The burden of proof

[Ace Otana]

Padraic -

The burden of proof is a handy excuse for lazy people to not venture outside of their belief system, by demanding that the other side does what should be their work (seeking the truth, one way or the other) for them.

Even though you have already been banned for being a complete twat, I might as well post one last reply to your stupidity.

It would be handy and convenient if the theist wasn't expected to provide evidence for his/her claims. Thing is, they are expected to at least provide some evidence for their claims since it's not down to the non-believer to prove or disprove anything. You say atheists have belief systems (even though you fail to explain about that) and that we're lazy (even though the burden of proof is on the claimer). Many times theists try to avoid the burden of proof by throwing it off themselves and onto others who claim nothing. This is largely because they know they cannot provide evidence, so instead of admitting that, they try to avoid the burden of proof altogether. Doesn't work though. You claim it, you prove it.
Argument over.

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Thanks for banning this guy Adrian. It was a welcome relief to see his name crossed out when I signed on this morning. I found his lack of effort in a proper discussion and lack of interest in a reasonable debate annoying. Not to mention his sheer stupidity.