Sam Harris
So I read about half of Letter to A Christian
Nation.
Does Mr. Harris honestly think he is going to get a Christian to seriously consider his argument?
I can't imagine reconsidering a fundamental belief when I'm told that very belief is responsible for all the ills of the world. I think one would get defensive and begin arguing the book rather than considering it's point.
He started out so well. Pointing out that there is no reason for an atheist to seriously consider christianity just like there is no reason for a christian to seriously consider islam. But, after that, the attacks begin.
Sorry, Mr. Harris. I think you could have done a much better job.
Does Mr. Harris honestly think he is going to get a Christian to seriously consider his argument?
I can't imagine reconsidering a fundamental belief when I'm told that very belief is responsible for all the ills of the world. I think one would get defensive and begin arguing the book rather than considering it's point.
He started out so well. Pointing out that there is no reason for an atheist to seriously consider christianity just like there is no reason for a christian to seriously consider islam. But, after that, the attacks begin.
Sorry, Mr. Harris. I think you could have done a much better job.
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I had high hopes for that book, but then he started on the "your beliefs are just wrong" track. Not the best way to foster tolerance and openness.
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