Originally posted by RJHinds“...They now have microevolution and
The definition of evolution keeps changing over time and has
different meanings depending on who is using it and in what
context it is being used. They now have microevolution and
macroevolution to confuse the issue. So the degree of change
and how the change takes place is always the issue. If everyone
who says they believe in evolution could agree ...[text shortened]... ange can be explained in some other term, since the term "evolution"
can be so misleading.
macroevolution to confuse the issue ...”
it is only “confusing” to those with insufficient intelligence to understand such clear definition.
The definition of biological evolution hasn't changed much since Darwin's time.
“...What was once called adaptation is now considered evolution to many. ...”
if it is an adaptation through mutation then that IS evolution dummy. What do you claim is the difference?
“...The same goes for mutations, if it is believed to be of some benefit to
an organism. ...”
do you deny that a mutation can be beneficial? -the fact that most aren’t is irrelevant because “most” does not equate with “all”.
Originally posted by Andrew HamiltonA perfect example of what I mean. I rest my case.
“...They now have microevolution and
macroevolution to confuse the issue ...”
it is only “confusing” to those with insufficient intelligence to understand such clear definition.
The definition of biological evolution hasn't changed much since Darwin's time.
“...What was once called adaptation is now considered evolution to many. ... ...[text shortened]... eneficial? -the fact that most aren’t is irrelevant because “most” does not equate with “all”.
Let the jury decide.
Originally posted by sonhouseThere is an old saying by soldiers, "You can't find atheist in foxholes".
What is your definition of 'naturalism'?
Are you saying they find meaning in evolution outside of religious dogma? I think the religious set demands atheism to not have meaning in life, something I find abhorrent, disingenuous and arrogant to boot. And I don't even claim to be atheist.
Originally posted by RJHindsAtheists decide whether to lie or not based on their own conscience. Theists decide whether to lie or not based on whether they think they can get away with it eg buy their way out of it through faith etc.
Atheist don't see any problem with lying since they
believe there is no God to answer to. But they are
wrong.
In my experience atheist do not, on average, lie more than theists. I also think the amount people actually lie has more to do with how they were brought up than their religion, though it is clearly a combination of both factors.
Originally posted by FMFFMF says:
Thank you for this information about your personal hopes and speculations. You remind me of a poster called Dasa.
"Death anxiety is felt by many of the living precisely because no one has ever died and then subsequently shared the tale with the living. What's there to fear? Answer: the unknown."
Thank you for this information about your personal beliefs and speculations.
You remind me of many other posters in this forum. 😕
Originally posted by josephwFor me to contend that we die is certainly not a speculation, nor is it a 'personal belief'. Everyone dies. Clearly. Meanwhile you speculate that you will live forever based on your own unsubstantiated personal beliefs. I think your retort falls short.
Thank you for this information about your personal beliefs and speculations.