Agnostics take a lot of crap around here from believers and Atheists alike. You want to say we are just scared to commit one way or the other, which is UNTRUE. A lot of Athiests are also Agnostic, and a lot of Believers are as well. Here is my question: What undeniable, physical proof do you have that God exists or doesn't? You must have some, right? Else that would mean that you know the existence of God, or lack there of, is unprovable (and that would make you *GASP* an Agnostic). (sorry for my anger, it is only directed at Agnostic bashers, but EVERYONE is welcome to answer)
Posted this question 2x before, and it never showed up, sorry if you get a repeat.
2007-01-01
12:10:18
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Yoda Green, you have been misinformed. Agnositc-a person who holds the view that any ultimate reality (as God) is unknown and probably unknowable. This is taken straight from webster's dictionary.
2007-01-01
12:17:45 ·
update #1
Yes, you can be both. You can know that the existence of God is physically unprovable, but to choose to believe or not based on what you feel. An BTW, this question is not meant to test anyone's faith, if you take it like that, then maybe your faith isn't as strong as you thought it was.
2007-01-01
12:21:09 ·
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AndeUchiha: The bible was written by man, no matter which religion you come from. Secondly, I have no idea what happens to people when they die, that's the point! And lastly, I can tell from your Godly answer, that you have a place waiting for YOU in heaven and that you will lead many to God.
2007-01-01
12:29:04 ·
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Sorry about the crap you've received. That shouldn't happen.
My answer to that is, however, that just as you can tell when a cook has been in the kitchen because you can smell the food cooking and perhaps see some flour on the counter, you can also tell that a creator has been here because of everything that exists. Evidence of his existence is all around us in many different ways. Some ways are more obvious than others. But the evidence alone doesn't tell us which God is real. But just as you can tell exactly who the cook is by the fingerprints she left on the counter, yoy can also find out who the true God is by closer examination.
We can't show you a picture or a video of God, but we can show you the evidence that he exists.
Whether or not you choose to believe, and I hope you do for your sake, but either way, none of us should judge you. We are not God. And we don't sit on his throne. But do take a good look at the evidence before you solidly make up your mind.
2007-01-01 12:29:22
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answered by ? 5
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I NEVER go after agnostics or deists. I think that both positions are reasonable.
The main difference is that I take a total lack of evidence to be proof that something doesn't exist. I think that it is reasonable to say that it means you can't tell. But if I followed that, I would have to say the same thing about a few thousand other gods so I don't agree with it.
2007-01-01 20:18:36
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answered by Alex 6
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I disagree with a few of the communicated points. I also realize that I am fighting a seen reality (2 Cor.5:7), versus an unseen (faith Heb. 11:1) reality.
I do not knowingly 'bash' the agnostics; I just presently have faith in a 'higher' being (God).
There is enough things that are explained in the Bible; that it becomes easy to believe in the unseen things. It also becomes easy to see where I was mislead by 'believers' for too long.
2007-01-01 20:27:50
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answered by jefferyspringer57@sbcglobal.net 7
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Undeniable proof is not necessary (and indeed no atheist would deny that it is impossible). You should consider the matter of probabilies. Just because God's existence cannot be categorically disproved (or proved) does not mean that it is an even bet. What you should consider is that within the spectrum of probabilities, which is best supported by evidence (which is NOT the same as proof)? If you seek to offer God a special dispensation and say, well, I can't ABSOLUTELY disprove you so I'll hedge my bets and say it's equally likely you exist as not, then you owe the same courtesy to unicorns. If you veer one way, have the courage of your convictions.
2007-01-01 20:18:28
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answered by Bad Liberal 7
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Wow, some harsh answers there! I think I'm with you.
Some reasonable proof that God DOES EXIST is that (1) an ark was found by the Sanai Peninsula (near Egypt) and (2) there are two rivers in Iraq (hence all the fighting), when the 3rd appears, there is the Garden of Eden!
Hope this helps prove God! Blessings!
2007-01-01 20:15:52
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answered by Anonymous
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I don't know if the fundamental basis of reality is unknowable or not. My only issue with agnosticism is not that it is untrue that the basis of reality is unknowable, but how could you ever make such a claim that it is definitely unknowable? How could you ever know such a thing? I prefer just to call myself an atheist since I lack god beliefs, and not make any claim regarding the correctness or incorrectness of agnosticism.
2007-01-01 20:14:22
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answered by Anonymous
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The proof is on you now. We know for a fact that the universe and the Earth are designed so perfect that it couldn't happen byrandom chance. Besides I see what God does all the time. My father was cured from a long addiction to heroin because he put his faith in God. He had a great life by following God. I was saved from death by God. I have great family that is blessed because of God. I pray and He protects. That's how I know He is real.
2007-01-01 20:22:57
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answered by Phoebe 4
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There is no solid proof that God exists, nor is there any proof God does not exist. It is strictly a matter of faith. Your premise, however, is wrong. Knowing there is no proof does not make one an agnostic. A believer accepts that there is no proof but does not require it.
2007-01-01 20:14:48
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answered by Anonymous
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Some say the bible code, where actual names like Hitler, Bush and other foretold prophecy were hidden in code. Some believe that picture carvings of Peru so large they can only be seen from above or you’re ancient ruins an exact miniature replica of our solar system how could these ancient civilizations achieved this? Some say some form of intelligent life, some say God.
2007-01-01 20:28:25
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answered by Anonymous
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ARGUMENT FROM INTELLIGENCE
(1) Look, there's really no point in me trying to explain the whole thing to you stupid Atheists — it's too complicated for you to understand. God exists whether you like it or not.
(2) Therefore, God exists.
ARGUMENT FROM UNINTELLIGENCE
(1) Okay, I don't pretend to be as intelligent as you guys — you're obviously very well read. But I read the Bible, and nothing you say can convince me that God does not exist. I feel him in my heart, and you can feel him too, if you'll just ask him into your life. "For God so loved the world that he sent his only begotten son into the world, that whosoever believes in him shall not perish from the earth." John 3:16.
(2) Therefore, God exists.
ARGUMENT FROM NONBELIEF
(1) The majority of the world's population are nonbelievers in Christianity.
(2) This is just what Satan intended.
(3) Therefore, God exists.
2007-01-01 20:14:39
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answered by ebush73 5
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