Does atheism inspire people?

[Zen Badger]

I think this is related to life having a meaning and purpose. Anyone who thinks life has no meaning is unlikely to produce great art, unless of course it is depicting the meaningless nature of existence. Religious thinking sees meaning and purpose which is conducive to creating great art. The problem for the atheist is that ultimately life has no meaning. If you then say that you create your own meaning, that is the definition of delusional thinking, unless you truly believe in your own meaning..which is putting you in the realm of faith, faith in no God.

And what meaning to life do you think religion gives?

That when you die you can look forward to an eternal monotony of constantly praising god.

I can hardly wait

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Please correct me then; Are you saying that Religion has simply provided the focus for great pieces of art, but the artists would have created amazing pieces of art anyway. Confirm or deny?

Deny. Religion is more than simply a focus, it is the impetus. Religion induces the mind to open to the transcendent, where all great art is derived from. So whilst not essential it is most definitely positive in its effect.

Bullshit, religion induces the mind to unquestioning servitude and blind obedience.

Nothing else.