Theists: What is the most compelling argument you have heard for Atheism?

[Brian37]

Personally, people who read the canon in order from start to finish are ill-advised. That may leave you with a basic biblical timeline, which is a good thing, but also leads to much confusion. The texts have to be read both forwards and backwards to draw out all the foreshadowing and typology. My favorite technique is finding a common phrase, consulting a concordance, and then comparing how it is used in each instance. The texts open up in unexpected ways to reveal hidden themes and allusions threading their way through the narrative. These threads tie the stories together just as Jesus said, "If you believed Moses then you would believe me..." (John 5:46) I find that approach more helpful than the typical topical approaches most bible study groups use. Those seem more like proof-texting clubs. I'd be happy to share videos of some study groups that take that approach, albeit from a Swedenborgian perspective, for anyone who is interested.

Just another bullshit response.  "I read the bible, but still don't buy it."  "You're reading it in the wrong direction!"

"When I get to the bottom I go back to the top of the slide
Where I stop and I turn and I go for a ride
Till I get to the bottom and I see you again"


"Niaga ouy ees I dna mottob eht ot teg I llit
edir a rof og I dna nrut I dna pots I erehw
edils eht fo pot eht ot kcab og I mottob eht ot teg I nehw"

Backwards makes as much sense as forward. Gibberish both directions.