Well, here's another definition of atheism - emphases mine.
To begin, let us establish a definition for atheism because it is so poorly understood generally. Atheism is simply the absence of a belief, belief in a god, a higher power, a supreme being, etc. It is a state of mind in which the supernatural plays no part. For that reason atheism has no agenda, pursues no goals, and practices no principles. Although the atheist may deny the validity of any one or all of the theistic arguments, he or she does not deny the existence of a god. The existence of such a being remains unproved.
Let it be understood that the atheist does not close the door on the possibility that a god exists. Realizing that the failure of theistic arguments does not absolutely prove that there is no god, and that supposing as much would make one guilty of the fallacy of arguing from ignorance, the atheist remains open to further evidence. Until such proof is forthcoming, however, the atheist remains justified in rejecting theism as a valid concept.
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I'd suppose that an agnostic accepts the existence of the divine - i.e., s/he believes - but is unsure about how, or if, to worship; certainly an agnostic does not follow any established religion.
Which I think rules Greg out.
<edit> and do read down the link... I think we've seen all these arguments used here in the last few weeks! |
