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Austin Cline has been the guide for About.com's atheist/agnostic section for a decade now. This interview examines his work, motives, and personal perspectives on the state of atheism today.

Before I even begin I want to clear some things up. First off, let's examine the word atheist. According to the Merriam-Webster on line dictionary the entry for the word atheist is; "one who believes that there is no deity".

A description of my opinion of why it is impossible for any person to truly be an atheist.

An interview with Reginald V. Finley Sr.

Even in the advanced democratic and less subjective to the religious right, society of the 21st century, the influence of Christianity in the western world is still a dominant force.

The religious right would have you think all the societal ills of the world and the country arise from a lack of faith in their god. The facts say otherwise.

It is my contention that humanity, in general, needs religion. Whether they practice some form of a major religion like Christianity or Islam, or lean toward Atheism or Agnostic, all people need religion.

There are many misconceptions about what it means to be an atheist and why atheists reject belief in God. Here, I intend to clear some of them up.

Religion has many loopholes inside of it. This is an article discussing my views and interpretations on the subject of religion.

In today's PC world, an overabundance of sympathy has led to hypocrisy that needs to be exposed for what it is. Today's topic: Science.

Authors such as Christopher Hitchens, Sam Harris and Daniel Dennett are taking their religious views public and gaining a surprising popularity amid a majority Christian America.

Three friends submit personality profiles on EHarmony.com only to be told that they are "unable to be matched at this time." The thing all three have in common? They are Atheists.

Hinduism, for the average Westerner in the street, is a pretty strange religion. Here the author attempts to explain, in simple terms, what it is he believes and why.

What is the difference between being agnostic and atheist.

Ever wonder about how titles came about? And why? Have you given up concluding by deductive reasoning, logic or best of them all, faith? Wonder no more, religious foes or God fearers, these answers are as logical and deductive as can be.

This particular narrative discusses my own personal religious journey from being raised religiously, to becoming a die hard atheist, to becoming the philosophically spiritual being I am now. I offer two new insights on how I view God.

Mr. Stolyarov, an atheist, discusses what atheism actually is and dispels the all too frequent misconceptions regarding it. Many persons of religious persuasions assail atheism without truly understanding it.

While I agree that the nature of atheism, as it is modernly observed, is more conducive to "open-mindedness" than the most prevalent forms of religion in the United States, it has nothing to do with the atheist's thirst for facts, or the theist's seeming denial of them.

As a former atheist, I can tell you that nothing would probably annoy an atheist more than telling them that atheism is actually a religion.

Being an atheist is not easy, particularly in the South. You are looked upon with suspicion, some think atheism ranks right up there with devil worship. Not true. You can be a good person, a loving person, a giving person and not be a Christian.

I read Torrey Meeks' article about science trumping religion, and I couldn't help but wonder what might spawn such righteous indignation.

Why do so many Americans consider atheism to be anathema to the American way of life? Let's examine the double standard of the religious American, and investigate the factual basis of the religious right-wing's claims to be more moral than atheist groups.

editorial on Christian Science Fiction

I am an Atheist. Despite the insistence of more than a few people I am, in fact, not an Agnostic. I strongly assert there is no God. Nor do I believe there is any other unifying mysterious inexplicable force in the Universe that I have to accept solely on faith.

I'm asked what my beliefs are quite often when I say I'm not Christian, Agnostic, Atheist, nor any other major religion. So what are my beliefs? I'm a Gnostic Luciferian. What does that mean?

Secular science says that they have not seen any evidence that God exists. But the correct interpretation of Genesis would change that. Among the various theories that science currently has, evolution will probably be the first to fall.

Can you believe in a higher being if you reject religion? Absolutely. It is the "faith" by which I live my life. Allow me to explain.

An analysis of the philosophy of knowledge and the search for truth, under the names religion, philosophy, and art.

This is an interview with an agnostic writer that I held to better understand agnostic views.

Both Atheism and Christianity have their personal and social downfalls. This essay will elucidate these and provide a concise explanation for why agnosticism is a more responsible position to hold.

How can an atheist justify his sense of purpose in life without appeal to God? Is possible to make sense of life's purpose in a universe without a creating deity?

There is so much talk about whether we will see a female president or black president in our lifetime, but wholly ignored is the fact that any politician who identifies himself as an atheist stands no chance at reaching the nation's highest office.

Religion encourages people to look hopefully to a better world to come, minimizing the social problems of their world. A link exists between religious beliefs and societal benefit. But is there a link between religion and adolescent behavior?

Mr. Stolyarov argues that morality is not the exclusive domain of religion, and that it is possible for a moral person to be entirely non-religious. Furthermore, Mr. Stolyarov contends that morality is entirely dependent on conduct, not thought.

I don't come out and tell alot of people that I am an atheist. Why?

Religion

An observation of religious allusions and concepts used for both modern and ancient literature.

Arguing against Christian mythology on logical or rational grounds becomes tiresome; some people are simply blinded by their ignorance. But what happens when we stoop to their level and crack open the Bible? Can we use the Bible against its thumpers?

There are many things about the Christmas holiday that have absolutely nothing to do with the Christian faith.

Atheism and agnosticism are creeds in and of themselves. Any faith or lack of faith without questioning, however, is blind and I do not respect blind faith. So I have begun a process of introspection to question the validity of my beliefs.

Examining agnosticism as a means of improving relations with people and getting more out of life.

Imagine a town where religion and prayer were banned. Could you survive in a town such as this?

Hell was created when early man tried to understand why volcanos killed his family. Centuries later, organized religion thrives on the beliefs created from early man with a mind set of that of a modern day 5 year old.

This is a typical Atheistic response to a Christian asking the question of why an Atheist would put so much effort into disputing something that they do not believe in.

A look at why an atheist is among the most moral of men.

Why do so many Christians feel the need to convert Atheists? Is it because they confuse Atheism with Satanism? Are they trying to save us from a hell we don't believe in with one ounce of our being?

Camp Quest is a summer camp for the children of atheist, agnostic, humanist and other freethinking families. There are now 5 similar camps across the country: California, Michigan, Minnesota, Tennessee and Ontario, Canada.

"Atheism is an attitude, a frame of mind that looks at the world objectively, fearlessly, always trying to understand all things as a part of nature." - Carl Sagan

Last week, I had the opportunity to conduct an interview with Mr. Richard Carrier, who has published several articles, has publicly debated multiple times, has written a book of his own, and has essays appearing in an upcoming book on the historicity of the Resurrection.

It is now only a question of time before God is transferred out of the places of worship and packed off to his final resting place- the museum, where works of primitive minds are stored.

I was never raised under one religion. When I was a child, my parents told me that I was never baptized because they wanted me to choose my own religious path.

Many people wrongly believe that prayer in schools is forbidden. Prayer is allowed in schools; it can't be led by the school faculty or endorsed by the school. There is a significant difference.

Societies are more diverse today than ever before in history. With that diversity and greater gaps in economic standing come misunderstanding, bias, fear and hate.

Teaching unsupported theories as facts is insane. Denying probable reality for the sake of naturalism is foolish, and denies possible truth. Such a practice has harmful affects on students.

What can be said about equity and respect, except possibly clearing up some things from a perspective that I share? Whether others desire to admit it or not, I do so while acknowledging everyone who voices their opinion.

Comments on the Holy Gospel acccording to St. Matthew.

A Review and Commentary of the Book by Francis S. Collins

My Poor Excuse for a Blade knock-off

There is not room for two sources of ultimate truth in the Universe. One is ultimate, the other is irrelevant.

A brief look at the underappreciated husband of Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley... a respected author and poet in his own right.

This article serves as a response to one published in the East Bay Express titled "A Church for the Nonbelievers," by Jonathan Kaminsky. It explains how atheists and agnostics who attend church are defying the very standards they claim to follow.

The things we think we want the most are often neither what we thought they were nor so very hard to find at all. Solutions can arise if we simply look to where they are and not merely where we're told to look.

One web site out there, Church and Choral Sheet Music, offers free Christian sheet music for download. The web site is run by the choral director of St. Clement's on the Hill Anglican Church in Stafford, Brisbane Queensland.

Do you enjoy Christian contemporary music? If you do, think what it would be like to experience three days of entertainment, praise and worship with artists such as Steven Curtis Chapman, the Newsboys and/or Audio Adrenaline.

A review for the new CD, "Nineteen Eighty Seven" from the Christian band Whitecross

Whether you're shopping for yourself, or buying a gift for some else, you'll find lots of great Christian gifts at any of these online retailers:

A look at tensions between religious and political themes in the Christian Commonwealth.

Descriptions of three Christian political thrillers.

To the Christian reader, there are two basic types of fiction: Christian and Secular and the Christian fiction publishing industry is one big monolith. This is definitely not the case. Any claims made by Christian publishers need examination to ensure clarity.

view of a christian metal band

The Christian Events Marketplace is booming! Learn all about it because there is room for you at the top!

Why I Believe a Christian can vote for a Pro-Choice Candidate

Christian debt consolication is Christian in name only and shres the uneithical practises that are industry wide. Be very careful if using any debt consolidation service.

How married christian couples can fall in love all over again and use their love and romance as a great witnessing tool.

Honor your Christian father by providing Christian resources at his fingertips. You'll find a little bit of everything in this list and maybe it will spark some creative ideas of your own to honor your Father.

Christian dating site BigChurch.com boasts nearly 500,000 members, a free basic membership, a Bible verse search and an online interactive magazine.

Many Christian schools will likely seek out great Christian graduation songs with which to send off graduates. Among the popular Christian graduation songs, here are ten that you and/or your school may want to consider!

The Guide to Christian Schools in Fort Worth, Texas reviews several of the top Christian Schools in the Fort Worth, Texas metroplex area.

Each May, Christian high schools plan commencement ceremonies to celebrate the academic achievements of their senior class students. What popular songs might be appropriate for graduation at a Christian high school? Here are our top ten favorites.

Christian loan consolidations work on the same principles as any other, with one big exception: Biblical faith added in.

Raleigh has only a small number of brick and mortar book stores dedicated to the sales of Christian books. This a little surprising for a city deep within the "Bible Belt". The stores that it does have are excellent stores with fine selections.

My life, as anyone else's, has been filled with its own ups and downs. How I discovered Christian Gnosticism is amazing in the sense that I had to experience life's turbulent times while I was older as I lost things I held near and dear while I was younger.

Representatives of two Christian ministries claim they were ejected from Kuztown University in Pennsylvania for sharing their faith with an angry group of students it was reported today.

In this essay, I argue why I support gay marriage, even though I am a Christian. I argue on the separation of church and state, as well as the fallibility of mankind.

The term "christian psychic" is becoming more and more noticable. Are christian psychics really Christian or is this just a way for psychic networks to make more money?

If you survey a random group of people they will each have very specific ideas about what a good Christian should look like.

Christian psychics must be well grounded in their faith.

Christian ficition is a rapidly growing genre on the bookshelves. One of the more popular authors is Ted Dekker. Here's a review of his novel "Showdown."

Officials from a Georgia university were sued in Federal Court Thursday after the school, Savannah State University, had revoked recognition of an on campus Christian ministry the school had accused of "harassment" and "hazing."

The great religious leaders of the Christian faith have given common people something to hold on to an believe in both in their own time and long after their death. This collection of four sayings demonstrates why.

If you are getting married in a church, then Church Steeple shaped chocolates would make a wonderful personal touch as a Christian wedding favor. This Church Steeple made from chocolate are a wonderful wedding favor you can give to all of your wedding guests.

Looking for a school with quality Christian values and a good education for your children or friends? Monclova Christian Academy provides a wonderful learning environment and maintains a low student to teacher ratio.

With the backdrop of witchcraft and soccery, the Harry Potter series has spawned some concerns from Christian leaders. What message does Harry Potter send, and should parents be worried?

Christian Reading Always Carefully Keeps People Off Things (CRACKPOT) Ministries member Andrea Johnson has launched a new ministry to reach out to underprivileged Christian Women. Johnson,

Christian Heritage Academy is not only giving your child great christian values, but also a great education.

There are many online book publishers, but very few who publish only Christian books. After lots of searching, I found Xulon Press and couldn't be happier with their services.