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To always be negative towards others?
One more time could you explain this positive negative concept to me? I don't think I have just yet.
Oh I remember God = positive Sirnex = negative.
Here it comes everyone the last word!
By Sirnex of course. You see he has this hang-up about never allowing anyone the last word. Sirnex always has the last word. That's really awesome I think.
Originally posted by TheWalkingFox
The proper argument is "there is absolutely no evidence for the existence of god" - Which can be shorthanded into "there is no god".
Originally posted by Nyrossius Maxim
My only question to atheists is " Does the absence of evidence really make evidence of absence?" Has science discovered everything? No, of course not. So, then, is faith ALWAYS a bad thing, even if it is, technically, irrational?
Originally posted by Conspiracy Chicks fan !
Originally posted by Nyrossius Maxim
My only question to atheists is " Does the absence of evidence really make evidence of absence?" Has science discovered everything? No, of course not. So, then, is faith ALWAYS a bad thing, even if it is, technically, irrational?
Another problem is that it's a huge presumption to think that the explanation and truth of the universe has a rational, humanly comprehensible answer.
Atheists who cite a perceived lack of empirical evidence, have made an assumption formed on their personal belief that the answer to such a question is best acquired empirically. This is far from self-evident.
[edit on 21-5-2010 by Conspiracy Chicks fan !]
I find atheists that engage in disrespectful discourse do themselves a disservice. I'm not certain it's cowardice as much as it is arrogance. Even though you and I have differences I don't believe I've ridiculed you, and if I've insulted you it certainly wasn't intentional. It would be best if everyone here could operate in a spirit of respect for each other. After all, these are just ideas we're haggling over....
Originally posted by randyvs
When someone makes no attempt to explain existence. Then (this is where you are no longer are apart of what I'm saying) tries to make
those that do feel stupid. If Sirnex or you or who ever is all fine with not knowing. Good. Be happy don't expect everyone else to be happy with that though.
How can you scouff at something that is so unique in a literary sense?
That's just pure ignorance and you know it Drummer. The Bible obviously has a
place in academia.
I wanted to come back here and acknowledge what you said drummer.
I get carried away on this sight. Not just in this thread, theres's a lot going on right now. I don't believe atheists are all cowards as I'm sure you know I didn't say that. I do think it's cowardly, you say arrogant.
When someone makes no attempt to explain existence. Then (this is where you are no longer are apart of what I'm saying) tries to make
those that do feel stupid. If Sirnex or you or who ever is all fine with not knowing. Good. Be happy don't expect everyone else to be happy with that though.
I see a fantastic ancient text at the very least. Where people like Sir refuse to see even that.They get so wraped up and fearfull that there little world may fall apart. Because it might be the truth they hadn't bargained for.
How can you scouff at something that is so unique in a literary sense?
The Bible obviously has a place in academia.
So what is with this obvious hatred that people like Sirnex display?
If it had not been with us for so long. If it just became a recent discovery. How big would it be? Even Sirnex would marvel.
What obvious hatred? There is no need to spread rumors and lies. If you have a problem with my views of the numerous ancient mythologies, then please be mature enough to say it to me rather than deceitfully about me in the third party. I have nothing against biblical scripture, just as much as I have nothing against Moby Dick, both are great books.
You claim belief in your deity of choice, but you fail to act as a representative of that deities teachings
Perhaps if you will agree, we can find some respect for each other. I'm a
crazy mother flocker. I don't just give away respect. It's earned, but in slightest of ways. Manners and decor are one of them. Display such things
and and with me respect knows no bounds. It can belong to anyone.
I won't deny our past spats, but my current attempts of being reasonable with you have been met with the usual negative remarks I'm used to seeing. I still fail to see how a man of faith with belief in the teaching of the biblical scripture can defy those teachings so openly.
You speak of gaining your respect, well respect is a two way street. You can't begin to expect respect if you can't freely give respect yourself. If all you can do is display negativity towards Atheists, then no respect will be given towards you. You can't demand respect without giving respect. You can' discuss manners and decorum whilst hypocritically insulting others.
Very soon now no one will have the slightest doubt. God is real.
The oil in the gulf is major indicator.
The oil in the gulf is nothing more than yet another oil spill caused by man. I see no reason to attribute it to the Judaic-Christian deity. Why not attribute it to the Hopi Indians as there mythology talks of the sea turning
Where does mythology stop and plausibility begin?
Well Sirnex Have I indicated that I don't or I wouldn't also attribute it to the hopis?
I don't think I've ever said anything like only Bible prophecy is note worthy.
Prophecy does exist in the world other wise there would be no terminology for it.
Did you just mix prophecy with mythology?
reply to post by sirnex
Why believe in your deity of choice/indoctrination rather than thanking Ra every morning?
Not at all; Prophecies exist within mythologies, such as Hopi mythology and biblical mythology.
For me and a billion others THE BIBLE of course.
Casey?
You believe prophecy has boundaries because I see a prophecy as being true dosn't at all indicate worship of anyother diety. I mean cmon.
truth is truth no matter the source. Hearing of other prophecies in no way offends God. Although how you react to hearing them just might.