I haven't read the whole of this thread and I don't pretend to have followed it but I must say that the OP raises a valid point. I have had numerous conversations about the existence of god, religious beliefs and such, with both people who are very into their religion and atheists. With those who are into their religion the conversation tends to end amicably, and with atheists it usually doesn't.
For the most part I would say that religious people trying to impress their views on others is an outdated notion, a stereotype, and one which atheists are increasingly, and sadly, beginning to fulfill. I often hear atheists state that religion is dangerous but in my opinion what is truly dangerous is a society in which everyone attempts to convert (or deconvert) each other. Live and let live is a motto which would serve everyone.
For the most part I would say that religious people trying to impress their views on others is an outdated notion, a stereotype, and one which atheists are increasingly, and sadly, beginning to fulfill. I often hear atheists state that religion is dangerous but in my opinion what is truly dangerous is a society in which everyone attempts to convert (or deconvert) each other. Live and let live is a motto which would serve everyone.
