Dr. Richard Carrier of the University of California, Berkley and Columbia University addresses some popular, common claims by Christians and Theists about truth and existence. In just under 12-minutes he touches on six different theistic domains then offers sound, rational rebuttals to how and why they are erroneous and explains the significantly better, scientific solutions to those domains with very tangible, requisite support. The six domains Carrier addresses:

• Creationism-Grand Design
• The Nature of the Universe/Cosmos – Suitable/Not Suitable for Life?
• Evolution
• Consciousness & Souls
• Moral Values
• Resurrection & Visions

Please watch the short clip. It is well worth it.

Dr. Sam Harris, an American philosopher and neuroscientist from Stanford University and UCLA grad school, gives a powerful critique of ancient, to medieval, to modern religion, particularly on the three Abrahamic religions today. Harris strongly urges humanity to change tact, to break the seemingly never-ending conflicts and wars since the Bronze Age. “[Harris] calls for a shift from uncritical respect for faith to rational evaluation, urging us to confront the real-world impact of religious doctrines.” Watch this provocative 15-min video. You will walk away changed.

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