(May 31, 2012 at 6:13 am)StatCrux Wrote: Christianity and religion have inspired great works of art, poetry and literature. Is there any evidence of atheism inspiring anyone to create anything? Even if religion or belief in God are delusional the power to inspire people to great things is unquestionable. I can't think of any poetry, art, music or literature inspired by atheism..
True. But you misunderstand what atheism is. You can't draw a picture of disbelief in things. I think there have been interesting literature about disbelief wither it is great or not is a matter of opinion.
You also seem to miss out that there are many things that inspire people. Not just religion. If you went to a gallery you would find most paintings are not inspired by religion. Same as if you went to a library most books are not religious or inspired by religion.
You also have to note the many horrific things inspired by religion such as the crusades, witch burnings and even recently murders and suicide bombings. It also inspires homophobia, sexism and divides humanity.