Is the Constitution able to protect atheist religions? Let's look at the arguments and definition of atheism. We'll also discuss why atheism has been declared a religion and whether or not the Constitution recognizes it as a religious belief. After all, atheism is a philosophical position where we reject the existence of any deity.
Arguments for atheism
Atheism is a philosophy which rejects the belief that there are gods. Many forms of atheism exist, and they all reject the notion that there is a Supreme God. These religions include Hinduism, African Christianity, and the classic Greek Greek religion. Some atheists also reject the idea that there is a deity.
Atheism can be supported with the absence of evidence for gods. Belief in gods is based on the belief that there is a supreme being who is independent from the laws of nature. Therefore, it is incumbent upon the believer to demonstrate that such an entity exists.
Epicurus and other philosophers developed materialistic theories that challenged religious belief. He believed in gods, but he said that they were impersonal and not interested in human affairs. Ataraxia was a philosophy that the Epicureans tried to attain.
Definition of atheism: A religion
Atheists believe God is not real. But that doesn't make them reject all religions. Some of them are religious. Many of them have become committed members of theistic communities. The key is defining atheism as a religion, not a 'no god' philosophy.
Many definitions of the term "atheist," each with their own pros and disadvantages, exist. According to Encyclopedia of Philosophy, an "atheist" is someone who rejects the existence of God. Others believe God doesn't exist and religions are false.
This second definition is too broad. The word "atheism" is too broad. Fideistic believers, for example, believe that God exists despite the low probability of that belief. They believe in God because they require a higher power to understand life. Atheism does not distinguish them.
Are atheist religions protected by Constitution?
The First Amendment guarantees the right of all people, even atheists to worship God. However, the Constitution's Establishment Clause prohibits governments establishing or favoring any particular religion. This clause also prohibits discrimination against atheists in America, which is a minority.