Religious Views of an Atheist
Born Catholic. Baptized Catholic. Raised Catholic… Why is it that children are forced to accept a religion? Why is it that children are forced to accept a religion before they …
Why you don’t need Religion to be a Good Person
Religion offers a framework for living morally, and it “works” for a lot of people. Neither of these statements is meant to imply that religion (belief in God within this …
What can Atheists do with Tarot
Tarot cards have many uses for atheists and agnostics. Some just like to point at the Tarot and laugh, which can be very therapeutic. Some also appreciate Tarot decks for …
Pro God Propaganda in the Media
This just in: The New York Times affirms that God exists. After years of agonizing over whether the New York Times was going to come down for or against God, …
Motivated by Fear
Why I’m an Atheist That’s a question that has been asked and answered a hundred or more times in my short life. It’s simple really, I think logically. That statement …
How Religious are Americans
Ohio, Nation Less Religulous Atheists, Humanists No Longer Fear Their Secular Orientation April 30, 2009 COLUMBUS, OHIO: As the high tide of Republican control of the government in Ohio and …
War and the non-Religious
Religion itself retains an ambiguous nature, therefore any answers in regard to the effects of religion are at their core vague and inconclusive, but attacking the matter from different angles, …
The Psychology of Religion
As a former Christian, this writer believed that the Bible was true and that it was the word of God written through human beings as inspired by the Holy Spirit. …
Agnostic Point of View
I myself am agnostic. I’m not saying I don’t believe in God, I am just saying that I want pure solid proof before I go shouting out my religion. I …
Technology Atheism Agnosticism God Highest Evolution Medical Science Medical Technology
The idea that technology and other sciences have promoted atheism and agnosticism is sort of absurd. This writer does believe that there is a line, yet it is a fine …
Atheism in Politics
History will remember the 2008 Presidential race for many different reasons, but none less so than the sheer amount of prejudice and stereotypes that were broken. Undoubtedly, the campaigns of …
Atheism Choice
Is Atheism A Choice? To believe or not to believe; that is the question, which you alone must answer, and the possibilities are myriad. From Christianity to Islam, through Judaism, …
The Two Definitions of Atheism
When looking up the term “atheism” in multiple dictionaries, one finds a rather interesting discontinuity. Atheism is defined in two subtly but essentially different ways. The Oxford English Dictionary defines …
Atheist Agnostic Debate – Agnosticism
Agnostics believe that a “higher power” exists, atheists believe in nothing. I believe that people that are atheists are actually agnostic. Most atheists, if you ask them, say that they …
Arguments for Religious Belief Based on Fear
Christians’ arguments to atheists are sometimes based on fear, which is only right. Fear is a great motivator, much greater than hope. When a child misbehaves, its mother says, “Just …
The Invisible God
There have been many controversies in this country on the subject of whether God really exists or not. Debates have been held by Christian scientists and atheists giving their own …
What Caused Atheism?
What an absurd question. It assumes theism has always existed and that atheism is an ‘op-ed.’ In the dawn of humanity, the mind began to ponder existentialism. What am I, …
Religious Prophecy Versus the Destiny of Man
What is the meaning of life? What is the nature of reality? What does it mean to be human and how do we fit into the greater scheme of things? …
Why Atheism is not a Matter of Faith
Many argue that a rational, non-theist worldview requires the same kind of faith as a theist worldview. Since the theories and evidence of the scientific method are inconclusive, they say, …
Questioning the Purpose of Belief in God
PLEASE DO QUESTION IT. Questioning the purpose of belief in God is a very healthy pastime; especially for young people right across the world. It is essential to enquire, consider …
Origins of Christmas
Atheists should celebrate Christmas in the same way that Christians should celebrate it: as a pagan holiday with dark and disturbing roots. Christmas is a perfect example of the flexibility, …
Religion Tradition Reason Faith
Due to the tendency people have to believe in “something,” and the struggle to simultaneously maintain an educated and rational approach to reality, faith may sometimes seem foolish. Facts, concepts …
Why are Atheists So Curious about Religion
Atheists are curious about religion simply because they are intelligent, and can’t imagine how someone could suspend their miraculous gift of intelligence and devote their lives to the confined space …
What Draws an Atheist to Religion
Why are atheists so curious about religion? Asking the question “Why are atheists so curious about religion?” is like asking, “Why are religious people so curious about atheism?” This is …
Theism non Belief Agnostic Argument of Evil Godless
If you were to ask a random group of individuals what an atheist is, you would probably get the standard answer; they don’t believe in (a) God and are not …
Living a Good Life without God
I think too many people count on the fear of God making them live better lives. We see where that has gotten us. I was raised as Roman Catholic but …
Ten Reasons for Embracing Atheism
While many people still believe atheism, or the rejection of the belief in any sort of deities, is a sin, this is becoming an attractive option for many people. There …
Reasons for Atheism
The Psychology of Atheism The question of whether a god or higher power exists is one of the most debated topics on our planet. With the formation of organized religion, …
Athiesm not the way to go
I am an atheist. I’m proud of it…but not arrogant about it. I used to think that atheism was the next step in our evolution as a human race. The …
Religion and Violence in Northern Ireland a Personal Experience
It is a sad fact of life, with a huge raft of historical evidence for support, that much violence has occurred as a result of religion. Or rather, in my …
What you Call Atheism I Call Spiritual Maturation
I want to show you something that has the power to change the world of religion as we know it. And what it is, is a corruption of spirit and …
Reflections Religion through the Eyes of this Atheist
So who is to blame? It’s no secret to anyone that man has a very dark past, and it’s nothing we can change or run from. The human race is …