The Elitism of Believing in a Deity
Persons, and that term includes about 80% of the world’s population, believe in an unseen God. He is named God, Jesus, Allah, Mohammed, etc. The only subject these different believers …
How to Stop Suffering
How many times have you heard someone say the words “That’s life” after something bad has happened? Quite often I bet. Other takes on this phrase are things like “Sh*t …
A Short History of Buddhism
Like anything else, in order to understand Buddhism, we must first understand it’s rooted. As to understand how modern Buddhism began, we will first travel back in time to view …
The Truth of the Path Leading to the End of Suffering in Buddhism
The truth of the path of the way seeks to extinguish suffering through both physical and mental practices. This is achieved by following the course of the Eightfold Path; a …
Significance of the Ark of the Covenant
The Ark of the Covenant is one the most well known, and perhaps one of the most mysterious artifacts of the Jewish and Christian religions. When the Babylonians destroyed Jerusalem …
How different are Witches from Satanists
Satanism is a Christian Heresy, while practitioners of witchcraft, be it one of the traditional forms or one of the modern forms, are devotees of the Great Goddess. How did …
Why is Lakshmi Poojan done on Diwali
Diwali is an important festival which is celebrated all over India, and by people of all religions in India. It is one of the only festivals, which transcends all religious …
Jews for Jesus
Mr. Cooper, I am a staff worker with the Jews for Jesus organization. What you claim as the “unfortunate truth” about us is completely untrue: that we target the children …
Christian challenges of conflict with non-believers
In life, circumstances occasionally expose people of faith, especially Christians, to mockery or ridicule as they interact with others. Such experiences may occur in the office, in the classroom, during …
How to perform wudu
Cleanliness is an important part of daily life to a Muslim. In fact, it is a precondition to the fundamentals of worship. One must perform the ritual of wudu and/or …
Anti Atheist False Dmca Claims is not a Hate Crime
Speaking as an atheist, the lengths numerous YouTube members are willing to go to in order to stifle dissenting voices. One can’t help but get the feeling of certain desperation …
What if all Atheists Disappeared
Atheism has no aspect in its character that one could define as religious. A religion by definition requires a set of beliefs held as a position based on faith. Indeed, …
Significance of Aarti in Hindu Rituals
Several years ago, while searching for a name for my then unborn daughter, I was particularly attracted by the name “Aarti”. The original intent was to choose a name that …
Royal Religios Rigoris
Siddhartha Gautama had a life of contradictions. He was born to a mighty warrior and a member of royalty. As was the custom a seer was called on at his …
Flying Spaghetti Monster Pastafarian Ramen FSM Decorations
FSM TREE TOPPER Materials: A rectangular piece of cardboard, a toilet paper roll, or a paper snowcone cone; a roll of beige yarn; two ping-pong balls; red and dark green …
What is an Evangelist
The Evangelist is a broad term that refers to various people either because of their office or because of their function. Even though the term is commonly associated with the …
Color in Symbol and Ritual
The Significance of Color in Symbol and Ritual As many color therapists, interior decorators and New Age Professionals will tell you, color affects us on a deeper level than just …
Atheism and Feminism
“All religions thus far have taught the headship and superiority of man, the inferiority and subordination of woman. Whatever new dignity, honor, and self-respect the changing theologies have brought to …
An Atheist Examination of the Bible
Hopefully, this brief article will encourage others to study the Bible and learn for themselves the truth of what the Bible really teaches. The Bible is true. Not one prophecy …
Pondering Israels Law of Return
Not that long ago, Rabbi Shlomo Amar tried to force a change in Israel’s Law of Return which would have made it much more difficult for many people wishing to …
Atheist being one Sided
I’ve always been called thick-headed and one-sided about things since I’m an atheist, but believing in religion sounds much more like what I am accused of. Believing in false hopes …
How to Deal with Dogma
Christians are not evil. They merely have another way that they try to use to be good. When one has been taught something without the aid of discovering it for …
How to choose to have peace of mind
In an article entitled “The Happiness Quotient: Achieving Peace of Mind” author Justis Chase advises that “The truth is that it’s not the outside events but rather what we do …
Modern Muslim Fatwas Religious Orders Issued Leaders Islam Fueling Islamic – No
Muslum Fatwas In Modern Times I have noted that most of the articles concerning the no vote treated the so-called fatwas of a few to represent most of the Earth’s …
Can Intelligent Design be Considered a Science
The fact that there is by definition no atheist who believes in intelligent design already confirms that anyone who believes in intelligent design has already sacrificed a great deal of …
How Religion can Lead to Violence
Religion is a very, very ancient idea. In fact, it goes back to the dawn of man and has been a part of our existence since the very beginning. It’s …
Jewish Culture in America Today
“I have a business proposition for you.” Amit’s Israeli accent was thick and I was having trouble understanding him over the phone. I pushed the little piece of plastic further …
Sikhism Theory and Origins
The founder of the Sikh religion was ironically born into a Hindu family; his name was Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He became the disciple responsible for spreading the truth, word …
Reason and Logic are the Cornerstones of Atheism – Atheism
I feel atheism is the most logical approach because until there is no evidence of something existing, why search? I know many theists will point to the “divine order of …
Zen Koan Sun Face Buddha Moon Face Buddha
Roshi is sick as a dog. A Zen monk inquires with great concern, “How is your health these days?” Roshi answers, “Sun Face Buddha, Moon Face Buddha!” Pointer: A Sun …
Christianity is a living faith
To love God with your whole heart and to see his handiwork everywhere is a part of what Christianity is all about. When you love, you don’t want to cause …
Valentine’s Day and Christianity: Absolutely Relevant for Building Healthy Relationships
As Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, Christians around the world are contemplating whether to participate in the celebration of Love. As with other Holidays, which do not surround themselves in …