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I am a theist, what do you think of my proof for God existing?
RE: I am a theist, what do you think of my proof for God existing?
(October 28, 2016 at 11:47 am)Whateverist Wrote:
(October 28, 2016 at 4:42 am)Mariosep Wrote: So, I have in my mind the thought of the concept of God, namely, that in concept God is first and foremost the creator and operator of the universe and man and everything with a beginning.

That is no proof for His existence, but with that concept we can proceed to the reality of existence outside our mind. to search for all instances of causation which are evidence of the existence and operation of God, in concept first and foremost the creator and operator of the universe and man and everything with a beginning.

Well, I am or should I be astonished that you do not have any idea of god at all?


Hello Mariosep.  I'm an atheist and I too have a concept of what it is that supports god belief.  You see, the only unequivocal fact regarding gods is that people have believed in them and held them in high regard in many places for a very long time.  So I for one think that needs an explanation less glib than "people were dumb, now we're smart".  So I am very happy to discuss the phenomenon of god belief with you and share with you my theory which preserves a good deal of dignity to its practitioners if you like.  But I suspect you are intent on discussing "God" as something real in itself, outside of the relationship which people have with it.  I confess that doesn't much interest me as I feel certain it is a dead end.  But many atheists too prefer to discuss gods on the same terms as you, as literal things in themselves.  So I'm sure you can find that conversation here too with someone.  It's just that literal gods and their worshipers look pretty silly from a godless perspective.

Ah... the psychology of belief...
A fascinating subject! Although it's one that believers usually fail to grasp properly.
It's not easy to psychoanalyze oneself.

Even therapists require other therapists.
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RE: I am a theist, what do you think of my proof for God existing? - by pocaracas - October 28, 2016 at 11:58 am

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