(April 23, 2018 at 4:28 am)Jehanne Wrote:(April 22, 2018 at 11:24 pm)RoadRunner79 Wrote: So then, are you saying that we can just dismiss anything because of this?
If there is no evidence for "it", then, yes. For instance, I think that it is probable that ET exists, but if a systematic survey of the sky was conducted and no evidence for ET was found, then, yes, I would conclude that ET may simply not exist, even though ET is completely a natural phenomenon. If god exists, what expectations can we have for the existence of such a being (or, beings)? You are of the mindset that there can be no expectations whatsoever, and for you, that's okay, but for me, it's not. I cannot see how your belief in god is any different than believing in fairies.
Ok... but the issue is; (and where this all started) that you are now making a claim, and have a burden of proof towards that claim. What you are saying is not just a mere passive lack of belief.
If you would like to make your case, against whatever, then, go ahead.
Also, I think you are incorrect on your expectations of what my mindset is. I would focus on your arguments and let me speak for myself.
It is said that an argument is what convinces reasonable men and a proof is what it takes to convince even an unreasonable man. - Alexander Vilenkin
If I am shown my error, I will be the first to throw my books into the fire. - Martin Luther
If I am shown my error, I will be the first to throw my books into the fire. - Martin Luther
