I see a lot of Thiests post this question a lot, as if we don't have vested interests in the realm of religion and spirituality. As for me I come here because I consider myself a spiritual person. I don't think that I should have to believe in any kind of god/goddess to be able to post here, or to consider myself spiritual. On top of that, I think that this country is still too heavily influenced by Christian biases, such as gay people not being allowed to LEGALLY be married, or making tax payers pay for religion classes in PUBLIC schools, etc. So, why are you here, a perfect chance to defend yourself.
2007-05-17 10:28:53 · 13 answers · asked by Her 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I am a pagan and a Taoist and an atheist.
I actually am interested in the things Christians in particular say to try to convert people, because I have children and I fully expect Christian children to say these things to them when they find out my kids aren't Christian (it happened to me when I was younger, and oddly enough still happens).
So, I want to have thought about the Christian point of view and their arguments, so I can give a well-thought-out response to my children. I want to be able to clearly articulate what I think, because my ability to answer their questions may be important in my having credibility with my own children.
So I've been in forums like this for years now, and I'm really glad I did. Not only has it driven me further from Christianity than I ever thought I could be, but I think I can explain my views very well to my children, when they ask. I'm even keeping file of FAQ's.
2007-05-17 10:32:34 · answer #1 · answered by KC 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I come because it's interesting and I'm smart enough to know that I don't everything in the world and even though I may disagree with many of the posters I may also learn something new about religions and about myself.
2007-05-17 10:35:34 · answer #2 · answered by vinster82 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you see all those questions (such as this) that start with "Atheists..."? Those are for us.
Also, I'm allowed to be interested in religion without having to believe in it. I may have questions from time to time.
Questions and answers. That's what this place is for.
2007-05-17 10:32:56 · answer #3 · answered by Dylan H 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Entertainment and the chance I might clear the cobwebs from another mind.
2007-05-17 10:48:05 · answer #4 · answered by deusexmichael 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's that same sort of impulse that makes people want to slow down and look out the window when they see a car wreck.
2007-05-17 10:32:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 1⤋
I like to stir up the lemmings....maybe something I say will get them to think . But I highly doubt it....
2007-05-17 10:34:21 · answer #6 · answered by conx-the-dots 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've answered this soooo many times I refuse to type it all out again. And for the record, I'm not "defending" myself. I have every right to be here.
And thanks for the drink.
2007-05-17 10:33:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If they ask the questions, I will answer.
2007-05-17 10:36:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
hahaha, cause i find their false sense of superiority hilarious
2007-05-17 10:39:05 · answer #9 · answered by Jason Jones 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lol, I just asked that same question myself! Man, that's embarassing for atheists... it's like a dog hanging out in the "elephant" section lol!!
2007-05-17 10:32:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 8⤋