I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
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Listen I get common sense and science evolution and all that but isn't this debate created from common sense and science. Neither can provide a concrete bridge between Animal and Man
Animal and man? Believing in some primordial soup magically evolving into a single cell creature capable of reproduction is a modern day fairy tale for the foolish.
On the part of Spock dismiss some of the finest minds in science of favor of a fucking ancient fairy tale and then have the balls to assert that it's science, not the fairy tale, that people use as a crutch for their pathetically inadequate minds.
In a just world, there would be way to arrange a steel cage match between ISIS and Spock's ilk - birds of a feather.
Haha! This.
What purpose does it serve to discount intelligent design? Is there a lot of money in it?
Honestly, there seems to be a lot more money for the "religious leaders" that peddle their anti-evolution bullshit as they preach to their followers about emulating Jesus and then go home to their multi-million dollar ( tax free) mansions.
So, Spock- what's the motivation behind the "evolution conspiracy"?
I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
WTF are you talking about? There is no hybrid. There is evolution.
I just wonder how an unidentified species, or two Â
Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
Chef, dont hold your breath waiting for the missing link.
RE: I just wonder how an unidentified species, or two Â
Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
but I wanted to post on it to find it easily when I have time to read the hilarity as long as it survives.
my opinion: of course it's a fair question, and I really don't care about their actual views, but hearing how they respond would be cool.
Some candidates would be able to respond to an inane question like this in a way that is positive regardless of how they view the issue, others simply answer literally, and some it brings out their worst.
so, even if you don't care about their answer, you might be interested in their response.
I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
WTF are you talking about? There is no hybrid. There is evolution.
BUFORD, I like you.. but please identify which species created man in evolution
RE: RE: I just wonder how an unidentified species, or two Â
Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
What makes you think I do that anymore.. I like you.. but you are participating typical douchebaggery I have outlined.. make a point please
Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
What makes you think I do that anymore.. I like you.. but you are participating typical douchebaggery I have outlined.. make a point please
What makes me think you do that? Your choice of handle.
I like you too.
The point has been made multiple times, even by freaking Buford of all people, but you appear to only see what you want to see. Read the article Rob linked for starters. Link - ( New Window )
Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
difficulty in acquiring primate fossils, versus other, older, animals. As well as the viable populations for which evolution must take place.
The missing link does not invalidate the theory. In fact, it supports the theory of evolution quite well.
If you believed in other, non-scientific, theories, that are based on no science at all, you would see a huge explosion in the fossil records at delineated dates. Which, of course, don't happen.
Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
What makes you think I do that anymore.. I like you.. but you are participating typical douchebaggery I have outlined.. make a point please
What makes me think you do that? Your choice of handle.
I like you too.
The point has been made multiple times, even by freaking Buford of all people, but you appear to only see what you want to see. Read the article Rob linked for starters. Link - ( New Window )
Chris, I don't think my movement in my profession should impact my Football handle.. In fact I could more than service a cater function from my home.. none of that to satiates my curiousities or faith.. it is all what you want I guess.. I have faith.. but trying to stay away from it here.
Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
Ok, you are entitled to label me as you perceive. Now, it's my turn.
So what are you?
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
So, why don't you believe?
I call that Foolishness. So, while you consider me weak minded, I consider you foolish.
my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
RE: RE: you gentlemen have some amazing patience Â
Anyway...reciting a fairy tale does little to support your position. And for a book inspired by a deity, it sure is filled with a whole lot of stupid and, in some cases, soft core porn...not that I mind.
And Judah said unto Onan, Go in unto thy brother’s wife, and marry her, and raise up seed to thy brother. And Onan knew that the seed should not be his; and it came to pass, when he went in unto his brother’s wife, that he spilled it on the ground, lest that he should give seed to his brother. [Genesis 38:8-9]
stuff Christopher Hitchens wrote in God is not Great? I mean it would be like me bringing a howitzer to Spock's pea shooter. I'd almost feel for the guy(almost)
Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
No basis in scientific truth? Haha.
Is the Earth still the center of the universe? That was the last "big" scientific claim that religious folks railed against because there was "no basis in scientific truth."
No biggie. Your mind is made up. There is absolutely no evidence that will convince you otherwise.
RE: And the fact that people don't have any fucking Â
Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
Ok, you are entitled to label me as you perceive. Now, it's my turn.
So what are you?
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
So, why don't you believe?
I call that Foolishness. So, while you consider me weak minded, I consider you foolish.
Hey Spock, I'm gonna cut off my toe for your mortgage payment!
Makes about as much sense as the creator dying for our sins, IMO.
(stolen from somewhere- I'm not nearly original enough to have made that up myself)
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
understood, but there is no definitive link!
So?
That means all of the other evidence is invalid? Just this one piece invalidates the whole thing?
Which if you read one of the early links is nothing more than a red herring anyway...(just trying to understand your thought process beyond clinging to a dearly held belief)
my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
understood, but there is no definitive link!
So?
That means all of the other evidence is invalid? Just this one piece invalidates the whole thing?
Which if you read one of the early links is nothing more than a red herring anyway...(just trying to understand your thought process beyond clinging to a dearly held belief)
People who don't believe want proof, I want the same.. and there is no definitive proof...
Bahahaha.
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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I happen to agree wholeheartedly.
I also know that doesn't apply to the thinking of the majority of voters from any political ilk.
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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flip that script, change a few words and you are describing religion exactly.
You noticed that too.
Al, after I read what I wrote, I said to myself, someone here is going to be rebutting me saying, "that's pretty much what I wa going to say...." Lol
I happen to agree wholeheartedly.
I also know that doesn't apply to the thinking of the majority of voters from any political ilk.
But that is not what was being argued.
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Listen I get common sense and science evolution and all that but isn't this debate created from common sense and science. Neither can provide a concrete bridge between Animal and Man
Animal and man? Believing in some primordial soup magically evolving into a single cell creature capable of reproduction is a modern day fairy tale for the foolish.
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In a just world, there would be way to arrange a steel cage match between ISIS and Spock's ilk - birds of a feather.
Haha! This.
What purpose does it serve to discount intelligent design? Is there a lot of money in it?
Honestly, there seems to be a lot more money for the "religious leaders" that peddle their anti-evolution bullshit as they preach to their followers about emulating Jesus and then go home to their multi-million dollar ( tax free) mansions.
So, Spock- what's the motivation behind the "evolution conspiracy"?
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I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
Link - ( New Window )
Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
WTF are you talking about? There is no hybrid. There is evolution.
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I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
Link - ( New Window )
Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
Chef, dont hold your breath waiting for the missing link.
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
my opinion: of course it's a fair question, and I really don't care about their actual views, but hearing how they respond would be cool.
Some candidates would be able to respond to an inane question like this in a way that is positive regardless of how they view the issue, others simply answer literally, and some it brings out their worst.
so, even if you don't care about their answer, you might be interested in their response.
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I’m a primate. You’re a primate. Everyone reading this blog is a primate. That’s not news. We hear it all he time: Humans are primates. But what does that really mean? What do we have in common with a baboon? Or a creepy aye-aye? Or even our closest living relative, the chimpanzee?
These are simple questions to answer from a genetic perspective—humans share more DNA with lemurs, monkeys and apes than they do with other mammals. Genetic research of the last few decades suggests that humans and all living primates evolved from a common ancestor that split from the rest of the mammals at least 65 million years ago. But even before DNA analyses, scientists knew humans belong in the primate order. Carl Linnaeus classified humans with monkeys, apes and other primates in his 18th-century taxonomic system. Even the ancient Greeks recognized similarities between people and primates. Today, anthropologists recognize several physical and behavioral traits that tie humans to primates.
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Fine and all but I am still waiting for the missing link, something science has yet to identify.. something that could actually produce hybrid offspring ( that are fertile and can reproduce ) like Donkeys cannot.
WTF are you talking about? There is no hybrid. There is evolution.
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Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
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"Religious belief does not equate to morality."
I happen to agree wholeheartedly.
I also know that doesn't apply to the thinking of the majority of voters from any political ilk.
But that is not what was being argued.
NFT: evolution a fair question to ask a Presidential contender ?
Headhunter : 4:54 pm
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I your opinion
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Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
What makes you think I do that anymore.. I like you.. but you are participating typical douchebaggery I have outlined.. make a point please
What makes me think you do that? Your choice of handle.
I like you too.
The point has been made multiple times, even by freaking Buford of all people, but you appear to only see what you want to see. Read the article Rob linked for starters.
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"Religious belief does not equate to morality."
I happen to agree wholeheartedly.
I also know that doesn't apply to the thinking of the majority of voters from any political ilk.
But that is not what was being argued.
NFT: evolution a fair question to ask a Presidential contender ?
Headhunter : 4:54 pm
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I your opinion
It may have started that way, but the conversation I was involved in moved on to something else. Hey, it evolved!
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
The missing link does not invalidate the theory. In fact, it supports the theory of evolution quite well.
If you believed in other, non-scientific, theories, that are based on no science at all, you would see a huge explosion in the fossil records at delineated dates. Which, of course, don't happen.
Our education system is a fucking mess.
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Could produce billions upon billions of fertile Homosapiens...take over the planet of Earth... Genetic diversity is a must, don't need a Scientist to tell you that
I prefer to get my scientific information from food service professionals myself.
What makes you think I do that anymore.. I like you.. but you are participating typical douchebaggery I have outlined.. make a point please
What makes me think you do that? Your choice of handle.
I like you too.
The point has been made multiple times, even by freaking Buford of all people, but you appear to only see what you want to see. Read the article Rob linked for starters. Link - ( New Window )
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
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Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
Ok, you are entitled to label me as you perceive. Now, it's my turn.
So what are you?
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
So, why don't you believe?
I call that Foolishness. So, while you consider me weak minded, I consider you foolish.
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Lol. Thanks for the laugh pj.
That'd make this thread perfect.
That'd make this thread perfect.
Aren't you one of the chosen people?
Going to hell anyway...
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I just want radar to come in here and pseudophilosophically defend spock and his ilk.
That'd make this thread perfect.
Aren't you one of the chosen people?
Going to hell anyway...
As long as there's scotch I'll be happy.
Oddly enough I just watched the movie son of god for shits and giggles. Holy lord.... No pun intended.
Anyway...reciting a fairy tale does little to support your position. And for a book inspired by a deity, it sure is filled with a whole lot of stupid and, in some cases, soft core porn...not that I mind.
And Judah said unto Onan, Go in unto thy brother’s wife, and marry her, and raise up seed to thy brother. And Onan knew that the seed should not be his; and it came to pass, when he went in unto his brother’s wife, that he spilled it on the ground, lest that he should give seed to his brother. [Genesis 38:8-9]
Rrrr...
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
No basis in scientific truth? Haha.
Is the Earth still the center of the universe? That was the last "big" scientific claim that religious folks railed against because there was "no basis in scientific truth."
No biggie. Your mind is made up. There is absolutely no evidence that will convince you otherwise.
Our education system is a fucking mess.
Sure as hell is.
MAGIC MAN BEAMED!
But then... it's for real for real.
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Someone has to present THE OTHER SIDE. People like me who believe God inspired the writings of the book called the Holy Bible can plainly see man, as created in Genesis, did not evolve from primordial soup or ape. Thus, we choose to believe God's word rather than mans theory that seems to have no basis of scientific truth whatsoever.
as for entering this thread, you know I can't let the unbelievers have the only voice in the game, right? I know I won't convince them of the error of their ways, but they are not the reason as to why I share my beliefs. (Im sure their beliefs are as sealed as mine. )
There is no "other side" but for a fairy tale that has duped the weak- minded such as yourself.
Ok, you are entitled to label me as you perceive. Now, it's my turn.
So what are you?
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
So, why don't you believe?
I call that Foolishness. So, while you consider me weak minded, I consider you foolish.
Hey Spock, I'm gonna cut off my toe for your mortgage payment!
Makes about as much sense as the creator dying for our sins, IMO.
(stolen from somewhere- I'm not nearly original enough to have made that up myself)
Bleeding out.
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The Missing Link, no idea what he has to do with evolution though
Lol. Thanks for the laugh pj.
A "man" came into this world, performed countless number of miracles including raising people from the dead. He then willingly went to the cross to die a horrendous death, and then rose from the dead to prove he is not just a man.
This man then went on to confide with hundreds of friends before he beamed up to heaven. The proof of his life, miracles, and resurrection are all documented better than any book of antiquity.
Does that really come off as fiction to people?
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In comment 12132865 pjcas18 said:
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The Missing Link, no idea what he has to do with evolution though
Lol. Thanks for the laugh pj.
define it.. we are talking about evolution.. what is it
Gradual change of an organism via mutation which over time eventually leads to a different organism?
In lay speak.
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my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
understood, but there is no definitive link!
So?
That means all of the other evidence is invalid? Just this one piece invalidates the whole thing?
Which if you read one of the early links is nothing more than a red herring anyway...(just trying to understand your thought process beyond clinging to a dearly held belief)
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The Missing Link, no idea what he has to do with evolution though
Lol. Thanks for the laugh pj.
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In comment 12132875 buford said:
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my sister and her husband are both professors of physical anthropology, specializing in primates. In fact, they discovered the smallest primate, in China. Evolution is not two different species mating and creating a new one. It's one species evolving over time which eventually changes into something different. Two beings of the same species can evolve differently. Hence chimpanzees and man. There is no one 'link' It's millions of years of little changes.
understood, but there is no definitive link!
So?
That means all of the other evidence is invalid? Just this one piece invalidates the whole thing?
Which if you read one of the early links is nothing more than a red herring anyway...(just trying to understand your thought process beyond clinging to a dearly held belief)