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0 pointsmicahbright9y ago0 comments

Although theological beliefs are rarely falsifiable, that doesn't mean they don't matter or render no benefit.

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Yeah, just because they don't say anything about the world does not mean they can not be used. The theology of Luther and Calvin changed the world. Even today you can start your own cult or church and get power over lots of people and get rich.

But Newton did none of those things. His theology did not influence anybody and was therefore a waste of time, except for the personal gratification he gained from it.

micahbrightOP9y ago

There's plenty of falsifiable evidence that suggests that adhering to religion is good for the individual, So there are positive benefits as well. There are also examples of religions doing good for humanity.

To say that Newton's theology "did not influence anybody and was therefore a waste of time" is absolutely false. I remember my math teacher mentioning several of his statements and beliefs about the nature of God during lecture.

olavk9y ago

So what are some of the important theological discoveries by Newton?

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olavk9y ago

But Newton did none of those things. His theology did not influence anybody and was therefore a waste of time, except for the personal gratification he gained from it.

micahbrightOP9y ago

olavk9y ago

So what are some of the important theological discoveries by Newton?

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