In what way? I ask because I know plenty of "religious" people who are downright crappy human beings.Quote:
Originally Posted by TAVS
I read The Republic, and I don't remember reading him say this. Granted, it's been several years since I read it, but in any case, that line of thinking is based on Christian theology. Plato lived before the birth of Jesus, so the idea of being punished for not believing in God (or rewarded for your belief in) wasn't even invented yet. I will agree that Plato later had a very large influence on Christian theology, though.Quote:
Originally Posted by TAVS
I agree with you, but you can't talk yourself in to being a believer if you simply don't believe. Have you ever tried convincing yourself that Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny is real?Quote:
Originally Posted by TAVS