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Originally Posted by Radical  As long as the children are made aware of science and taught to think for themselves, and are not under the pretence that Christianity is anything more than fiction, then I see no harm. Perhaps we could erect churches espousing literature from The Lord of The Rings? But what a waste of time and money don't you think? |
I understand that atheism is generally considered to be the "religion of the educated", so perhaps it is my low level of education that prevents me from understanding your statement. How exactly would a church espousing literature from the Lord of the Rings provide society with the same level of utility as a church believing in a personal god, but advocating relentless nonviolence?