atheists? no big words
2007-08-13 12:03:12 · 7 answers · asked by Chelly 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Hi, how have you been? God feels sorry for them!
2007-08-13 14:10:07 · answer #1 · answered by THE FISH 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Moira is mostly right but I wouldn't say it was a lack of belief.
There are two definitions. In one definition a 'strong atheist' is one who believes there is no god and a 'weak atheist' believes we can't know. In the other definition, an atheist believes there is no god and an agnostic is one who believes we can't know.
So the word is best defined in context. Some people deny the existence of a god, others simply don't believe in one.
2007-08-13 12:10:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like humanist better.
Humanism is a philosophy of life inspired by humanity and guided by reason. It provides the basis for a fulfilling and ethical life without religion.
Humanists make sense of the world using reason, experience and shared human values.
Humanists see no convincing evidence for gods, the supernatural, or life after death.
Humanists believe that moral values are properly founded on human empathy and scientific understanding.
Humanists believe we must live this life on the basis that it is the only life we'll have -- that, therefore, we must make the most of it for ourselves, each other, and our world.
Humanist philosophies have arisen separately in many different cultures over many thousands of years. Whether or not they use the term humanism, tens of millions of Americans and hundreds of millions of people around the world agree with the humanist philosophy of living a happy and productive life based on reason and compassion.
2007-08-13 12:07:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Theist refers to the belief in a God - any God at all. When you place the "a" infront of it, you get "Atheist". The "A" nullifies (cancels) the "Theist", translating directly to "no God".
Atheist exactly means, "no God".
Theist exactly means, "God".
:) I hope this helps!
2007-08-13 12:10:50 · answer #4 · answered by Alley S. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People who have no belief in god or believe in no god. Antidisestablishmentterianism.
2007-08-13 12:09:57 · answer #5 · answered by Heidi S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone that doesn't believe in any god. Its litterally a LACK of belief, not "disbelief".
2007-08-13 12:07:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Children of God.
2007-08-13 12:15:16 · answer #7 · answered by Someone who cares 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋