I think it’s funny because of its nature as an argument from authority. It’s like people don’t realize that if you tell a non-believer that Joe Athiest is now born-again the non-believer will say, “So what?”
I’ve heard the proclivity is particularly endemic with creationists: There is a rumor that Darwin renounced evolution on his deathbed. Even if it was true, it is baffling that one would think that a deathbed proclimation would negate all the evidence in Darwin’s research and writings.
I think he knows exactly what he’s doing. It looks to me like he’s admitting that it’s just a god of the gaps. My philosophy professor badgered me into accepting the “first cause” god on the condition that she knew I accepted it only in this manner. I think that’s all he’s doing.
sigh This is why, sometimes, I hate Opera Internet Browser. I open windows the background and forget about them. Two hours later, when I decide to reply and forget to refresh, I make myself look like an ass.
Hmm, rather looks as though the rumour surfaced before and certain interest groups rush to pick up on it. Quelle surprise! :rolleyes: Heheh, but I don’t think I’d put any money on his makinbg a deathbed conversion.
