Agnosticisme og ateisme

Sprogligt veloplagt debatbog med skarpe pointer, skrevet i fællesskab af den forhenværende og nuværende formand for Ateistisk Selskab. De er nok de to personer i Danmark, der seneste år har været mest aktive i debatten om ateisme og religion. Her er et par af deres pointer: De fleste danskere er ateister. Nogle ved det bare ikke - og selv om andre inderst inde har erkendt det, er de ikke parat til at ”springe ud”. Religiøse ideer bremser vores udvikling og står både i vejen for at løse de store problemer, vi står over for på verdensplan. Milliarder af mennesker hindres i at leve et godt liv, fordi overtro tvinger dem til at følge absurde dogmer og forbud. Samfundet har historisk set har haft brug for religion, men i dag er der i højere grad brug for, at vi tager nogle aktive skridt væk fra religionerne.De to forfattere belyser både de mange negative følger af religionerne og viser, at man ikke behøver guder for at leve et godt, etisk og meningsfyldt liv. Emne for emne gennemgår de, hvilken betydning religion har for samfundet og for den enkelte. Fra de mest dogmatiske og fundamentalistiske varianter til den bløde, danske kulturkristendom. Deres konklusion er klar: verden ville være et bedre sted uden religionerne.

Allahs fængsel er en dramatisk selvbiografi om en ung muslims vej væk fra islam til at blive ateist – og den høje pris, han måtte betale. Det er den første bog på dansk om emnet, og en af de første i det hele taget. 26-årige palæstinensiske Waleed al-Husseini er i dag en fri mand. Men friheden har kostet ham dyrt. I 2010 blev han fængslet af det palæstinensiske selvstyre på Vestbredden, anklaget for at forlade islam og blive ateist. Han sad fængslet i over 7 måneder og blev tortureret. Som blogger havde al-Husseini siden teenageårene skrevet religionskritiske tekster med fordømmelser af, hvad han ser som tilbagestående, voldelige og kvindefjendske måder at praktisere islam på. Men i de palæstinensiske selvstyreområder kan man ikke bare forlade Islam. al-Husseini blev dæmoniseret og fremstillet som "Offentlighedens Værste Fjende". I Allahs fængsel fortæller han om sin vej væk fra islam, om at blive udstødt af familie og venner og om sit langvarige, smertefulde ophold i palæstinensiske fængsler, hvor han blev udsat for både fysisk og psykisk tortur, før han efter internationalt pres fik asyl i Frankrig. Allahs fængsel, der længe lå på de franske bestsellerlister, er et stærkt og reflekteret personligt vidnesbyrd fra en trodsig og uforfærdet rebel. Waleed al-Husseini fortæller levende om livet i et samfund, der er paralyseret af indre og ydre konflikter, et korrupt magtapparat og en religion, der spiller en altdominerende rolle i hverdagen. Bogen er samtidig et flammende forsvar for oplysningstidens idealer fra en ung mand, der trods omgivelsernes overvældende modstand insisterer på at være fritænker og på at fastholde sin kamp for retten til ytringsfrihed og religionskritik.

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In The Divine Reality, (Newly Revised Edition 2019) Hamza Andreas Tzortzis provides a compelling case for the rational and spiritual foundations of Islam, whilst intelligently and compassionately deconstructing atheism. Join him on an existential, spiritual and rational journey that articulates powerful arguments for the existence of God, the Qur'an, the Prophethood of Muhammad and why we must know, love and worship God. He addresses academic and popular objections while showing how contemporary atheism is based on false assumptions about reality, which leads to incoherent answers to life's important questions. - Does hope, happiness and human value make sense without the Divine?- Do we have an ultimate purpose?- Can we have consciousness and rational minds without God?- Did the universe come from nothing?- Does evil and suffering negate Divine mercy?- Has scientific progress led to the denial of God?- Are revelation and prophethood myths?- Is God worthy of our worship?If you want to know how the Islamic intellectual and spiritual tradition answers these questions then this is the book for you.Hamza Andreas Tzortzis's new book presents a much needed comprehensive account of Islamic theism that draws upon Western and Islamic thought. Hamza Tzortzis is an international speaker, writer and instructor. He has a PgCert and an MA in philosophy and is currently continuing his postgraduate studies in the field. Hamza has studied Islamic thought and theology under qualified scholars. He has delivered workshops and courses on topics related to Islamic thought and philosophy. Hamza has debated prominent academics and thinkers on Islam and atheism.Reviews: Hamza Tzortzis's work is a much needed and welcome addition to the field of modern Islamic thought. It engages with the rising tide of atheism from an Islamic paradigm, and responds, in an erudite yet easily comprehensible manner, to the primary arguments espoused by the leading figures of New Age Atheism. It is clear that Hamza has spent much time in reading the works of many intellectuals, past and present, and compiling these arguments and counter-arguments. I found the book highly useful, and have no doubt that it will be well received by contemporary Muslims. --- Dr. Yasir Qadhi, Deen of Academic Affairs, The Islamic Seminary of AmericaThe Divine Reality is a much needed resource for Muslims to tackle the contemporary issues on atheism, science, and belief in God from an Islamic perspective. Tzortzis provides a clear and philosophically coherent analysis of arguments that on the surface appear new but in fact have been asked since time immemorial. Intertwined with personal experience and reflections, The Divine Reality is not dry philosophical reading. Tzortzis brings a spiritual and an intellectual combination to his writing that makes for a captivating read. --- Dr. Mohamed Ghilan, PhD Neuroscience, Founder of Andalus OnlineThe Divine Reality takes you through the world of Islamic theism in a systematic and coherent fashion. It is a pioneering effort which will hopefully guide the reader, and other writers, on how to answer the questions related to God's existence and worship from the perspective of Islamic thought. --- Omar Suleiman, President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and Professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist UniversityThe Divine Reality is a valuable contribution to the ongoing exchange between Muslims and atheists. Those interested in the field will benefit from the accessible way Hamza Tzortzis infuses both God and godliness into the conversation, all the while courageously willing to tackle the philosophical issues head on and in an interesting way. A key resource to have access to.--- Shaykh Muhammad Nizami, Islamic Scholar & Co-director of Averroes

”Vær gode mennesker, det er tilstrækkeligt” Sætningen er essensen af, hvad præsten Manuel vil lære indbyggerne i den lille landsby Valverde de Lucerna, der ligger for bjergenes fod og spejler sig i søens blanke vand. Men under hans egen overflade er billedet mere mudret. Uventet begynder han at spejle sig i den fra Amerika hjemvendte fritænker Lázaro – og omvendt. Don Manuel den Gode er en eviggyldig lille perle om tro, tvivl og meningen med tilværelsen, charmerende, tragisk og livsbekræftende. Miguel de Unamuno (1864-1936) var spansk tænker, dramatiker og forfatter af både poesi, drama, romaner og essays. Unamuno blev bl.a. stærkt inspireret af Søren Kirkegaards eksistentialisme og lærte sig dansk for at kunne læse og oversætte ham. Don Manuel den Gode betragtes som forfatterskabets højdepunkt og syntesen af Unamunos tænkning; teksten skulle efter sigende have bragt ham den katolske kirkes Index Librorum Prohibitorum.

THIS COMPREHENSIVE STUDY INTRICATELY delves into the multifaceted realm of atheism, meticulously tracing its historical roots, backgrounds, and the diverse stages it has undergone throughout its existence. While acknowledging the historical passages that have played pivotal roles in shaping atheism, the primary emphasis is placed on its contemporary context, particularly manifested in the writings and speeches of new atheists. The analysis aims to reveal the nuanced stances that these atheists adopt towards Islam and Muslims. Beyond merely exploring historical evolution, the study meticulously examines the contemporary discourse surrounding atheism, shedding light on its intricate interactions with Islam. Through an exploration of past historical passages, the writing aspires to provide a nuanced understanding of the layers atheism has acquired over time. Furthermore, the research incorporates evidence from the Quran and philosophical arguments articulated by Muslim theologians and philosophers. The scope encompasses insights from thinkers from various religious backgrounds and philosophical schools, offering a comprehensive view of the subject.The book unfolds through three main chapters, each housing several sections and parts, offering a structured exploration of the subject matter. The chapters collectively contribute to a holistic understanding of atheism's evolution and contemporary intersections with Islam.DR. ALI MOHAMED SALAH is an accomplished theologian, Islamic Scholar, and jurist with over 30 years of experience in research, teaching, and community leadership roles. In 1991 Dr Ali did his Bachelor's Degree in Hadith and Islamic Studies from University of Madina, Saudi, followed by Master's degree in theology and Islamic Studies from Mecca in 1994, then in 2000 his Doctorate in Philosophy and Comparative Religions from the National University of Malaysia. Most recently, in 2020, he obtained a Certificate in the Art of Arbitration from the Norwegian Centre for Arbitration and and Legal Services. Dr Ali published works include: Qur¿¿n: Moral Compass of the Believer (Looh Press, 2023); Evil Eye: Reality and Remedy (Looh Press, 2023); The Shield of Islam (Looh Press, 2024); Trialogue of Abrahamic Faiths in the Light of the Quran (Arabic, 2023); al-Takmillah (Arabic, 2023); and many other works. Currently, Dr. Salah serves as the Director of the Iqra Foundation and holds the position of Imam at the Tawfiiq Islamic Centre in Oslo, Norway where he lives.

Sometimes generally referred to as "the nones," agnostics, atheists, humanists, freethinkers, secularists and skeptics compose one of the fastest growing faith categories in the United States. Because they are treated as "nones," some people face discrimination as nonbelievers, despite their varied and strong beliefs, values and morals. This basic guide, "100 Questions and Answers About the Religiously Unaffiliated," describes the differences, explains why discrimination and laws force some to hide their beliefs and why they would like to shed the label of "nones." Religious freedom and the First Amendment's establishment clause come up frequently.The key issue for many is whether the First Amendment's guarantee of religious freedom also guarantees the right to be free from religion.Legal issues include school prayer, the obligation to support tax-exempt religious properties and requirements that people profess belief in God to be allowed to vote or hold office.Life magazine called Madalyn Murray O'Hair, whose lawsuit ended mandatory prayer in public schools, "the most hated woman in America." The Secular Coalition for America's website directory withheld the name of its communications consultant because "unwarranted prejudices and discriminatory practices ... affect atheists and humanists. Consequently, s/he felt it was best to be incognito for now, since working for an organization that protects the rights of nontheists might result in lost opportunities with other clients."In this guide's forward, Dr. Phil Zuckerman writes, "Understanding secular people is important for many reasons. For one thing, secular movements, leaders, values and ideals play significant roles in the political landscapes of the world. From the first sentence of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, to Article 20 of Japan's Constitution, from France's laïcité to Vietnam's atheistic dictatorship, and from the founding of the Mexican Republic to India's current political struggles, in many countries secularism is a central pillar of both stability as well as conflict."Additionally, secular men and women are often unjustly stigmatized as immoral scoundrels or angry curmudgeons - negative stereotypes that don't actually accord with reality yet prove to be both persistent and pernicious. For instance, in some societies, such as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Malaysia, hatred and fear of the secular is so strong that those who don't believe in God can be imprisoned, tortured or even executed. Here in the United States, many state constitutions - such as those of Tennessee, Texas and Mississippi - currently outlaw anyone who doesn't believe in God from holding any publicly elected office."Dr. Morgan Shipley's introduction says, "For the more than 85 million Americans who identify as nonreligious, we witness a turn to secularization as both an explanation for the lack of belief and a source for fulfilling the areas of life commonly associated with religion, such as morality, togetherness and agency. For the nonreligious, then, we find more than a rejection of God and faith. Instead, we uncover various ways humans highlight virtue, pursue a sense of belongingness, celebrate progress and rely on rational discourse to construct meaningful and morally driven lives." Questions include:Who are "the nones?"Who is under the umbrella of the nonreligious?What is an atheist?Who are agnostics?What is secularism? Who are humanists?Who are freethinkers?What is irreligion?Are Pagans and Wiccans nonreligious?What does it mean to be spiritual but not religious?What values do nonreligious people hold? How does one respectfully console a nonreligious person?Do nonreligious people pray?

Embark on a riveting intellectual journey with Liberatheism: On Freedom from God(s), as anthropologist Dr. David Eller concludes his groundbreaking trilogy on atheism, envisioning a future liberated from the age-old debates about the existence of deities. Dispelling misconceptions about atheism, Dr. Eller navigates belief, faith, and anti-theism, urging a reasoned challenge to the melodrama surrounding atheism. With a fearless critique, Eller explores the broader impact of religion, unveiling psychological trauma and advocating for the liberation of philosophy from its Christian-centric shackles. This book is more than a philosophical discourse-it's a call to action. Offering practical guidance, the author explores the many varieties of atheism, dispels stereotypes, and provides strategies for a thoughtful shift from theism to atheism. Liberatheism is more than a challenge to religious norms; it's a manifesto for living beyond a belief in god(s). Eller invites readers to accelerate toward a deity-free existence, embracing a future where discussions about god(s) are irrelevant in the pursuit of true freedom. Engaging and enlightening, this book is a concise tour de force in the evolution of atheistic thought-a must-read that will leave you questioning, reflecting, and yearning for a world unbound by the constraints of the divine.

Në moshën 27-vjeçare, një gazetar i ri francez, Claude Vorilhon, ishte një shofer garash dhe redaktor i një prej revistave më të rëndësishme franceze të sportit motorik. Por më 13 dhjetor 1973, jeta e tij u kthye përmbys kur në kraterin e një vullkani të zhdukur, pranë Clermond-Ferrand, ai pa të shfaqej një "disk fluturues" me diametër 7 metra, absolutisht i heshtur dhe i bërë nga një metal shumë i shndritshëm argjendi. . Një qenie e zbritur që i besoi atij mesazhe të rëndësishme që hedhin dritë të re mbi origjinën tonë dhe të ardhmen fantastike që na pret. Në fakt, çdo formë e jetës ekzistuese në Tokë u krijua nga qenie nga një planet i largët, Elohim, falë një zotërimi të përsosur të inxhinierisë gjenetike dhe ADN-së.Dy vjet pas këtij takimi të parë, Elohim, më 7 tetor 1975, kontaktoi sërish Raelin në Perigord, një rajon në Francën jugperëndimore, për ta çuar në planetin ku ata jetojnë. Gjatë këtij udhëtimi të jashtëzakonshëm në një planet që është një parajsë e vërtetë falë shkencës, Raeli është dëshmitar i ngjarjeve të jashtëzakonshme që përshkruhen në këtë libër. Për shembull, ai viziton laboratorët në të cilët ruhet sekreti shkencor i jetës së përjetshme, i krijuar falë një procesi klonimi jashtëzakonisht të avancuar dhe takohet me Profetët e lashtë që i paraprinë dhe që aktualisht jetojnë me Elohimët, duke pritur të kthehen në Tokë, si të gjitha fetë parashikojnë. Këtu Raeli merr pjesën e dytë të Mesazhit që Elohim ia kishte besuar dy vjet më parë dhe që është me rëndësi themelore për të ardhmen e mbarë njerëzimit. Raeli bëhet Lajmëtari i tyre i plotë, Ambasadori i tyre në Tokë dhe Profeti i një feje të re ateiste, të bazuar në pafundësinë dhe përjetësinë, e cila përfaqëson një mjet themelor për zgjimin e qenies njerëzore. Në këtë libër themelor, ai na prezanton me themelet e trashëgimisë filozofike të Krijuesve tanë jashtëtokësorë, me qëllim që të na hapë mendjet e dremitura me mijëvjeçarë të besimeve dhe bestytnive të rreme. Është vërtet e rëndësishme të ndërgjegjësohemi për këtë mesazh fantastik paqeje dhe vëllazërimi, drejtuar të gjithë neve njerëzve nga qenie që na vëzhgojnë për mijëvjeçarë dhe që shpresojnë se do të shmangim dhunën dhe do të bëjmë gjithçka për të treguar se duam të mirëpresim. ata me gjithë dashurinë që meritojnë.

Humanity is undergoing an historic change. It is a change in our self-conception, and our understanding of our place within the cosmos. The last several centuries have seen the growing influence of an increasingly secular perspective, one which places us squarely in the natural order. This turn away from religious, supernatural, and superstitious thinking, towards an increasingly naturalistic and scientific perspective, is itself the cause of genuine, holistic progress for human civilization. It is this dynamic moment, this revolutionary shift from faith to reason, which is the focus of Rise of the Nones: The Importance of Freedom from Religion.This work weaves together the important themes of evolution, secularism, and progress, uniting them into one comprehensive argument. Rise of the Nones is a hope-filled, enlightening, insightful work, an excellent rational antidote to two millennia of toxic religious misanthropy.

The beginning of the 21st century saw the rise of "New" Atheism and a resulting conflict with Theists ¿ at the same time as the resurgence of fantasy in popular culture. This volume analyses the impact of Theist and Atheist thought on the narratology of four highly popular works of contemporary fantastic fiction. In doing so, the work demonstrates how the ideological stances and the associated patterns of thought colour the novels¿ stylistic and narrative devices. The book also presents a new conditional genre metric that not only helps overcome previous impasses within fantastic genre categories but also allows insight into the aforementioned patterns of Atheist and Theist thinking.

Ova knjiga se malim delom bavi religijom, ve¿im delom filozofijom ali ponajvi¿e ateizmom.Zäto bä ateizmom?Zato ¿to ateizam danas podsti¿e negiranje smisla i svrhe kao i podr¿avanje üivanja i läne pameti koji su uglavnom destruktivne prirode.Iz tog razloga, ova knjiga je vrlo poüna za svakoga a ponajvi¿e za ateiste jer ateistima je upravo najte¿e. Mnogi ateisti ¿e izüavanjem ove knjige ste¿i dosta uvida, znanja i iskustva.U raspravama izme¿u ateista i vernika naglasak se ¿esto stavlja na to ko je u pravu i kako logi¿ki uz pomö inteligencije dokazati slabost vere teizma ili ateizma.Mnogi zaboravljaju da je Stvaranje paradoks. Za spoznaju istine potrebna su iskustva i uvidi.Recimo, u ljubavi nema puno logike a opet ljubav se taköe üi i döivljava.U ovoj knjizi imate dosta tekstova uz pomö kojih je autor ¿eleo da prenese ljudima odre¿ene smernice koje ¿e pokazati da ne¿to ne mora biti izrazito ubedljivo ni pametno da bismo stekli uvid i spoznaju istine.To znäi i da banalni i jednostavni dogäaji kriju smisao i istinu.Prema tome, uz pomö ove knjige steknite uvide i mudrost a ne hranu za ego koji te vara da si ovakav ili onakav.Prijatno i üivajte!

In this thought-provoking book, Schurman explores the relationship between agnosticism and religion. Drawing on a wide range of philosophical and theological sources, he argues that agnosticism is not necessarily incompatible with religious belief. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the philosophy of religion or the debates between faith and reason.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"Hayward expresses both the fear and loss, as well as the wonder and liberation, of life after religion." -Cait West, author of RiftEmbark on a transformative journey through this compelling narrative about giving up a belief in God and finding a new, wilder, and more authentic life.Sarah Henn Hayward spent over thirty years as a devoted believer, passionately immersed in her born-again faith. But her search for truth also led her to science, psychology, and social justice. She asked really hard questions and uncovered the hypocrisy around concepts like hell, evolution, and Christian exclusivity.When Hayward realized that she could not continue to believe in God, she ventured out on a journey to find herself again, to let go of fear about the future, to train attention on love and wonder in the present, and to find a life that is very much thriving without belief.Giving Up God is a satisfying read for all the seekers, the curious, and the bold who aren't afraid to question the status quo. It's for wonderers, wanderers, and those brave enough to live into their own truth.

Embark on a journey into the enigmatic realms that lie beyond the brink of mortality in "Exploring the Mysteries of Life and Death." This captivating exploration delves deep into the intriguing phenomenon of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and their profound implications for our understanding of consciousness, the afterlife, and the human experience.In this thought-provoking book, we traverse the vast landscape of NDEs, uncovering their mystifying elements-out-of-body experiences, encounters with radiant light, life reviews, and a profound sense of interconnectedness. These extraordinary accounts often challenge conventional scientific and philosophical paradigms, prompting a reevaluation of what lies beyond this life.From philosophical debates to ethical considerations, this book offers a holistic view of NDEs, examining their impact on beliefs about the afterlife, the nature of consciousness, and the ethical and existential dimensions of human existence. Readers will find themselves contemplating the mysteries of life, death, and the profound journey that may await us all."Exploring the Mysteries of Life and Death" is a compelling fusion of science, philosophy, and spirituality, inviting readers to contemplate the profound and enduring questions that have intrigued humanity for centuries.

The people of Visryan, a global theocratic superpower, lead lives unencumbered by the fear of death. Vexrus, the deity ruling over them, offers a simple deal to his followers: serve the state in your earthly life, and be rewarded in the next. One's afterlife status can even be tracked online.When his friend and co-worker is executed for heresy and possessing banned materials, Marlow Wilson, a faithful bureaucrat working for the Department of Public Spending, investigates, hoping that exposing misconduct will yield afterlife credit.The banned materials, however, call his once-unwavering faith into question, forcing him to reevaluate many of the State institutions he once held sacred. Without god, many aspects of society that would normally be considered necessary to further the noble goal of helping the masses enter eternity, become sinister.

If you think belief in a God of justice and mercyis irrational or unrealistic, would you be glad if you were wrong? If so, this book is for you. Drew Avery guides you to a "basecamp" of sensible, logical, rational faith. A place where you-the agnostic, the "none," the "spiritual"-can leave vagueness behind. A place where you may find new purpose and the needed strength to live a better life and to help make a better world. Raised by atheists, Avery addresses the doubts that he, too, had to learn to doubt and speaks especially to young adults and parents raising children. He challenges atheistic presumptions with humor, counts their social cost, and explains how a theistic awakening can "heal this land."

Deep down, everyone, with very few exceptions, badly wants and needs clarity and assurance, especially when it comes to the deepest most profound existential questions of life--where did we come from (origin)? Why are we here (purpose)? What are we meant to do (morality)? And where are we going (destiny)? Much more, do heaven and hell exist? Is death the end of everything, or is there life in the hereafter? Thousands of Christians, at some point in their lives, admit being in doubt of their faith, especially when confronted with pressing questions on the Bible, God, Jesus, evil, death, suffering, science, evolution, etc. This book was painstakingly written to hopefully help provide philosophical and theological clarity and for them to be academically informed and be better assured of their Christian faith.As for the religious skeptics, and downright anti-theists, they similarly at some point may have been confronted with the same nagging question from the believers--What if you're wrong? This book is also written to enjoin them to assess the bases of their objections and justifications of their disbelief, inspire them to reconsider their positions, and keep an open-minded attitude to the gospel of Christ.

Tim and Kate go on a adventure to fix Kate's teddy and find the giant teapot in the sky. Along the way they meet a host of wonderful characters and ask important questions about what they believe and why they believe in it.