What is the difference between a Christian, a Jew, a Muslim, or any other religion for that matter? The answer is their religious “belief.” Religion is not racial. Every major religion in the world has followers that comprise almost every different race on the planet. It’s all about belief. So I want to convey a…
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No, the U.S. is NOT a Christian Nation
The answer to this question might surprise you, but this article might offend you. Try to understand that what you are about to read will ultimately empower you, but to receive; you must complete it. I have to approach this topic in the manner presented for a specific reason. This reason will become apparent in…
Deism: An Intellectual Religion
Are you an intellectual? Deism has been known as “the religion for intellectuals” for centuries. So, what sets Deism apart? Why does it hold such a reputation? First and foremost, let us define “intellectual.” An intellectual is: It makes sense. Deism strongly emphasizes scientific and rational thinking. It recognizes the importance of evidence and reason…
How to Become and Practice Deism
Deism is a way of understanding the world and our place in it. The entire belief system is based on individual thought and reflection. However, many people wonder about how they can convert to Deism or if there is anything special that must be done to practice Deism. If you’re interested in becoming a Deist…
Rant: The World is NOT 6000 Years Old
The world is not 6000 years old. I don’t want to get into a religious debate here. Religion is important to many people, and just like anything else, even reason will not shake those who are truly devout anyway. That said, a series of recent comments have sparked a rant, and here I am. Keep…
Know This About The U.S. Founders
The American population has a peculiar understanding of American history, largely due to omissions in public education – likely for political reasons. One example is the lack of knowledge about the thousands of black slave owners. Another is the belief that “In God, We Trust” was a foundational phrase when it was not added to…
Deism: No Church – No Authority
Deism is a belief system that emphasizes the use of reason and personal observation to understand the natural world and the existence of a higher power. Unlike many other religious systems, Deism does not have a centralized authority or require its followers to attend church. Instead, Deists rely on their individualized understanding of the world…
Neo-Deism FAQ
An FAQ post is necessary. This is evidenced by the various confusing posts about Neo-Deism found on the internet. Here are some answers to some of the more common questions about Neo-Deism. Is Neo-Deism another name for Modern Deism? No. Modern Deism is an extension of Classical Deism and loosely follows Lord Herbert’s Five Articles….
Is Deism a Religion? The Answer Might Surprise You.
There seems to be a lot of debate on this matter. It is true that, in a classical sense, Deism would not be considered a religion. However, this position is somewhat unfair in the grand scheme of things and has led (at least in part) to its omission from various religious studies. Consider this: religion…