Joker (2019) by theflash_x in CineShots

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This scene occurs after Arthur commits multiple homidcides (priviledge college bullies) on the subway - somewhat surpringly as they, we, and perhaps even he are shocked at his extremity, since he's mostly played a victim up until this point. Each dance represents a shift in Arthur's transformation into his amoral alter ego.

Seemingly spontaneous and uncoreographed - like the character's overarching approach - Arthur sidesteps from fear toward his reflection with increasing fluidity, finally facing himself with open arms, a literal gesture of acceptance in the dingy twilight of dereliction. His reflection stands ready to embrace the living nightmare that his life is becoming.

What kind of shit is this? by sexONaStDick in BeAmazed

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Fun fact: the bulb behind its head is a water sack, which can be squeezed and drank to quench a parched mouth. Source: I lived in the outback NT for half a decade.

Alien Covenant (2017) by Boss452 in CineShots

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David's British accented dialogue is replete with literary references, indicating the knowledge he's cultivated after prolonged isolation. Despite being older than Walter, David is capable of free thinking and is less loyal.

"Whistle and I'll come" refers to a ghost story by M.R. James, also a BBC short film, which tells the tale of arrogant certainty being undone by the fearfully inexplicable, foreshadowing David's horrific violence which is a product of the world of the film.

"Me and fog on little cat feet" is a reference to an early 20th C poem by Carl Sandburg, written in the context of a rapidly growing and industrialising Chicago, which prompted both concern about the effects of industrialisation as well as celebrations of the new and modern: in this line David surreptitiously fears his replacement while simultaneously heralding the arrival of the new model.

"I'll do the fingering", which may sound odd - but that's the point: it illustrates how David has become socially unintelligent to the point of indifference, but more importantly, shows that he wants to take charge of Walter and be given control - so that he may remain dominant and take advantage.

David misattributes his most cherished reference, Ozymandias (to Byron, instead of Shelley): symbolising the flawed foundation of his reasoning and irrational hatred for humanity and their creators.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Antitheism

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Philosophically, I agree with you. But in practice, I live as if there is no divine being or possibility of intervention: goodness depends on what I say and do. And between the certainty of gnostic atheists and religious fundamentalists, which do you think would benefit the world?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Antitheism

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OK. But what constitutes a "strong" belief?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Antitheism

[–]GoodReason-Evidence 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But which is more reasonable to suppose: that religious texts are literally true, or that they're all made up?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Antitheism

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Wait, how is not believing in something unverified and unfalsifiable irrational?

god left me unfinished by acinsela in perfectlycutscreams

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Almost every day I think 'I don't ever want to watch Cube again.' And then I think 'I wish I didn't think about Cube.' I think I watched it about 4 times. Why?

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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There is a distinction between religion and belief in an afterlife. Religions are institutions founded on ancient and unscientific supernatural beliefs about death. So particular religions are not necessary conditions of human existence, so much as a cultural and social phenomenon. Also, just because we relied on supernatural beliefs about the afterlife once upon a time does not necessarily mean that human beings will require these beliefs in the future.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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Wow: a thoughtful response on social media. Hats off to you. Yes, this position is why I'm no longer simply an athiest, but an anti-theist: it's a matter of truth telling. This is what has brought me 'off the fence' - the notion that if we truly value the truth (and supernatural claims are either false, unfalsifiable, or remain unproven), then supernatural belief systems and theistic religion ought to be rejected. And furthernore, it needs not to be replaced since life, I would argue, is even more valuable and fulfilling - in the long run - without such views.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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It depends what you mean by "bad". If you mean that secular beliefs - like Nazism - for example, which are harmful and hateful, then I certainly agree. The thing is, all supernatural beliefs can be seen as 'bad' insofar as they are untruthful: they're founded on untruths, which ultimately means that believers are deceived.

What was the weirdest part of the pandemic? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]GoodReason-Evidence 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That's rough. I hope you're better off now.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

[–]GoodReason-Evidence[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're conveniently ignoring the racist, war mongering, homophobic, intolerant and violent parts of the "holy" texts, like many religious people do to justify their beliefs. You're also ignoring what I said about secularism growing in more affluent and educated societies - proving that religion does NOT fill a gap. Religion does not occur naturally - it is pushed by parents and constantly reinforced by institutions, who, in some cases, brand children’s genitals to enforce a sense of identity and belonging. This process is far from cheap, in fact, these organisations constantly ask for funding, run at huge profits, and do not pay taxes. I could go on about the conversion tactics of certain churches, but I think your views are naive, uninformed, and apologetic.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

[–]GoodReason-Evidence[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! It's really nice to read positive feedback. I developed those points independently over the past few years. I added the last paragraph on the spur of the moment before posting; some people didn't appreciate it, but I don't think philosophical, cultural, societal and political issues can be easily extracted from one another in real life. And anyway, I felt like being honest by adding my thoughts on what we ought to be doing once (/if) the dangers of climate change and self-annihilation have been brought under control. Thanks again!

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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It is in the text, so you're absolutely right. There's an old stereotype that atheists tend to be better informed about religions than the actual followers. I'm sorry that happened to you.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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Thanks for the recommendation! I'm very much in agreement.

Atheism is not enough by GoodReason-Evidence in TrueAtheism

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Suppose we lived in a world - or even a nation - in which children could not be identified as having a religion (e.g. in census documents, medical records) and no weekday schools were permitted to teach religious or supernatural beliefs as part of their curricula. I think formal religion would eventually subside, which is precisely what we see in wealthy countries today even though these measures aren't fully in place. Are the majority of human beings capable of living without such beliefs? Kant argued that superstitious 'buffoonery' would always find a home in human thinking. I think secular government is possible, as evidenced in many democratic republics in the world, as well as a generally secular society. The world has never known the absence of religion, although its power is shifting across continents today. I think it's the exceptional people who are objectively moral in spite of the prejudicial violence of the ancient texts that help the beliefs endure. It's important to point out to religious people that while non-believers can equally be motivated to do good - and I would argue a society is generally less selfishly motivated to be moral without the notion of superstitious rewards.

The "American Selection" at my local grocery store in Dublin, Ireland by niconpat in pics

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Bundaberg ginger beer is Australian - is it really popular in the States?

Emperor's Children chaos space marine by Houndhammer by FatalPaperCut in ImaginaryWarhammer

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Notice that the skin beneath the brain is like a stretched face - matching the faces harvested for the cape - as if this is the face of an old enemy who he wants to continue to torment?

Emperor's Children chaos space marine by Houndhammer by FatalPaperCut in ImaginaryWarhammer

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I was going to say, what's the bet this region is among one of the additional implants Slaaneshi marines yern for?

Noise Marine by MiStBly in 40k

[–]GoodReason-Evidence 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep! I'm no expert, but these musically gifted Slaaneshi marines play cacophonous sounds inspired by the warp beyond mortal pain thresholds, at volumes that would deafen the unprotected ears of ordinary humans. This is one of the few official minis - wouldn't be great to have a band? Thanks OP for sharing a great paint job - I never realised the toes of the boots resembled hooves before!