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This is a big question; however, some theists do good things for society that they wouldn't do otherwise - although, some doubtless do bad things that they wouldn't do otherwise.
Atheism isn't a belief system, it's the absence of belief so it's unusual for people to do things because they are atheist. However, close to atheism is rationalism and trying to make rational decisions seems a sensible approach.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoTheists and atheists benefit society in exactly the same ways. Religion is not the basis for human interaction. The good that people do should not be characterized and categorized by their religious beliefs. In fact, religion does not affect the every day life of most people. There are teachers, civic leaders, law enforcement officers, soldiers, sailors, heads of corporations, pilots, architects, artists, inventors, intellectuals, farmers, writers, great thinkers, masons, carpenters, humanitarians, charitable organizations, community leaders, foster parents, doctors, scientists, researchers, archeologists and people from every walk of life in both categories. Our world view must go beyond a person's religious beliefs or lack thereof. We are all humans who share the planet. It is in our best interest to respect each other for our strengths.
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What is the word for the person who is neither theists nor atheists?
Secular
Who were the famous atheists in US who became theists?
All theists. Atheism is the default position; belief in a god must be taught.
What is the difference between atheists and theists?
Atheists do not believe in any gods or deities, while theists believe in one or more gods or deities. Atheists typically rely on reason, evidence, and science to form their beliefs, while theists often base their beliefs on faith and religious scriptures.
Are the Theist less likely to divorce than Atheists or is it the other way around?
Atheists have a lower divorce rate than theists. Atheists are less likely to divorce.
Why do atheists and theists believe there is a division between God and man?
Atheists do not believe there is a division between God and humanity since atheists lack any belief in gods they do not spend time thinking of such matters. A theist can answer the second part of the question.
Do vegans believe in God?
Veganism has no official stance on religion. Vegans can be theists, agnostics, or atheists.
Are humanists atheists or theists or agnostics?
Any of the above I would think, but I've met some who were deists.
What percentage of theists are there opposed to atheists?
Estimations for atheists range from a low 8% to a high 21%, so theists would be from 92% to 79%.Answer:The proportion of theists who are against atheists as opposed to thise with a "live and let live" attitude is not known. It would vary by religion (and sect in the religion), social background, education and personal attitude. Generally people who are comfortable in their beliefs (about themselves, their religion, their sexuality, their politics, etc.) do not have an aversion to other's positions.
What do you think of atheists?
This isn't really an opinion service! Atheists are people who don't believe in a god. Plenty of people don't believe, there is no evidence that atheists are better or worse than theists - it's easy to think of evil things done by atheists (Stalin) or theists (911 bombers) just as it's easy to think of good things done by atheists (Churchill, Bob Geldof, Betrand Russell) and theists (Ghandi).Views on atheists differ widely.Among the religious, atheists are many times used a symbol of moral decay of society. To the religious, godlessness is something to be feared. Many people like to equate atheism with the works of brutal dictators and extremist leaders, like Stalin, Mao, Hitler, etc. This being said, there are plenty of religious people who understand that atheists are not evil simply because of their lack of faith.To atheists themselves, the idea that there is no such thing as God is simply a statement of rationality. It often does take courage to admit such a view, as it is not widely held in the United States. Generally, atheists are highly committed to social justice and the welfare of humanity as a whole.
Is punishment evidence of gods faithfulness?
If you mean in the sense that punishment in this lifetime, then no. It is the same for all theists and atheists, and has no dependency on a god.
What Atheistic Existentialist belief on sexuality?
There are no categorically atheistic views on any topic except a general lack of belief in gods. Apart from that atheists are simply people. They do not all think alike and with one mind such as theists. You have confused atheists with theists who generally hold religious beliefs as a group.
What are some good reasons for an atheist to convert to a religion?
This question seems to assume that atheism is a religion; it clearly isn't. It is quite unusual for atheists to become theist, although is does happen. The vast majority of theists inherit their beliefs from their parents during childhood. Other theists have cited "religious" experiences or friendships with theists as reasons for believing.
