilliant video, would be great if there was a video from Quakers who are Buddhist & especially Hindu on how they balance the 2 and how they compliment each other!
Great idea. You may also want to take a look at @QuakerSpeak's channel for more videos on Quaker beliefs ruclips.net/channel/UCsYcwjed9MSxvH7U_jwsv8g
*gets out notebook*
Some people do wear hats
*returns notebook to bag, nodding sagely*
My dream is to go to the meetings in the UK! Thanks for sharing these videos
Friends exist in other parts of the world.
You might find a meeting house near you.
wow, just found out about quakers and their religious view falls nearly perfectly in line with my own beliefs.
Yeah if you want to make truth be anything you want....
I was beginning to think I was the only one. Can I ask what's happened since you posted this 3 months ago, I'm a bit unsure what to do next
@@bigbob8572 i haven't really done anything, i just thought this was interesting. religion/spirituality isn't really that big a part of my life, but i contemplate it from time to time.
@@cookiebookielookie4099 Seems like Quakers are one of the few Christian sects who actually follow the teachings of Christ rather than twisting the bible into something for their own personal gain.
Me as well! I'm excited to go to my first meeting :) how loving they seem
The Quaker movement is the only Christian movement that lives by commandments and the direct teachings of Christ.
It says 'and Christians' not sure they are Christian
@smallbeginning2 Not sure if it matters now because we've moved the goal posts on morality and ethics that I'm no longer sure what I am? Buddhist or Christian just labels the unenlightened use?
I wouldn't call it a Christian movement, at least not now.
@@D-777i You have a bad experience with the Quakers?
@@timothygrayson No, but it doesn't seem to be routed in Christian doctrine, at least not now. I'm open to persuasion though.
It's very vague, isn't it?! I'm reading Elizabeth Fry's memoirs and I find her words a lot clearer and based in substance than this video.
There's lots of ways to go into greater depth, this is just a short introductory video! You might also find @WoodbrookeOrgUK's courses interesting www.woodbrooke.org.uk/our-courses/
This is a wonderful video.
I find it difficult to believe there is much, if anything, of God in certain individuals. At one time, perhaps, but at some point they became hellish.
Very informative video that you have shared. I liked your video and SUBSCRIBED to your Channel.
Gross impiety it is that a nation’s pride should be maintained in the face of its poor (W Penn): 20.29
I love the freedom in this! So cool!
be here now do no harm help others be still close eyes listen to your breathing.
Its like western buddhism...
are they talking about Advaitam?
I love you all
How does one become a Quaker?
Generally people start by attending a meeting for worship. You can find a meeting in Britain at www.quaker.org.uk/meetings
@@BritishQuakers what do you worship?! yourselfs?! you're all heretics
@@deusvult8251that is so rude! God created us as equals and wanted us all to be treated with love and respect
So New Age then?
much older than new age
@@402eksimos4 The original new age
I DON'T NEED A GOD. I JUST ENJOY BEING KIND TO EVERYONE.
then youll go to hell
You wouldn't be here without "a" god
You are not kind to anyone.
GOOD FOR YOU, WE ALL REALLY NEEDED TO KNOW THAT
@@Kxz716why are you hating? You don't actually know how this stranger treats anyone but you choose to be negative and condemning. Why?
May the force be with you ........
Reading this comment on May 4th 😆
Quaker oats
What a witty and hilarious reference that absolutely NO ONE has EVER made before.
@@pseudonymous9153 Settle down and have some oats, Chuck.
no.
2:18. But not, I'll bet, Quaker and Muslim.
There's an interesting video on that at: ruclips.net/video/ppjCv5g3ThE/видео.html
@@BritishQuakers Yes, it is interesting, though it's one individual only.
@@maxb9315 He didn't say it was common for Quakers to also be practicing muslims. He said, "and something else". Which is true.
@@Gawain-l7r I know. There's no inconsistency between what he said and my post.
Odd people
Average britains.
@@Kxz716
I think you mean Britons?