My argument for atheism +

[BrianSoddingBoru4]

Nobody needs an argument for atheism.

All theists need an argument for theism--if they are to be rational--but they rarely give a proper one.

And even when they do--arguably--give a so-called 'proper' one ... it's nevertheless invalid. Even when it's a 'decent' attempt.

Actually, arguments are needed for strong or positive atheism.  This is the claim 'Gods do not exist.'  It differs from weak or negative atheism which is, 'I do not believe that gods exist,' for which arguments are unnecessary.

It's like the difference between 'Coffee is bad for you' and 'I don't like coffee'.  If no arguments are presented for the former, the proposition is at the least suspect and at the most untenable.  The latter is an opinion, which can stand without being justified.

That being said, it is important to remember that people who don't like coffee are to be treated with suspicion, as they are probably stinking Commies, as well as pigeon fanciers.

Boru