Traditionally a freethinker would be considered a rationalist who is an atheist or agnostic. However, I personally disagree with this definition. While I do believe most freethinkers consider themselves atheist or agnostic, I believe saying a freethinker can ONLY be atheist or agnostic is a contradiction to the term "freethinker". Someone who thinks freely cannot be limited in their thinking, and therefore must be free to believe in god on their own terms if they so choose. Personally, I do not have a belief in a supernatural being of any kind, however, I can appreciate there may be personal benefit, at least psychologically, of allowing yourself to be inspired by something larger than ourselves. Would be great to read your points of view on this topic!
2007-12-30
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