Q: Do you feel as if we HAVE to label ourselves an agnostic, atheist, or theist?
A: Yes, I believe as if we do have to label ourselves as one of these three options. It is impossible for one to not have an opinion in a subject as big and important as God (In fact, I don't believe it is possible for anyone to have no opinion on any certain topic, but that is not for here.) One must either believe in, be unsure of (or not know, or have doubts on), or not simply not believe in the existence of God. It is impossible for someone to not hold one of these opinions, and therefore can be classified as whatever it is that they believe in. I do view however that sometimes people can be unsure of what their opinion is on the subject, and until they figure it out, one should not be classified. That is the only exception I can think of as to when a person should not be classified.
Do you think that labels will confine us and make us stay within their boundaries?
I have responded to your question in my blog.
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