Theism perpetuates a false sense of superiority from "summary" of Ateist Manifesto by Michel Onfray
Theism, as a belief system, has long been criticized for perpetuating a false sense of superiority among its followers. This superiority complex stems from the idea that theists believe themselves to be the chosen ones, favored by a divine being who grants them special privileges and blessings. This sense of superiority manifests in various ways, such as viewing non-believers as inferior or immoral, or assuming that their beliefs are the only true and valid ones. By promoting the notion that believers are somehow superior to non-believers, theism creates a divisive and exclusionary mindset that can lead to discrimination, prejudice, a...
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