Critical thinking and education is linked to loss of faith
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Generally, the more religious one is, the less educated they are. Those who happen to be both educated and religious such as theologians, are largely disingenuous and intellectually dishonest-victims of cognitive dissonance and mental gymnastics. They can easily apply their critical thinking skills to all other forms of magical thinking and religious beliefs separate from their own, but fail to apply the same reasoning to their own beliefs. Now of course religious zealots will mention the commonly over-used and stale argument of the Catholic Church being behind most of the world’s scientific advancements and education, but that in itself is a form of post hoc fallacy. Deconstructing is by no means easy, but this lady has done it here after many years of being a Christian:
In America, Does More Education Equal Less Religion?
Overall, U.S. adults with college degrees are less religious than others on some measures. However, Christians with higher levels of education appear to be just as religious as those with less schooling.www.pewresearch.org
Christians in U.S. Are Less Educated Than Religious Minorities, Report Says (Published 2016)
A Pew Research Center survey of 151 countries found wide gaps in education among major religions, including among Christians and minority faiths in the United States.www.nytimes.com
I recently came across a Facebook post that one of my cousins had made in response to some other post she had read...
Kind of a long way around, to explain, but she had responded to a post that was inviting those interested in combatting the "Deconstruction Movement." -- Personally, I didn't even know that there was such a thing as a deconstruction movement, but apparently it is very concerning and threatening to the church et. al. who feel they must "combat" it. In other words, there are some in the church who think it is there mission to prevent people from thinking.... or from 'wrong-thinking' which they define as thinking 'out loud' about things that make one question the orthodox Christian doctrine and dogma. It's quite paranoid, and quite-telling. Almost like they recognize that many 'beliefs' simply cannot stand up to honest scrutiny.
Often as simply as peer pressure within these institutions of higher learning. To oppose the group-think within these schools of thought is to face ridicule, scorn, down-grading, -even persecution. You have to go along, to get along. It's essentially intellectual grooming that goes on in such places-- often from kindergarten to college infinity and beyond.
Wrangler
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No. Rather I suggest what I experienced is what billions also have and that is available to you IF you repent.
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i would argue that belief and critical thinking dont, but faith might be a diff story?
Faith is driving down a two lane highway with another coming at you at 65, with only a dbl yellow line to separate you
perhaps
my beliefs are pretty much all crap imo; but my faith is a diff thing
as support i would ref the five diff kinds of belief (OT) but only one kind of faith
lol..... is that your belief? Have you thought it through?
In America, the More Educated You are, the Less Religious You Are - World Religion News
Are you less religious if you’re more educated? Pew has found the general notion of the highly educated being less religious is actually true[/tweetit] based on a new study they conducted. However, the research has also uncovered some complicated and conflicting facts as well. It seems, despite...
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And what about the billion others who have experienced totally different? Buddha experienced nirvana by letting go of desire. If you can let go of your desires, you too can experience nirvana.
My experience is that I reached enlightenment after letting go of all my preconceived notions of anything, including enlightenment. Enlightenment is available to you IF you let go.
Why would your experience be more valid than mine and why would mine be more valid than yours?
In America, the More Educated You are, the Less Religious You Are - World Religion News
Are you less religious if you’re more educated? Pew has found the general notion of the highly educated being less religious is actually true[/tweetit] based on a new study they conducted. However, the research has also uncovered some complicated and conflicting facts as well. It seems, despite...www.worldreligionnews.com
Did you actually read the study, or just the headline?
Contrary to what is generally believed, these Christians are just as likely to be religious when they are highly educated as they would be even if they have studied only up to high school. Shockingly, it is the highly educated Christians who are more likely to attend regular church services than Christians with less education.
Did you read that? ^^^^ Do you understand it?
However, it is also true that college graduates are more likely to say they are atheists than those who are not when the population as a whole is considered. This once again brings us back to the basic premise that the higher the education level, the lower the adherence to religion. 11 percent of college graduates identify themselves as non-believers whereas only 4 percent of Americans with only a high-school education say so.
Did you do the math here? ^^^^ That is saying that (according to the study) fully 89% would identify as "believers."
Your study is encouraging.
Wrangler
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One coin. Two sides.
Hey Romanov, you have one coin with a heads and a tails. How many sides of the coin do you have?
Wrangler
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It is not possible to not believe in something. You believe there is nothing to believe in.
Most atheists are nihilists as you are. This explains why so many atheists are depressed.
Why. Because knowledge (Accurate compression) quells the war of belief's they have been using to understand reality.
quietthinker
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My statement is definitive. It's not up for debate :)
....an addition for its support; all cultures throughout time have understood this even though their imagination of God was/ is portrayed in the image of the deceiver.
If you’re not willing to debate about your statements, how will you ever grow wiser and learn?
Isn’t it a sign of humility when one is willing to debate their own beliefs?
Wrangler
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quietthinker
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so, one cannot be humble unless one is willing debate?
It is pertinent to recognise when a given is not up for debate.......that is wisdom
whitemorning
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In my opinion, education and religion are closely related things. Educated people should know more about religion and vice versa. There are moments when you don't really want to study. Then you should use support original essay help httрs://essayshark.com/ and devote your free time to spiritual development. Going to church or to the pool is very useful for the body and health.
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I think that the relationship between critical thinking and faith is a complex and multifaceted issue. On one hand, critical thinking can help individuals question and challenge their beliefs, which can lead to a deeper and more authentic understanding of their faith.
However, I can also see how an overemphasis on critical thinking and rationality can sometimes lead to a loss of faith. In today's society, there is often a tendency to prioritize scientific and empirical evidence over religious or spiritual beliefs, which can create a perceived conflict between faith and reason.
I believe that it's important to strike a balance between critical thinking and faith, and to recognize that both have a place in our lives. Rather than viewing critical thinking as a threat to faith, we can see it as a valuable tool for exploring and deepening our beliefs.
At the same time, we should also acknowledge the limitations of rationality and recognize that faith involves more than just intellectual understanding. Ultimately, I think that finding a healthy and balanced relationship between critical thinking and faith requires openness, humility, and a willingness to engage in thoughtful and respectful dialogue with others.
However, I can also see how an overemphasis on critical thinking and rationality can sometimes lead to a loss of faith. In today's society, there is often a tendency to prioritize scientific and empirical evidence over religious or spiritual beliefs, which can create a perceived conflict between faith and reason.
I believe that it's important to strike a balance between critical thinking and faith, and to recognize that both have a place in our lives. Rather than viewing critical thinking as a threat to faith, we can see it as a valuable tool for exploring and deepening our beliefs.
At the same time, we should also acknowledge the limitations of rationality and recognize that faith involves more than just intellectual understanding. Ultimately, I think that finding a healthy and balanced relationship between critical thinking and faith requires openness, humility, and a willingness to engage in thoughtful and respectful dialogue with others.
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