6 Types of Atheists

Paarsurrey says:
Atheists are good if they remain committed to reason; but they are more committed to ridicule and derision that with reason.

Finding Truth

This article‘s been out for a week or so, but I hadn’t seen it until today. Two researchers at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga have just published a study they’ve compiled from a survey of 59 atheists and agnostics. I recommend reading the article (it’s not long), especially because it has a slide show at the top that runs through 31 atheist celebrities. I was unaware of a few of them. And the blurbs given for each one are actually very interesting.

Here are the categories, along with their descriptions. I think I most identify with number 1, though I’m not sure it’s a perfect fit. Where do some of you fall? And can you think of any types they missed?

1) Intellectual atheist/agnostic
This type of nonbeliever seeks information and intellectual stimulation about atheism. They like debating and arguing, particularly on popular Internet sites. They’re also well-versed…

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