The titular claim is made in this video:
While I think his argument has problems, he also makes some very interesting points, and I like the methodical approach. I prefer going through an argument step-by-step, but Internet discussions rarely have the patience for it. I've posted the link for those who want to jump straight to unfounded conclusions, but I hope some will follow along.
My own position would be that while not everyone is necessarily religious, there are similarities between the practice of religion and many secular practices.
But, my expectation is that many are going to dismiss such claims. So, my question is, where do you diverge from the video's argument?
It starts by dismissing many of the strawmen put forth by unbelievers - something that irks me to no end. I've tired of people who tell me what I believe rather than listening to what I believe. But I'm going to move past that. His next step is to introduce 2 common definitions of religion (4:30):
1) The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power. Especially a personal god or gods or the supernatural.
2) A particular system of faith and worship.
He dismisses the first, and then discusses the second in depth. So I would agree. I think the second definition is much better than the first. What about you?
While I think his argument has problems, he also makes some very interesting points, and I like the methodical approach. I prefer going through an argument step-by-step, but Internet discussions rarely have the patience for it. I've posted the link for those who want to jump straight to unfounded conclusions, but I hope some will follow along.
My own position would be that while not everyone is necessarily religious, there are similarities between the practice of religion and many secular practices.
But, my expectation is that many are going to dismiss such claims. So, my question is, where do you diverge from the video's argument?
It starts by dismissing many of the strawmen put forth by unbelievers - something that irks me to no end. I've tired of people who tell me what I believe rather than listening to what I believe. But I'm going to move past that. His next step is to introduce 2 common definitions of religion (4:30):
1) The belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power. Especially a personal god or gods or the supernatural.
2) A particular system of faith and worship.
He dismisses the first, and then discusses the second in depth. So I would agree. I think the second definition is much better than the first. What about you?
