RE: Atheism and Purpose
August 7, 2010 at 9:23 am
(This post was last modified: August 7, 2010 at 9:49 am by Spencer.)
I hope to leave the space I rent, when I die, in just a little better condition than it was when I was born into it. Thats as close to a meaning to life Ive got. But until then, Ill bring the beer, you bring the cups and lets enjoy the time we're here!
Ive never disagreed with a statement more than this one. I live my life for my kids, family, and the community in which I live! They bring and give me more in my life than any mythical creature has.
Well it seemed apparent that you were attempting to say that we simply couldnt have a purpose in life because we don't believe in gods. (I use 'we' loosely because everyone varies in their opinions.) Thus no god = no reason to live.
Also I apologize if im touching on topics already answered or responded to, I am still reading my way through this thread.
Wish I could give you double kudos on this one. =)
Edward, If everything needs a purpose to be meaningful as you seem to think then what was your purpose in seeking out these forums and discussing this topic with us? How has it enhanced your life?
(August 6, 2010 at 4:51 pm)Edward the Theist Wrote: Y'all may be right: life may have no purpose whatsoever. In fact, it's easier to live life if it has no purpose, because then you don't have to live up to a purpose.
Ive never disagreed with a statement more than this one. I live my life for my kids, family, and the community in which I live! They bring and give me more in my life than any mythical creature has.
(August 6, 2010 at 4:51 pm)Edward the Theist Wrote: All I asked is whether you noticed that freedom or not. It's almost more telling that everyone dogpiled in to register their "no" vote as quick as they could. Adrian up there posted "no," I think, before I actually published my post!
Well it seemed apparent that you were attempting to say that we simply couldnt have a purpose in life because we don't believe in gods. (I use 'we' loosely because everyone varies in their opinions.) Thus no god = no reason to live.
Also I apologize if im touching on topics already answered or responded to, I am still reading my way through this thread.
(August 6, 2010 at 5:00 pm)Paul the Human Wrote:(August 6, 2010 at 4:51 pm)Edward the Theist Wrote: All I asked is whether you noticed that freedom or not.
Oh yes... we are well aware that we (atheists) are free from superstition and dogma. We are well aware that we are free to live our lives without fear. We are well aware that we are free to live our lives as we see fit and that personal happiness comes from within ourselves and from each other (people in general, not just atheists). We have the freedom you talked about and, yes, we are aware of it.
Does that answer your question?
(EDIT: Let me add that the freedom you speak of is not why I am an atheist, but it is a nice side effect.)
Wish I could give you double kudos on this one. =)
Edward, If everything needs a purpose to be meaningful as you seem to think then what was your purpose in seeking out these forums and discussing this topic with us? How has it enhanced your life?
