Don't you guys know the old saying about attracting more flies with honey than with vinegar?
(Now please be predictable and avoid answering this question by trying to turn it back on me and other Christians.)
2007-04-20 02:57:13 · 41 answers · asked by jinxmchue001 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Because that is what they do best. Little people with big heads, are they.
They all claim to be intellectuals and they all fit perfectly into the catagory that President Eisenhower put them in.
2007-04-20 03:00:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 10⤋
Well, for the most part I don't insult people knowingly, though often "insulting is in the eye of the beholder." Religion as a whole, however, is a different matter, though I'd still like to think I'm a little more creative than resorting to just outright bagging too often.
I'm also not trying to convince anyone they're wrong - I'm far too old to be that naive. I certainly get just as frustrated with a lot of the mindless crud that comes from atheists as that which comes from "believers" (I hope that's not seen as turning it back on you, but you cannot deny that "both sides" dish it out.)
I guess we're all human and we all have buttons that can be pushed by various things. I have a couple of "issues" I find it difficult to remain dispassionate about, but on the whole I don't think anything is so serious it can't be laughed about - or even at.
The one thing which consistently peeves me is the assumption that "atheists" are in any way an amorphous group - again this comes from "both sides". The only thing you can guarantee about all atheists is that they don't believe in gods. Beyond that all bets are off.
2007-04-20 03:09:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Some are just insulting because they find it amusing. Others rationally criticise parts of Christianity, but Christians just go all defensive and say "Why do atheists insult me and my religion?"
Andrew said my second point better: "Sometimes the insult is the perception of the person hearing what is said and not the intent of the person saying the statements."
Note: The people saying "Atheists sense they are missing something you have" or "atheists doubt themselves" are wrong. They're just giving you the christian version of what an atheist's viewpoint is. If you want an accurate answer of what an atheist thinks, ask an atheist.
2007-04-20 03:04:02 · answer #3 · answered by Tom :: Athier than Thou 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes the insult is the perception of the person hearing what is said and not the intent of the person saying the statements. Of course, sometimes people simply suck and insult you because they believe what you say and believe is stupid. I suggest using this as a litmus test for the people you want to surround yourself with. If someone attacks you and your beliefs in a personal attack, turn the other cheek and go find nice people to associate with. Basically, I advise you not to engage in a shouting match about something that is largely a very personal matter, your relationship with God.
By the way, I am atheist and I don't care what you believe. You should live and be well.
2007-04-20 03:03:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you interpret any and all criticism as insult. Haven't you noticed how carefully worded atheist comments generally are? Just how would you explain to an insane person that they're functionally insane, without insult? I've endured daily insults (and several beatings) at the hands of Christian bigots my entire life. The verbal criticisms you find so insulting are nothing, compared to the insults Christians spew every time they quote their silly gospels.
Not so long ago, Believers and Non-believers coexisted in America in a spirit of mutual toleration. Christians broke that social contract when they sold their souls to the Republican party and began an organized campaign to inflict their twisted "values" on the rest of us, using Federal law. Do you expect us to stand idly by while you destroy our country? I long ago gave up trying to reason with Christians. I'm not trying to convert you to atheism, you poor deluded fool. I'm fighting for intellectual freedom and the preservation of the basic American freedoms you endanger!
2007-04-20 03:28:20 · answer #5 · answered by Diogenes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We don't want to attract you, we only want freethinkers. We can't respect anyone who has been convinced by someone to be an atheist.
As for insulting you, I have only yet seen atheists attack beliefs, not people. We criticise your beliefs on religion, politics etc because that's how secure people communicate. They make a point, justify it, listen to objections, weigh up the evidence and see what is most valid.
It is not the christians I dislke, it is their belief. Take for example the ridiculous notion of hell, it is arrogant, cruel, unjust and worse than most crimes one can imagine, yet christians bathe in the warmth of the idea that hellfire will engulf people who don't see the world like they do.
How about a truce, don't be a sanctimonious *** and we won't poke fun.
2007-04-20 03:12:35 · answer #6 · answered by nicevolve 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I attempt to no longer have that recommendations-set, as my mom is a main occasion of each and everything a real christian strives to be, yet then there are those like my dad. maximum religious human beings I meet (christians, in particular, considering the fact that I stay interior the Bible Belt), look to take the comparable recommendations-set with me as quickly because of the fact the subject comes up in communique. "permit me tell her each and everything this is incorrect along with her and why she will Hell." My substantial flaws are that I swear like a sailor and am no longer afraid to instruct a splash cleavage, yet as quickly as faith is presented to the communique you will swear i became out raping toddlers and slumbering with something that breathes on an identical time as drunk and intense as a kite. I swear i'd desire to soak up orphans, volunteer at soup kitchens on the weekend, and as quickly as I stated "atheist", i'd be decrease than analyze for baby abuse and poisoning human beings.
2016-12-26 16:34:51 · answer #7 · answered by joto 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please don't generalize Atheists. I'm an Atheist and I don't put down any other religion, belief, or faith. Quite frankly, it isn't any of my care or concern what religion you are, as long as you treat me with respect, you're a good person in my eyes.
Most of the Atheists who go around insulting other religions, putting them down and calling them wrong, are teenage kids or close minded people who think that just because they don't believe in a higher deity, a God, that they're somehow smarter or more "informed" about the world.
The most you can do is ignore them, let them grow out of their "I'm smarter than you," phase and keep your faith.
EDIT: -Sigh- All I see are put-downs on this list of answers. "Atheists don't feel whole!" "Atheists are little people with big heads!" These people should feel ashamed of themselves for doing exactly what the bad apples are doing to you and your faith. Two wrongs don't make a right - Putting down Atheists for the few people who spoil our (lack of)faith doesn't make them any better than the people putting you down..
-Sigh-
People disgust me. All of them...
2007-04-20 03:07:20 · answer #8 · answered by Alley S. 6 · 5⤊ 0⤋
I think that most atheists don't much care about convincing you that you are wrong. I know very few atheists who care if other people agree with them, so long as their rights are protected.
Often, people are rude because they use that attitude as a defense mechanism against being attacked. Sometimes, people are just big jerks. Sometimes, frustration at others compels a person to lash out at the next person they come into contact with. All of that is very human behavior and not limited to atheists.
2007-04-20 03:02:31 · answer #9 · answered by N 6 · 7⤊ 1⤋
I very much doubt I can ever 'convince you you're wrong'. Nor do I expect you to be able to convince me to be honest.
I've spent a not inconsiderable number of years arriving where I am in my 'belief system' and I would imagine it's the same for you.
Personally I think a bit of live and let live is best. I like to hear your opinions and I hope you'd like to hear mine, but 'convincing'? Your faith is I am sure right for you. That's good enough for me.
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2007-04-20 03:59:32 · answer #10 · answered by Wood Uncut 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya know, if you wouldn't generalize an entire group, your group wouldn't get generalized to you. People in ALL Religions (as well as no religion) do that... insult people and their beliefs as a way of trying to convince them they are wrong. Granted, it's childish, especially when it goes overboard, but why blame one group when you know people in all of the groups do that? Don't you think it's dishonest to say such things about one group, but make it seem like they shouldn't be saying it about yours?
2007-04-20 03:48:45 · answer #11 · answered by Kithy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋