Is not the biggest absurdity of life – the fact that it ends ?
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A possible conundrum arises, between religion and evolution
(Just a thought!)
The human condition, and the genius of Alexander Pope
(from September 24, 2010) Philosopher-poet, Alexander Pope was an 18th century critical genius, at dissecting the human condition. In a short series, I’ll be coming back to Mr. Pope, in parsing some very important – and oft quoted – works of particularly unique insight, that are still revered today. So, by way of introduction, for those who’ve never been touched by the depth…
Dan Barker – vs – Fox News, and Today’s Quote
But far more numerous was the herd of such, Who think too little, and who talk too much. — John Dryden Listen, as Freedom From Religion Foundation’s Dan Barker, corrects the historical inaccuracies, and goes on to parry the insipid arguments made by one of Fox News’ lamest lemmings, over his support for the legal injunction that halted…
Carl Sagan – on Evolution, and Today’s Quote
The terrible thing about the quest for truth, is that you find it. — Remy de Gourmont Evolution – It’s a Fact Of Life
Video – Symphony of Science, plus Today’s Quote
Man is the only animal for whom his own existence is a problem, which he has to solve. — Erich Fromm We Are All Connected
Michael Specter’s Ted Talk on DENIALISM, plus Today’s Quote
Science is a differential equation; religion is a boundry condition. — Alan Turing Today’s Spotlight, is on Michael Specter. From the bio on his own website, he is a New Yorker Staff Writer Covering Science, Technology, and Public Health Issues. He is also the author of the book DENIALISM, out this past November, and sub-titled:…
Under-Appreciated Talent, plus Today’s Quote
Fear not those who argue, but those who dodge. — Dale Carnegie Of course, it’s all over the web. But still, when I come across this kind of talent — specifically the ability to write about the kind of stuff that leaves me thinking “Damn . . . I wish I’d said that,”– I simply have to…
Ode to Sarah P – Reloaded
Would that well-thinking people should be replaced, by thinking ones. — Natalie Clifford Barney I’ve added a new page – Eclectic* – where I’ve re-posted a bit of poetry that I originally published on my other site — 2 Bites of the Apple — and under my alter-ego, Rushhumble. I’ve also linked-back to a few articles, posted on this (previous) blog. 🙂 …
Modern Atheist .org 