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Comments by Quetzalcoatl


601. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #168581 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 8:10 am

seeker_of_truth-

it's interesting that the subject of the eye has come up. Did you know that your eyes do not actually remain still, but "jiggle" very slightly from side to side. These are called "saccades", and they can sometimes have strange effects on our perception. Here is an excellent example:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saccadic_suppression_of_image_displacement

The brain has to edit saccades out of our perception, so that we're not even aware that they are happening:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saccadic_masking

Point being, why would an Intelligent Designer create eyes with this problem?

602. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168566 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 7:55 am

Irate-

I saw that article on the BBC news site. He does raise some good points, but he is once again speaking about things that he doesn't know much about, and seems to be doing so as the voice of the COE.

603. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168511 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 7:17 am

Irate-

you forgot another important headline:

"Giant Squid and Lemurs Forge Alliance, Conquer Angola"

604. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168469 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 6:56 am

I choose not to waste time preparing food for rude people that do not even have any intention of even tasting it


Then stop wasting time cutting and pasting scripture for those who have no intention of reading it.

605. Student's 'Be Happy, Not Gay' t-shirt ok

Comment #168465 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 6:55 am

irate-

Does the reverse say 'Kick Me'?

Just wondering....


Perhaps he has a T-shirt at home that says something else on the rear?

606. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168458 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 6:51 am

Remnant-

False premise, our Creator God gave us the laws of nature, our ability to reason, and the intellect explore His creation, as well as the free will to explore His creation and choose to freely reject Him


Prove it.

And what about the Flood?

607. Student's 'Be Happy, Not Gay' t-shirt ok

Comment #168435 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 6:30 am

Wow, that t-shirt is totally hardcore. He must get a lot of attention from the ladies. They do like a rebel.

608. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168430 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 6:24 am

Remnant-

The truth you subscribe to originates with the father of all lies, the god of this world


Are you referring to Satan here? You are, aren't you! My favourite story involving Satan is the one where Merciful God makes a bet with Satan, and tells him to go and make a man's life utterly miserable for no real reason. Ah, good times.

Do you work in an indoctrination center by any chance?


No, Philip doesn't teach Sunday School.

609. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168375 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 5:16 am

MaxD-

speaking of songs and lyrics, perhaps this extract from a song by the LostProphets might be appropriate here:

Cause every day we're getting older
And every day we all get colder
We're sick of waiting for our answers

Wake up, Wake up, Wake up,
Yeah so tired of waiting, waiting for us to
Wake up, Wake up, Wake up,
Yeah so sick of waiting, for us to make a move

Are we meant to take the pain
Should we sit around and wait
Are we being saved
Or was I another lie you made to make us hate

Cause every day we're getting older
And every day we all get colder
We're sick of waiting for our answers

610. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168320 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 2:25 am

Epeeist-

isn't that the one that keeps flagging Evolution as a Fatal Exception Error and crashing?

Also, I hear that when you run a search for evidence of God, it keeps responding File Not Found.

611. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168315 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 2:15 am

I guess it depends on whether or not you remember to load the Soul Software


I hear that software is full of bugs, the Goddidit virus being the most damaging.

612. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168308 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 2:00 am

Philip-

what if we build a computer that blasphemes against the holy spirit? An atheistic AI?

Those verses also suggest that children can get away with it.

613. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168301 by Quetzalcoatl on April 25, 2008 at 12:58 am

Philip-

Why the hell do pray to this maniac of a God?


Indeed. Much better to pray to a god who answers prayer, communicates openly with his worshippers, and looks favourably on those who drink tea. Now where oh where could we find such a beneficent deity?

614. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168115 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:29 pm

Anna-

C'mon, I'm allowed to be ditzy once in a while...y'all


Sure thing, l'il lady. -Tips imaginary cowboy hat-

615. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #168109 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:20 pm

ThetruthID-

A deceiver is a deceiver


And a Womble is a Womble.

616. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168107 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:19 pm

Anna-

Oh! A southern accent would be even better considering I'm from the South


-Head hits desk-

Yes, I know, that's why I said it! It also happens to be true. Y'all.

617. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168085 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:57 pm

Anna-

Our British friend came to visit recently and we made him speak with an American accent just so we could giggle at him


I do a decent, drawling Southern accent. I didn't realise you had such a mean streak in you Anna, I rather like it. ;)

618. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168051 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:37 pm

Anna-

I find it hard to believe that you don't find Duffman sexy. Even if you are heterosexual. ;-)


I am very much het, but somehow I have resisted Duffman's charms. I will however say that I find him amusing, and have been known to do impressions (to myself) of his sayings. My favourite would be:

"Duffman's pension fund has been mismanaged! Oh yeah!"

619. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168031 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:29 pm

Annabanana-

thank you, I am aware of the definition of sexy. And I saw your comment. I was merely speaking for myself.

620. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168020 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:24 pm

gr8hands-

Quetzalcoatl, you're ignoring Duffman's Power of being Super-Hot!


I have seen no evidence for the existence of this power. Perhaps Duffman has tricked you using his Rose-Tinted Glasses ability!

621. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #168005 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:17 pm

TheTruthID-

Boy you are in dreamland


Actually, I'm not. I have better things to dream about than Internet debates. Nubile young women feature heavily.

To truly belive that there are only a few and they are not highly respected tells me either you are too ignorant and never read or thats what you want to belive for your sanity


Nice attempt to avoid the issue. Evolution is accepted by the overwhelming majority of scientists, and you know it. And because I disagree with you does not make me insane or ignorant.

622. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #168000 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:13 pm

Al-

Duffman is clearly the man when it comes to super heroes. He is a beer themed hero, can't top it


Oh yeah, the ability to get drunk and fall down a lot. Impressive. Lets not forget his Super Slur ability and his Hangover-inducing eye-beams. What a hero.

623. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167985 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:08 pm

TheTruthID-

If your answer is, there are only a few and they are not highly regarded, I must admit you would be avoiding the question.


So by disagreeing with you, we would be avoiding the question? Interesting.

The answer is simple. Religion. If there was no religious stake in proving Creationism and a young earth,there would be no "controversy".

And yes, there are only a few, and they are not highly respected. Michael Behe would be a good example of this.

624. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167971 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:01 pm

Remnant-

Now a question for you. If you have children, do you read the Bible to them and discuss it with them?


I don't have kids, Remnant (I am 24). Even if I did, I would not sit and read the Bible to them, no more than I would the Qu'ran or the Torah.

However, that is not to say that I will raise them as atheists. I will allow them to make up their own minds.

just as should be done in the public indoctrination centers


Are you talking about schools here? This sounds like an interesting attitude. Do your children refer to teachers as "change agents"?

625. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167831 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 11:12 am

MaxD-

are the answers not at the bottom of comment 1043?

626. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167830 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 11:10 am

Remnant-

I notice you didn't answer my question in 3774. Don't worry. It'll be waiting for you when you get back...

627. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167816 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 10:58 am

MaxD-

he has responded!

628. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167814 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 10:57 am

Remnant-

I am against brainwashing children with theories and and speculations and intentionally withholding information that does not support those theories and facts. I am against indoctrinating children by showing them only one side and censoring free and open discussion of opposing thought.


So by this logic, when children are taught in Sunday school about Jesus, they should also be taught that not everyone agrees with this. Where they are taught about Creationism and a Young Earth, they should also be told about evolution, and the Big Bang. After all, this will promote discussion and avoid censorship of opposing thought.

If I am wrong, tell me why.

629. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167717 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 9:29 am

If you want to deny Christ, that is your free will choice but to try and destroy the faith of innocent children is evil. The Lord spoke about that and I am sure He will will have much more to say about that at judgment day.


See, I was right.

EDIT- Gr8hands- fix your italics.

630. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167709 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 9:24 am

Remnant-

Thank you for you rubbish but I'll pass.


I doubt it. I predict you'll keep going for a while yet.

631. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167701 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 9:17 am

If anyone is trying to restrict choice, it is atheists like you that try to destroy the faith of other people's children with satan's lies that you believe. You and Eve have a lot in common


That's why Steve looks so familiar!

Remnant, I've said it before and I'll say it again. You talk rubbish.

632. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167626 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 8:13 am

5keptical-

it's more about having somewhere where we can talk about issues without being interrupted by and having to respond to Creationists. That's not to say that there's an unwillingness to engage with critics. I think in one of his earlier comments Steve Zara said something about the topics that the space might be used for.

633. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167621 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 8:09 am

Remnant-

Rather than worrying about others state of salvation, I suggest you focus on yours by seeking the truth


You aren't being asked these questions because the posters are concerned about "others state of salvation". You're being asked them to establish what your views are, and to highlight the inconsistencies in said views.

Also:

The question I have for you is why are you concerned about others when you have heard the Gospel and, I assume, have not placed your faith in Christ?


You don't need to be Christian to be concerned about others.

634. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167582 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 7:20 am

seeker_of_truth-

I hope you don't mind me adding a question to the two that Epeeist put to you. This question is contingent on your answer to Epeeist's, so feel free to ignore it if it is irrelevant.

If you are a supporter of Intelligent Design, can I ask what you believe are the scientifically testable predictions of ID?

635. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167572 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 7:09 am

Al-

thanks. I thought it would be beneficial for my worshippers to get a closer look at the face of a true god. :)

I agree, it is frustrating. The problem is people often focus on the insults and ignore the context behind it.

636. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167570 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 7:06 am

lol mahmood-

another thing to consider is that most of the insults only occur after we start getting threatened with eternal damnation, and accused of being wilfully ignorant.

637. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167544 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 6:45 am

Maybe some posters are too quick to step in with the insults, I don't know. But behind a lot of the insults is frustration with trolls who show no interest in debate, instead flinging about ad-homs and Bible quotes like they have any relevance to what is being discussed. I think that needs to be kept in mind.

638. Responses to 'Gods and Earthlings' by Richard Dawkins

Comment #167532 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 6:28 am

Steve-

What I meant was no understanding of science.


Ah, okay. Your post had me worried for a moment!

639. Responses to 'Gods and Earthlings' by Richard Dawkins

Comment #167511 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 5:47 am

Steve-

I am intrigued as to why people who aren't scientists feel they have any kind of ability to comment on scientific subjects


What do you mean by this? I have no scientific background, but I talk about scientific issues, most recently the post to Kardashovel on wormholes. Is there a distinction?

640. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167461 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 4:28 am

One can set up a restricted blog on blogger in seconds. I am not saying that is the right approach, but my impression is that the fora are too heavyweight. I find it difficult to find my way around them and search for things.


I tend to agree. It's harder to navigate around the forums, whereas here you can very easily keep track of who has commented where and what the newest threads are.

Using Blogger it's easy enough to set up a restricted-access blog as Steve said, and it can also be configured to allow multiple posters, so anyone would be able to start a topic if they so wished.

I do think Blogger is a better option than the forums, if only because it's easier to use, and more accessible. Just my opinion, though.

641. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167429 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 3:12 am

Geoff-

to answer your questions:

Yes.
No.
No.

And thanks!

642. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167427 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 3:07 am

Paula-

if that were to happen it might be better to have several people, rather than just one, since that could be a bit of a workload. Perhaps those running it could be drawn from different time zones as well.

643. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167422 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:57 am

Varghese2go-

who are you talking to?

644. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167418 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:39 am

Roland-

perhaps I could have used a better word than literate. He can at least string sentences together and knows how to use a spell-checker, even if his assertions are just as nutty as Clearmind's.

645. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167413 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:31 am

Your icon is getting truly scary, by the way


Excellent. That's what I was going for!

646. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #167408 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 2:25 am

I've got to say that I do think it is a waste of time responding to Remnant. When confronted with his errors, he inevitably resorts to Scripture and insults. Unless he shows willingness to engage in proper debate, he should be treated as a slightly more literate Clearmind, and ignored.

647. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167385 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:27 am

Perhaps we could set up a private blog? Should not be too difficult to arrange. Invitations put out on fleabytes


Sounds like a good idea. If I'm welcome then I'd be interested.

648. Open Letter to a victim of Ben Stein's lying propaganda

Comment #167368 by Quetzalcoatl on April 24, 2008 at 1:05 am

TheTruth ID-

Looks like ID wins again, which it usually does in debates. This is because evolution THEORY is so idiotic, the only defense an evolutionist has is to make personal attacks.


I haven't read all of the thread, so apologies if you've already been asked this, but I have a question.

What are the scientifically testable predictions of Intelligent Design Theory?

649. Lynchings in Congo as penis theft panic hits capital

Comment #166966 by Quetzalcoatl on April 23, 2008 at 2:11 pm

Al-rawandi-

I have a guess. A couple of guys were smoking a little too much of a special weed, and got confused. The rest of them are just superstitious twits.

650. Lying for Jesus?

Comment #166957 by Quetzalcoatl on April 23, 2008 at 2:06 pm

Remnant-

just give it up.

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