Positive Atheism

[Eilonnwy]

When I first looked at the poll, I thought it meant positive as in upbeat, not nihilistic, happy aspects of atheism (I.e, what positive things do you get out of being an atheist) Which I definitely say yes!

Then I realized you meant more of the strong atheist position. I still say yes, and I say yes because the discussion of positive atheism is not about what you know but what you believe. Can you absolutely prove there are no gods anywhere? No. Can you believe there are no gods anywhere? yes. Can you reasonably back up your position for your belief to be possible? I think you can.

We always get stuck on this notion of absolute truth/knowledge, which I think we can agree is an unattainable endeavor. However, I think if you look at the science, look at the arguments for god and consider them carefully, you can come to your own conclusion that you believe there are no Gods. It may be hard to convince another person, but I don't think it's impossible.