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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
There has been some arguing in another thread about whether or not theists outnumber atheists on EvC.
Without subscribing to "labels," I thought that it would be best if we simply answer whether or not you ascribe yourself as being an atheist or a theist. To be clear and concise, just state whether subscribe to atheism, agnosticism or theism; atheist, agnostic or theist. Vote now.... Every vote counts. Edited by nemesis_juggernaut, : edit to add Edited by AdminNWR, : more detail in thread title “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Theist
“If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner |
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Actually I wasn't "arguing"--just not sure. I didn't mean arguing in a negative way, and it was Purple Youko, or whatever her/his name is that made the assumption.
What about agnostics? Can we throw them into the atheist camp for all practical purposes? Yes, and I'm disheartened that I left it out. Absolutely. It would only be fair to include agnostics. Edited by nemesis_juggernaut, : typo “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
This is coming along nicely....
So far we have 1 atheist, 2 theists, and 1 agnostic. “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner |
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
THEIST
1. Nemesis Juggernaut2. Faith 3. Mjfloresta 4. Catholic Scientist 5. Percy 6. Iano AGNOSTIC 1. Creavolution2. Ringo 3. Rail Bird 4. Omnivorous ATHEIST 1. Robinrohan2. Ramoss 3. Subbie 4. Annafan I'm surprised this is all that has voted so far. Where is everyone? I'm really curious to see the final results-- which brings me to my next question: When should the final submission be? Should place a date on it? Feedback please.
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
You didn't include an option of: none of your business. I suspect that is one reason why people might be staying away from the thread. You're not getting an accounting of the beliefs present here, just an accounting of those willing to declare their beliefs. Its a general question. I didn't approach you and ask you. So if you wanna be emo and don't want to participate, then don't. Anyone that does is more than welcome. “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Thank you. Now in my view, which admittedly is tentative, nihilism makes the most sense. It is very reasonable. I'm sure you wouldn't disagree with that. I respect your decision, but I don't think its a sensible belief. If a nihilist is incapable of 'knowing' that 'knowledge' is unattainable, then how does he have the knowledge to 'know' that knowledge is unattainable? That's a non-sequitur. I mean, it sounds like the most impartial belief, but for the reason I listed alone, the logic breaks down. “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Guess. Hmmmmm? Quetzal? Ummm, I'd have to say that you are a Republican, neo-conservative, fundamentalist Baptist from Mississippi... How close was I? “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
THEIST
1. Nemesis Juggernaut 2. Faith 3. Mjfloresta 4. Catholic Scientist 5. Jar 6. Percy 7. Iano 8. Arachnophilia 9. Buzsaw 10. Phat AGNOSTIC1. Creavolution 2. Ringo 3. Omnivorous 4. Schrafinator 5. MangyTiger 6. Rail Bird ATHEIST1. Robinrohan 2. Ramoss 3. Subbie 4. Annafan 5. Quetzal 6. Chronos 7. Corpagyps 8. Purple Youko 9. Randy Feagley NONE OF OUR BUISNESS1. DrJones Edited by nemesis_juggernaut, : Placed Rail Bird in the wrong bracket Edited by nemesis_juggernaut, : edit to add new name Edited by nemesis_juggernaut, : Edit to add “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Sorry but I cannot find where Ringo said he was an Agnostic or where I said anything about my beliefs in this thread. You told me about two weeks ago that you are a Christian. As well, somebody said that you were discussing theology with them and because of your testimony that he was beginning to lean more towards theism. I didn't think it would matter one way or the other. Would you prefer that I remove you from the list? As far as Ringo, I will take him off the list if he requests it. Ringo stated that he was undecided. That's as close to Agnosticism as we could get. But if he has an objection, I'll remove him and you. I can place you in the "None of our buisness" bracket. Just let me know.
If you are just going to assign membership on your own why ask folk to vote or select? You assigned yourself the day that you told me you were a Christian. Are reneging? “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
THEIST
1. Nemesis Juggernaut 2. Faith 3. Mjfloresta 4. Catholic Scientist 5. Jar 6. Percy 7. Iano 8. Arachnophilia 9. Buzsaw 10. Phat AGNOSTIC1. Creavolution 2. Ringo 3. Omnivorous 4. Schrafinator 5. MangyTiger 6. Rail Bird ATHEIST1. Robinrohan 2. Ramoss 3. Subbie 4. Annafan 5. Quetzal 6. Chronos 7. Corpagyps 8. Purple Youko 9. Randy Feagley NONE OF OUR BUISNESS1. DrJones “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner |
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
the way I understood it, a theist believes and is sure of their belief. An agnostic is unsure or unconvinced yet remains open minded. An atheist has decided that there is no God and rejects theistic absolutes and uncertainties. So...why do the agnostics get to be in the atheist camp? They are a third category. I agree. I mean, is it true that probably most agnostics tend to lean towards an atheistic viewpoint? Perhaps. But this is not the rule, its the exception. So many of us at some point find ourselves in a spiritual limbo until we decide that there is a God or there isn't a God; therefore, agnostics should definately get their own bracket, IMO. “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
It seems you don't understand what a poll is. To be included in a poll you have to indicate an opinion or preference as a part of the polling process. What somebody says or does outside of the polling process shouldn't be used to infer what their response is. If they don't vote they don't get counted (except in Florida possibly ). Alright, roger that. I will remove Jar, Ringo, Quetzel and Youko from the list.
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
THEIST
1. Nemesis Juggernaut 2. Faith 3. Mjfloresta 4. Catholic Scientist 5. Percy 6. Iano 7. Arachnophilia 8. Buzsaw 9. Phat AGNOSTIC1. Creavolution 2. Omnivorous 3. Schrafinator 4. MangyTiger 5. Rail Bird ATHEIST1. Robinrohan 2. Ramoss 3. Subbie 4. Annafan 5. Chronos 6. Corpagyps 7. Randy Feagley NONE OF OUR BUISNESS1. DrJones “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner |
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Hyroglyphx Inactive Member |
Nonsense. I can be equally close to all four official categories. Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't. Sometimes you don't care one way or the other and sometimes you just don't want to be bothered. Fair enough, I removed you from the list.
robin voted for me - on this side of the border, that's illegal. I didn't protest because I didn't want to waste any more posts on the subject (and I don't want to see robin go to jail). Yeah, please don't press charges. He meant well.
But since you bring it up: why can't I have my own category, like Dr.Jones? You could call it "Ringo - in a class by himself" Noted good sir. Its as good as done. “If chance be the father of all flesh then disaster is his rainbow in the sky. And when you hear of, state of emergencies, sniper kills ten, youths go looting, bomb blasts school, it is but the sound of man worshipping his maker” -Steve Turner
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