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Message for all theists
#61
RE: Message for all theists
To be fair, the bias of the researcher is usually the least of the problems with studies on the efficacy of prayer Chad. The same is true of 5ths study, it isn't the researcher, it's sampling size. Efficacy of prayer isn't the researcher, its the nature of the claim, the structure of the experiment, and confirmation bias (oftentimes completely unintentional and not part of the researchers own personal bent). Coming up with a quality experiment ain't easy.
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#62
RE: Message for all theists
Especially with such complex issues as healing and intelligence. There are multiple levels to consider.
It still didn't require hostility - he was addressing me, not you, and obviously I don't have a problem handling whatever he dishes out.
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#63
RE: Message for all theists
Quote:Because theists are stupid.


Well, by definition they believe in magic. I mean, really.

As the http://www.whywontgodhealamputees.com/ people point out, all "god" would have to do is grow back one amputated limb to fully functional status and much doubt would dissipate.

Hell, I'd even be willing to throw in a few prayers for that test.
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#64
RE: Message for all theists
Min., you are quite aware that god only cures people in ways that are indistinguishable from natural causes. If he grew an amputee's arm back he wouldn't get to play games with our beliefs.
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#65
RE: Message for all theists
I'm still waiting for an answer Chad, why does posting a graphic get me called arrogant and earn your contempt? Are you afraid to answer?
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#66
RE: Message for all theists
(March 12, 2012 at 8:43 pm)Phil Wrote: I'm still waiting for an answer Chad, why does posting a graphic get me called arrogant and earn your contempt? Are you afraid to answer?

I had a visceral response to the post that linked to a study. Clearly my ire was misdirected.
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#67
RE: Message for all theists
(March 12, 2012 at 2:08 pm)Faith No More Wrote: Min., you are quite aware that god only cures people in ways that are indistinguishable from natural causes. If he grew an amputee's arm back he wouldn't get to play games with our beliefs.

Good point. God works in mysterious and mind-numbingly stupid ways.
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