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I hope other new people on this board aren't scared off because of this discussion.
I suppose that's possible, but I tend to doubt it...
Discussions like this always inflame passions. Faith and belief go beyond the "rational"...it is a basic choice that changes everything. So when people try to get into a "rational" discussion and start using "reason" to persuade others of what is true or false, it all breaks down because of a disagreement on the basic premise of the argument. Some have made the leap of faith and some have not...they argue this topic from completely different places, and agreement is not possible.
What is possible is a peaceful acceptance of each other. I'm sorry to read so much hostility and sarcasm in this thread, even though it comes as no surprise.
Think about peace. It is a high priority in every religion (Jesus is often called the Prince of Peace) and usually a major cause among the non-religious as well.
It seems we all want it, but we have difficulty practicing it. If someone with long hair and colored glasses says it, it is usually viewed as a cheap sentiment that simply angers a lot of people...it is ridiculed as hippie propaganda. But it is what we all desire, deep down...to live without rancor and discord.
So I'll express it, and y'all can do what you like with it: Peace.
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