Religion diminishes intellect[W:114,1607]

[Realitywins]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

 

[11Bravo]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

this is a laugh riot. religion is what america was founded on. we r the Christian leaders of the world. we never started any wars cause of that

 

[joG]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

One of the religions that in today's Western societies affects the intellect of its believers most negatively seems to be atheism. Very sad.

 

[zyzygy]

this is a laugh riot. religion is what america was founded on. we r the Christian leaders of the world. we never started any wars cause of that

Wrong.
Steven K. Green teaches law and history at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. He is the author of the recent book, "Inventing a Christian America: The Myth of the Religious Founding."
If, by the question, one is asking whether the Founding Fathers relied on Protestant Christian principles in drafting the essential documents and in organizing the new governments, then the answer is a resounding "no."
The writings of the period (1765-1790), including speeches, debates, letters, pamphlets, and even sermons, reflect the overwhelming influence of Enlightenment, Whig, and classical republican theories.
The political events of the period also support the conclusion that the founders intended to institute a secular-based form of governance.

Was America founded as a Christian nation? - CNN.com

 

[Realitywins]

this is a laugh riot. religion is what america was founded on. we r the Christian leaders of the world. we never started any wars cause of that

Thanks. Your post proved everything I sad about religion affecting intellect. As well, you clearly don't know your own history well at all: An historian explains how conservative Christians lie about Thomas Jefferson and his legacy

xians are desperate to claim the US was founded upon religious beliefs. The founding fathers would punch you in the nose for making that claim.

 

[11Bravo]

Wrong.
Steven K. Green teaches law and history at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. He is the author of the recent book, "Inventing a Christian America: The Myth of the Religious Founding."
If, by the question, one is asking whether the Founding Fathers relied on Protestant Christian principles in drafting the essential documents and in organizing the new governments, then the answer is a resounding "no."
The writings of the period (1765-1790), including speeches, debates, letters, pamphlets, and even sermons, reflect the overwhelming influence of Enlightenment, Whig, and classical republican theories.
The political events of the period also support the conclusion that the founders intended to institute a secular-based form of governance.

Was America founded as a Christian nation? - CNN.com

wrong. the us was created so christians could be free from the kingdom. jesus was the reason for america

 

[Goshin]

What utter broad-brush drivel.


<- Religious conservative.

Also:
<- Huge space exploration supporter.
<- layman Science geek.
<- Sci-fi fan.
<- Major proponent of "we have to deal with what is, not what we wish it was." Moreso than most "progressives".
<- Center-right politically
<- largely disinclined to force my values on others behavior by law... less so than most "progressives" in fact.

(and I am far from alone in all this...)


And let's not get confused about which specific religion is driving most of the conflict in the world today... the one that flew planes into towers...

 

[11Bravo]

Thanks. Your post proved everything I sad about religion affecting intellect. As well, you clearly don't know your own history well at all: An historian explains how conservative Christians lie about Thomas Jefferson and his legacy

xians are desperate to claim the US was founded upon religious beliefs. The founding fathers would punch you in the nose for making that claim.

insult slinging is not how to get ur point across. we r one nation under god (christian god) fact

 

[Realitywins]

wrong. the us was created so christians could be free from the kingdom. jesus was the reason for america

Thanks again for proving my basic point about intellect. jesus is a myth as well.

 

[11Bravo]

Thanks again for proving my basic point about intellect. jesus is a myth as well.

bible proves him real. u have no facts to back up that hes not real. just ur guess

 

[Realitywins]

bible proves him real. u have no facts to back up that hes not real. just ur guess

Bible lies. Xianity is predicated entirely upon older pagan mythology. There is nothing new or real in xian beliefs. In fact, if xianity does anything at all it perpetuates pagan beliefs. For instance all your holy days are pagan in origin as well as the rising god myth.

 

[Tigerace117]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

:lamo

Case in point as to why atheists have never had any power in this country, and indeed are only about 3% of the population at large.

Every time y'all come out with drivel like this people just roll their eyes and ignore you.

Some of the greatest mass murderers in the history of the world were atheist. Seems to me you shouldn't be throwing around accusations of mental illness.

 

[Realitywins]

Good news though. As people get better educated, religion declines. Where people are ignorant, religion thrives; Where is American religion heading?

 

[Fishking]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

"Hi, my name is Realitywins and I'm a bigot."

*chorus of voices* "Hi Realitywins."

 

[11Bravo]

Bible lies. Xianity is predicated entirely upon older pagan mythology. There is nothing new or real in xian beliefs. In fact, if xianity does anything at all it perpetuates pagan beliefs. For instance all your holy days are pagan in origin as well as the rising god myth.

lol thats ur argument? cant prove its jesus isnt real so ur just claimin it lolol. jesus is laughin at u

 

[blackjack50]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

Please define mental illness. Please provide the clinical definition.


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[blackjack50]

This thread is an insult to people who actually have mental disorders. Attempting to diminish a real problem that faces millions, all so that one can push an agenda of hate and bigotry. What a crock. Didn't this article say something about fundamentalism? Can someone explain the difference between a radical atheist who has been quoted as saying that it is good for Christians to be killed off and persecuted to get a "taste of their own medicine," and the people he claims to hate?


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[Russell797]

Religion is based in dogmatic teachings. An intelligent person will question everything. To use your intellect is anathema to religious thought. A person prone to believing things without evidence is not someone I wish to place in a position of power. It's an unfortunate circumstance that to be electable in this country one must profess to being a believer. We wonder why we have many dolts influencing things in DC. I don't.

 

[Realitywins]

"Hi, my name is Realitywins and I'm a bigot."

*chorus of voices* "Hi Realitywins."

That all ya got? Case for the crown yr'honour.

 

[Realitywins]

lol thats ur argument? cant prove its jesus isnt real so ur just claimin it lolol. jesus is laughin at u

Prove jesus was real and no, the bible is not proof of anything but bronze age ignorance. Prove your imaginary god exist while you are at it.

 

[Fishking]

That all ya got? Case for the crown yr'honour.

At least you're not denying it. You have that much integrity.

 

[Realitywins]

At least you're not denying it. You have that much integrity.

:lamo Devoid of any rational response I see.

 

[AGENT J]

As I have observed more than once, religion is a mental illness, believing in imaginary beings and events which never happened is a classic sign of mental illness;

Religious Fundamentalism 'May Be Categorised As Mental Illness & Cured By Science' | The Huffington Post

Furthermore, religious beliefs separate people from reality; Fundamentalist Belief Grows Brains Incapable of Dealing With the World as it Actually Is

Proof is all around us: Religious Psychosis ? The Global Nightmare

Every conflict in the world right now is about religion; Religious conflict in global rise - report - Telegraph

In the US, religious nutbars want to deny women control of their bodies, deny human rights to people who don't meet the narrow-minded views of xian sexuality. Which is odd, since xians are demonstrably the most sexually depraved and conflicted group in North America.

Religion of any sort and especially xianity, imposed upon unsuspecting children is both a form of child abuse and a threat to their intellectual development.

The issue (like with just about anything) is with extremists, fanatics and nutters, not "religion" in general. Grouping people together is just about always a fail, as this OP does. LMAO

 

[11Bravo]

Prove jesus was real and no, the bible is not proof of anything but bronze age ignorance. Prove your imaginary god exist while you are at it.

the bible proves it. u proved nothing so far. just that u dont like it.

 

[AGENT J]

What utter broad-brush drivel.


<- Religious conservative.

Also:
<- Huge space exploration supporter.
<- layman Science geek.
<- Sci-fi fan.
<- Major proponent of "we have to deal with what is, not what we wish it was." Moreso than most "progressives".
<- Center-right politically
<- largely disinclined to force my values on others behavior by law... less so than most "progressives" in fact.

(and I am far from alone in all this...)


And let's not get confused about which specific religion is driving most of the conflict in the world today... the one that flew planes into towers...

oh oh my turn my turn

<- Religious
Also:
<- Huge space exploration supporter.
<- layman math and tech geek.
<- Sci-fi fan.
<- Major proponent of "we have to deal with what is, not what we wish it was."
<- broad Center-left/right politically
<- largely disinclined to force my values on others behavior by law...
<- I don't deny evolution exists
<- I have multiple degrees
<- support human rights and equal rights for others. Legally that includes gay legal marriage and pro-choice

(and I am far from alone in all this...)