Gambling and Religion. Beliefs or Choices?

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There are some religions that have strict views on gambling, some considering it morally wrong. However, people still gamble for various reasons.

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

Most people who believe that gambling is morally wrong are the Christians because they know what will be the result if someone turn an addict and some time people misbehave whenever they lost money in gamble, and so people usually transfer agression so all these can lead to Sin that's why they see it as something that is not good and sometimes if someone is not careful the devil can manipulate and start using the person cause problem.

Not only Christians but people of every religion can't morally accept gambling. Therefore, when a person becomes completely addicted to gambling, only his family can understand well how dangerous a gambling addict is to his family. Gambling can never make one's life beautiful and happy. Gambling always puts people's lives in jeopardy. Of course, if a person with a gambling addiction continues to squander his money by gambling, at some point he becomes totally in debt and has no money to repay the debt until he ends up having to pay the debt with his life. So this kind of gambling can never make one's life beautiful so everyone should stay away from this kind of Gambling.

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It all depends on the person. A very small percentage of the population used to be so religious. Not many get into gambling, even if they do, they will be like, We need to start to wager after a prayer. They are like completely controlled gamblers, because if they don't win, they just quit because God isn't willing. I'm not sure of it, but religious books say we shouldn't show interest in gambling directly, but indirectly. Whether one needs to follow or not is up to the person's belief in the religion.

I think why religion forbids it is because playing gambling does not bring benefits to a person's life because it can make them forget themselves, there is no need to be hypocritical about that, we all know that sometimes every time we gamble we often forget ourselves, there are even gamblers who go beyond the limit and become addicted. until you end up going bankrupt, losing money or even your family, especially because of gambling, people resort to domestic violence or other unethical activities, actually religion forbids that just because you won't be able to control yourself.

But if you are able to control it, you can gamble in a relaxed manner without having to hunt for anything in it, for example just to have fun or make it just for entertainment, it all comes back to ourselves and how we use our mindset correctly, if we are not able to managing emotions and controlling yourself, it's best not to gamble and obey the commands of your religion because that also helps to keep you away from everything that will destroy you in the end, but if you can still control it, everything will definitely be fine, talking about sin is everyone's right and their respective beliefs.

IMHO: Connection between faith and gambling is complex, with different viewpoints on how compatible they are. Many religious people gamble casually, seeing it as a harmless activity rather than a way to make money. However, gambling addiction is a serious issue that can cause major personal and financial problems. Religion can provide guidance and support to help people avoid these dangers.
For those who decide to gamble, regardless of their faith, it's important to be self-aware and practice moderation. Knowing why you gamble and setting clear boundaries are key to keeping it a healthy activity. Reflecting honestly on whether you're gambling for fun or as an unhealthy escape can help you make better decisions. Ultimately, whether to gamble or not is a personal choice, but it's crucial to gamble responsibly if you choose to do so.

At first those who get themselves addicted to gambling, of course, at first they gamble for fun.  And if they can earn money from gambling once, then they become addicted to gambling because of that money income. Gamblers who win money once and repeatedly bet twice the amount in the hope of winning, many times gamblers often lose the cards and return home empty-handed. So our youth must stay away from this kind of addiction to winning.

[TheUltraElite]

Religions want people to follow a clean path to life. This comes from the religious leaders observations of the ones who perform vices having a bad impact on the lives of their families and themselves.

However in this 21st century, these beliefs should be filtered and the gist should be understood by the public - which stands in this that gambling should be moderated or stopped, otherwise it becomes and addiction and leads to ruin.

Of course this is for their own good, but the choice is their own.

[YOSHIE]

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

Religion is a person's symbol of their own beliefs, many people defend and risk their lives for religion, but that is religion, different from gambling, gambling is considered by many people as a game, entertainment, fun, money and so on, regardless of the religion they adhere to which prohibits gambling.

We need to pay attention, for those who have a strong faith in that religion, of course we never see them gambling, while for those who are ordinary people and they are in that religion, we see them gambling, why is that, the words of repentance are what they adhere to, if I personally don't want to see those who gamble as adhering to religions A, B and C, I assume those who gamble are gamblers, not religious leaders, this is where it can be proven that there are good and bad things, there are hell and heaven.

[Solosanz]

I don't understand why many people talking about gambling addiction and religion, we're talking about gambling in general and religion, not an addiction lol.

If we're talking about addiction, it's not only a bad thing in religion, but in every perspectives there's no way to view addict is a good thing.

Adopting a religion doesn't mean you must be a religious leader, even you're just an average, you need to follow what do's and don'ts in your religion.

[CODE200]

It all depends on the person. A very small percentage of the population used to be so religious. Not many get into gambling, even if they do, they will be like, We need to start to wager after a prayer. They are like completely controlled gamblers, because if they don't win, they just quit because God isn't willing. I'm not sure of it, but religious books say we shouldn't show interest in gambling directly, but indirectly. Whether one needs to follow or not is up to the person's belief in the religion.

You just described to everyone the most retarded and hypocritical kind of religious person is, it's against that religion to gamble right? Then how come these scums are still gambling and thinking that it's all God's will whether they win or lose, it's a really weird thing and it contradictory to what these people really are, either you're explaining/articulating it wrong or these people really does exist because it's such a sad thing that they're using their religion as an excuse to gamble but the reality is that they're just gamblers that doesn't really care about their religion and doesn't have any respect for it.

[piebeyb]

I don't understand why many people talking about gambling addiction and religion, we're talking about gambling in general and religion, not an addiction lol.

If we're talking about addiction, it's not only a bad thing in religion, but in every perspectives there's no way to view addict is a good thing.

Adopting a religion doesn't mean you must be a religious leader, even you're just an average, you need to follow what do's and don'ts in your religion.

Every decision whether to obey religious orders or not, all comes back to each person, there is no need to be a religious leader if you obey religious regulations and gambling is prohibited of course you can leave that behind, I think it is also a bit sensitive to discuss religion and gambling in In my opinion, this forum is because there are definitely pros and cons in this matter because everyone will express different views so it is a bit difficult to see what is good and what is not, but for me as long as I gamble under good control everything will not be a problem.

But we need to remember that breaking the rules of the religion you follow also has risks that must be understood and I'm sure every gambler knows that gambling in a particular religion must have a reason why gambling is prohibited by that religion, of course there is a more reasonable answer there, don't be too Be smart in thinking critically about this, as long as it's still fun just play and as long as it doesn't violate religious rules, just play, there are no restrictions on anyone because there are lots of gamblers who violate their religious rules.

[EarnOnVictor]

There are some religions that have strict views on gambling, some considering it morally wrong. However, people still gamble for various reasons.

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

My friend, I am trying as much as possible to preserve my soul and sanity beyond religion. If one follows what all these regions state, one may not even enjoy his life. Whereas most of these things preached by religions are people's make, some are merely ideals of idolized people and ancestors' writings that have become a tradition. This is why much of what some religious people preach can't be proven in their various books. And as a Christian, anything you can't prove to me in the Holy Bible, you can't force me or convince me to do it, that's my principle to bend some of these dos and don'ts.

This religious issue and restriction has lingered for so long and on a deeper thought about the whole thing, I discovered that people are merely living by it based on what they are led to do and nothing more. Still, I wonder why the extremists think and act the way they do, is it not what you were led to believe? What if it is a lie from the beginning and the truth is already buried? This is why we should moderate things and never be excessive simply because of the region.

As for gambling itself, so far I am an adult, I do not steal anybody's money to gamble and I do not waste myself gambling (irresponsible gambling), then I have no conscience in this regard. I am a free man by the grace of God.

[Blitzboy]

It all depends on the person. A very small percentage of the population used to be so religious. Not many get into gambling, even if they do, they will be like, We need to start to wager after a prayer. They are like completely controlled gamblers, because if they don't win, they just quit because God isn't willing. I'm not sure of it, but religious books say we shouldn't show interest in gambling directly, but indirectly. Whether one needs to follow or not is up to the person's belief in the religion.

I think why religion forbids it is because playing gambling does not bring benefits to a person's life because it can make them forget themselves, there is no need to be hypocritical about that, we all know that sometimes every time we gamble we often forget ourselves, there are even gamblers who go beyond the limit and become addicted. until you end up going bankrupt, losing money or even your family, especially because of gambling, people resort to domestic violence or other unethical activities, actually religion forbids that just because you won't be able to control yourself.

But if you are able to control it, you can gamble in a relaxed manner without having to hunt for anything in it, for example just to have fun or make it just for entertainment, it all comes back to ourselves and how we use our mindset correctly, if we are not able to managing emotions and controlling yourself, it's best not to gamble and obey the commands of your religion because that also helps to keep you away from everything that will destroy you in the end, but if you can still control it, everything will definitely be fine, talking about sin is everyone's right and their respective beliefs.

IMHO: Connection between faith and gambling is complex, with different viewpoints on how compatible they are. Many religious people gamble casually, seeing it as a harmless activity rather than a way to make money. However, gambling addiction is a serious issue that can cause major personal and financial problems. Religion can provide guidance and support to help people avoid these dangers.
For those who decide to gamble, regardless of their faith, it's important to be self-aware and practice moderation. Knowing why you gamble and setting clear boundaries are key to keeping it a healthy activity. Reflecting honestly on whether you're gambling for fun or as an unhealthy escape can help you make better decisions. Ultimately, whether to gamble or not is a personal choice, but it's crucial to gamble responsibly if you choose to do so.

Over the years, I've met many amazing people from many backgrounds. Some are deeply religious, others arent. You know what? It doesnt matter. The important thing is that they're good people trying to live a happy life.

I've never been a big gambler myself. But I get the fun. You can have fun, test your luck, and even win money. You know what? Nothing wrong with that. Providing you do it responsibly.

Gambling can be dangerous. Its easy to lose focus in excitement. Being self-aware and setting boundaries is crucial. Gambling for enjoyment is fine. Gambling to escape issues or make a fast profit is dangerous.

So I think faith and gambling can coexist if you're careful. Balance and moderation matter. Find that sweet spot and you're golden. Changing your priorities may be necessary if you cant.

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I agree with you because there are many Christians who are addicted to gambling and gamble. However, gambling does not target any religion, people of almost every religion become addicted to gambling, mainly because they discuss how much harm they will suffer from gambling.  It is not that a Christian cannot gamble with individuals.

I have not seen gambling in any way stop one from practicing it's religion, even if the Muslim brothers can't be affected if they decide to gamble, the only reason their religion forbid it is because their God(Allah) hate when you make much profit from doing risking little, it's not in their practise to put small money in a place and expect a bigger reward, it's always regarded as haram but for gambling to stop any religion activity, I have not experienced anyone except for a person that doesn't want to practice.

Gambling is a social life, it bring fun to people apart from the money involve. I don't think religions would really hate people to play except when a player is losing it to the point he refuse to acknowledge the presence of his maker and you know even norm in society forbid when something is too much, it doesn't even make sense when you wake up in the morning gamble your life all through without a break.

[BITCOIN4X]

I don't know for sure whether all religions in the world prohibit gambling, but the majority of religions seem to prohibit gambling. But why gamble? The answer lies with each of them, we don't even need to force them to tell you the reason.

Something that is prohibited by religion certainly has a lesson, but many people break it for various reasons and I don't need to know why they break the rule. Everyone can choose their own path and nothing is forced, but of course you will feel guilty when you openly gamble in a place where gambling is prohibited by the majority of religious adherents.

[Oilacris]

I don't know for sure whether all religions in the world prohibit gambling, but the majority of religions seem to prohibit gambling. But why gamble? The answer lies with each of them, we don't even need to force them to tell you the reason.

Something that is prohibited by religion certainly has a lesson, but many people break it for various reasons and I don't need to know why they break the rule. Everyone can choose their own path and nothing is forced, but of course you will feel guilty when you openly gamble in a place where gambling is prohibited by the majority of religious adherents.

Its something that cant be known since there are ones which do allowed and there are ones which do prohibits on which this is something that cant be known but majority of those things will really be that
prohibits but actually this is really that something that would really be depending on someones choice because not all would really be that on the same situation when it comes to gambling addiction.
Whether its prohibited or not into your religion but if you are someone who doesnt have that kind of control towards it then you would really be definitely be facing up that issues on which this is something
that you should really be avoiding.

You are the ones who do make with your own future and if you do find yourself having that kind of impulsive approach towards gambling then you would be basically putting up
your finances at great trouble. So be sensible and be wary on the actions that you are making.

[Dewi Aries]

IMHO: Connection between faith and gambling is complex, with different viewpoints on how compatible they are. Many religious people gamble casually, seeing it as a harmless activity rather than a way to make money. However, gambling addiction is a serious issue that can cause major personal and financial problems. Religion can provide guidance and support to help people avoid these dangers.
For those who decide to gamble, regardless of their faith, it's important to be self-aware and practice moderation. Knowing why you gamble and setting clear boundaries are key to keeping it a healthy activity. Reflecting honestly on whether you're gambling for fun or as an unhealthy escape can help you make better decisions. Ultimately, whether to gamble or not is a personal choice, but it's crucial to gamble responsibly if you choose to do so.

At first those who get themselves addicted to gambling, of course, at first they gamble for fun.  And if they can earn money from gambling once, then they become addicted to gambling because of that money income. Gamblers who win money once and repeatedly bet twice the amount in the hope of winning, many times gamblers often lose the cards and return home empty-handed. So our youth must stay away from this kind of addiction to winning.

Yes, that may be true, but I'm not sure that all gamblers who end up getting addicted always start with the intention and goal of gambling for fun, I don't eliminate that fact but I also can't forget another fact that there are also some gamblers who from the start gamble with the intention to earn money and not for entertainment, such as when they come and get involved in gambling after seeing a big win that their friends or other people have managed to get, which motivates them to gamble by placing hope and belief that they too will be able to produce big wins like everyone else.

But yes, on the other hand, I also believe that even though, for example, from the start their aim of gambling was only to seek entertainment and pleasure, it is possible that in the end they will experience a change in mindset, point of view and an increase in interest which leads them to various actions that can trigger this. addicted, and this happens without them realizing it, and this is normal because in gambling there are many things that look tempting that can tempt you and which can also turn entertainment into tension and pressure, and this is why it is always recommended to be careful - Caution also involves maintaining and placing firmness on awareness.

[adpinbr]

Some religion don’t really like gambling but they don’t criticize it or have to punish someone because of gambling. The only time they do is talk about it a little bit teach people on how to be careful why religion talk a lot about gambling. If you gambler, you are committing sins in the site God meanwhile some are different, to me let not judge any gambler because gambling has been exciting right from the creations we should know that we can decide what to do and gambling is not a sin to me, it is a game of choice that help people.

[Bravut]

Some religion don’t really like gambling but they don’t criticize it or have to punish someone because of gambling. The only time they do is talk about it a little bit teach people on how to be careful why religion talk a lot about gambling. If you gambler, you are committing sins in the site God meanwhile some are different, to me let not judge any gambler because gambling has been exciting right from the creations we should know that we can decide what to do and gambling is not a sin to me, it is a game of choice that help people.

Well said. Religiously I believe Gambling is a sin in some religion, everyone live by there decisions and choices of which even God gave us the free will., belief is subjective and does not necessarily need to be influenced by any religious sentiment even though they guide us to live a purposeful life.

In a nutshell I would say, it is a matter of choice wether or not you believe in the religious sentiment because it still choice.

[JMBitcointernational]

There are some religions that have strict views on gambling, some considering it morally wrong. However, people still gamble for various reasons.

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

The society is filled with so many religious fanatics and that is why most of us have been misled on different occasions all the in the name of religion, first for me it is morally wrong for any religious leader to gamble publicly because there is this notion that the society have about gamblers especially in remote areas. In most remote areas gamblers are being considered as touts and criminals and it will be quite wrong for a religious leader to be seen in the midst of them gambling and that is why it is as if that there are strict views on religious gamblers.

A religious leader can gamble responsibly online in the comfort of his home without making it known to anyone because they are human beings and they are also expected to have fun too, but some believers condemn gambling outrightly for their own best reasons, and it all depends on what people believe on. Even in our bibles it is correctly stated that there is time for everything, there is time to practice your belief and also time to have fun and it will be morally wrong to combine the two of them at once. Lastly, i don't actually know how different religions view gambling but all i know is that gambling is not strictly condemned by religion, but it all depends on the individual belief and system of religion.

[klidex]

IMHO: Connection between faith and gambling is complex, with different viewpoints on how compatible they are. Many religious people gamble casually, seeing it as a harmless activity rather than a way to make money. However, gambling addiction is a serious issue that can cause major personal and financial problems. Religion can provide guidance and support to help people avoid these dangers.

If we evaluate religious law, we actually know what the gambling laws are like in religion. Most religions prohibit gambling because it is detrimental and consider that gambling is a devil's game that tries to incite us to do sinful things. But the fact is that many religious people today gamble. They don't care about their status as religious people because they want to have fun through gambling, there are many games or actions that are not permitted by religion, but most people don't consider it important and ignore it because the most important thing for them is just doing the fun they want to do.

The most important thing for them is not to become addicted to gambling because gambling addiction will destroy our lives and will slowly make us useless and troublesome people, therefore it is up to them whether they want to gamble or not, that is a clear personal right, any religion has established laws and The rules are different depending on what we respond to. Moreover, no one forces their will to gamble. The casino also only provides a place for their business.

[Slow death]

There are some religions that have strict views on gambling, some considering it morally wrong. However, people still gamble for various reasons.

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

The society is filled with so many religious fanatics and that is why most of us have been misled on different occasions all the in the name of religion, first for me it is morally wrong for any religious leader to gamble publicly because there is this notion that the society have about gamblers especially in remote areas. In most remote areas gamblers are being considered as touts and criminals and it will be quite wrong for a religious leader to be seen in the midst of them gambling and that is why it is as if that there are strict views on religious gamblers.

A religious leader can gamble responsibly online in the comfort of his home without making it known to anyone because they are human beings and they are also expected to have fun too, but some believers condemn gambling outrightly for their own best reasons, and it all depends on what people believe on. Even in our bibles it is correctly stated that there is time for everything, there is time to practice your belief and also time to have fun and it will be morally wrong to combine the two of them at once. Lastly, i don't actually know how different religions view gambling but all i know is that gambling is not strictly condemned by religion, but it all depends on the individual belief and system of religion.

In my opinion, religion has become a means used by religious leaders to manipulate people, if we look at religion nowadays we can see that what they keep saying doesn't make sense, we just need to note that science is saving people's lives and that is allowing all humanity to evolve. So when religion condemns gambling, which is something random that involves mathematics to determine the winner, then religion is not being rational, it is not using arguments that make sense forbidding people from gambling. For example, a religion forbids people from buying lottery tickets because they say it is a sin

When you ask religious people why they consider it a sin to buy a lottery ticket, they use meaningless arguments, and when you look at the scientific side of how the winner of the lottery is determined, you realize that there is nothing sinful about it, and it is a demonstrably fair method. . And just see that there are religions that prohibit eating pork because they use the argument that it is a dirty animal, but which animal is not dirty and does not eat things from the ground? it does not have. But even so, religious people continue to manipulate people who don't want to see that science is the only thing that matters because it has a complete package made up of: character, honesty, sincerity, education.

[Yamifoud]

Some religions stand against gambling and do not give freedom to their members to go to the casino or perform any form of gambling. But some did and gave freedom to their members.

Whether it was their belief or not, and whatever their reasons, it's up to the members to follow the order or leave. As an individual, probably we know what is right and what is wrong, and also we know that gambling is not a wrong thing unless we lose control of ourselves.

It is not the gambling itself that makes it bad but the person who gambles wrongly.

[Renampun]

There are some religions that have strict views on gambling, some considering it morally wrong. However, people still gamble for various reasons.

Have you ever faced any conflicts between your religious beliefs versus gambling? How it happen and how did you handle it?
How do different religions view gambling? What could be the reasons behind it?

I have never seen someone who is truly religious playing gambling. Religion teaches us what is good and because gambling too actively can make religious people not worship, forget their obligations in the family and become addicted to gambling, religion makes gambling something that is forbidden. When a person is truly religious, that person will definitely obey the rules completely and will never want to gamble because religion prohibits it.