"Yes really.
You're probably not the romantic type. That is fine. Yet what Sagan meant of course is indeed that we share the components from the periodic table, which is not obvious or trivial in the least. But much more than that is implied.…"
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Astrology.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Albert Bakker Nov 29, 2011. 27 Replies 1 Like
Carl Sagan once said: 'The desire to be connected with the cosmos, reflects a profound reality. But we are connected; not in the trivial ways that Astrology promises, but in the deepest ways.' I have…Continue
The medium of Morality.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nelson Nov 26, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Why oh why, might I ask, am I, a humble atheist who maintains a constant, yet distant respect for Christians, constantly criticized and barrages with comments on my morality? Christians seem to…Continue
Hello everyone.
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ethan Mitchell Nov 27, 2011. 13 Replies 0 Likes
I found Think Atheist through Stumble Upon in mid August. Back then, I was agnostic. I made an account and thought to myself 'This might come in handy.' This is the first time I've been on since…Continue
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Ethan Mitchell replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"To understand what Sagan is saying, you need to have watched Cosmos, as this video is taken from that 13 hour long documentary.
When he says 'connected' and 'deep', he is talking about the very fact that we are made…"
Kir Komrik replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"really? how so? i can't even define what he's saying, much less validate it. what does it mean to be "connected" (or what does he mean) and what constitutes a "deep way"? this kind of language just doesn't mean…"
Ganapati P replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"From a materialist-determinist, which is what most atheists claim to be, point of view, all the lives must, at least theoretically, be predictable. So why should it suprise anyone that there are indicators for predicting the course of…"
Albert Bakker replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"There is not much believing involved in what Sagan said and meant by that. It is a matter of fact."
Kir Komrik replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"i would disagree with the above statement only because i do not believe that "... we are connected ... in the deepest ways". other than that, just hearing the word "astrology" makes me laugh and cry at the same time.
- kk"
mary bottoms replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"One good thing about astrology, from the development of this, genuine science began.
People began questioning what the church told them. Some folks wanted to find answers
and began experimenting. But, it was just the beginning. The church pushed…"
KaraC replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"If anyone wants to send me large diamonds, I will be quite happy to test their properties. The ability to be converted into large amounts of cash would probably be one of the first experiments, though I can always use more earrings :-)"
Ethan Mitchell replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"I really appreciate all the comments and links you've all posted :DGood show folks.And what about people who believe in the 'properties' of 'special' stones?
Some people wear stones, like topaz for example, in order to…"
Albert Bakker replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"This is probably the definitive site on the subject of astrology. If you want a good laugh reading a bunch of easy digestible articles trashing stupid astrologers and their silly beliefs, you better look elsewhere. But for those really interested in…"
Dale Headley replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"It's certainly a pile of something."
Ed replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"I suppose Tarot cards and palm readers should be placed on the chopping block next. People's willingness to believe absolute bullshit is troubling."
Gustaf D replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"It's nonsense! It's just a substitute for religion since some people don't go to church anymore because they disagree with it. However, they don't want to give up believing in some supernatural stuff.
It really is nonsense!"
Donald S. Chase replied to Ethan Mitchell's discussion 'Astrology.'"Being a Virgo, I cannot completely dismiss it. I vaguely remember, years ago, I was wrong about something."
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Welcome Ethan. You begin an exciting journey paved by freedom of thought.
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