atheists are vilified as anarchistic and evil anti-religionists, who want nothing more than to rob other people of their right to practice their beliefs. Only a small portion of atheists are open (out of the closet) about their atheism, and as a result we are viewed as a much smaller percentage of the population than we really are.
So what are atheists like? It's hard to say. To me, one of the best components of atheism is the freedom of thought and mind. Prejudice against people of other sexes, races, or sexual preferences is rare, because most of such prejudice is religion-based and completely illogical. We argue with each other, thrive on debate, and feel like we're better people after we've been proven wrong. We do good because it's the right thing to do, not out of a selfish fear of eternal damnation or a need to "win points" with a deity.
Other than that, we are a very diverse group of people. We are writers and poets, philosophers and scientists, teachers and businesspeople
2007-12-11 05:54:58 · 10 answers · asked by GEISHA 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
brain surgeons and truck drivers, architects and construction workers. We are men and women, black and white, republican and democrat, gay and straight, shy and outspoken. Since we are bound only by our disbelief, there are atheists with differing views on every political, economic, and social issue. I view this as a benefit which should serve as a model from which the rest of the world could learn. Atheists are united in diversity.
“Your self-isolation is unhealthy, both mentally and physically, and you need to rectify it.”
We are moral, we are ethical, and we're tired of being defamed and maligned for our disbelief. Sound familiar?
2007-12-11 05:55:08 · update #1
mwaahaa Lemur...ur such a flirty little simian come here (((tickles)))
2007-12-11 06:01:59 · update #2
You should rule the planet.
Where do I sign up for this Revolution of yours?
Should I bring beer?
2007-12-11 06:16:13 · answer #1 · answered by wrdsmth495 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am out of the closet so to speak. I am not vilified very often. Many times I get an odd reaction when someone finds out but once it sinks in and they remember who I am it is tossed to the side.
2007-12-11 14:29:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think, atheism and closet are contradictory!
Once we step over and away from the darkness of religious believes, and dogmas of faith... its hard not to share your life and thoughts with everyone!
2007-12-11 15:54:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've never been in the closet atheism wise
I find it sad that some people feel they have to be
2007-12-11 14:04:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Come in the closet with me and i'll tell you.
Now i've actually read your question i have to agree with you, a well written and argued question.
2007-12-11 14:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by LEMUR 1 · 4⤊ 1⤋
Wow, can you say that all in one breath?
Hey, I feel you... I really do, but honestly, I don't feel that persecuted.
2007-12-11 14:06:32 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well said. And absolutely true.
2007-12-11 14:01:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
I am not, thankfully. And I agree with what you say. :)
2007-12-11 14:01:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
ahhh, how refreshing.....have a star......
2007-12-11 14:01:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
*Star*
2007-12-11 15:20:40 · answer #10 · answered by James ™ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋