(July 23, 2018 at 9:24 am)Mathilda Wrote: I try not to be rude to people.
I find it upsets my targets a lot more to use terms like religionist, 'your god', christian with a lower c, and to ask awkward questions to point out flaws in what people think.
I don't see that as any more morally wrong than using offensive language. I personally get more offended by offensive ideas and respond in kind.
That's exactly right Mat.
I'm sure Hitler very professionally and politely asked his chain of command to turn on the gas...
Being polite doesn't make you a good person. And likewise, swearing doesn't make you a bad person.
It's all about the message. Don't shoot the postman ... Fallacy #1
No God, No fear.
Know God, Know fear.
Know God, Know fear.
