Frank Mayhar <frank at exit.com> wrote: Um, but it seems that the definition of "thy neighbor" pretty much means "other Christians," from what was quoted from Luke and Matthew earlier. That would tend to agree with history, as well. Uuummm..... Luke 6:27-35 But I say unto you the hear, Love your enemies, do good unto them that hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them who despitefully use you. And unto him that smitest thee on one cheek, offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloak, forbid not to take thy coat also. Give unto every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again. And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also unto them. For if ye love them that loves you, what thanks have ye? For sinners also love those who love them. And if ye do good to them that do good to you, what thanks have ye? For sinners also do the same. And if ye lend to them of whom ye hope to recieve, what thanks have ye? For sinners also lend to sinners, to recieve as much again. But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the sons of the Highest; for He is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil. ************************************************************************************** Last I checked, and I may be mistaken, but bullets were not considered a socially acceptable form of affection. Knifings were right out also. Peace, Caliann *Owned and Operated by the Grand Poohbah Cheese of the Universe* "Offense theives. -- they take it when it isn't offered." --Tom Digby --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now