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The first book I read in my mission to really understand the GOD QUESTION. Granted, I'll probably be pretty slanted toward the nay-sayers, especially since reading more about quantum physics (for dummies). Letter to a Christian Nation is what the title suggests--it's short, direct, unapologetic and probably meant by the author to actually get people reading and debating the issue more. Especially the Christian majority who, regardless of their level of fervor, simply cannot find a winning argument. They always simply refer to the bible. In all honesty, I wish I did believe in God, it would be a pleasure to have something or someone to turn to in times of need or sadness. But it's just so crystal clear: anyone with even a hint of rationality cannot accept many, if not most, of what is in the bible. It doesn't make any sense. What scares me is that the majority of the US population would like the 10 Commandments in every school room! The majority are actually comfortable with government being based on Christian standards. Anyway, if it's a short, succinct argument on why people don't need Jesus to be good people, or even really smart people, this is it. I'm graduating to Richard Dawkins Blind Watchmaker and God Delusion. I expect to read yet more evidence and a trip down Darwin's evolution highway.
patricia h posted this review Monday, May 12 2008.
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