God is simple, not complex

[Salinger]

This is to correct a common misunderstanding that many atheists seem to have, namely, the mistaken belief that God is complex. God is simple, not complex. That's why God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

In theology, the doctrine of divine simplicity says that God is without parts. The general idea of divine simplicity can be stated in this way: the being of God is identical to the "attributes" of God. (source: Wikipedia: Divine simplicity)

[josephpalazzo]

Well whether your fictional character is simple or complex, he's still fictional. Now run away and go play with the children...

[Hydra009]

God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

Words are wind.

[TomFoolery]

That's why God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

Of course God is an explanation for the mystery of existence. Aborigines believe the universe was created by a rainbow serpent. That is also an explanation. To declare a Christian (or Muslim or Jewish or whatever god) is the most parsimonious explanation really illustrates a lack of creativity.

[GSOgymrat]

The doctrine of simplicity is a pleasant concept but God's "attributes" appear to be a point of contention for many.

[Hakurei Reimu]

This is to correct a common misunderstanding that many atheists seem to have, namely, the mistaken belief that God is complex. God is simple, not complex. That's why God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

...because you say so.

Are you a hit-and-run poster, or are you going to stay to flap your meat at us?

[stromboli]

We don't sit around thinking about a nonexistent god. That would be like expressing opinions of what color the Tooth Fairy's dress is.

[Nonsensei]

This is to correct a common misunderstanding that many atheists seem to have, namely, the mistaken belief that God is complex. God is simple, not complex. That's why God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

You suggest that God is the simplest explanation for the "mystery" of existence. Actually, if simplicity is going to be the most valued attribute in determining an explanation for existence, then the simplest explanation is that everything just IS. No god necessary. In fact, positing a God adds a great deal of complexity to an otherwise super simple conclusion

[stromboli]

Its too early for Bob Jones U to be out for spring break, so it looks like we got a freelancer here. I'm sure there will be a seminary lesson to follow.

[Nonsensei]

Its too early for Bob Jones U to be out for spring break, so it looks like we got a freelancer here. I'm sure there will be a seminary lesson to follow.

I bet he never comes back. You guys insult them too quickly. They never stick around to play.

[Mermaid]

This is to correct a common misunderstanding that many atheists seem to have, namely, the mistaken belief that God is complex. God is simple, not complex. That's why God is the most parsimonious explanation for the mystery of existence - for why there is something rather than nothing.

Atheists commonly believe God is a complex God?

[stromboli]

I bet he never comes back. You guys insult them too quickly. They never stick around to play.

You mean the act dumb part? Damn it, my bad.

[PickelledEggs]

[PickelledEggs]

I bet he never comes back. You guys insult them too quickly. They never stick around to play.

In such a small amount of time, he's given us so much material to make fun of. It's not our fault that he's intellectually retarded.

[Salinger]

You suggest that God is the simplest explanation for the "mystery" of existence. Actually, if simplicity is going to be the most valued attribute in determining an explanation for existence, then the simplest explanation is that everything just IS. No god necessary. In fact, positing a God adds a great deal of complexity to an otherwise super simple conclusion

That's a concession, not an explanation.