Religions of the Temp

[Sop]

I is Buddhist because I like to follow religions but can't be bothered getting into arguments about creationism, god, evolution etc. And Buddhism has never been forced on anyone, unlike many other religions.

 

[Transdude1996]

I'm a Christian, enough said.

 

[Gahars]

I didn't understand the completely dismissal of a creator.

Everything would become subjective (do anything you want to) and may possibly make everything
ultimately pointless.

Are we made here by chance/accident?

Everything is pointless. Haven't you read your Camus?

Seriously though, I get this question a lot, and I get where you're coming from. Still, I'd say that the lack of any preordained meaning makes life all the more meaningful. The universe may be cold, vast, and, sure, meaningless, but that doesn't mean life is nothing but despair and hopelessness. Rather, it's up to each of us to find our own meaning, our own point; the world is our oyster, and the universe is our canvas.

That's just my personal take on the matter, though.

EDIT: Oh, and before I forget: Chance/Accident

Now, I know a lot of people say that the odds necessary to foster life are astronomically low; they'll argue that it doesn't make sense that the conditions for life on Earth could just "happen" or come about naturally.

The thing is, though, "low odds" doesn't mean impossible. It just means it's rare. When you have billions upon billions of planets in the galaxy, statistically speaking, at least a few are bound to get it right. We just happen to live in one of the million "successes".

 

[kupo3000]

Raised catholic (baptism, communion, confirmed), then evangelical for 1-2 years and now an atheist.
Reading the bible, researching comparative religion, history and science is what basically turned me into an atheist.
You simply realize and just come to a reasonable conclusion, that's all.

 

[Engert]

Raised catholic (baptism, communion, confirmed), then evangelical for 1-2 years and now an atheist.
Reading the bible, researching comparative religion, history and science is what basically turned me into an atheist.
You simply realize and just come to a reasonable conclusion, that's all.

Im like this guy but i wasnt raised catholic. My parents were atheists. So being curious i went in the church when i was about 10 and that made me more atheist by 13.

 

[2ndApex]

Buddhist.

It annoys me when atheists on the internet go on their anti-religion rants because almost everything doesn't apply to Buddhism at all.

 

[tatripp]

After seeing this thread actually going pretty well, I am going to post my views.

I was actually raised by a non-practicing Roman Catholic family, who didn't really believe in forcing their views on people. In fact even as a child, I was not forced into anything I didn't want to be part of and even encouraged to explore and study regions to best understand them and possibly find my own. I have researched and read almost every religious book out there and even done countless interviews with people of those religions. For the most part I really saw the good in them as I saw the bad, but all and all started to see why some religions worked for some and not for all. Thus I did incorporate some parts of those religions into my philosophy, but overall I was basically an Atheist, with a bit of a twist. I did find one Philosophy that reflected me almost perfectly and that was LaVeyan Satanism.
Obviously I don't talk much about it because most people are scared away from the name and often misunderstand it.

But personally I find religion is a personal thing with a personal connection to everyone. I believe that all religions are as right as they are wrong, but the bigger picture isn't right or wrong, it's what works for you. I think that if believing in a God(s), spirits, ect. works for you and your not hurting anyone or forcing it on people, then more power to you. If you don't believe in anything and you are happy with your life and not forcing that on anyone, then more power to you as well. I personally think diversity is what makes everyone human and makes us all interesting and unique.

I don't want to be that guy but why Satanism? By nature, Satanism is intolerant and obviously an offensive parody. It is named after the tempter and the most evil being of creation. In the article you posted, it mentions that it is somewhat founded based on principles of Ayn Rand. Have you ever read any of her philosophy? She is absolutely nuts. Not only does she contradict herself multiple times, but she also quotes characters from her stories as if they were authorities on the matter. Try reading the first chapter of The Virtue of Selfishness called "Objectivist Ethics" and you will see her philosophy crumble. It starts to make points, but fails when she questions them especially when she starts talking about the goodwill of mankind. The article also mentions Friedrich Nietzsche who was driven mad by his ridiculously prideful philosophy. Never before had such a frail and fragile man believed he had so much power.

Edit: I just want to say that I do have a lot of respect for Catboy's intelligence and I often look to him as an authority on any thread where he comments about games and computer things which are way past my knowledge.

 

[Maxternal]

It starts

I recommend taking a deep, calming breath before deciding to answer that post.
(I'm not sure if it was meant that way, but I can see someone getting defensive at this point.)

 

[J-Machine]

let's hope that shirt didn't hit the fan. in the meantime...

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[Ethevion]

Roman Catholic here, although I'm not sure why this matters. We're all gamers here and that should be enough to bring us together, not our religions.

 

[dickfour]

I'm an atheist but I'm rooting for God

 

[ars25]

i am a catholic (baptism,confirmed) i really don't care about religion. parents don't really force me or my brother to go unless it a really big thing. all though i am catholic i don't believe in god as the creator of everything or believe his existence. i do believe there is something out there though.

 

[TripleSMoon]

I'm an atheist but I'm rooting for God

??

 

[Densetsu]

I don't want to be that guy but why Satanism?

That is a legit question. I'll give Catboy a chance to explain his reasons (if he so wishes), but we are not here to poke holes in other peoples' respective beliefs. If you do not agree with him, do not shoot his reasons down in an attempt to make him see things your way.

The same question could be turned around to say "why Christianity?" or "why Islam?" or "why any religion at all?" In any case, following such questions with a list of discrepancies and negatives is a surefire way to invite unwelcome conversation. Even if the person you're directly asking is able to hold a calm conversation, someone is going to get defensive and irrational.

I just want to say that I had no idea Catboy delved in Satanism until now. All this time I have considered him a friend and an equal, and his religious beliefs do not change how I think about him.

 

[Deleted_171835]

I'm an atheist but I'm rooting for God

Wait if you're an atheist, shouldn't you be on the other side of that spectrum considering that if you're wrong and the God in the Abrahamic religions exists, you're doomed to an eternity in hell.

 

[ComeTurismO]

I am a Muslim, who follows Islam.
I just want to say that people who hate our religion, are people who I don't care about. Instead of replying to them with hateful comments, and etc, it would ruin our religions name. I'm a peace-making Islamic guy, and I respect everyone, who has a different belief.
And one thing I don't understand is why do people call every Muslim a terrorist? It's really weird to me. People are forgetting that people did it, not the whole group of Muslims. And those who terrorize aren't even called Muslim.

 

[Sychophantom]

i am a catholic (baptism,confirmed) i really don't care about religion. parents don't really force me or my brother to go unless it a really big thing. all though i am catholic i don't believe in god as the creator of everything or believe his existence. i do believe there is something out there though.

Wait, what?

Before my head explodes with trying to figure out how someone can call themselves a Catholic and not believe in God, I'll just toss out what I am and leave the thread in peace.


I generally fall into the category of Humanist with a side order of Discordianism.. I find all religions fascinating and like several aspects of many, but ultimately believe that religion is a nice hobby if you have the time and inclination, and I have neither.

Discussions of the afterlife always amuse me, for much the same reason. I believe it is pointless to worry about what comes next when dealing with the here and now is...well, here and now.

Fare thee well.

 

[NeoSupaMario]

It starts

I recommend taking a deep, calming breath before deciding to answer that post.
(I'm not sure if it was meant that way, but I can see someone getting defensive at this point.)

That said, before you guys get into a debate, let's try and keep our cool (yes, I realize where I am posting this) and discuss our opinions like civilized people. No flaming, trolling, etc. please.

 

[stinkoman]

I'm atheist, pretty firm in my nonbelief but not really against others believing anymore.
But depending on who you ask I'm discordian.

 

[Prophet]

Platonist. I don't believe in a God, per se. Instead I believe in the universal Good, which can be thought of as the organizing principle and motivating force of the universe.