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Originally Posted by kohina  Why are people so intolerant? Why do people still look down on me? |
Anyone could ask these questions -- Muslims, Jews, Hindus...
I think you know what most major (monotheistic) religions think of Atheism. Islamically speaking, you will ultimately be judged by God, and regardless of your claim to be an Atheist, it will be His decision to measure the contents of your heart, morals, beliefs, and so on.
I haven't put much thought into your other questions about what part Atheists should have in society. Just as I don't generally think of people in groups that way. As long as you are a law-abiding citizen who gives back to her community, I don't have a care for what your personal beliefs/practices are.
I know what it is like to be on the receiving end of discrimination. I know how hurtful it can be to realize the hate that some people harbour for others who are different. All you can do is continue living the best way you know how to, and forget about the rest - because if they are busy judging you, they certainly aren't paying much attention to their own "faith." They should be the ones worried about their fate if you ask me.