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Jun 2014
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Should atheists be more religious? Alain...

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Atheism 2.0 is the logical next step for non-believers according to cultural philosopher Alain de Botton.  He outlines why atheists should borrow from the art, architecture, community, and contemplative traditions of religion without the supernatural beliefs.  The book "Religion for atheists" drew criticism from Richard Dawkins and others after De Botton ap ... Show More
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