Dewey repudiated what he called militant atheism. He felt that people have innate religious qualities, such as compassion for sufferers, an urge to improve life, and a sense of awe before the mysteries of existence. However, by the standards of… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
Let them all believe whatever they want. It is pointless to go on radio shows and wrangle over mystical claims. However, such claims must… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
In the year 415, the woman scientist Hypatia, head of the legendary Alexandria library, was beaten to death by Christian monks who considered her… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
“ Ayer may be considered a practical atheist: one who sees no reason to worship an invisible deity.” — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
Historian Larry Hise notes in his book Pro-Slavery that ministers 'wrote almost half of all defenses of slavery published in America.' He listed 275… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
Is religion a force for good? The evidence of history and the evidence of current events cast doubt on the truism. — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
“A historic transition is occurring, barely noticed. Slowly, quietly, imperceptibly, religion is shriveling in America, as it has done in Europe, Canada, Australia, Japan… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
Dewey repudiated what he called militant atheism. He felt that people have innate religious qualities, such as compassion for sufferers, an urge to improve… — James A. Haught Copy Share Image
