Friday, April 11, 2003

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Having all the answers

Okay, here's the thing. If you want to have a discussion with me about religion, but you're arguing from a position that your answers are immutable because God gave you a feeling that told you so, then we may as well not talk at all. It's just a waste of my time and yours.

I mean, you're putting the cart before the horse. Your conclusion dictates the shape your evidence will take, not vice versa. Any argument I offer is pointless, so why should I bother saying anything? Discussion is a two-way street, with an exchange of ideas and mutual consideration. It's not a lecture. If you can't have a discussion, fuck off.

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