Free Thinking

Dogmatic theology is that part of theology dealing with the theoretical truths of faith concerning God and his works, especially the official theology recognized by an organized Church body, such as the Roman Catholic Church, Dutch Reformed Church, etc. At times, apologetics or fundamental theology is called "general dogmatic theology", dogmatic theology proper being distinguished from it as "special dogmatic theology". However, in present-day use, apologetics is no longer treated as part of dogmatic theology but has attained the rank of an independent science, being generally regarded as the introduction to and foundation of dogmatic theology.

The term "dogmatic theology" became more widely used following the Protestant Reformation and was used to designate the articles of faith that the Church had officially formulated. A good example of dogmatic theology is the doctrinal statements or dogmas that were formulated by the early church councils who sought to resolve theological problems and to take a stance against a heretical teaching. These creeds or dogmas that came out of the church councils were considered to be authoritative and binding on all Christians because the church officially affirmed them. One of the purposes of dogmatic theology is so that a church body can formulate and communicate the doctrine that is considered essential to Christianity and which if denied would constitute heresy.

I have provided you with a definition as to the dogmatic practices of society. None of these so called, "scholars," are proponents of independent thinking. Listen! There is NOTHING in the universe that is cosmically identical, yet man in his fearful quest for answers, tries to herd society into these insane doctrines (as to how one should live and think) and that, should you choose not to comply, be considered (openly and secretively)a heretic, lost, or even worse, evil. Emerson stated it best, "be not like dumb driven cattle." Free thinking is your only chance. Research and experimentation is your only way out. Run Forest, Run........