Category Archives: Theology/Philosophy

Morality, Intolerance, and Political Correctness

Posted on March 13, 2008 by Pete

I’ve become increasingly aware of a trend within our society to classify moral stances as intolerant. I guess I should correct that and say that these moral stances are classified as intolerant at best, and as bigotry at the worst. In … Continue reading →

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Quick hits

Posted on March 10, 2008 by Pete

The British have a camera that can detect objects concealed under clothes. (Also here.) Using the characteristic frequencies of low-level electromagnetic radiation emitted by all objects, such a camera can detect weapons, distinguish flour from cocaine, and pinpoint explosives. Britain is already … Continue reading →

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Galileo to Have a Statue in the Vatican

Posted on March 5, 2008 by Pete

It’s true! The Catholic church is formulating an apology after nearly four hundred years. Okay, maybe it’s not a true apology, but at least they’re admitting that their treatment of Galileo was wrong. If you’re unfamiliar with the situation, Galileo  … Continue reading →

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Quick Hits

Posted on December 29, 2007 by Pete

Are Allah and God the same? Malaysia says no. I tend to agree with Malaysia, but for vastly different reasons. The ultimate man-bait is used to entrap a Columbus, OH firefighter. Note that I said entrap; in no way do … Continue reading →

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Peace and Islam – The Biggest Con Job in History

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Pete

If you haven’t heard already, Benazir Bhutto is dead. She is a former Prime Minister of Pakistan, scion of a family known for leadership in that country’s government, and until recently, had been living in exile due to charges of … Continue reading →

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All Is Not Quiet on the Western Front…

Posted on October 16, 2007 by Pete

Of late, I’ve been having some troubling thoughts regarding the philophical underpinnings of my worldview. I’ve been doing extensive research and reading into the origins of both the universe and our species, and I’m finding myself led to some troubling … Continue reading →

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LOLCat Bible – Sacrilege or Divine Humor?

Posted on October 12, 2007 by Pete

Everyone who uses the internet is familiar with the LOLCats, right? It appears that some twisted group of individuals have now undertaken a project to create a wiki to translate the Bible (i.e. the Holy Word of God) into LOLCat … Continue reading →

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What makes us "human?"

Posted on September 26, 2007 by Pete

We’re human because we use our intelligence for altruistic purposes, up to and including over-riding our survival instincts for the benefit of others. Discuss.

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Only the soul matters in the end…

Posted on May 4, 2007 by Pete

I was speaking with a co-worker the other day about the nature of man.  After a discussion about his aging mother-in-law, I was filled with a deep sense of sadness, so I asked the question:  “Are we really more than … Continue reading →

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Darwin Day is Monday, February 12

Posted on February 9, 2007 by Pete

*sigh* If you’ve read my “About” section, then you know that I am a trained scientist.  I also had the benefit of a wonderful education as an undergrad at a private institution that valued liberal arts as well as scientific training.  … Continue reading →

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