I know this is a really old thread, but as someone still discovering the treasures of the Monastery, I found this one fascinating.

Over the weekend I was talking to a fellow programmer, who is a brilliant all-around kind of guy, about faith issues (I'm a Christian, he's "almost" an atheist). I was complimenting him on his continued interest in faith issues and his openess to discussing the topic. I reminded him that Larry Wall was a Christian, among other famous intellects, and he replied, "and that's what keeps me interested."

I'm glad that Perlmonks respect each other's belief (or non-belief) systems, and that it's actually possible for a Christian not to be thought of as daft.

I like it here at the Monastery.

In reply to Re: Religion in the Monastery. by bradcathey
in thread Religion in the Monastery. by benn

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