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Originally Posted by DaveMatrix
Consider this, Had you 'not' been raised that way and were an atheist now, would you still want to learn all about Christianity??? Doubt it. All I've seen from you is utter contempt, now I understand why. You had it shoved down your throat.....my experience was just the opposite.
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Actually, I almost certainly would. I'm fascinated by theology. I just happened to be neck deep in it so my interest was satiated (until I started to realize how destructive actually being in the faith was). I still study religion now, as a militant atheist. It brings a new dimension to the field of study, I'll admit, but I'm still studying as much as ever. I don't have contempt for anyone as much as sympathy. I've been there: in the illusion of security and understanding. I once argued with my biology teacher who was, bless her heart, trying to teach evolution to a pastor's son.