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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 8, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Fuzzycow37

POLLWhat do you want to happen to your body when you die?

4 votes Traditional burial
30 votes Cremation
16 votes Eco-burial (no embalming, no casket)
26 votes Donate me to science
0 votes Tibetan Sky Burial
6 votes Other

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 28, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by GoodMan

How do you want to be remembered?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 8, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Sarcasm

What makes life important to you?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ParkerGabriel

POLLAre persons on the autism spectrum allowed to believe in anything at all?

4 votes Yes
0 votes No
0 votes Not sure / Don't know
2 votes Doesn't matter

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Selah613

If you went through portal A your body got destroyed and portal B made a perfect clone of you with the same memories and personality would you have truly died?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by thinkingswan

Thoughts on Gender Identity?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 1, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Janmp

Anyone out there ever have others say that your handicap is a blessing? Or a punishment?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Aug 10, 2017Aug 2017

Posted by Admin

How do you handle the loss of a loved one without believing in an afterlife?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Aug 10, 2017Aug 2017

Posted by Admin

How do you find inner peace?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Aug 10, 2017Aug 2017

Posted by Admin

Where did you learn ethics and morality?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Aug 10, 2017Aug 2017

Posted by Admin

How do you know if you're being brainwashed?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 10, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by Admin

How do I stop feeling bad for being an atheist?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 19, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by paul1967

POLLIs being an Atheist less threatening today?

14 votes It's getting better.
2 votes It's getting worse.
4 votes It's staying about the same.

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 20, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by GoodMan

Where do you stand regarding fate and destiny?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 22, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Where do we go after we die other than turning into dust?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 22, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Will this quote help you to lighten up?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 23, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by Bingogwak

Do you believe in destiny or luck ?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 24, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by Selah613

POLLIs there a meaning of life?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 24, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

"An eye for an eye" . . . will you kill other people if they are a threat to your life?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 25, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Do you believe in a "parallel world" or in the "Multiverse Theory"?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 25, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Do you have a "purpose-driven life" or a mission in life?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 26, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by Selah613

Which philosophical doctrine do you follow?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 28, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by atheist

What's your thoughts on death with dignity?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 28, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by paul1967

What type of death do you most fear?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 29, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by enlightenedcan

Could a supernatural entity be controlling evolution?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 29, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by SonerAbay

What is morality?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Sep 30, 2017Sep 2017

Posted by Groovyskeptic

What DO you believe in?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 1, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Where do you get your concept of good and evil or right and wrong?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 1, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Where do you get your inspiration for living your life?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Yassir

Better to fail or never attempt?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Yassir

What is true happiness?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

When you're "down and out" where and how do you seek consolation?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ErichZannIII

Suggestions for depressed people?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by GoodMan

What are your biggest pet peeves, and why?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 2, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by GoodMan

Who were your role models growing up, and why?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 3, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Melody

What would you like your community to have for socialization?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by GoodMan

Do you believe in astrology?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by atheist

Has your lack of belief changed you? Are you a better person for it?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by PriceMichael

Jacque Fresco - Are we civilized yet? - YouTube

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 5, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by garlon999

I'm new here. But after having just read quite a few posts, this is not the place for me. This is a place for argument .... not a search for the truth or for resolution for myself. Intolerance of Christians, athiests, or agnostics is at the very ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by KatieHowie

POLLIf you were brain dead and on life support, would you want your family to pull the plug?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by atheist

What is the human experience?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by atheist

All the lonely people, where do they all come from?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Buddadarma

Why Do People Suffer?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Jayman

Is there a Universal truth?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 6, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by roger123m

A doctor entered the hospital in hurry after being called in for an urgent surgery. He answered the call asap, changed his clothes & went directly to the surgery block. He found the boy’s father pacing in the hall waiting for the doctor. On seeing ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 7, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Lucas20520

I am the only atheist in my family and unfortunately Im living with them right now. hopefully I will be out sooner than later. Ive never met someone I can be open with regarding my religious opinions. this is my first time reaching out so hopefully ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 7, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Jayman

What does the meaning of life mean to you?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 7, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Tesla

Do you never get bored of talk about God?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 8, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MichaelSpinler

A History of Disbelief: Atheism Documentary Episode 1 - YouTube

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 8, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MichaelSpinler

do you think christian morality is based on extortion or human empathy?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 8, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by BuzzyTabor

Who or What pushed the button on the BIG BANG ?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 9, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by StormKing

the most interesting fact of life is that no one gets out of it alive

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 9, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ElementX74

Bios Urn - The Biodegradable Urn Designed to Grow a Tree

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 9, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

Does anyone have a bucket list they'd like to share?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 9, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

How many times have been in a situation where you know you could or should have died but didn't?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 10, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by tsjames

What kinds of ceremonies or activities do you do to capture a feeling of transcendence or to attain a contemplative mood?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 10, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

POLLDo you believe in fate?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 11, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by LadyStardust96

Wasn't sure where to post this, so I figured I would post it here. This is a quote that's opened my eyes to a lot. "People Live their Lives bound by what they accept as correct and true. That is how they define "Reality" . But what does it mean to ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 12, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ThomasMeador

What is the difference, if any, between fate, predestination and determinism?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 12, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ThomasMeador

What if there were no hypothetical questions?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 12, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Hantskiwi

When did you first realise the Universe is fascinating and amazing just as it is, no deity required?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 13, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Sarcasm

Are morals objective or subjective?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 13, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by atheist

When is more less?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 13, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by atheist

QUOTE: 'With religion, we are like children who still believe that we are protected in the world by benevolent parents who will look after us. Atheism is the throwing off of childish illusions and acceptance that we have to make our own way in the ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 14, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by smilnjan

I think Humans are parasites - what are your thoughts?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 14, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by GordonWolters

At what age did you know you were going to die?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 14, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Alliegirl

Old religious upbringing habits die hard?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 14, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by andygee

Dennis Preger’s Dog Story and Non-Theist Morals 2012, Hurricane Sandy, the lower Manhattan blackout. The only reliable radio station we could pick up was 570 “The Answer.” That’s where I first heard Denis Preger. I used to listen to him ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Chead5

Was there ever a time in your life as a non-theist when you wanted or wished there actually was someone to pray to (and it would actually make a difference)?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MichaelSpinler

Shy do many people leave a religion only to seek some other form of philosophy or dogma? Is it the need to have structure? or the need to let other people think for you? Why cant people stand on there own developed principles? and standards.

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Dylan

Are you still able to appreciate religious art, or does the religious message prevent you from appreciating it? For example, would you still like a Christian band that plays really good music, or a religious film that you think is beautifully shot?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

I've seen posts regarding death with dignity but in lieu of children making suicide pacts because they see the world as a hopeless waste what is your opinion on suicide?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

Aethism is the disbelief in god. Without god how can there be good or bad since ethics is based on morals and morals are determined by god? Who determines what is wrong and right?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 15, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MarcusHarner

Could prominent religious ideologies be perpetuated by time traveling beings that are altering our past?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 16, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by daddy4pugs

Is it a "Wonderful Life?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 16, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by AMGT

The risks involved with Appeals to Emotion

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 17, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by roger123m

A water bearer in India had two large pots, each hung on each end of a pole which he carried across his neck. One of the pots had a crack in it, and while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water at the end of the long ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 18, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by freethinker09

I have been an Agnostic basically forever. I say Agnostic because to assume 100% that there is no higher power seems arrogant. My children have all followed in my footsteps because I raised them to think for themselves. My question is does anyone ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 18, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Paul

Isn't it dangerous to claim that free will isn't real in ANY way what so ever?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 19, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by ThomasMeador

What strikes you with awe? What inspires you? Is there anything that you experience fairly often that sets your spirit soaring? What is the most beautiful thing that you have seen or experienced?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 19, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by wordywalt

As an agnostic or theist, do you fear death? If so, why?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by BD66

What do you think of the term "Spiritual but not religious" ?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Do you believe that experience leads to beliefs?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by JonJacobs

There is no evidence for the existence of natural rights. The idea of natural rights isn't a horrible idea but there is no evidence that they exist. Those who assert that they do need to show how nature/God communicates what rights we have and what...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by wordywalt

I recently asked if you are afraid of death. The following is a piece I wrote several years ago which describes, in a metaphor, how I (as an old man) feel about death: My old friend, the conductor to death, still waits quietly in the wings. But, ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by paul1967

I 100% know there is a God or is no God

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by RheaCherrith

If you research you will find out that cannons/bible was written 311 A.D. I find that religions control population and demand tithes and large amounts of money. Religions are just corporations. There never been a god just man made up gods through...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SonnyMlaPH

Telling a lie is certainly destructive. Are there harmless lies or white lies or true lies?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 20, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Paul

Just because unbelievers have shed one delusion are they really as free of others as they might like to imagine?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 21, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by JonJacobs

I change my metaphysical perspectives to fit my moods. I don't see why I shouldn't. Aldous Huxley said this about the matter: "Officially an agnostic, I 'feel' the presence of devils in a tropical forest. Confronted, when the weather is fine ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 21, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Jammo

Sunday is usually church day. When you remove the religious fervour you have a place where people can meet socially and friendships are forged. I would go to something similar. What would be a good format for an agnostic gathering where politics, ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 21, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

This post is inspired by Squirrellglider. If you work in an occupation where you risk life and limb each time you are at work why do you do it? Is it love of the job? Does it pay extremely well? Is it the only thing you know how to do? Are you the ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 21, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Unknownlearner

What is the point of living?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 22, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by SamL

Do you tend to disagree with people you don't like or don't present their ideas in the way you'd like? Why is that so?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 22, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by MichaelSpinler

did you loose faith, or gain a sense of reality?

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 22, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by Paul

POLLShould unbelievers use the word 'spiritual' if they aren't referring to anything supernatural?

8 votes No (add a comment saying why)
4 votes Yes (add a comment saying why)
10 votes It depends (add a comment saying what it depends on & why)

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 22, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by daddy4pugs

How anti-theist are you? Not only am I an unapologetic atheist, but I am an anti-theist. Sure, I live in the real world and I have friends and relatives who are believers, but I do take many opportunities to educate others as to the horrors of ...

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Philosophy & Meaning

Oct 22, 2017Oct 2017

Posted by puttinfool

I think the craziest reply to the question posed: "Why does a 3 year old child die from cancer, or some other fatal disease?" Is this...." the Lord works in mysterious ways".....really? or maybe cancer can appear anywhere, anytime, in anyone.....and ...

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