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| − | The [[Barna Group]] found that atheists and [[agnostics]] in America were more likely, than [[theist]]s in America, to look upon the following behaviors as morally acceptable: [[Illegal drugs|illegal drug use]]; excessive drinking; [[fornication| | + | The [[Barna Group]] found that atheists and [[agnostics]] in America were more likely, than [[theist]]s in America, to look upon the following behaviors as morally acceptable: [[Illegal drugs|illegal drug use]]; excessive drinking; sexual relationships [[fornication|outside of marriage]]; [[abortion]]; cohabitating with someone of opposite sex outside of marriage; [[Profanity|obscene language]]; [[gambling]]; [[pornography]] and obscene sexual behavior; and engaging in [[homosexuality]]/[[bisexuality]].<ref>http://www.barna.org/barna-update/article/5-barna-update/58-practical-outcomes-replace-biblical-principles-as-the-moral-standard</ref> Given the [[Homosexuality and Health|many diseases associated with homosexuality]], the [[Bible|biblical]] prohibition against homosexuality is quite arguably one of the [http://creationwiki.org/Bible_scientific_foreknowledge many examples where the Bible exhibited knowledge that was ahead of its time]. |
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Christians and other theists have produced great works of art such as statues and paintings that depicted the beauty of the human body. See: Christian art and Christian paintings
The Bible teaches that God formed the first man and woman and that his original creation was "very good".[2] Furthermore, the Bible teaches that God made the first man and woman "in His own image".[3]
The psalmist David wrote: "One thing I have asked from the LORD, that I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the LORD And to meditate in His temple."(Psalm 27:4). The fall of man caused death, disease and suffering to enter into the world. The Bible also declares that Sarah, Abraham's wife, had both inner and outer beauty.[4] The Song of Solomon features two lovers who tell each other how beautiful they are.
In addition, theologically conservative Christians and other theologically conservative members of the Abrahamic faiths believe in the existence of objective beauty. See: Argument from beauty
On the other hand, a significant amount of atheists lack an appreciation for the importance of maintaining good health and for keeping up a presentable appearance unencumbered by excess weight. In addition, atheists commonly reject the existence of objective beauty and insist that beauty is merely subjective.[5]
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Very religious are more likely to practice healthy behaviors
According to the Gallup Inc., "Very religious Americans are more likely to practice healthy behaviors than those who are moderately religious or nonreligious."[6] Also, numerous studies indicate that those who engage in regular spiritual practices have lower mortality rates.[7] [8]
Atheism has a poor track record in terms of creating art/music
See also: Atheism and art/music
As noted above, theists have created many great works of art dealing with the human physique such as Michelangelo's Creation of Adam.
Despite atheism being around since at least ancient Greece, there has not been a strong tradition of creating musical and artistic works related to atheism. Musical/artistic talent can be enhanced through practice and the atheist creed of "there is no God" is not an inspiring creed that produces a significant amount of music/art. For example, despite Wikipedia being founded by an atheist and an agnostic, there are no articles specifically devoted to the topics of atheist music or atheist art at Wikipedia, but Wikipedia does have articles devoted specifically to Christian art and Christian music.
For more information please see: Atheism and art/music
Atheism and other misuses of the body
Marquis de Sade experienced grotesque obesity during his life.[9]
The Barna Group found that atheists and agnostics in America were more likely, than theists in America, to look upon the following behaviors as morally acceptable: illegal drug use; excessive drinking; sexual relationships outside of marriage; abortion; cohabitating with someone of opposite sex outside of marriage; obscene language; gambling; pornography and obscene sexual behavior; and engaging in homosexuality/bisexuality.[10] Given the many diseases associated with homosexuality, the biblical prohibition against homosexuality is quite arguably one of the many examples where the Bible exhibited knowledge that was ahead of its time.
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Articles related to atheism and sexual immorality:
Atheism and suicide:
- Atheism and suicide (Atheists are more likely to commit suicide)
See also
Humor:
External links
- The human body: God's masterpiece
- Mankind--The Pinnacle of God's Creation by Jerry Bergman, Ph.D.
Notes
- ↑ http://www.moreorless.au.com/killers/kim-il-sung.html
- ↑ Made in the image of God by Russell M. Grigg
- ↑ Made in the image of God by Russell M. Grigg
- ↑ Yes, My Lord— The Story of Abraham and Sarah
- ↑ Is Beauty Objective? by Keith E. Buhler, posted October 24, 2007
- ↑ http://www.gallup.com/poll/145379/Religious-Americans-Lead-Healthier-Lives.aspx
- ↑ Religious involvement and mortality: a meta-analytic review. McCullough ME, Hoyt WT, Larson DB, Koenig HG, Thoresen C., Health Psychol. 2000 May;19(3):211-22.
- ↑ The role of spirituality in health care, roc (Bayl Univ Med Cent). 2001 October; 14(4): 352–357.
- ↑ http://www.neilschaeffer.com/sade/bibliography/quills.htm
- ↑ http://www.barna.org/barna-update/article/5-barna-update/58-practical-outcomes-replace-biblical-principles-as-the-moral-standard