Why do some atheists keep on throwing the fact that they have a higher IQ in theist's face?

Question

it is obvious from the answers that I am not the only one that feels that way. So could you please be a little more respectful towards my beliefs. and I in return will not try to 'convert you', and will be respectful towards yours. You should know not all religious people are like that.

Some, I was very careful to include the word some, not all. And, judging from the responses, it is also quite possible that perhaps they don't know they are doing it?
And yes, this comes from personal experience, both from Y!A and the world in General.

could you not use your own IQ as validation the IQ test must be wrong! If Group X has an average IQ of 100, and one of Group X's members has an individual IQ of 185, that doesn't change the fact that the AVERAGE IQ of Group X is 100. Make sense?

and to the guy that said that SOME atheist's grammar and spelling isn't that good.- English is not my first language so, I will have common grammatical and spelling mistakes in my text, but don't you think it is quite rude to point it out every time it occurs?

Again with the generalizing, not all theist's throw the text of their holy book at people. If you don't like people generalizing you then you shouldn't generalize others. That is not the word of God, but common sense.

Those of you who answer a question with another question, do you really think such arguments are going to sway me?

Answer 1

It's because they believe they are mentally stronger then someone who believes in religion. They believe that if you have to rely on some sort of belief to keep you going everyday - that you are weak. They think that it makes more sense to believe in yourself and your own strengths then some intangible being that was most likely created as an illusion by man.
As you can see most of there beliefs revolve around self-reflection, lack of confidence, and narrow mindness. Because to have the courage to believe in something that makes you happy - even when others disagree with you - that is the true strength.

Answer 2

I've never done that, but I've seen that statistic cited. I think a survey would be interesting. I'd like to see some concrete numbers on this.

IQ is a fairly accurate assessment of ones ability to observe the universe and comprehend outside stimulants intellectually. When debating a subject that inherently involves science, a higher IQ would lend to a more stable and educated opinion.

Answer 3

It unfortunately appears that since they are incapable of explaining the draw of Religion, they must class the Religious as ignorant sheep that need someone to follow. I, however, am deeply religious and boast of an IQ of 136.( not quite Mensa material, but quite decent) Am I an exception to the rule? You cannot, without actual research ( not grasping for averages) align IQ with religious belief. Both groups are far too diverse.

Answer 4

First your question says "the fact". Did they prove their intellectual worth?

Personally, I'm a card carrying member of MENSA Denver Chapter.

I have many friends there who are Christians.
Agreements or objections reference Christianity aside, IQ tests only rate data processing skills not veracity of the data.

God Bless

Answer 5

I've known some pretty smart morons. I've also known some really stupid geniuses.

Basing one's (or another's) worth on a test made to show off how smart you are (or not, for that matter) is probably even more shallow than basing your self worth on your physical appearance. At least when you look good you don't have to tell everybody "hey! I scored 155 on my IQ test!"

Stupid is as stupid does - regardless of your IQ.

Answer 6

Look, its only 6.8 points on average...

Don't let the 6.8 points bother you...

EDIT: Give ten points to the guy who said this: "atheists dont have high iqs there low even south park made fun of them"
...the irony

no1home2day: Could you cite some sources on the Dr. Flue thing? I Googled his name and the words "evolution" and "intelligent design" but Google only threw up your regurgitated nonsense. Let me guess, you read it in Watchtower magazine? Surely if this guy is an accreddited scientist I should be able to find some info on his about-face?... Or did the evolution conspiracy cover it up?

Answer 7

I never have,firstly because I have no idea what my IQ is as I have never taken a test.
Secondly because I know that a majority of people on this planet are far more intelligent than I am.
However,intelligence does not equal common sense.

Answer 8

Hey no1home, I'd like you to email me your argument. I'm curious as to why the innerworkings of mithochondria and the laws of thermodynamics prohibit evolution and I can't find any of your brilliant arguments in your answers (at least not the pages I randomly clicked on).

Answer 9

Some people choose to worship at the "altar of education" and others do not.

Something about not being able to see the forest for the trees.

Speaking of trees, maybe it has to do with that one in the middle of the Garden of Eden...the tree of the "Knowledge" of good and evil. Perhaps those who put that tree before a relationship with God are destined to let it forever rule and ruin their relationships with others.

Answer 10

The same reason the theists throw around bible verses that should be past character limit in every question. Because they can.