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Posted 2015-03-02, 10:55 AM in reply to D3V's post starting "I think where you're trying to get at..."
D3V, I think this has less to do with philosophy and more to do with definitions. Most atheists such as myself (and I believe KA) define an atheist as anyone who is not a theist. In other words, if one cannot affirmatively answer the question, "Do you believe in God," then he is an atheist. By that definition, based on what you've said in this thread, you are an atheist whether you reject that label or not.

You seem to take the position that there is no evidence for nor against God. Fair enough. However, KA and I have repeatedly pointed out that an atheist is not one who rejects the possibility of God. Therefore, it seems to me you want to reject that label because of the connotations associated with that word. However, by accepting those connotations you are perpetuating a negative and false stereotype of what an atheist is.

My recommendation is to accept that label. Correct any misconceptions people have of that label. Wear it with pride. Hold on to your agnosticism, but be proud of your atheism too. It is the logical position on the question regarding belief precisely because there is no evidence one way or the other. I really would challenge you to look at my initial reply to you and actually address what I said there. I put forth plenty of reasons as to why I think my definition is more appropriate. If you disagree with my reasoning, I'm interested as to why.
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