1. We'd be better off without Religion

Comment #31471 by AtheistApostle on April 12, 2007 at 8:44 pm

@Bonzai

I completely agree that there is nothing wrong with a crutch.

In fact, I think it would be a good idea to explore the "comforting" reasons to become an Atheist other than just the pursuit for the truth and reason.

It is obvious that this is what most people want or need, and it is also obvious that Atheism does not seem to provide this in the way that most Theists seem to be searching for it.

As far as keeping religion out of the public.

I would LOVE for this to happen, but on that same token I believe that Theism has such a strong grasp on the people of this world, that the ideas and realities of Atheism needs to be spread in much the same way that religion is. If not, then I believe that religion will continue to rule this planet.

Ironically, this is the same exact way that Theists think. I think it is important to leave that freedom of expression openly available to everyone, so that Atheists are also able to educate others about their ideas.

2. We'd be better off without Religion

Comment #31459 by AtheistApostle on April 12, 2007 at 7:25 pm

The most interesting thing that I noticed is the fact that every Theist speaker almost completely discarded the idea of "God", and seemed only to embrace the idea of "comfort" and "goodness".

I find this interesting, because while blatantly denying it, they subconsciously realize and admit that their religion is simply a crutch to lean on when they feel emotional about something such as love, hate, sadness and happiness.

That is interesting, considering the fact that religion is based 100% on the idea that "God" exists, and that if he didn't there would be no religion or existence at all.

If that is true, then I would presume that the reasons for following a religion would be to praise and thank the "creator", and NOT because it is what makes them feel good.