Category Archives: Religion
Journalist Ron Rosenbaum castigates atheists as believers in a religion of science. I argue that he’s wrong. Continue reading
Many people can’t imagine life without God. But I have soundly rejected the concept. In honor of Christmas, here’s why. Continue reading
The theory of evolution is not responsible for Nazi bloodshed. Continue reading
As anyone who has opened a newspaper or watched the news over the past few years knows, the Islamic Republic of Iran has been pursuing nuclear capability. Iran’s government insists its only goal is to develop nuclear power plants that would not threaten anyone. The United Nations, though, is concerned Iran might instead covet nuclear weapons. The United States is convinced that is the case. In any event, for an aggressive and fanatical theocracy such as Iran to research nuclear … Continue reading
On December 25 of every year, a wonderous celebration takes place: We scarf down copious amounts of food, imbibe generous portions of alcohol, and give and receive presents in joyous approbation of the money, greed, free enterprise, industriousness, decadence, and gluttony that define our culture. We should do that; it promotes recognizance of what we are, which is a good thing. But let’s stop calling the day on which we indulge in a capitalist wet dream “Christmas.” Jesus Christ, from … Continue reading
Many religious believers claim God gives life meaning; without God, life would be meaningless. But I argue the contrary: We all make our own meaning. And, since there’s nothing but our actions and choices, that makes them all the more important. Continue reading
In San Francisco, California, U.S. District Judge Lawrence Karlton has ruled compulsory recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in public schools is unconstitutional. Next, the case will go to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which ruled against “under God” in the Pledge a few years ago, and then to the United States Supreme Court, which ducked the “under God” issue before, but now won’t be able to do so. The last time the American court system grappled with “under … Continue reading
When accepting an award, noting a milestone, eating a meal, or celebrating general life, something many people do is thank God. That might seem like the act of a good and humble person. After all, Christianity maintains God forged this world and continues looking down beneficently on humanity. Shouldn’t we be grateful for the richness and happiness this provides our lives? Yes, to a point. For those who believe in God to thank him for the overall health of the … Continue reading
