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Anonymous wrote:Person A's truth: "Jesus/Moses/Muhammad/Zeus was real and those were his exact words"

Person B's truth: "Jesus/Moses/Muhammad/Zeus wasn't real and those weren't his exact words"

Why is it OK to say A and not B?

What's right is to say "Here is my claim, and here is the evidence for it" or "I hear your claim, and I do not see sufficient evidence for it".

This poster did not word "the actual words of Jesus" as "here is my claim and here is the evidence for it" and no one criticized him. He stated it as fact and not one word from you.
http://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/45/813140.page#15284049

Why the double standard?

Still waiting on an answer to this. Why are atheists expected to put a disclaimer on their opinions, but religious people aren’t?

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

PP wasn’t “the Jewish poster.” I am.

I listen to other people’s beliefs and try not to debate from a place of passion. I’ve been to church with a friend who does believe in the above, and no I certainly didn’t argue with them. I was a guest and I was thankful to be welcomed.

I would, however, state my opinion if asked. I do believe they’re wrong, but I wouldn’t say “you’re wrong,” because that invites all sorts of insulting language. But I would state my case.

Atheist interrupter-poster here.

You, sir, are welcome at my cocktail parties anytime. You are articulate, intelligent, and well-behaved!

I accept! (Or I would if I still lived in the DC area and not in the middle of the country.) My husband is also an atheist and we live in an area that is heavily Christian, so we’ve gotten pretty good at listening to people and/or debating with tact.

Our family just started listening to a wonderful debate podcast for kids called “Smash Boom Best” which is delightful and helps everyone in our house understand the difference between a debate and an argument. Highly recommended.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

PP wasn’t “the Jewish poster.” I am.

I listen to other people’s beliefs and try not to debate from a place of passion. I’ve been to church with a friend who does believe in the above, and no I certainly didn’t argue with them. I was a guest and I was thankful to be welcomed.

I would, however, state my opinion if asked. I do believe they’re wrong, but I wouldn’t say “you’re wrong,” because that invites all sorts of insulting language. But I would state my case.

Atheist interrupter-poster here.

You, sir, are welcome at my cocktail parties anytime. You are articulate, intelligent, and well-behaved!

Cocktail party? Pre-game if you want to have a good time, who knows what will be available. You don’t want to risk the evening unanesthetized.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

PP wasn’t “the Jewish poster.” I am.

I listen to other people’s beliefs and try not to debate from a place of passion. I’ve been to church with a friend who does believe in the above, and no I certainly didn’t argue with them. I was a guest and I was thankful to be welcomed.

I would, however, state my opinion if asked. I do believe they’re wrong, but I wouldn’t say “you’re wrong,” because that invites all sorts of insulting language. But I would state my case.

Atheist interrupter-poster here.

You, sir, are welcome at my cocktail parties anytime. You are articulate, intelligent, and well-behaved!

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

PP wasn’t “the Jewish poster.” I am.

I listen to other people’s beliefs and try not to debate from a place of passion. I’ve been to church with a friend who does believe in the above, and no I certainly didn’t argue with them. I was a guest and I was thankful to be welcomed.

I would, however, state my opinion if asked. I do believe they’re wrong, but I wouldn’t say “you’re wrong,” because that invites all sorts of insulting language. But I would state my case.

Thank you Jewish poster, for the answer. Appreciate it.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

PP wasn’t “the Jewish poster.” I am.

I listen to other people’s beliefs and try not to debate from a place of passion. I’ve been to church with a friend who does believe in the above, and no I certainly didn’t argue with them. I was a guest and I was thankful to be welcomed.

I would, however, state my opinion if asked. I do believe they’re wrong, but I wouldn’t say “you’re wrong,” because that invites all sorts of insulting language. But I would state my case.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."

Who is this in response to?

I am the poster who noted : "I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way." But I did not type the thing you put in quotes.

Just sharing some personal insults that you didn't call out.

So I have to pay for everyone else's sins? Puts me in pretty elite company.

You don't have to "pay" for it, but find it odd that you call out some posts and not others.

Nice nod to the martyrs. Are you christian?

No.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

*sips a crisp white* Go on, dear. This is my interested face.

Yet another thing we disagree on, since I prefer some oak in my chard.

Trying to be nice, please try back.

Time for the hard stuff already? Tequila shot it is. *thinking to myself after the burning subsides- much better now*

Come give me a hug. You are so nice! *another shot*

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."

Who is this in response to?

I am the poster who noted : "I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way." But I did not type the thing you put in quotes.

Just sharing some personal insults that you didn't call out.

So I have to pay for everyone else's sins? Puts me in pretty elite company.

You don't have to "pay" for it, but find it odd that you call out some posts and not others.

Nice nod to the martyrs. Are you christian?

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."

Who is this in response to?

I am the poster who noted : "I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way." But I did not type the thing you put in quotes.

Just sharing some personal insults that you didn't call out.

So I have to pay for everyone else's sins? Puts me in pretty elite company.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."

Who is this in response to?

I am the poster who noted : "I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way." But I did not type the thing you put in quotes.

Just sharing some personal insults that you didn't call out.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."

Who is this in response to?

I am the poster who noted : "I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way." But I did not type the thing you put in quotes.

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Why is that respectful language not used when atheists post an opinion?

I think it just was.

Timestamp?

Seriously?

06/28/2019 15:19

That is an atheist poster.

Where is respectful language when someone disagrees with an atheist?

Yes, it was me, and I apologize as I misunderstood your objection.

Dear atheist OP,

In your thread title, it should be “than” not “then”. Also, why are you going after Christians in particular, when other religions have heaven or something similar? Bigoted much?

Signed, a religious person

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But some people do believe that. Are they wrong? Would you tell them they are wrong?

A thinking person, if in a relevant discussion, would say that there is no evidence to support those claims.

Are you the Jewish poster? Or just speaking for them? I asked them.

It was not clear you wanted limitations, and this is an open forum, so anyone can respond -- but no, I am not the poster you directed that question to, and I look forward to reading their response.

Still stand behind my contribution though.

I asked the Jewish poster specifically about her beliefs. I understand you think yours are more important and valid, but some people might want to have another point of view.

I did not say mine were more important. In fact I said "I look forward to reading their response." They are equally important.

Why do you feel the need to be so dishonest?

Most people don’t respond to direct questions asked of another poster.

Odd, I thought this was a discussion forum, and not email. My bad.

Every been to a party, and stood around with a circle of people?

Yes, and unfortunately there is always one jacka@@ who dominates the conversation and causes me to drink heavily for relief. Congrats- you are it.

I am not sure why you think personal insults advances your position or contributes to the discussion in any way.

"If you were an open minded and intelligent individual, you’d understand that."