Or it could be most Orthodox people aren't skeptics because it's all truth.
Jewish Philosopher | Homepage | 12.05.06 - 4:51 am | #

By that logic we should all be Christians, because there are more of them and they all believe it, so it must be true.
Billie Jean | Homepage | 12.05.06 - 4:51 am | #

Actually, since I saw an episode of "Big Love", I've been thinking a lot about Mormonism.

But really, truth depends on evidence not popularity.
Jewish Philosopher | Homepage | 12.05.06 - 4:52 am | #

I don't think that it's just inertia, but it is difficult to think about things which may disrupt your life - especially when you are short on time and sleep.

If you're interested, here is my thesis on this:
http://daasdiybur.blogspot.com/2...ver- wonder.html
dbs | Homepage | 12.05.06 - 4:52 am | #

David: Sorry for my tardy response. Good post, I'll link it in the article.
Billie Jean | Homepage | 12.05.06 - 4:53 am | #