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philosophy

  1. Anguspure

    Neurologist outlines why machines can’t think

    This article is an interesting discussion about why it is not AI that is a threat to humanity. Rather it is humanity that may use AI to destroy itself. https://mindmatters.today/2018/neurosurgeon-outlines-why-machines-cant-think/ A cornerstone of the development of artificial intelligence is the...
  2. 2PhiloVoid

    Your level of Ethical and Moral Integrity

    So, it's like this: I came to the realization that I'm human. *gasp * This wasn't a recent realization, mind you, in fact it's been in the works in my brain for quite some time. But I think it's fair to say that it has been only more recently that I've begun to fully come to grips with just...
  3. YouAreAwesome

    Why do you believe?

    I am interested in the fundamental logic for a persons belief system. For example, if someone tells me they are a Christian, I might ask the question, "So why are you a Christian?". The person might respond, "Because I believe in Jesus". I might continue, "And why do you believe in Jesus?"...
  4. Elfkind

    Looking for open-minded, friendly Christian friends.

    Hi, I used this forum a while like 15 years ago, so I perhaps could remember some long-time users. Now I just use FB for account, with real name and picture, so I need to think better what to write. :) I'm looking for knowledge about how to better use my life positively in accordance to the...
  5. Man on Fire

    What is The Soul? Loving God with Heart and Soul.

    Heart and Soul I would preface this with "Heart and Soul" Huey Lewis and The News. Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. (Deuteronomy 6:5) What does Heart and Soul mean? Many people may have different definitions. Through studying...
  6. salt-n-light

    The Teachins of Dr. Nicolosi

    I've been watching some of his videos and I also seen the reaction of people. Its usually either "Hes on to something here" or " this guy is destructive". I could understand both reactions, since it is quite a huge feat to tackle. One of the main points he presented that was interesting (and...
  7. D

    Philosophy

    This is my very first thread and I’m not entirely sure of how to create a new thread to which I and others can post articles about philosophy and faith. Please be patient with me and if I’ve gone about this incorrectly, just let me know where I’ve gone wrong so that I can sort it all out...
  8. URA

    All Religions

    I think it would be very interesting for people of all religions, denominations, personal directions, and all that jazz to have a forum where we all can just get a better idea of what all's out there than just what we're used to. I just like seeing different cultures & philosophies, and we...
  9. F

    Thread for opening debate about my claim.

    My claim being the same as the Kalam cosmological argument. Everything that begins to exist has a cause. The universe had a beginning. Therefore the universe has a cause. This cause is God.
  10. H

    Please disprove this crazy theory :(

    I've deleted this because it's crazy and I don't want to incite doubt or any crazy ideas into other people's heads. Thanks for everyone who responded.
  11. Uber Genius

    Reason and Research as opposed to Rhetoric on Religious Claims

    Recently on this apologetics forum while helping "Seekers," gain knowledge about philosophy of religion, the best atheist apologists, a few examples of good arguments for atheism, far from being "liked" or receiving "Winner," accolades, I was bombarded with mocking comments, fake definitions...
  12. R

    Philosophical denominations?

    My question is: Which denominations are known for being philosophical, i.e. the services are more like expositions than testimonials, and the focus is on education and enlightenment rather than (just) community? Background to the question: I have lived my whole life without religion and have...
  13. ThroughAGlassDarkly

    New God's Existence Proof: The Paradox of Thought

    Hi everyone, I recently got a paper published containing a new God's existence proof. I thought I'd share it, in case it helps anyone. Link is here.
  14. JohnMartin

    A Fundamental Philosophical Error within Theories of Evolution.

    The theory of biological Evolution is defined as The theory of biological evolution may be reduced to one single fundamental principle, which is stated as – The fundamental Principle of Evolutionism is - The greater is essentially caused by the lesser. The fundamental principle of...
  15. joinfree

    Philosophy is alive and strong

    The famous astrophysicist and the amateur philosopher the "atheist" Stephen Hawking has written in his famous book "Grand Design": Might it was caused by his atheism? The atheism is the denial of Religion, but the Atheism is not a religion itself? I tend to think, that rejection of the...
  16. Uber Genius

    Tricks New Atheists Play (Part 3)

    A Manual for Creating Atheist Propaganda - First look at Peter Boghossian's book, "A Manual for Creating Atheists." "A Manual for Creating Atheists offers the first-ever guide not for talking people into faith--but for talking them out of it. Peter Boghossian draws on the tools he has developed...
  17. Neonap

    Are individuals born evil or made that way?

    Hello everyone I'm pretty much new here and seeking some answers but also to bond with fellow believers on this site. But onto the questions.. Are people born totally evil or made that way by the world around them? The reason I'm asking this question is because I've always pondered on whether...
  18. Tetra

    The Existence of God & The Kalam Cosmological Argument

    One of my favorite arguments has always been the Kalam cosmological argument. Whatever begins to exist has a cause The universe began to exist Therefore, the universe has a cause Some may know of it, some may not, but it's a simple argument that when combined with others... can be quite...
  19. Tetra

    The "Original Design / Plan" Argument & Why It's Irrelevant

    The "Original Design / Plan" Argument & Why It's Irrelevant (Note: I'm speaking of a specific form of the argument) I've heard this argument growing up, but it seems to be popping up in my life a lot lately, so I thought I'd discuss it a bit. The argument is typically used when discussing...
  20. YouAreAwesome

    Proof God created evil

    Please either find the mistake in this logic, or find the false premise: 1. God created free agents 2. Free agents have the potential to do evil, e 3. Potential has a non-zero probability, p, where 0<p<1 4. Therefore, over infinite time, the probability of a free agent to perform evil...