Many of us used to think that organized religion, if we didn't subscribe to it, was something we could ignore and go on with our lives. But now we are seeing that religious zealots, guided by their "divinely inspired" scriptures, have become a menace to those of us who want to live peaceful and fulfilling lives. The true believers in all three of the Big Religions cannot be ignored any longer, because they are locked into a nihilistic course to destroy not only each other, but us with them.
2006-08-08 22:10:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Well, there are more than three "Big Religions" (though, quite honestly, curios as to your POV of what those 3 are).
Also, I think that, from what I understand of the few atheists I know, that they, like the Baha'is, believe in the independent search for truth. That it's alright for everyone to believe what they believe, even if it disagrees with others.
They come here simply to explore and put forth their Point of View.
Same as most of us.
And I, personally, am happy that they are here. The more POVs there are, the more there is to learn and understand about people.
Now, there are some of those righteous folks, atheist as well as bible thumpers, who jump up and down and insult others simply for what they believe, damning them for doing what they, themselves are doing.
Those, in my way of thinking, are no true believers in any thing. They are simply ignorant fanatics or controversy joyriders that show up for no other reason than to start a fight.
Alas, if we are to have an open forum, it will attract the idiots as sure as it will attract the honest opinions.
Oh, the evils of free thought. (please note the sarcasm).
The Chronicler
2006-08-08 22:31:06 · answer #1 · answered by The Chronicler 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I understand your concerns, but those who misuse religion for practices that harm others are by far in the minority and they are mostly Muslim extremists in the Middle East. How exactly are religious people a menace to you? Christians are peaceful (except in those cases where people misuse this name to fight others, such as in Nigeria) and they live the most fulfilling lives of all, since they are living out their real purpose in life. They do good and are not afraid to tell others what they believe is true, but they don't force it on others and they respect other peoples' beliefs. I propose you do the same. Sometimes I think we should be concerned about all the atheists trying to destroy any form of religion.
2006-08-08 22:23:32 · answer #2 · answered by MyOtherMe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i ask your self why each and every physique thinks this internet site is generally atheists. What of all those Christians asking us and others questions. they do no longer exist? I see equivalent factors. no longer all on a similar time of day. yet don't be fooled. there are a number of Christians right here. For some reason the decide directly to sense the minority even whilst being the accepted public.
2016-09-29 02:04:17 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, there are more than 3 big religions. Second Atheists go here because they have a side and a point to get out as well. With out them you would have a one sided discussion, and that is pointless.
2006-08-08 22:18:02 · answer #4 · answered by Snake 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because we want to understand what religious people think. Just because I don't believe in a religion doesn't mean I'm here to stop your world turning properly...
2006-08-08 22:19:09 · answer #5 · answered by kairi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lol... you almost made me roll my eyes, but then I saw who was asking. Have you watched the "Root of all Evil" with Dawkins? Talks about many reasons why everyone should be concerned with what religion is capable of. You can find it on YouTube.
2006-08-08 22:15:13 · answer #6 · answered by Snark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with your comment, but I'm here to amuse myself.
What other people believe is their business. If we (atheists, agnostics) leave thumpers alone, they will destroy each other.
Thumpers hate other thumpers even more than they do atheists.
2006-08-08 22:15:39 · answer #7 · answered by Left the building 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
<3
This reminds me of a T-shirt I saw on "It's always sunny in Philidelphia", Death to baby-killers. Religous zealots are immune to rational thought, and act on emotional impulses.
2006-08-08 22:19:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
God the holy spirit is drawing them in! Be rady in season and out to have a word to save them when you get the chance!God is always working his secret work!
2006-08-08 22:15:18 · answer #9 · answered by bungyow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, man - I'm here cos it's easier than going door-to-door saying "have you accepted Logic as your personal saviour?"
2006-08-09 00:10:30 · answer #10 · answered by mdfalco71 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋