Greta Christina argues against ecumenicalism: Why Should Atheists Have to Show Respect For Religion?

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214. I look at the whole of history...

and can only see vast destruction caused in the name of religion with small pockets of well meaning deeds.

It is indeed important to look at these things. In fact I like this quote "religion is too important for atheist to ignore."

I still think that atheist frame themselves very poorly.

There are two words - atheist and agnostic - I think it is intellectually dishonest to claim a "soft atheistic" position when ones BELIEFS are clearly more alined with the meaning of the term agnostic.

And after thoughtful consideration one can only come to the conclusion that the "hard" atheistic position is a BELIEF and can not be grounded in fact. It is speculation at best and stinks of religious dogma.

Any understanding of how little we know about reality points to the FACT that we are in no position to have anything but fanciful speculation on most of the questions offered by our greatest thinkers.

Be well