Rationally proving rationality

[Norfolk And Chance]

In order to understand one's own argument they must understand their opponent's fully. That is why I posted this thread. I was a staunch atheist until I came across this question. I figured that I could post it on here to see other atheist's opinions on the topic. My point is not to prove or disprove the existence of a deity, although if this is true then it has implications against the support for the non-existence of God.

I understand that many religious individuals are close-minded and naive about their beliefs, which often corresponds with perceived stupidity. I beg you not to consider me in this category. I simply wish to further strengthen my stance of atheism by answering this question. If you can't understand the question then I apologize, but don't attack me for having an alternative motive, please.

Thanks,
Perhaps

Well OK, you "was" an atheist and the opening statement gave you pause for thought.

Well lets examine the statement. First of all can I say I read it and it didn't make me question anything, because as far as I was concerned it was meaningless philosophical nonsense. How can you rationally prove that rational thinking is the best way to view the world? Does it need to be proven? You have rational thinking based on sound reason and logic, and you have irrational thinking? These two are polar opposites and cannot be equal. The person who made the statement also suggested that rational thought stems from intuition. Well it can do, but reason, logic and evidence help build rational thought.

Secondly, who said it and with what authority? Not that that would make nonsense become sense.

To me, it's a non question and I'm surprised it made you stop and think. Maybe I'm just thick, though.