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I've heard this phrase - am not sure of the origin.
But what does it mean? And how does one live up to it when one is agnostic and does not have any religious faith?
I believe the phrase is of Christian origin, so I don't expect a non-Christian agnostic to "live up to it." Why should you try to live up to something based on the doctrines of a religion you don't follow? The list of such doctrines could be endless and many of the doctrines would contradict each other. Why single out this one to try to live up to?
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Austin Cline
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I can address questions regarding atheism, agnosticism, skepticism, humanism, religious philosophy & history, and arguments both for and against theism. I am also familiar with many of the skeptical and atheist resources in print and on the internet.
Experience
I have been an atheist and a secular humanist for many years. I actively run a site about agnosticism & atheism and attempt to help people understand more about these topics. I have made extensive study of both philosophy and of a wide vareity of religions.
Organizations
I belong to the Freedom From Religion Foundation and the Council for Secular Humanism.
Publications
My writings appear every week on the Agnosticism/Atheism site
Education/Credentials
I have a BA from the University of Pennsylvania and an MA from Princeton University. I have also studied in Germany and Switzerland.
Awards and Honors
Phi Beta Kappa and a Fulbright Scholar.
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