Should atheism be considered a religion?

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Selected thesis

Atheism should be considered a religion.

Pros

Cons

  • Pro claim 1

    Like religious congregations, there are groups of atheists that organize around their beliefs.

  • Pro claim 2

    Atheism is built around a religious belief in science and reason.

  • Con claim 1

    Atheists do not have any sacred texts, doctrines, rituals, or traditions.

  • Con claim 2

    The rejection of religion is not a religion.