@IAMgROOT@Warl0k3
In my long experience encouraging and observing dialogue between Christians and atheists, I’ve reached the conclusion that both sides come to the table with completely contradictory worldviews.
Reconciliation is, therefore, virtually impossible. The most you can hope to accomplish is some degree of mutual understanding and appreciation for the simple fact of each other’s essential humanity.
@Warl0k3
No offense meant! LOL, the president of American Atheists called me an “Uncle Tom atheist” when we were on a panel together, years ago. I understand the appeal of convincing the opposition (on both sides), but in long years of watching these conversations I’ve NEVER seen anyone convince anyone else.
The most I’ve seen is for people to understand that the people on the other side are just that: people. I think that’s a positive step.
I wholeheartedly agree with the overall futility of trying to change someone’s opinions thru internet bickering - so to be honest I’m not even trying, I’m just entertaining myself while wasting their time. They’re transparently not here in good faith (rimshot) so why even bother pretending like they are…
@Warl0k3
I don’t remember his name! All I remember was that A) he was selling his new book, B) he was one of the aggressive “New Atheists” who liked to mock and attack theists, and C) not too long after, it came out that he was sexually harassing women. He got cancelled for that, I think.
@Warl0k3
I know! Ironically some of the leaders of the convention we spoke at were harassing and molesting women at the con. Turned out that the rest of the con staff were covering it up.
Aww, baby not enjoying having to actually prove your claims? Poor thing. Anyways, the evidence?
I gave you proof you went “its not actually real proof” its not proof you want, if you are given proof you reject it
You didnt give me proof, though. You gave me a letter that says there’s proof. That’s not the same thing as evidence.
did you even read it?
Yes? It’s not exactly moby dick, it doesn’t take long.
@IAMgROOT @Warl0k3
In my long experience encouraging and observing dialogue between Christians and atheists, I’ve reached the conclusion that both sides come to the table with completely contradictory worldviews.
Reconciliation is, therefore, virtually impossible. The most you can hope to accomplish is some degree of mutual understanding and appreciation for the simple fact of each other’s essential humanity.
Good luck.
#Christianity #Atheism #religion #dialogue
Smidge big of you to assume that reconciliation of viewpoints is the goal here, but genuinely thanks for the insight.
@Warl0k3
No offense meant! LOL, the president of American Atheists called me an “Uncle Tom atheist” when we were on a panel together, years ago. I understand the appeal of convincing the opposition (on both sides), but in long years of watching these conversations I’ve NEVER seen anyone convince anyone else.
The most I’ve seen is for people to understand that the people on the other side are just that: people. I think that’s a positive step.
Wait, Nick Fish? Comically in character if so.
I wholeheartedly agree with the overall futility of trying to change someone’s opinions thru internet bickering - so to be honest I’m not even trying, I’m just entertaining myself while wasting their time. They’re transparently not here in good faith (rimshot) so why even bother pretending like they are…
@Warl0k3
I don’t remember his name! All I remember was that A) he was selling his new book, B) he was one of the aggressive “New Atheists” who liked to mock and attack theists, and C) not too long after, it came out that he was sexually harassing women. He got cancelled for that, I think.
… I’m worried about how little that narrows it down.
@Warl0k3
I know! Ironically some of the leaders of the convention we spoke at were harassing and molesting women at the con. Turned out that the rest of the con staff were covering it up.
Talk about Original Sin! 🤣