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[[File:International Atheist Day.jpg|300px|thumb|This is an [[International Atheist Day]] poster, featuring [http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+14%3A1&version=KJV Psalm 14:1], along with two common [[atheism symbols|symbols of atheism]] : (1) the ''scarlet letter'', which traditionally represented [[adultery]] (2) the [[hammer and sickle]], which is used by many [[atheist state]]s in which the promotion of [[militant atheism]] is a tenet of [[Marxist-Leninist]] ideology. See also: [[April Fool's Day]] ]]
 
 
Although the [[secular left]] is known for ridiculing [[religion]] since at least the time of [[French Revolution]] (see: [[Atheism and mockery]]), the secular left is known for its humorlessness when it comes to others mocking of its ideology (See also: [[Atheism and humor]] and [[Atheism and intolerance]]).  
 
Although the [[secular left]] is known for ridiculing [[religion]] since at least the time of [[French Revolution]] (see: [[Atheism and mockery]]), the secular left is known for its humorlessness when it comes to others mocking of its ideology (See also: [[Atheism and humor]] and [[Atheism and intolerance]]).  
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In 2017, the atheist [[PZ Myers]], quoting fellow [[leftism|leftist]] Alex Nichols, wrote: "...the growing popularity of jibes associating outspoken atheists with fedoras, neckbeards, and virginity, led to an exodus of [[liberal]]s and [[leftism|leftists]] from the “atheist” tent. Those who remained for the most part [[Atheism and social/interpersonal intelligence|lacked in social skills and self-awareness]], and the results were disastrous."<ref>[https://freethoughtblogs.com/pharyngula/2017/10/17/poisoning-of-a-movement/ Poisoning of a movement] by PZ Myers</ref>
  
 
Humor is central to social life and humor can be a societal expression of ridicule/scorn.<ref>[http://blogs.helsinki.fi/humourproject/ The Darkside of humor]</ref> Concerning various [[views on atheists]], research in the American Sociological Review finds that among several groups listed, [[atheists]] are the group that Americans relate least to in terms of their vision of American society and are the group most likely to be mentioned as one that Americans would not want to have marry into their family.
 
Humor is central to social life and humor can be a societal expression of ridicule/scorn.<ref>[http://blogs.helsinki.fi/humourproject/ The Darkside of humor]</ref> Concerning various [[views on atheists]], research in the American Sociological Review finds that among several groups listed, [[atheists]] are the group that Americans relate least to in terms of their vision of American society and are the group most likely to be mentioned as one that Americans would not want to have marry into their family.
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''See also:'' [[Reddit atheism]] and [[Internet atheism]] and [[YouTube atheism]]
 
''See also:'' [[Reddit atheism]] and [[Internet atheism]] and [[YouTube atheism]]
[[File:Losing.jpeg|thumbnail|201px|left|The article ''[http://questionevolution.blogspot.com/2012/05/internet-atheism-and-skepticism-thrill.html Internet atheism: The thrill is gone!]'' points out that internet atheism has been in a significant slump since 2008. See: [[Internet atheism]] ]]
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[[File:Losing.jpeg|thumbnail|201px|left|The article ''[https://examiningatheism.blogspot.com/2020/01/internet-atheism-thrill-is-gone.html Internet atheism: The thrill is gone!]'' points out that internet atheism has been in a significant slump since 2011. See: [[Internet atheism]] ]]
 
[[Reddit atheism]], also known as r/[[atheism]], is one of the largest internet groups of atheists.<ref>[http://mashable.com/2013/06/14/reddit-atheism-mods/ Reddit Atheists Have New Leadership After Turbulent Coup]</ref> See also: [[Internet atheism]]
 
[[Reddit atheism]], also known as r/[[atheism]], is one of the largest internet groups of atheists.<ref>[http://mashable.com/2013/06/14/reddit-atheism-mods/ Reddit Atheists Have New Leadership After Turbulent Coup]</ref> See also: [[Internet atheism]]
  
A 2016 Reddit post entitled ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?'' declared: "Now making fun of religion gets you labeled as a neckbeard or edgy, when like 2 years ago atheism was the main driving force of reddit?"<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/OutOfTheLoop/comments/3wsfhd/why_is_everyone_mocking_atheism_all_of_a_sudden/ ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?''], Reddit post</ref> See also: [[YouTube atheism]]
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A 2016 Reddit post entitled ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?'' declared: "Now making fun of religion gets you labeled as a neckbeard or edgy, when like 2 years ago atheism was the main driving force of reddit?"<ref name="reddit.com">[https://www.reddit.com/r/OutOfTheLoop/comments/3wsfhd/why_is_everyone_mocking_atheism_all_of_a_sudden/ ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?''], Reddit post</ref> See also: [[YouTube atheism]]
  
 
A member of Reddit responded to the post indicating:
 
A member of Reddit responded to the post indicating:
{{Cquote|A few years ago r/atheism had a "faces of atheism" campaign where people submitted pictures of themselves with some comment on atheism on them. It was so embarrassing and cringeworthy that the reddit mods removed r/atheism from the frontpage/main reddits because the reputation of the site itself was being tarnished. Since then, people started combining the (already existing) "fat neckbeard" stereotype with atheism and made parodies of the faces of atheism, like some ugly/underage fedora wearer saying cringe stuff like "intellect is my blade" etc.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/OutOfTheLoop/comments/3wsfhd/why_is_everyone_mocking_atheism_all_of_a_sudden/ ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?''], Reddit post</ref>}}
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{{Cquote|A few years ago r/atheism had a "faces of atheism" campaign where people submitted pictures of themselves with some comment on atheism on them. It was so embarrassing and cringeworthy that the reddit mods removed r/atheism from the frontpage/main reddits because the reputation of the site itself was being tarnished. Since then, people started combining the (already existing) "fat neckbeard" stereotype with atheism and made parodies of the faces of atheism, like some ugly/underage fedora wearer saying cringe stuff like "intellect is my blade" etc.<ref name="reddit.com">[https://www.reddit.com/r/OutOfTheLoop/comments/3wsfhd/why_is_everyone_mocking_atheism_all_of_a_sudden/ ''Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden?''], Reddit post</ref>}}
  
 
See also: [[Unattractiveness of atheism]]
 
See also: [[Unattractiveness of atheism]]
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== Atheist trolls and individuals trolling atheists ==
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[[Image:Michelangelo creation-of-sun-and-moon.jpg|alt=creationism|left|thumb|250px|"But the one who rules in heaven laughs. The Lord scoffs at them." - [[Psalm]] 2:4 (ESV)]]
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''See also:'' [[Atheist trolls]] and [[Atheism and humor]] and [[Atheism and arrogance]]
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Both atheists and Muslims have developed a reputation of being thin-skinned (and for wanting to impose their ideology on others). It has been quipped that "Atheism is the [[Atheism is a religion|easiest religion]] to [[Internet Trolling|troll]]".<ref>[https://twitter.com/wefail/status/33097235830526771 "Martin Wefail" on Twitter]</ref><ref>[http://christianity.stackexchange.com/questions/15847/why-is-atheism-such-an-easy-religion-to-troll Atheism is the easiest religion to troll]</ref>  Internet trolls often actively pursue trolling atheists due to their penchant of being so proud and [[Atheism and anger|so easily angered]].<ref name="theguardian.com">[https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2012/nov/09/confessions-of-an-internet-troll ''Limmy's Show: Confessions of an internet troll''],'' The Guardian'', Brian Limond
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The Guardian, Friday 9 November 2012 10.00 EST</ref> 
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In 2012, ''The Guardian'' published an article entitled ''Limmy's Show: Confessions of an internet troll'' which had the subtitle ''There's a witch-hunt going on against internet trolls right now. But, argues Scots funnyman Limmy, randomly goading atheists, jocks and non-existent techno geeks can be fun''.<ref name="theguardian.com"/>  And of course, being thin-skinned is symptomatic of having excessive pride.
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[[Breitbart]] journalist [[Milo Yiannopoulos]], a self-described provocateur, indicates "the reason I have a go at atheists is that it's fun. They are so thin-skinned. They are like [[libertarianism|libertarians]], or...they are like liberal Democrats in the UK or..[[feminism|feminists]] in fact. They are so easy to wind up... They are so touchy."<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1Qao3A4yU4 Milo Yiannopoulos vs Atheism]</ref>
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Most people and cultures take a very dim view of proud people and some cultures are known for actively engaging humbling successful people and/or proud people (Several Anglosphere nations are known for having [[tall poppy syndrome]] and [[Phillipines|Filipinos]] are known for having a "crab culture".  Crabs in a bucket of water will pull down crabs trying to escape from the bucket).
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'''Atheist trolls and atheist bullying:'''
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''See also:'' [[Atheist trolls]]
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At the same time, atheists are known for trolling others and for engaging in internet [[atheist bullying]].<ref>[http://www.patheos.com/blogs/standingonmyhead/2012/07/atheist-trolls.html Atheist trolls]</ref><ref>[http://voxday.blogspot.com/2014/01/mailvox-distribution-of-atheist.html The distribution of atheist intelligence] by [[Vox Day]]</ref> See also: [[Atheist trolls]]
  
 
== Parody and satire have their place - Christian parody of atheism and evolution ==
 
== Parody and satire have their place - Christian parody of atheism and evolution ==
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As far as [[Christian]] [[internet evangelism]], YouTube is a popular online video sharing site that provides a method distributing Christian/creationist videos across the world. The YouTube search engine is the second largest search engine in the world.<ref>http://www.tgdaily.com/trendwatch-features/39777-youtube-surpasses-yahoo-as-world%E2%80%99s-2-search-engine</ref>   
 
As far as [[Christian]] [[internet evangelism]], YouTube is a popular online video sharing site that provides a method distributing Christian/creationist videos across the world. The YouTube search engine is the second largest search engine in the world.<ref>http://www.tgdaily.com/trendwatch-features/39777-youtube-surpasses-yahoo-as-world%E2%80%99s-2-search-engine</ref>   
 
[[File:Shockofgod helmet.jpg|thumbnail|175px|right|Logo for the Shockofgod YouTube channel]]
 
[[File:Shockofgod helmet.jpg|thumbnail|175px|right|Logo for the Shockofgod YouTube channel]]
The popular Christian YouTube channel, [[Shockofgod]], which often uses humor to poke fun at the foolishness of atheism, was shut down several times by atheist cyberbullying through false reports, but [http://creationwiki.org/Creationist_YouTube_video he developed counter measures to overcome this problem].<ref>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kax-zAJxi-U</ref> These false reports were not isolated incidents. Atheists, during the time that atheists were more active at YouTube (which was at the peak of the [[New Atheism]] movement), repeatedly used this deceitful tactic to block out [[Christianity]] and [[creation science]] videos. See also: [[YouTube atheism]]
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The popular Christian YouTube channel, [[Shockofgod]], which often uses humor to poke fun at the foolishness of atheism, was shut down several times by atheist cyberbullying through false reports, but [http://creationwiki.org/Creationist_YouTube_video he developed counter measures to overcome this problem].<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kax-zAJxi-U</ref> These false reports were not isolated incidents. Atheists, during the time that atheists were more active at YouTube (which was at the peak of the [[New Atheism]] movement), repeatedly used this deceitful tactic to block out [[Christianity]] and [[creation science]] videos. See also: [[YouTube atheism]]
  
 
Oswald Chambers declared about atheism: "The real attitude of sin in the heart towards God is that of being without God; it is pride, the worship of myself, that is the great atheistic fact in human life." <ref>Chambers, Oswald (1953).  ''God's Workmanship'' (London: Oswald Chambers Publications Association and Marshall, Morgan & Scott).</ref> See also: [[Atheism and arrogance]]
 
Oswald Chambers declared about atheism: "The real attitude of sin in the heart towards God is that of being without God; it is pride, the worship of myself, that is the great atheistic fact in human life." <ref>Chambers, Oswald (1953).  ''God's Workmanship'' (London: Oswald Chambers Publications Association and Marshall, Morgan & Scott).</ref> See also: [[Atheism and arrogance]]
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The Christian comedian Brad Stein has a popular comedic routine on the irrationality of atheism which has received over 1,500,000 views on YouTube.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyKAr-gxxFE Atheists Are Irrational], Brad Stein</ref>
 
The Christian comedian Brad Stein has a popular comedic routine on the irrationality of atheism which has received over 1,500,000 views on YouTube.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyKAr-gxxFE Atheists Are Irrational], Brad Stein</ref>
  
== Internet trolls and atheists ==
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== See also ==
 
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''See also:'' [[Atheism and humor#Atheism and trolls and atheist trolls|Atheism and trolls and atheist trolls]] and [[Atheism and arrogance]]
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Both atheists and Muslims have developed a reputation of being thin-skinned (and for wanting to impose their ideology on others). It has been quipped that "Atheism is the [[Atheism is a religion|easiest religion]] to [[Internet Trolling|troll]]".<ref>[https://twitter.com/wefail/status/33097235830526771 "Martin Wefail" on Twitter]</ref><ref>[http://christianity.stackexchange.com/questions/15847/why-is-atheism-such-an-easy-religion-to-troll Atheism is the easiest religion to troll]</ref>  Internet trolls often actively pursue trolling atheists due to their penchant of being so proud and [[Atheism and anger|so easily angered]].<ref>[http://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2012/nov/09/confessions-of-an-internet-troll ''Limmy's Show: Confessions of an internet troll''],'' The Guardian'', Brian Limond
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*[[The fool says in his heart, "There is no God."]]
The Guardian, Friday 9 November 2012 10.00 EST</ref>
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*[[Atheism and foolishness]]
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*[[Atheism and gullibility]]
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*[[Endurance of the saying "There are no atheists in foxholes"]]
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*[[Desecularization and social conformity]]
  
 
== Notes ==
 
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Although the secular left is known for ridiculing religion since at least the time of French Revolution (see: Atheism and mockery), the secular left is known for its humorlessness when it comes to others mocking of its ideology (See also: Atheism and humor and Atheism and intolerance).

In 2017, the atheist PZ Myers, quoting fellow leftist Alex Nichols, wrote: "...the growing popularity of jibes associating outspoken atheists with fedoras, neckbeards, and virginity, led to an exodus of liberals and leftists from the “atheist” tent. Those who remained for the most part lacked in social skills and self-awareness, and the results were disastrous."[1]

Humor is central to social life and humor can be a societal expression of ridicule/scorn.[2] Concerning various views on atheists, research in the American Sociological Review finds that among several groups listed, atheists are the group that Americans relate least to in terms of their vision of American society and are the group most likely to be mentioned as one that Americans would not want to have marry into their family. [3] A UK study found atheists widely distrusted - even among themselves (see: UK study regarding the public's views of atheists). Psychologists at the University of British Columbia and the University of Oregon published a study which reported that Americans and Canadians distrust atheists as much as rapists (see: Views on atheists#Americans and Canadians distrust atheists as much as rapists). Dr. Sam Harris is one of the founders of the New Atheism movement. Sam Harris is quite aware of the stigma surrounding atheism and has even advocated that atheists no longer call themselves atheists.[4] In fact, Harris has said concerning the label of atheist, "It's right next to child molester as a designation."[4][5] See also: Atheism and social outcasts and Closet atheist

Reddit post on the mocking of atheism

See also: Reddit atheism and Internet atheism and YouTube atheism

The article Internet atheism: The thrill is gone! points out that internet atheism has been in a significant slump since 2011. See: Internet atheism

Reddit atheism, also known as r/atheism, is one of the largest internet groups of atheists.[6] See also: Internet atheism

A 2016 Reddit post entitled Why is everyone mocking atheism all of a sudden? declared: "Now making fun of religion gets you labeled as a neckbeard or edgy, when like 2 years ago atheism was the main driving force of reddit?"[7] See also: YouTube atheism

A member of Reddit responded to the post indicating:

A few years ago r/atheism had a "faces of atheism" campaign where people submitted pictures of themselves with some comment on atheism on them. It was so embarrassing and cringeworthy that the reddit mods removed r/atheism from the frontpage/main reddits because the reputation of the site itself was being tarnished. Since then, people started combining the (already existing) "fat neckbeard" stereotype with atheism and made parodies of the faces of atheism, like some ugly/underage fedora wearer saying cringe stuff like "intellect is my blade" etc.[7]

See also: Unattractiveness of atheism

Atheist trolls and individuals trolling atheists

creationism
"But the one who rules in heaven laughs. The Lord scoffs at them." - Psalm 2:4 (ESV)

See also: Atheist trolls and Atheism and humor and Atheism and arrogance

Both atheists and Muslims have developed a reputation of being thin-skinned (and for wanting to impose their ideology on others). It has been quipped that "Atheism is the easiest religion to troll".[8][9] Internet trolls often actively pursue trolling atheists due to their penchant of being so proud and so easily angered.[10]

In 2012, The Guardian published an article entitled Limmy's Show: Confessions of an internet troll which had the subtitle There's a witch-hunt going on against internet trolls right now. But, argues Scots funnyman Limmy, randomly goading atheists, jocks and non-existent techno geeks can be fun.[10] And of course, being thin-skinned is symptomatic of having excessive pride.

Breitbart journalist Milo Yiannopoulos, a self-described provocateur, indicates "the reason I have a go at atheists is that it's fun. They are so thin-skinned. They are like libertarians, or...they are like liberal Democrats in the UK or..feminists in fact. They are so easy to wind up... They are so touchy."[11]

Most people and cultures take a very dim view of proud people and some cultures are known for actively engaging humbling successful people and/or proud people (Several Anglosphere nations are known for having tall poppy syndrome and Filipinos are known for having a "crab culture". Crabs in a bucket of water will pull down crabs trying to escape from the bucket).

Atheist trolls and atheist bullying:

See also: Atheist trolls

At the same time, atheists are known for trolling others and for engaging in internet atheist bullying.[12][13] See also: Atheist trolls

Parody and satire have their place - Christian parody of atheism and evolution

Although mere appeals to ridicule is a logical fallacy, parody and satire certainly have their place. Because Christianity is so well attested to via evidence and sound argumentation such as the work of Simon Greenleaf and other Christian apologists, Christians certainly have liberty to use parody and satire.

In terms of Christian satire, the Christian apologist JP Holding features a humorous Christian satire work entitled You may be a fundamentalist atheist if..... The biblical creationist organization Answers in Genesis has used satire to ridicule evolutionism.[14]

Thin-skinned YouTube atheists and humor

As far as Christian internet evangelism, YouTube is a popular online video sharing site that provides a method distributing Christian/creationist videos across the world. The YouTube search engine is the second largest search engine in the world.[15]

Logo for the Shockofgod YouTube channel

The popular Christian YouTube channel, Shockofgod, which often uses humor to poke fun at the foolishness of atheism, was shut down several times by atheist cyberbullying through false reports, but he developed counter measures to overcome this problem.[16] These false reports were not isolated incidents. Atheists, during the time that atheists were more active at YouTube (which was at the peak of the New Atheism movement), repeatedly used this deceitful tactic to block out Christianity and creation science videos. See also: YouTube atheism

Oswald Chambers declared about atheism: "The real attitude of sin in the heart towards God is that of being without God; it is pride, the worship of myself, that is the great atheistic fact in human life." [17] See also: Atheism and arrogance

It is often said that atheism is a result of demonic deception (see: Atheism and satanic deception).

In a 2008 interview, Dinesh D'Souza declared:

Look at Satan's reason for rebelling against God. It's not that he doesn't recognize that God is greater than he is. He does. It's just that he doesn't want to play by anybody else's rules. This idea that it is better to reign in hell than to serve in heaven is Satan's motto, and it turns out that this is also the motto of contemporary atheists such as Christopher Hitchens.[18]

Thomas More said, "The Devil, the proud spirit, cannot endure to be mocked.".[19]

Christian comedian Brad Stein comedic routine on the irrationality of atheism

See also: Atheism and irrationality and Atheism and logical fallacies and Atheism and logic

The Christian comedian Brad Stein has a popular comedic routine on the irrationality of atheism which has received over 1,500,000 views on YouTube.[20]

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