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if there is no god in the atheism model then what is the general consensus among you guys for where everthing came from and how everything began
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There is no "general consensus" among atheists because atheism isn't a belief system, religion, ideology, or anything similar. Most atheists in the West accept the explanations provided thus far by science because science's track record in these matters is far superior to anything else - especially Bronze Age religions.
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Answers by Expert:
Austin Cline
Expertise
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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