johnp299

johnp299 t1_j090hs3 wrote

At least in the sciences I'm familiar with, there's really no logical "proof" of things, just evidence that supports a theory -- for now. The stronger the evidence, the greater the confidence you can have in a theory. But that stops when good contradictory evidence appears. Then you need a better theory.

If you wish, think about the reasons why you think it's a good idea to accept reincarnation, or any belief, at face value. It might be a worthwhile exercise.

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johnp299 t1_ixhvsod wrote

There's a story about a woman and young son relaxing at a beach. A huge wave comes along and washes the kid out to sea. The woman shrieks, runs back and forth, then gets on her knees in the sand, trembling. She prays, "Oh God! Oh God! Please bring my boy back! He's everything to me!" Five minutes later, a giant whirlwind appears over the water, spraying mist everywhere. The boy emerges from the tornado, and the wind gently lowers him to the sand. She embraces him. The lady stands and opens her arms to the heavens. She says, "He had a hat..."

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