> > I remember one of my psychology professors who on the first day of class > > held up a Bible and asked how many of us believed that the Bible was the > > Word of God. A few students who were more courageous than me raised > > their hands. The professor then threw the Bible in the trashcan and > > said that only the uneducated and unintelligent believe in such > > superstition and outdated theories. Most psychologists are probably not > > that explicitly demeaning, but a greater number of likely more subtle in > > their denigration of theistic worldviews. > > To my way of thinking, the professor was the most courageous > person in that room.
The professor was courageous? That's very interesting. I don't consider it courageous at all for someone in a position of power to insult, ridicule, and belittle the values, beliefs, and experiences of those who have no power. I consider it intolerant, unethical, and just plain mean. Still, thank you for that particular comment. It really helped me to understand much more clearly where you are coming from. And with that comment, I will bow out of this public discussion. I will be happy, however, to continue this discussion privately with anyone who is interested. Respectfully, Rod Hetzel [EMAIL PROTECTED] --------------------------------------------- This message was sent using Endymion MailMan. http://www.endymion.com/products/mailman/ --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
