Monthly Archives: August 2014

A leading FAIR apologist strikes back

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Mithryn

After my last post, some feedback was sent to me by a certain apologist.  I will be reviewing his feedback to illustrate the problems with a lifetime of mental gymnastics. Complaint the first  I love the idea that I made … Continue reading →

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Daniel C. Peterson: Another Day, Another Paid Bully

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Mithryn

[Update 8/25/2014] Mr. Peterson’s entire talk can be found here I have to wonder if I need to apologize to Jeremy Runnells.  Before my article on “Big Lists,” FAIR hadn’t seemed to notice the CES letter.  But Jeff Lindsay replied … Continue reading →

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Bayesian thinking and the Statistical analysis of the Book of Mormon

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Mithryn

News from a recent Exmo presentation rocked the world of exmos and apologists alike when a presentation suggested two entirely new books as sources for the Book of Mormon.  The Late War of the United States against Britain and The First Book … Continue reading →

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Joseph Smith Translation “mistakes” timeline

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Mithryn

1823 Joseph’s Uncle’s business partner attempts to pass off ancient writing to Dr. Mitchell, same Dr. Mitchell that Joseph Smith Jr. would approach before Charles Anthon about the Book of Mormon (The Detroit Manuscript):http://www.olivercowdery.com/smithhome/2000s/charatr1.gif 1827-1830 – Book of Mormon Translation containing … Continue reading →

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A thought about walking on eggshells

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Mithryn

Every few days (seems like everyday)  over on the exmormon subreddit there is a new post that reads something like the following: My [mom/father/spouse/children] found out that I don’t believe in the church.  They have [an apartment/ a room/ a … Continue reading →

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The father of all lies

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Mithryn

Could it be… SATAN? On my blog, I called Brian Hales a bully for his commentary on Jeremy Runnells.  You can read that post here An interesting point is that Mr. Hales actually commented on the post: Hi Jeremy et … Continue reading →

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