In an earlier post, I discuss the criteria that constitute a religion: Not sure if Gnon works as a religion, because religion is both prescriptive (such as the 10 Commandments) and descriptive (Book of Genesis), not just descriptive. Religion is deontological, meaning it prescribes a set of moral rules for its adherents, although such rules… Continue reading Inevitablism
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Consider Protestantism
Although NRx is ostensibly Catholic and seeks another ‘Restoration’, as a minimalist I tend to identify more with the simple, plain ascetic of Protestantism than the ostentatiousness of Catholicism. …But first a synopsis to understated the origins of the acrimony between Catholicism and Protestantism, in the context of NRx. The ‘beef’ with Protestantism dates back… Continue reading Consider Protestantism
Nihilism and the Black Pill
Brett and Malcolm discuss nihilism and the metaphor of the ‘black pill’ as an alternative to the usual ‘blue/red’ pill dichotomy. The ‘blue pill’ advances liberalism, embraces it. The ‘red pill’ actively resists liberalism. The fist two colors involve some sort of activism, to bring about change either to the ‘left’ or to the ‘right’.… Continue reading Nihilism and the Black Pill
NRx and Christianity
I know there are some people in the NRx-sphere who are practicing Christians, notably Nick B. Steves, as evidenced by the picture of Sancta Maria on his blog, and Vox Day, by his numerous writings – in particular his book The Irrational Atheist, but Vox in 2014 renounced the NRx label, although he’s still lumped… Continue reading NRx and Christianity
The Daily View: Good Tweets, Socialism, The White Male Die-Off
IQ facts: Race and intelligence: get the facts. pic.twitter.com/bhOMrECZg6 — Librarian of Hate (@LibrarianofHate) November 4, 2015 High-IQ wins again as Facebook’s valuation crosses $300 billion. But I thought Facebook was supposed to be a bubble and a fad, said the left in 2012. Facebook market cap is just over $300B. — Chris Dixon (@cdixon)… Continue reading The Daily View: Good Tweets, Socialism, The White Male Die-Off
Neo Masculinity and Christianity, Darwinian Conservatism, Free Will, Biological Reality
An interesting post from Return of Kings: Why Christianity Is Not An Enemy Of Neomasculinity I’m not sure who ever said it was. Atheists within the neo-masculinity movement, in contrast to the smug atheists who watch Colbert and Daily Show, don’t have enmity towards Christians. They may not agree with Christianity, but this disagreement is… Continue reading Neo Masculinity and Christianity, Darwinian Conservatism, Free Will, Biological Reality
Atheist Liberals’ Pastor Jon Stewart Final Taping
I am not the most religious person, but when the left attacks religion for being conformist, they should at least look in the mirror first. The similarities are uncanny: And finally, if the left is as smart as they pretend to be, why does Jon Stewart, who mocked Palin for using a teleprompter, needs one… Continue reading Atheist Liberals’ Pastor Jon Stewart Final Taping
Free Will – Welfare Liberals vs. Neo Liberals and HBD Conservatives
From Sam Harris’ “Free Will” says liberals understand role of luck It’s pleasing to my progressive self when modern science confirms one of the foundations of Democratic/liberal political philosophy. Such as, that we humans don’t have free will. It’s an illusion. Such is the message of Sam Harris’ captivating new book, the pleasingly short (66… Continue reading Free Will – Welfare Liberals vs. Neo Liberals and HBD Conservatives
Peter Singer Conservatives
Peter Singer, Austrailian moral philosopher, recently did a Reddit AmA. The most pertinent quote about Peter Singer’s views, from Wikipedia: Ethical conduct is justifiable by reasons that go beyond prudence to “something bigger than the individual,” addressing a larger audience. Singer thinks this going-beyond identifies moral reasons as “somehow universal”, specifically in the injunction to… Continue reading Peter Singer Conservatives
What is a Religion?
From Scott’s Blog: IS EVERYTHING A RELIGION? Awhile ago I realized that I could still be a conservative and not believe in a benevolent God, or a God at all. I saw that this actually strengthened my views. If religion is loosely defined to means a set of beliefs and rituals, then even brushing your… Continue reading What is a Religion?