Introduction
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There have always been some people who lived without
religious faith, even when it was unusual or dangerous to do so.
It has been estimated that about 3% of the people in the world
today do not believe in a god or gods, most of them in the developed
world.
Beliefs - more
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Some people never really
think about God, but those who have, and have rejected religious
belief, often give one or more of the following reasons: They
have considered the questions religions claim to answer and found
religious answers unsatisfactory.
Ceremonies - more
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We know that throughout
history, and indeed prehistory, ceremonies have been used to mark
important events in people's lives, and a formal occasion can
be particularly helpful in the early days of bereavement.
Rules - more
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Non-religious people
do not have holy texts or traditional authorities to tell them
how to live.
Purpose of Life
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Our knowledge and understanding
of the universe has expanded
