The Seven-Letter-Word
Call me an atheist, if you will, but do know this…
Doing so is too narrow a charge of contempt… I am also an infidel, heathen, heretic, blasphemer, and apostate.
Call me an atheist, if you will, but do know this…
My non-belief is not casual or wishy-washy in the least… I am also a non-theist and anti-theist.
Call me an atheist, if you will, but do know this…
I am also an agnostic, skeptic, freethinker, humanist, scientist, rationalist, naturalist, ecologist, feminist, secularist, existentialist, and libertarian.
Call me an atheist, if you will, but do know this…
Doing so tells you almost nothing about who I am, what my ethics are, and what I stand for.
Call me an atheist, if you will, but do know this…
I love life.
I love myself.
I care about my fellow creatures.
And I have a DEEP REVERENCE for science, knowledge, freedom, honesty, beauty, opportunity, gratitude, integrity, creativity, curiosity, friendship, adventure, diversity, community, humility, generosity, fair play, enjoyment, thrift, forgiveness, understanding, spontaneity, affection, passion, empathy, autonomy, responsibility, reason, justice, courage, and compassion…
each and every one of the above quite capable of standing on its own merits without sanction from any “authority”, earthly or divine.
But even more to the point…
My reverence for, and my motivation to practice, all the above requires no appeal to belief in the unbelievable.
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Frank J Peter View All →
A uniquely burdened and blessed citizen of the world thinking and acting out loud!
LOVE THIS!! Every sentence resonates with me.
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Music to my ears, Stephanie! Resonance, not to be confused with group think and conformity, right?! : ) I am glad you found our little circle of friends here and that we found you, too! Thanks and peace.
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Excellent Frank. You not only allowed us to get a better understanding of who you are and what you believe, you have also accurately described me as well. I don’t like people labeling me for the very reason you stated above:
“Doing so tells you almost nothing about who I am, what my ethics are, and what I stand for.”
Exactly. Well done sir.
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Your resonance means a lot, Ben. It heartens me to know that people like you are out there. Thanks and peace.
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Your new sobriquet…Swami Frank Peter. Perfect! And me too…
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As always, I have to keep the dictionary handy when you post or chime in, Jim! Thanks for the nod and good humor, man.
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Nah. I’ll just stick with Frank. You may call yourself whatever you want.
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Bill, you’re alright! Glad you’re here, man.
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Please send this to Humanist orgs around the world. It should be published.
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WOW… I am both humbled and inspired by your vote of confidence, John. Thanks and peace, my friend.
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You’re welcome, but seriously, this is the best statement of being (for us un-believers) I’ve seen. Just sent Prof. Paul Braterman an email seeing if he can forward a name in the UK Humanists. They’re large, might be a good starting point.
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I am deeply honored by your words of appreciation and generosity, John.
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Paul wrote back. He is a member, but doesn’t really know anyone specifically inside whom to contact. He suggested just contacting them directly through their website, and see what happens. He also suggested contacting Stephen Law, who would probably know a bit more (I know he’s more active with them, and we do talk regularly. Paul actually introduced me to him), but he’s off gallivanting around mountaintops (in Scotland, I think) for a few weeks. If you’re keen, there’s no harm in trying them directly. Let me know how it goes, if you do try.
https://humanism.org.uk/
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John, have I told you lately how incredibly awesome you are?
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LOL. Stunning would be actually getting a name 😉
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*Thunderous applaud*
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Good to know there are a few of us on this planet who get it, Victoria. Glad you are here, my dear.
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The feeling is mutual, Frank.
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I’m hooked. Staying tuned!
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Glad that you are here, Bruce. Thanks and peace.
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