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Atheist post rejecting religious belief sparks online debate
Original: Theists: I simply don't believe your invisible friend is real. Why would I? Because of an ancient book of anonymous stor
A blunt challenge to religious believers is drawing attention online: the writer says he does not believe in God, arguing that an ancient book of anonymous stories and childhood indoctrination are not sufficient evidence for extraordinary claims. The message reflects a common secular critique of faith, framing belief as inherited rather than rationally justified, and it is resonating with like-minded users while likely provoking pushback from the religious.
Why now: Debates between atheists and theists about evidence and faith routinely generate strong engagement on social media.
Evidence
- Theists: I simply don't believe your invisible friend is real. Why would I? Because of an ancient book of anonymous stories? Because indoctrinated people indoctrinated me as a child? None of it can convince a rational person that your extraordinary claims are true.… · tomcapuder@universeodon.com · 2
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