Archive for February, 2007

Blasphemy Challenge and Proselytizing Muslims

Monday, February 26th, 2007

This is a recent exchange that took place between myself and someone who saw my entry in the Blasphemy Challenge.

I just saw your movie denying the existence of God. I was wondering if you had delved into Islam and Islamic theology before making the decision to become atheist. I have a Muslim friend who would […]

Religious Politics in Texas

Sunday, February 25th, 2007

What in hell is going on in Texas?
Although in 2003 the Supreme Court (Lawrence v. Texas) finally struck down the criminal prohibition of homosexual sodomy nationwide, Texas is still the laughingstock of the nation when it comes to meddling in the private affairs of others. Still on the books is the Texas obscenity statute, which […]

NPR Debate: Is America Too Damn Religious?

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

Intelligence Squared is a live public debate series distributed by NPR and based on the successful forum of the same name in the UK. Each Oxford-style debate features six experts, three for the motion and three against it. The audience is tallied on the motion before and after the debate to gauge the debate’s influence.

From […]

Russell’s Teapot

Friday, February 23rd, 2007

Similar to Jesus and Mo, Russell’s Teapot is another worthy webcomic in the “I don’t care how badly I draw, I have something funny to say about religion,” genre.
The strip’s title refers to the Celestial Teapot of Bertrand Russell, a concept with which everyone should become acquainted.
A few favorites. Click each image for the […]

Science Vs. Faith — Do I have to draw you a picture?

Thursday, February 22nd, 2007

From the web comic, Miscellanea.
Click the image for the larger, actually readable version.

5000 Years of Religion in 90 Seconds

Wednesday, February 21st, 2007

History of Religion is a fascinating animated map that shows the struggle of religious ideology as it has played out over the Earth’s geography.

The home site, Maps of War, has many other interesting displays, including another that shows the many empires that have ruled Europe.

Why the Universe Exists — the Short Answer

Tuesday, February 20th, 2007

I found Why the Universe Exists — the Short Answer a thought-provoking proposal (if not a definitive answer) and at a little over 1,400 words, it certainly lives up to expectations as “short.”
 

Ultimate Bible Quiz

Sunday, February 4th, 2007

Cute.
You know the Bible 96%!

 

Wow! You are awesome! You are a true Biblical scholar, not just a hearer but a personal reader! The books, the characters, the events, the verses - you know it all! You are fantastic!
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