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Most people in the world believe in God. Argumenting that God doesn't exist can be challenging. However, you can use all the scientific, historical, philosophical and cultural evidence to make the convincing argument that God does not exist. Whichever approach you take, you need to be courteous and vigilant when arguing about whether God exists or does not.

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Part 1 of 4: Using science to refute the existence of God

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   The question is that all living things are not perfect. The argument based on imperfection is that, if God is perfect, then why did He create humans and other creatures with so many defects? For example, we are susceptible to many diseases, bones are fragile, and our bodies and minds degenerate with age. You could also mention that we have unstable spine, inflexible knees, and a pelvic structure that makes giving birth difficult. Plus, biological evidence shows that God doesn't exist (or that He didn't do well in creating us, and in that case we have no reason to worship Him).
   • Those who believe in God can argue that God is perfect, and that He has made us as perfect as possible. They might also say that what we consider imperfect is actually the creator's deeper purpose. Please point out the irrationality here. We cannot live with the hope that one day we will find an explanation for why our shoulders and eyes are so poor. To quote the philosopher Voltaire, who wrote a novel describing people searching for meaning after an earthquake ravaged Paris. We are creatures with instinct to seek, so it is natural that we are always looking for and hoping for forms that do not exist.

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   Show historical evidence that has replaced supernatural interpretations with natural interpretations. The "God of the void" is the common argument of those who believe in the existence of God. This argument argues that although modern science can explain many phenomena, there are still many that science cannot. You can refute this argument by saying that what we do not understand is decreasing each year, and while natural interpretations have replaced theistic ones, the supernatural explanation or theism has never replaced the scientific explanation.
   • For example, you can document evolution to show that science has revised previous interpretations of the diverse species of organisms on earth that put God at the center.
   • Argument that religion is often used to explain unexplained things. The ancient Greeks used the god Poseidon to explain the earthquake phenomenon that we all know today due to the shifting of tectonic plates and creating pressure.

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   Prove the inaccuracy of creation theory. Creationism is the belief that God created the world, usually with a relatively close timeframe, about 5,000-6,000 years ago. You can rely on a myriad of convincing evidence that disproves this, such as evolutionary, fossil data, radioactive carbon and ice cores to argue that God doesn't exist.
   • For example, you could say, “We found rocks that are millions, even billions of years old. Does that prove that God doesn't exist? "
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Part 2 of 4: Using cultural evidence to argue that God does not exist

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   Argument that faith in God is determined by society. This mindset has many variations. You could explain that in relatively poor countries, most people believe in God, while in relatively rich and developed countries, very few people believe in God. You could also say that highly educated people generally believe in atheism more than less educated people.Together these facts strongly prove that God is only a cultural product, depending on one's own social situation.
   • You could also suggest that people raised in a religious environment often stay loyal to that religion. In contrast, those who did not grow up in a religious family rarely become religious later.

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   Explain that even if most people believe in God, it is not necessarily true. A common reason people believe in God is that most people do. This argument of "universal consensus" also states that since the proportion of people who believe in God is so high, that belief is natural. However, you can counteract this opinion by saying that not everything that many people believe is true. For example, as you can argue, there was a time when most people believed that slavery was natural.
   • Suggest that if people do not come into contact with religion or belief in God, they will not believe in God.

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   Exploit diversity of religious beliefs. The identities and characteristics of God in Christianity, Hinduism, and Buddhism vary widely. So you can argue that even if God exists, there is no way to know which God is worthy of worship.
   • This is formally called an "argument from inconsistent revelations".

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   Cite contradictions in religious scriptures. Most religions offer scriptures as a product and also proof of God. If you can prove that the scriptures are inconsistent or defective, then you have shown that God does not exist.
   • For example, if a portion of the scriptures depicts God with gracious tolerance, but later destroys an entire village or country, you can use this stark contradiction to prove that God does not exist (or the scriptures are lying).
   • Speaking of the Bible, it is common that poems, stories, and anecdotes go wrong or change at some point. For example, the gospels Mark 9:29 and John 7:53 through 8:11 have passages transcribed from other sources. Paraphrase that this proves that the scriptures are just a medley of man-made ideas, not divine-inspired books.
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Part 3 of 4: Use philosophical arguments to argue that God does not exist

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   Arguing that if God existed, He would not have allowed cynicism to exist that much. This argument holds that, where atheism exists, God will manifest and intervene so that atheists come to know Him. However, why is it that, though there are so many atheists on earth, has God not tried to persuade them with His divine intervention? This proves that God does not exist.
   • People who believe in God can counter this argument by saying that God allows free will, and that skepticism is therefore the inevitable outcome. They may also cite specific examples in scriptures of times when God appeared before those who still refused to believe.

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   Explore inconsistencies in the other person's beliefs. If one's beliefs are based on the premise that God created the world because "Everything has a beginning and an end", you can ask, "If so, what makes God?" This argument emphasizes to the other that they are biased towards the existence of God, when in reality the same basic premise (that all things have a beginning) can lead. to two different conclusions.
   • Those who believe in God may argue that God - with infinite power - is out of space and time, so he is out of the rule "everything has a beginning and an end". If they argue that way, you should direct the debate about the contradictions of "infinite power" ideology.

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   Refers to cruelty. Wickedness is questioning how God could exist if cruelty also existed. In other words, if God existed, He would have eliminated all the cruelty of this world. You can argue that. "If God really cares about us, he won't let war happen."
   • Your arguer might answer, “Polities governed by man have no beliefs or mistakes. Human beings sin, not God ”. Thus, the person who is arguing with you is once again using the argument of free will to oppose the notion that God is responsible for all the cruelties in this world.
   • You can also go a step further by saying that if a bad god allows cruelty to exist, he is not worthy of worship.

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   Prove that moral dignity does not require religious belief. Many believe that without religion, this planet will fall into the chaos of immoral evil. However, you can explain that your own behavior (or that of any other atheist) is not much different from those of a believer. Admit that you are not perfect, but in this world no one is perfect, and faith in God does not necessarily make people more moral or upright than anyone else.
   • You can also deny this by arguing that not only does religion not lead to good, it can also lead to wickedness, because many religious people act evil in the name of God. their god. For example, you can cite the Spanish inquisition or the terrorist religious organizations around the world.
   • Furthermore, animals' inability to understand the concept of human religion are clear evidence of an instinctive understanding of moral behavior and the distinction between right and wrong.

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   Prove that a good life does not require the presence of God. Many believe that, only in the presence of God can a life be rich, happy and fulfilled. However, you can point out that many people who do not believe in God still have happier and more successful lives than religious people.
   • For example, you could cite Richard Dawkins or Christopher Hitchens as brilliantly successful characters who don't believe in God.

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   Interpret the contradiction between insight and free will. Wisdom, the ability to know everything, seems to contradict most religious teachings. Free will is the thought that we control our own actions, so we are responsible for them. Many religions believe both of these concepts, but they are actually incompatible.
   • Tell the arguing, “If God knows everything that has happened and will happen and all the thoughts that are in our heads before we really think about it, then our future is decided. . If so, how can God judge us for what we do? "
   • People who believe in God may answer that God knows everyone's decision in advance, but each person's actions are still their own free choice.

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   Show that there cannot be infinite power. Infinite power is the ability to do anything. However, if God can do anything, he will have abilities like drawing a square circle. However, since this is not there, it is impossible to believe that God has infinite power.
   • Another impossible thing that you can argue is that God cannot both know and not know something at the same time.
   • You could also argue that if God has infinite power, why would He allow things like natural disasters, carnage, and war to exist?

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   Kick the ball onto their pitch. In fact, we cannot prove that something doesn't exist.Anything can exist, but for trust to be valid and worthy of attention, it needs solid evidence to prove it. Proposing that instead of proving that God does not exist, believers need to provide evidence that God really exists.
   • For example, you might ask what happens after you die. Many people who believe in God also believe in life after death. Ask them for proof of life after death.
   • Spiritual entities such as gods, demons, gods, hell, angels, demons, and the like have never (and cannot) be scientifically proven. Show that these mental entities cannot be shown to exist.
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Part 4 of 4: Get ready to discuss religion

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   Do homework. Prepare to argue that God doesn't exist by getting acquainted with the arguments and ideas of famous atheists. For example, works God is Not Great by Christopher Hitchens is a good place to start. Work The God Delusion Richard Dawkins' is an excellent source of logical arguments against the existence of the deity of religion.
   • In addition to investigating the arguments in favor of atheism, you should also study rebuttal or argument from religious points of view.
   • Find out what issues or beliefs might spark your opponent's criticism, and make sure there is enough argument to defend your own.

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   Organize your points properly. If your arguments are not directly and easily understood, you will lose to the person who is arguing with you. For example, when explaining that religious beliefs are determined by culture, you should let the other person agree to each of your premises (the underlying factors leading to conclusions).
   • You could say, "Mexico was founded by a Catholic country, right?"
   • When they say yes, move on to another premise, like "Most Mexicans are Catholic, right?"
   • When they say yes, you need to move to conclusions. For example, you might say, "Most Mexicans believe in God because of the cultural history there."

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   Be adaptive and open-minded when discussing God's existence. Faith in God is a sensitive subject. You should treat the argument like a conversation in which both you and the person who argues with you have strong arguments. Discuss in a friendly manner. Ask them why their beliefs are so strong. Patiently listen to them for their reasons and respond appropriately and carefully.
   • Ask the other person about resources (books or websites) that you can use to learn more about their beliefs and opinions.
   • Faith in God is a complex matter, and claims of God's existence - both for and against - cannot be taken as true.

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   Keep calm. The existence of God can be a stressful subject. If you get too excited or aggressive in the conversation, you may be incoherent and / or out in things you regret. Try taking deep breaths to stay calm. Inhale slowly through your nose for 5 seconds, then exhale through your mouth for 3 seconds. Repeat until you feel calm.
   • Speak slowly so you have more time to think about what you want to say and avoid saying things you will regret later.
   • If you start to feel angry, tell the other person, "Our views are not the same," and then leave.
   • Maintain courtesy when talking about God. Don't forget that many people are very sensitive about their religion. You should respect those who believe in God. Don't use offensive or accusing language like "bad," stupid, or "crazy". Don't swear at the person you're talking to.
   • In the end, instead of giving a brief conclusion, your opponent will often give up in a "Sorry I'll have to go to Hell" style. Do not retaliate with similar passive aggressiveness.
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Advice

• You don't have to argue that God doesn't exist with all the people of faith you meet. Best friends don't necessarily agree with each other in every opinion. If you are always trying to initiate arguments with your friends or "re-educate" them, be prepared that you won't have many friends.
• Some people choose a religion to get through a bad experience in life like addiction or the traumatic death of a loved one. Although religion can have a positive impact on people's lives and sustain them in difficult times, it does not mean that the ideas behind religion are correct. If you meet someone who says they were saved that way, act cautiously, since you don't want to offend them, but you don't have to avoid them or pretend to have the same thoughts as them.

Warning

• Always keep a polite attitude when discussing religion.