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A child always comes into the world knowing a lot. Of course, nobody bothers to ask a child anything. We, as adults, believe falsely that a child knows nothing. That's too bad. Immanuel (known as Jesus in many religions) speaks frequently about a child's knowledge. What if mothers and fathers took the time to ask a child, just when they start to speak, the following questions: Who are you? Where did you come from? Why are you here? If the child meets your questions with silence, then you have lost nothing - it is what you expected. But what if you receive answers? Are you ready to believe ...

Building on the foundation of "Deconstructing Religion," Derrick Day plumbs new depths by discussing religion's (particularly christianity's) relationship with sexism, racism, politics, and money. Day also takes on how quantum physics provides plausible explanations for spirituality, and how flirting with atheism is essential to religious deconstruction.

Drew Avery guides you to a “basecamp” of sensible, logical, rational faith. A place where you—the agnostic, the “none,” the “spiritual”—can leave vagueness behind. A place where you may find new purpose and the needed strength to live a better life and to help make a better world.

The GOD Soliloquy is a truly uncommon guide to Joyful Living here and in the hereafter!It is uncommon because it dares ask that vital question that most people never dare to ask! “What if everything we have been taught to believe about this World and about God is all wrong?” Remember that all the holy books ever written about God and this World were written when people were ignorant of even the most basic laws of the world! Because they were written during the Age of Ignorance, these tomes were full of contradictions, superstitions and fantasy. In the GOD Soliloquy, God speaks out ...

A bold philosophical defense of existential nihilism based on modern science. * * * When we imagine a machine, the result is always something close to a mechanical system that works by itself. It doesn’t bother us to think that it’s nothing beyond that. But how do we feel when we imagine ourselves as a machine? Empty. We have the feeling that something is missing. And what is missing? What’s there in a human that is missing in a machine? Illusion. The emptiness of the machine is the consciousness that our subjective world is a fiction; the consciousness that our humanity is a delirium...

Regarding your life and your brief existence on Earth, is that all there is? If you have ever felt that there is more here than an exclusively physical reality, you may be surprised to discover that scientific data from astronomy, quantum physics, biology, neuropsychology and cosmology actually confirms your intuition. With unusual clarity and humor, Dr. Shawn Adair Johnston reveals the utter failure of current science, based on an exclusively physical model of the universe, to account for the origin of the cosmos, human DNA, consciousness, free will or criminal behavior.

The primary objective of this book (Volume 1) is to provide a balanced and in-depth examination of Islam by presenting viewpoints from both believers, who consider it a complete divine religion, and nonbelievers, particularly atheists, who argue that it is a human construct designed with motives of persuasion and intimidation to serve personal and political interests.

A towering figure in American literature, Norman Mailer here explores his concept of the nature of God. In a series of probing, challenging, and uncommon dialogues, Mailer establishes his own system of belief, one that rejects both organized religion and atheism. He presents a view in which our world is created by an artistic God who often succeeds but can also fail in the face of determined opposition by contrary powers in the universe.

I see Christianity, as we know it today, as an outgrowth of mostly one mind and one perspective and that is the mind and perspective of Paul the apostle who was the alter-ego for another man who lived and wrote in the AD 80s and AD 90s. What I have discovered is that Paul, in writing about himself, is not writing about philosophy and movements that were later molded into a world religion; he is writing firstly about the very real events in which he participated, and only secondarily about his own singular effort to concoct a new religious perspective.

In the depths of modern life, humanity’s quest for understanding and purpose continues as we gaze at the cosmos, pondering our place within it. In this search for truth, a new scripture emerges, bridging science and spirituality to offer profound insights and guidance. This modern-day Holy Bible explores the interconnectedness of human existence, space, infinite universes, and dimensions. It reveals how ancient spiritual wisdom aligns with cutting-edge scientific discoveries, guiding listeners to uncover the secrets of the universe and the purpose of their souls.

Selling Salvation: The Fine Line Between Faith and Fraud Unmask the lucrative underworld where faith and exploitation collide in Selling Salvation. This eye-opening exposé delves deep into the shadowy practices of religious fraud, unraveling the schemes that prey on trust and devotion. From high-profile televangelists to local cult-like operations, this book unveils the tactics used to manipulate the faithful for financial gain. You will get a thorough run-down on the likes of Benny Hinn, Tony Alamo, L. Ron Hubbard, and Herbert W. Armstrong to Paula White, Joel Osteen, Kenneth Copeland, ...

Believing in a religion is a personal commitment. Unfortunately, this personal commitment often requires followers to recruit others. Religious people have been known to push their beliefs onto others; many religions even require it. This places substantial pressure on us who don’t believe. You may have found yourself in a church pew on Sunday simply to avoid the argument. By applying science, reason, logic, psychology, and the experiences of atheist defenders worldwide, this book will help you stand your ground. Throughout this book, you’re presented with several of the most common ...

My primary objective is to offer a thorough and balanced exploration of Islam, a religion often perceived as a divine and absolute truth applicable to all times and contexts. This work seeks to present both supporting and opposing viewpoints, grounded in evidence and logical reasoning from each perspective.

Unlock the secrets of atheism: find out why millions are choosing reason over tradition—and how this choice can empower your life like never before. Being An Atheist: The Truth Revealed, presents a bold and unflinching exploration of the claims made by religious believers, and meticulously dismantles their arguments with the use of truth, reason and evidence. Go with the author as he navigates the complex landscape of faith and reason, guiding you through a remarkable journey of discovery. With each page, you will uncover compelling evidence that debunks long-held beliefs and reveals the ...

Introduction: Dialogues at the Crossroads of Belief In an increasingly diverse world, where opinions span a vast spectrum and beliefs intermingle more than ever, dialogues about faith and atheism are commonplace. The discourse between believers and non-believers has existed for centuries, but today, the conversations are more nuanced, enriched by science, philosophy, and cultural shifts. "How to Win an Argument With an Atheist" is not a guide to 'defeating' someone in debate, but rather a tool to foster understanding, provide sound reasoning, and bridge the gap between two seemingly opposed...

A deeply personal and heart-breaking memoir that explores the troubled relationship between Mary Garden and her younger sister, Anna, who died in 2023 after a short illness. Mary unpacks her life of growing up in New Zealand in the 1950s and ’60s, before making Australia home. She reveals complex layers of intergenerational trauma, including the baggage of her eccentric, deeply flawed father and the secret her mother kept from all of them, revealed only after her death. Mary deals movingly with her sister’s long battle with mental illness and how she once saved Anna’s life.

Theism or Atheism, published in 1921, examines not only arguments for and against the existence of God, but also the practical usefulness of such a concept. The author writes, “Atheism would mean in practice an enormous concentration of energy upon purely human affairs, and a judgment of conduct in terms of human happiness and prosperity.”

Essays from humanist freethinker, Chris Highland, explore the boundaries of belief. Includes chapters on: Freedom of Thought is Good for All; Who Builds and Buttresses the Boundaries of Belief?; Can You Be evangelical without being an Evangelical?; Sacraments, Screens and a Spirituality of Separation; Love the Believer, Hate the Beliefs?; Shining a Light on the Good Things We Do; Not for the Faint of Faith; Crazy for God; African Nativity: Stories of Refuge and Refugees; Pickpocketing, Freethinking and Breaking a Leg; Spinning with Spinoza; Charles Chesnutt’s Vision; Temple of Science, ...

Extraordinary Popular Delusions of Our Times is a modern sequel to Charles Mackay's 1841 literary classic "Extraordinary Popular Delusions and the Madness of Crowds." Mackay wrote about the tulip bulb mania and the poor sailor who mistook a priceless bulb for an onion and ate it for breakfast. He wrote about alchemy, which was practiced with all seriousness by great thinkers of the time like Thomas Aquinas and Roger Bacon.

I grew up in the Assembly of God, product of small town charismatic Pentecostal pastors, terrifying televangelists and a rod not spared. My flavor of fundamentalism demanded love of a detestable deity and condemned critical thought, inflicting it’s scars with both the message and its mediators. Evangelist apologist in youth, tormented by purity culture and grasping at a Rapture pass, I couldn’t compartmentalize my thinking anymore at age 22, and left the Evangelicals. My journey from faith began with growing intrigue in the natural world, gnawing need to understand history, and ...