Basic beliefs
An agnostic is a person who does not believe there is any proof god exists. These people have no knowledge of a god however they still believe in one. The word agnostic literally means "not known."
TYpes of agnosticism
There are two types of agnosticism: Weak Agnosticism and Strong Agnosticism.
Weak agnostics do not claim to know if a sacred being exists or not. However, they can personally believe or disbelieve.
Strong agnostics believe them as well as all other human beings do not have the ability to know whether or not a god exists.
Weak agnostics do not claim to know if a sacred being exists or not. However, they can personally believe or disbelieve.
Strong agnostics believe them as well as all other human beings do not have the ability to know whether or not a god exists.
Holidays
Agnostics have no specific holidays for their religion. Most still celebrate federal holidays. Holidays such as Christmas and other religious holidays are celebrated by reinterpreting them. For example, Christmas could be focused on giving spirit instead of celebrating Jesus's birth.
Organization
Many agnostics choose to practice this religion privately. However, not everyone practices it this way. Some agnostics join liberal churches and secular groups. These two groups have no religious or spiritual basis. The Unitarian Universalist Church is also very popular for agnostics and does not require a belief in a god. Many also join atheist group because they are not sure what to believe and to experience different perspectives.
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Practices
There are no specific practices of agnostics, but many participate in regular ceremonies such as weddings and funerals. As agnosticism and atheism become more popular, there have been some traditional practices made. The Good Book by A.C. Grayling was published in the same format as the Bible. However, this book is obviously filled with different philosophy teachings.
"I think of myself as a positive agnostic. I don't know, therefore I'm open. I don't know, therefore I'm interested."
-Grace Slick
-Grace Slick