Introduction

[Absurdist]

Hello

My name is Scott and I live in Australia.

I am neither theist nor atheist, but rather adopt a philosophical viewpoint known as absurdism. What this basically means is, I believe that although there may be some deep meaning behind life and the universe, I do not and cannot know exactly what it is. (This is similar to agnosticism)

Having said that, I think that pursuing a better idea about the meaning of life is most worthwhile and noble. Which is what brings me here. I try to talk to as many people as I can in order to enrich my own viewpoint through the introduction of new ideas. I come in the spirit of respect and courtesy to seek discussion and perhaps even debate on matters of morality, philosophy and religion.

I wish all of you the best in your quests to be better people through the word of God.

Peace be with you.

An absurdist

[Fryer Good Shepherd]

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I come in the spirit of respect and courtesy to seek discussion and perhaps even debate on matters of morality, philosophy and religion.

An absurdist

Dear Absurdist,

Unfortunately this is no debate forum. And why? Because they know very well that you cannot win a debate if you are irrational. I for one would love to discuss and debate these interesting matters with you.

Welcome Absurdist!!

The Fryer

[Lost Sheep McUinnean]

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Hello

My name is Scott and I live in Australia.

I am neither theist nor atheist, but rather adopt a philosophical viewpoint known as absurdism. What this basically means is, I believe that although there may be some deep meaning behind life and the universe, I do not and cannot know exactly what it is. (This is similar to agnosticism)

Having said that, I think that pursuing a better idea about the meaning of life is most worthwhile and noble. Which is what brings me here. I try to talk to as many people as I can in order to enrich my own viewpoint through the introduction of new ideas. I come in the spirit of respect and courtesy to seek discussion and perhaps even debate on matters of morality, philosophy and religion.

I wish all of you the best in your quests to be better people through the word of God.

Peace be with you.

An absurdist

Welcome Abturdist,

I open my arms and heart in the knowledge that you are open to new ideas and are willing to learn. As stated, this is not a debate forum, but do feel free to ask lots and lots and lots of questions that our Godly Pastors can answer for you.

I look forward to your learning process friend.

[Absurdist]

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Thank you both.

Rest assured I was not intending on starting any debates.

Friar, I assume you're not a baptist. What faith are you?

[Wide-Open]

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Scott, are you in any way related to this person?

[Absurdist]

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No, Wide-Open, I am not. If I knew this name were so unoriginal I would have picked something else

Mr McUinnean, may I ask what exactly a Linguistics and Translation Consultant does?

[True Disciple]

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Hello

My name is Scott and I live in Australia.

Welcome, Scott.

I believe that although there may be some deep meaning behind life and the universe, I do not and cannot know exactly what it is. (This is similar to agnosticism)

This is, in fact, not as hard a question as it might seem. If you want to know what this "deep meaning" is, just ask God, who, after all, created it. God says that the earth was created to be inhabited (man is the crown of creation, unlike demon-worshiping atheists claim):

Isaiah 45:18:
For thus saith the LORD that created the heavens; God himself that formed the earth and made it; he hath established it, he created it not in vain, he formed it to be inhabited: I am the LORD; and there is none else.

The universe in general was created for God's personal pleasure and glory:

Revelation 4:11:
Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.

So, problem solved. I'm glad to have been of assistance here. Have you thought already about accepting Jesus Christ as your Personal Lord and Savior?

[Lost Sheep McUinnean]

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No, Wide-Open, I am not. If I knew this name were so unoriginal I would have picked something else

Mr McUinnean, may I ask what exactly a Linguistics and Translation Consultant does?

People consult him on matters regarding Linguistics and translation.

[Fryer Good Shepherd]

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What faith are you?

No faith brother, only hope!

[Absurdist]

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Welcome, Scott.

This is, in fact, not as hard a question as it might seem. If you want to know what this "deep meaning" is, just ask God, who, after all, created it. God says that the earth was created to be inhabited (man is the crown of creation, unlike demon-worshiping atheists claim):

Isaiah 45:18:
For thus saith the LORD that created the heavens; God himself that formed the earth and made it; he hath established it, he created it not in vain, he formed it to be inhabited: I am the LORD; and there is none else.

The universe in general was created for God's personal pleasure and glory:

Revelation 4:11:
Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.

So, problem solved. I'm glad to have been of assistance here. Have you thought already about accepting Jesus Christ as your Personal Lord and Savior?

Thank you and hello, True Disciple.

Indeed, creating the world would be somewhat pointless if no one were around to observe and utilise it. Could it not also be said that the universe was created for our pleasure, as well as God's, that we may enjoy it with him?

In fact I have considered Christianity as a faith in the past. It seems like a good religion built on a strong moral bedrock. However I am unable to reconcile theism with my philosophical views. Thank you anyway for your concern for my spiritual well-being.

[Absurdist]

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People consult him on matters regarding Linguistics and translation.

What a helpful tautology!

No faith brother, only hope!

Fair enough, that's kind of where I'm at. Anything in particular you're hoping for?

[True Disciple]

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Thank you and hello, True Disciple.

Indeed, creating the world would be somewhat pointless if no one were around to observe and utilise it. Could it not also be said that the universe was created for our pleasure, as well as God's, that we may enjoy it with him?

For True Christians(tm), who will spend eternity in Heaven with God and Jesus, I think that might very well be true.

In fact I have considered Christianity as a faith in the past. It seems like a good religion built on a strong moral bedrock. However I am unable to reconcile theism with my philosophical views. Thank you anyway for your concern for my spiritual well-being.

Well, Scott, if Christianity is incompatible with your philosophical views, I suggest you reconsider those views. After all, God isn't very fond of philosophy:

Colossians 2:8:
Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.

You surely don't want to go to Hell, do you?

[Cranky Old Man]

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I am neither theist nor atheist, but rather adopt a philosophical viewpoint known as absurdism. What this basically means is, I believe that although there may be some deep meaning behind life and the universe, I do not and cannot know exactly what it is.

So you have found an extremely complicated way to say you hate Jesus?

[Fryer Good Shepherd]

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Anything in particular you're hoping for?

That one day man will see that religion is nothing but a worldview.
That it is the root of many evil.
That man will understand that religion is intrinsically intolerant and therefore incompatible with respect for the other.

[Absurdist]

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You surely don't want to go to Hell, do you?

Definitely not! And i don't think I will. I wont go into why though as that would be inciting debate and I've already received an infraction for "Pretending not to believe the Bible is true".