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Originally posted by Ntrox
I do not believe in any Deity, nor would I acknowledge one if He came down in that golden chariot. Sure, He would exist, proof being in the "being", but I would not follow that Deity or swear allegience.
To quote your post: "How can one deny (to declare untrue) the existence of God without proof?"
How can anyone worship something that is not proven to exist? It works both ways. If I create an idol and worship it, you would laugh at me. However, how can you be sure my Deity is not real? You sure as hell cannot prove yours is :D
Personally I think I am more realistic in not worshiping and believing in something intangible.
I think we may be tripping over misunderstanding in definition. As above, religious zealots and Athiests must rely upon faith (believe without proof). No true Athiest would admit to the possibity that any God could come down on his chariot. Atheists have faith that no God exists.