I've yet to see anyone change their mind on something due to a Hilbert's Hotel argument, or even show the slightest effort of trying to.
You might be expecting a little bit too much there. I do agree with you, as I think some arguments that were brought up here should have been enough to convince people as far as that they are believing 'wrong' things, however I've come to learn here that it's not (always) the facts that
really matter.
expecting what? "I've yet to see..." means "i haven't seen it yet". it doesn't mean or even imply the expectation that someone might change their mind. in fact Aris hasn't posted here before
because no one ever changes their minds.
On the other hand, someone who doesn't have to live a certain way of life full of restrictions due to its beliefs will generally be more open-minded, and our society needs open-minded people to try new things and advance humanity further into the future.
"full of restrictions" is a bit too strong, and generalises Christians too much (when discussing a religion there's always room for generalisation, but in this case i'd say that's still too much). ignoring "Christians" who call themselves Christians but really aren't by any stretch of Biblical standards, Christianity covers a broad range from the Orthodox, Roman Catholic, and a few Protestant denominations with strict hierarchies and conditions for salvation, to those who take the Bible literally when it says "...whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16, among many other similar verses).
what makes me a Christian? i believe Jesus died and rose again for my salvation. that's it. i don't have strict restrictions on my life. i'm free to live it exactly how i want. but my desire to have the best life possible leads me to study the Bible's wisdom. this means (among other things) be uplifting to others, treat them as you would have them treat you, be an example to others, respect the laws of those over you even though, abstain from sex before you're married, have lots of sex with your spouse when you are married (that's in there too), be forgiving because you expect God to forgive you... these are all good morals, not restrictions that inhibit our advancement.
julz
