IF Eve came from Adam's rib, wouldn't that mean they shared the same DNA?(Of course I don't buy this crap story) but knowing what we know about DNA wouldn't that make Adam and Eve incestuous?

If this is not the case, wouldn't it be better if God made Eve from dirt independently, without Adam's rib? (Not speaking as if I believe this crap, just merely arguing that the logic of the story makes no sense)

What DOES make sense is that women were, back in ancient times, were subordinates to men. So the Eve character had to be dependent on the male "IE" need HIS resources "rib" to survive "life".

The Adam and Eve story is not a page out of history, it is a myth reflecting the culture of the people who wrote it.

BTW FOLKS, your OT is based on Hebrew scripture and most Jews do NOT claim that EVE was the first woman.

Hello there,

I've just got some very exciting news: Richard Dawkins will be visiting my home town of Inverness in April. He'll be having on on-stage conversation with Paula Kirby for one hour followed by a questions and answers section also lasting an hour - the usual fayre.

http://richarddawkins.net/event,216,Eden-Court-Theatre-Inverness

I'd say we have a high number of churches for our relatively low population, but I really don't see any cause for concern.

I just have a few questions for those of you fortunate enough to have attended one of his lectures in the past:

• Are there usually many Christian leaflet distributors outside the venue? I have a Christian friend who will be among the ranks. I assume most of the people going will be strong in their opinions of religion already - I don't see a few leaflets converting anybody.
• Does he tend to stick around at the end and speak to individuals? It's unlikely that I'd have the courage to talk to him though - after all, he is my god! =P =D
• When asking a question, is it advisable to mention how enlightened you feel as a Christian turned atheist? I certainly wouldn't pass up the opportunity - it might surprise the cross-clutchers who believe atheists are satan-spawn.

I look forward to the event and I do hope I get tickets. Apparently they're going fast.

I assume this is correct, but is it fair to assume that to be an atheist, you must be a materialist?? That follows correct?? Atheism requires that all things are the result of a "natural material process"? Anything else could be construed as non-natural or rather "super natural".

Ontario court rejects religious exemption to helmet law

A Sihk man's challenge to Ontario's mandatory helmet law has failed.  His beliefs forbid him from wearing anything over his turban, which earned him a ticket a few years ago while riding his motorcycle.  He tried to have the law overturned on religious grounds, claiming that it was discriminatory against devout Sikhs.

The lawyer for his side said:

I call bullshit.  It would be religious discrimination if you said that Sikhs were banned from driving at all, or that Buddhists couldn't be doctors.  Whatever happened to everyone being treated equally under the law?  Why does choosing to believe something mean you get to be exempt from the hardships you take on from holding that belief?  What's next, kosher pork?

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 I am a Christian.

(born again, protestant.. etc. if you must be picky)

When I saw this website I had some strong feelings....much in the same way many of you would to see a religious one.

I just felt like writing this.... 

a few statements.

My wish is simply that you will understand it.

I will have my Faith no matter what I hear or see, and would not be "deconverted" upon pain of death.

Why you ask?

It's something you would quite surely call "Irrational"......

My Faith is a love for Jesus Christ.

I'm sure you have heard or can understand a metaphor here of falling in love with a person, and behaving irrationally with love for them??

It is quite like that.

This faith is more than 20 dollar words explaining a deep theological argument....

It is more than convincing someone of creationism or even the existence of God....

It's more even than debating the truth of the word of God....

It is truly a loving relationship. Something words can hardly describe - another place where a metaphor of love for a person comes through.

Why are christians so set on "forcing their beliefs" (as you would put it) on others?

This is also based on love.

I'm sure you will say "so are our arguments - we want to lovingly free you from your beliefs"

Free us to what end??

Ask any true believer and they will tell you they are completely, and fully happy with their religious standing.

The hourglass is nearly empty. The Great Tribulation has begun and Armageddon looms in the very near future. There are a total of TWO things that you need in order to obtain Eternal Life and Man-Made Religion is not one of them. (1) An Acceptance of Christ as Lord and Savior. (2) A Good Heart Condition.

We urge those who wish to obtain Eternal Life in Christ's Kingdom to read the following very important message. We don’t aim to twist arms or convince anyone of anything they aren’t ready or willing to believe as their hearts will ultimately dictate what they perceive to be truth. However, it is also our responsibility to warn those who do not accept this Truth, will face Judgment at Armageddon. For this reason we pray that the eyes and hearts of all who read our message are opened to the Truth whether that is now, or in the near future when our words come to pass.