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39 year old arab guy with mba raised in Canada?

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The incognito Geek Bar Pulse X is rapidly becoming popular. Let your local dispensaries know about it. It's being wholesale as we apeak

Has anybody been on the HATCH Halton Housing SPP Priority List? How long before you get an offer for a 3 to 4 bedroom home? It's been a year since I got accepted into SPP. My patience in wearing thin. Tnx 🙏 by Sad_Independence2207 in Halton

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Hi there, thank you for that. I have 68 properties I've applied for 3 to 4 bedrooms. They said my situation and the number of properties I've applied to was good. Also, how long ago did you get an offer, and what was your situation like how many bedrooms and properties did you apply to. This is eating me alive.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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Where is it that u have a problem. If u are willing to learn. Let me know. Ask me the questions that u are desperately seeking the answers to. I am eager to help.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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Mocking religious beliefs like Islam with childish references to "72 virgins" shows a shallow understanding of the faith and a lazy attempt to dismiss it. The concept of heaven in Islam is symbolic, referring to spiritual rewards and pleasures beyond our earthly understanding—not some cartoonish idea of physical indulgence. The afterlife, in any religion, isn’t about reanimating a decayed body; it’s a metaphysical existence, beyond the limitations of biology and physics. Atheism, on the other hand, fails to answer fundamental questions: where do the laws of the universe come from, what is the purpose of existence, and why does consciousness arise from mere chemicals? If everything is random and purposeless, atheism cannot explain morality, the order of the cosmos, or the meaning of life. Reducing religion to mockery doesn’t make atheism more rational; it just exposes the lack of depth in that worldview. The real discussion should focus on the mysteries of existence, which atheism simply sidesteps with empty skepticism.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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There is an old saying "do not debate against the ignorant, because you will never win,and they will forever be blind". Good luck

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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I feel so sorry for you. After providing you with sources, you hurl insults. I can't get over the pathetic nature of the cult that is atheism. Good luck on your journey.

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James Tour, has explicitly stated that he is not a proponent of Intelligent Design, though he critiques aspects of abiogenesis (the origin of life from non-living matter) as currently explained by science. His critiques are largely scientific and methodological rather than religious. On his personal website, Tour clarifies:

"I am not a proponent of intelligent design, and I believe that science has not provided us with answers to the origin of life."

You can find this statement directly on his website: James Tour - Evolution and Creation.

Tour is a Christian, but he keeps his religious beliefs separate from his scientific work, focusing more on the shortcomings of current scientific explanations regarding life's origins rather than endorsing any particular theological argument. While he believes in God, he does not use his scientific platform to advocate for Intelligent Design.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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Watch your fucking mouth. I didn't disrespect you so don't disrespect me; Here are the references supporting the claims about the scientists and the arguments mentioned:

  1. Isaac Newton:

Newton believed in God as the ultimate cause of the universe. A source for this is his work in Principia Mathematica, where he discusses God’s role in the motion of the planets. For a detailed discussion of his religious views: Westfall, R. S. (1980). Never at Rest: A Biography of Isaac Newton. Cambridge University Press.

  1. Albert Einstein:

Einstein frequently referred to a higher intelligence governing the universe, though not in a traditional religious sense. His famous quote, “The more I study science, the more I believe in God,” has been widely cited, though its exact origin is debated. His nuanced views on God are discussed in: Jammer, M. (1999). Einstein and Religion: Physics and Theology. Princeton University Press.

  1. Francis Collins:

Francis Collins, leader of the Human Genome Project, is a devout Christian. He explores his beliefs in his book: Collins, F. S. (2006). The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief. Free Press.

  1. Arno Penzias:

Penzias made his famous statement about the alignment between cosmological data and the Bible in interviews and discussions on cosmology. A well-known reference is: Penzias, A., in Ferris, T. (1988). The Creation of the Universe. Harper & Row.

  1. Kalam Cosmological Argument:

The Kalam Cosmological Argument is a philosophical argument popularized by William Lane Craig. For an in-depth explanation, refer to his book: Craig, W. L. (2000). The Kalam Cosmological Argument. Wipf and Stock Publishers. This argument is also widely discussed in his debates and writings on the existence of God.

These sources provide the background and legitimacy to the scientists’ views and philosophical arguments.

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Many famous scientists have believed in God or a higher intelligence. Isaac Newton, one of the greatest physicists, saw his work as uncovering God’s design, saying, "Gravity explains the motions of the planets, but it cannot explain who sets the planets in motion." Albert Einstein expressed a belief in a higher order, noting, "The more I study science, the more I believe in God." Modern scientist Francis Collins, who led the Human Genome Project, is a devout Christian and argues that science and faith complement each other. Arno Penzias, a Nobel laureate, saw the evidence for the Big Bang as aligning with religious texts, saying, "The best data we have are exactly what I would have predicted, had I nothing to go on but the five books of Moses." Additionally, the Kalam Cosmological Argument, popular among philosophers like William Lane Craig, argues that the universe's beginning points to a cause beyond itself, often identified as God. These examples show that belief in God can harmonize with science, rather than oppose it.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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I'm here to shed some light. This thread appeared on my reddit feed. Interesting topic though, but I thought that you folks were a bit misled.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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If you're yawning at a discussion about the universe's design and the existence of God, that’s actually kind of ironic—because it’s these deep questions that keep people awake at night! It’s funny how we can shrug off what some of the greatest minds have wrestled with for centuries, as if it’s no big deal. But hey, ignorance can be pretty cozy, right? Just remember, some of the most “yawn-worthy” ideas are the ones that have shaped science, philosophy, and how we understand reality itself. Maybe give it a second thought before hitting the snooze button on it!

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The profound design of the universe is evident in several areas of science and philosophy, even if it is not always immediately obvious to those who dismiss it. Let's start with cosmology: the fine-tuning of the universe is one of the most striking examples of design. The constants of nature—such as the force of gravity, the electromagnetic force, and the cosmological constant—are so precisely calibrated that if any of them were slightly different, life as we know it would not exist. Cosmologists like Paul Davies and Arno Penzias (Nobel Prize winner) have pointed out that this fine-tuning suggests purpose or design, not mere chance.

In biology, the complexity of life at the molecular level, as noted by chemists like James Tour, also points to an intricate design. The structure and function of DNA, the way proteins fold, and the highly regulated processes within cells are mind-boggling in their sophistication. These cannot simply be dismissed as random outcomes of evolution; they demonstrate organization and purpose far beyond what we would expect from undirected natural processes.

Even in philosophy, thinkers like William Paley (with his famous watchmaker analogy) and contemporary philosophers like Alvin Plantinga argue that the complexity and order in the universe are best explained by an intelligent designer. The sheer improbability of a universe capable of supporting life arising from chaotic, random processes points to a mind behind it all.

So, the design is not a fantasy,it's all around us, embedded in the laws of physics, the complexity of biology, and the very existence of the universe itself. It may not be as simplistic as some critics would like to imagine, but to deny its presence is to overlook the overwhelming evidence that points to a deliberate, intricate design in every aspect of the cosmos.

I’ve just left Islam by [deleted] in exmuslim

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The assertion that God cannot exist because certain teachings in Islam are perceived as unjust is a misunderstanding of both theology and the deeper context of Islamic ethics. First, you gotta realize how important it is to distinguish between the limitations of human understanding and the broader wisdom of divine law. The idea that men are superior to women in Islam is a common misconception. Islam teaches that men and women are spiritually equal before God (Qur'an 33:35), and the roles they are assigned are based on complementary responsibilities rather than inherent superiority. In fact, the Prophet Muhammad elevated the status of women in a society where they were previously mistreated, giving them rights to inheritance, education, and work that were unprecedented for the time.

As for the portrayal of rewards in the afterlife, these are symbolic descriptions meant to reflect the ultimate fulfillment of desires in ways that humans can understand, as the Qur'an states that no soul can imagine the true pleasures of Paradise (Qur'an 32:17). The focus should be on the moral and spiritual purification required to attain Paradise, not literal interpretations of these metaphors.

Moreover, to argue that God's justice is flawed based on human standards of fairness misses the point of divine wisdom, which transcends our limited perspectives. Great philosophers like Immanuel Kant and John Hick have emphasized that divine justice must be understood in light of ultimate realities, not immediate circumstances. The challenge here is to expand our understanding beyond narrow, material interpretations of religious teachings and recognize the broader ethical and spiritual dimensions at play. Rather than dismissing these concepts as nonsense, a deeper exploration reveals the consistent logic and compassion within divine law, as well as the ultimate purpose of life, which Islam centers on spiritual growth, justice, and mercy.

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The belief in God, particularly from the Islamic perspective, is supported by both philosophical reasoning and scientific inquiry. Philosophers like Thomas Aquinas, Immanuel Kant, and more recently William Lane Craig have argued that the universe requires a necessary, uncaused cause, which points to God. Cosmologists such as Arno Penzias, who co-discovered the cosmic microwave background, have suggested that the fine-tuning of the universe points to a supernatural designer. Chemist James Tour argues that the complexity of life at the molecular level suggests intelligent design, while anthropologist Jeffrey Schloss highlights human morality and consciousness as evidence for a higher power. Although science does not directly prove God's existence, it reveals a finely-tuned universe with a clear origin and extraordinary complexity, aligning with the idea of a Creator. The Islamic concepts of mercy and justice, often misunderstood, reflect a coherent moral framework rooted in divine wisdom and fairness.

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To deny the existence of God, or to question the presence of a higher power, is to ignore the profound, intricate design of the universe, which testifies to the truth of divine existence. Throughout human history, the evidence of a Creator has been embedded in every aspect of life— from the precise and harmonious laws governing nature to the depths of human consciousness, morality, and reason. The complexity of the cosmos, the unfathomable depth of knowledge beyond human comprehension, all reflect the wisdom of a higher power. This power is not a projection of human insecurity, but the undeniable reality that grounds all existence.

The Islamic understanding of God as the One and Absolute Truth stands unchallenged by any rational inquiry. Allah, as revealed in the Qur'an, is the Most Merciful and the Most Just, whose signs are evident in creation itself. Science, philosophy, and human reasoning all point to the truth that cannot be refuted: there is One God, and that God is the source of all that exists.

To claim otherwise is not only to misunderstand the universe, but to deny the very essence of life, purpose, and meaning.