Atheist Republic Cape Town

I'm cynical about religion but I'm not a cynic I do believe in other things The thing that put me off religion was I was raised Catholic Any other Catholics in It's a weird thing isn't it Like Catholic school if you go to Catholic school sex education is very odd Sex education they don't want kids to be told about sex They want to show them

I ran across Justin's content on Tik Tok and simply had to introduce him to you. I find Justin's thorough, authentic approach to deconstructing religion refreshing and insightful. You can follow Justin at the following links - https://www.youtube.com/@The_Deconstruction_Zone https://www.tiktok.com/@the.deconstruction.zone

Follow Tristan here - Blog: http://www.tristankappwrites.com ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Tristan-Kapp-2 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristankapp Tristán Kapp is a South African polyglot, secular academic researcher & thought leader. He volunteers as community paralegal, while serving on the executive committee as spokesperson and interfaith officer, at the South African Pagan Rights Alliance (SAPRA). A Non-Profit Company, fighting for Pagan-related religious minorities in South Africa. Tristán is also an occasional blogger, and marginalised identities advocate. Engaging his passions for human sexuality, spirituality, philosophy, psychology, ancient languages, religion and culture. He has a BDiv. (Bachelor of Divinity) and MDiv. (Master of Divinity) in Theology, with research focuses in the Department Systematic & Historical Theology, at the University of Pretoria. In 2021, he received a sponsored lifetime membership from the Golden Key International Honour Society (University of Pretoria Chapter). And has been a guest on numerous podcasts, as well as news media: both locally and abroad. He has survived multiple ordeals in his life from an early age; a victim of bullying and marginalisation at school, multiple invasive leg surgeries, and a near-death stabbing incident. These experiences saw him pursuing ways to empower the rights of marginalised individuals. By assisting cases of GBV, championing his passion for their victims. He is also passionate about human rights, and combating religious extremism. He remains dedicated to making society more hospitable to "otherness", by challenging perceived "normative" ideas in society, through discourse! Tristán is also an entrepreneur events Violinist, with his own business "4de Snaar", which he started in 2014 at the age of 16. During Covid-19, he also started "Alterity Counselling", where he aims to provide virtual mental health support to those struggling with post-religion crises. He is inclusive to minorities like LGBTQIA, non-mainstream religious/a-religious, and related communities: assisting people of all ages, embrace their identity of "otherness". Tristán is currently pursuing his (Ph.D.) Doctor of Philosophy in Religion Studies, at the University of Pretoria; focusing on expressions of sexuality as post-theistic spirituality in Eastern, Western and African esotericism (expected 2024). He is also working on obtaining his marriage officer license, in order to pursue his dream of solemnising non-mainstream marriages, in South Africa. He is always looking for collaborative opportunities to pursue new and exciting projects, as academic thought leader on non-mainstream religions, and new religious movements in South Africa.

Join us for a meet and greet with Lize - https://www.tiktok.com/@buildingstrongerlives

We are all saddened by the news of Lynda's passing. Join us in remembering the life and legacy of Mama Kelele, Lynda Tilley.

Join us for a meet and greet with Dorcas. We are hearing her deconversion story and talking about the role of women in religion.

Dive deep with us as we unravel the myths and mysteries of Sodom and Gomorrah and the controversial sin of Onan. From ancient texts to modern interpretations, we challenge the status quo, question the narratives, and shed light on these age-old tales from a fresh, atheist perspective. Join the conversation and discover the untold stories behind these biblical legends.

And you know that's the harm that I see you know sure religion does a lot of harm you know but the most insidious and the most damaging is the harm that it does to our self-esteem It teaches you that you are not worthy that you're not worthy of love that you're not worthy of being acknowledged and seen and recognized because you are just full under God's feet you know you have to come groveling and begging and I just you know second I let religion go I gave myself that space to stand on my own two feet and you know recognize myself and I wish that for everybody

Join us for a meet and greet with Hein. Hein is one of our co-hosts on the Skeptic Haven's Global Atheists show.

The question of whether belief in God is based on faith or fiction, and the subsequent question about what might be "wrong" with the idea of God, have been subjects of debate for millennia. Philosophers, theologians, scientists, and laypeople have all weighed in on these topics, and there is a wide range of opinions.

Bibele: Buka e iphihisang - Karolo 1 Bible: A book that contradictsitself-Part1

Join us for a meet and greet with Cynthia. We will discuss her leaving religion and other topics. You can find Cynthia at the following links - https://www.tiktok.com/@camglamming https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCkXIuJyc41HqlTCVolAGzQ

Join ntate Bolelang as he interviews Alvina Gachugu from Kenya. Alvina is a Kenyan, TV Personality, Actress, Emcee, Musician, Mother, Author, All round performer.

In a world characterized by diversity and pluralism, one might expect religious beliefs to be private matters, shared solely within the confines of personal spirituality. However, a group that seems to defy this expectation is Christians. Their evangelistic fervor, deeply ingrained in the teachings of their faith, drives them to share their beliefs passionately and sometimes aggressively with others, regardless of religious or cultural differences. We discuss the reasons behind Christians' inability to keep their religion to themselves, examining the theological, historical, and cultural factors that contribute to their persistent proselytization.

I came across The Phil Agnostic on Tik Tok and simply had to introduce you to him.

Join us for a meet and greet with Teo el Ateo. We all know Teo from a variety of shows that he hosts. I had a conversation with him yesterday to get to know the man behind the avatar. Very interesting conversation indeed.

I first ran into Lissette Martinez on Belief Battles and simply had to introduce her to you! You can find Lissette on the following channels - https://youtube.com/@BeliefBattles https://youtube.com/@NuestraExperienciaAtea

We want to know. Is it faith or fiction? It is very simple. You say there are gods. We are not convinced. What are we not seeing? What are we not understanding? Come and sort these atheists out! http://tiny.cc/forf We're diving headfirst into the problem of divine hiddenness. It's like that frustrating game of hide-and-seek where you're wandering around, clueless if anyone's even hiding. Atheists love sinking their teeth into this juicy topic because it's all about questioning why, if there's this supposed all-loving and all-powerful God, they don't just make it super obvious that they exist. Seriously, what's the deal?

Satane le Jehova - Metsoalle ea hlooho ea khomo (Satan and Jehova -Bosomfriends)

Join our panel and sort these atheists out! It's worth noting that the existence of multiple religions doesn't necessarily imply that only one of them is correct or that one particular religion possesses the sole truth. Considering this diversity, it is evident that religious beliefs and practices vary widely across cultures and throughout history. Whether there can be only one god or multiple gods or none at all depends on the religious framework and beliefs one adopts. It is a question that has been debated by theologians, philosophers, and scholars for centuries, and different perspectives exist on this matter.

Join us for a meet and greet with Wonderful Mkhutche from Malawi. https://www.facebook.com/humanistsmw https://www.academia.edu/99550917/Wonderful_Mkhutche_Religion_and_Politics_in_Malawi_Short_Essays https://twitter.com/HumanistsM "Years ago, I made the decision to leave religion and become a Humanist. And I have never looked back. One day, I'll tell the full story of how it felt like fighting against the world. It's possible to live without religion. I can't remember the last time I prayed. But my weaknesses and strengths are the same as those of everyone. My mind does not rely on ancient writings for infallible authority, but my actions are based on the greater good for me and everyone."