The So-Called Scholars of Rationality: Masters of Preaching, But Not Much Else
October 13, 2024
It’s funny how these so-called intellectuals have turned “preaching against religion” into a full-time gig, isn’t it? At least a thousand “renowned speakers” around the globe dedicate their lives to telling us what we apparently already know—that God doesn’t exist. From YouTube to TEDx to fancy debate forums like Open to Debate, they grace us with their presence, spouting the same rehearsed arguments, collecting applause, and, let’s not forget, hefty checks.
Oh, they’ll tell you they’re trying to “educate” the masses, offering us their grand wisdom. Educate us on what, exactly? That religion is flawed? Newsflash: any adult with half a brain can grasp that concept. Do we really need someone with a Ph.D. in some obscure subject to tell us that invisible men in the sky probably aren’t pulling the strings of the universe?
These “teachers” tend to cherry-pick their debate opponents too, ensuring they win every argument. It’s all a game of maintaining popularity, earning views, followers, and, of course, more money. Their debate opponents are carefully chosen—never too tough, never too controversial, just enough to keep their image shiny and intellectual. It’s almost like a reality TV show—scripted, predictable, and ultimately pointless.
Here’s the thing: believing in a higher power doesn’t make someone dumb. In fact, a devout believer might outsmart one of these supposed geniuses in a very practical way. A believer can walk into a market and buy the best fish with the sharpest negotiations, while the so-called intellectual ends up with overpriced garbage because they think their “enlightened” brain puts them above practical skills. Who’s really winning here?
These scholars claim that they’re out to liberate minds from religious chains. But guess what? It’s not a lack of physical or mental capacity that keeps religion alive. It’s the emotional security it provides—whether it’s a wedding, a funeral, or simply a place to belong. That’s what holds people to their beliefs, not ignorance. You could argue all day about freedom of choice and rationalism, but if these intellectuals were truly committed to change, they’d focus on practical solutions, not endless sermons.
Instead of preaching from podiums and YouTube channels, why not build something tangible? Take cremation, for example—create 10 electric cremation centers, and you might actually shift 10% of the population away from religious rituals. Real change doesn’t come from lectures; it comes from offering better, practical alternatives to what religion provides.
I don’t want to mirror the rationalists who just preach. I encourage anyone who reads this article to form a local group of people to raise funds for cremation centers. Any kind of managerial and project management support will be offered free of charge. No cash involved, and we don’t manage your cash either. Reach me at amn@gmx.us
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