“As a scientist, I’d like to say that the currently accepted scientific theory is evolution. But, some competing ideas have been proposed, such as ID and FSMism, and discussion to include one should include the other, as these ideas are equally valid.“
– Mark Zurbuchen, Ph.D.
“As a medical practitioner and scientist, I wholeheartedly believe that every theory and hypothesis needs full consideration and explanation with formal ratification by peer review. We have a duty to inform our schools and presumably pasta should form a staple part of our educational diet.“
– Dr. A. Macintyre (UK)
“Letting the religious right teach ID in schools is like letting the Marines teach poetry in advanced combat training. As a scientist, I see these the relevancy between the two sets to be equal. If Kansas is going to mess up like this, the least it can do is not be hypocritical and allow equal time for other alternative “theories” like FSMism, which is by far the tastier choice.”
– J. Simon, PhD
“One of the hardest things to do as a scientist is to put my personal beliefs aside when discussing matters of science. So as a professional, I have to say that both forms of Intelligent Design - ID and ID-FSM are equally valid and if intelligent design is taught in schools, equal time should be given to the FSM theory and the non-FSM theory. But, speaking personally now, it seems to me the FSM theory is MUCH more plausable than the non-FSM ID theory, because it is the only one of the two that takes into account all the discrepancies between ID and measureable objective reality.”
– Professor Douglas Shaw, Ph.D
“In discussing competing theories, if one is to present ID then it is only fair and logical to teach other theories with commensurate evidence. Based on Mr. Henderson’s letter, it is clear that the FSM theory has evidence comparable in weight to ID. As a scientist and professor, it is often difficult to present differing opinions in an unbiased way. However, it is important to the student to be exposed to these ideas to form their own opinions. This comes right out of the handbook of the ID purporters: present the different “theories” and let the listener decide. If those in favor of ID are so convinced, then they should not be concerned that the presentation of the FSM theory would serve to undermine the credibility of ID. “
– Elizabeth Garrett-Mayer, PhD
“At one time, I believed as the Aztecs did, that the universe was created by two gods, Quetzalcoatl and Tezcatlipoca who attacked and ripped apart Hungry Woman to create the universe. Then I believed, as the Moriori do, that the universe was created when Papa and her husband Rangi hugged and bore children, and were subsequently separated by their son Tane who let light shine between them. However, my views have been swayed by the substantial evidence that the earth and universe was actually created relatively recently by the Flying Spaghetti Monster (FSM). I am firmly convinced that the evidence supporting this depiction of the origins of life, the universe, and everything has many of the trappings of science, and I therefore support the inclusion of FSM creation evidence in the Kansas science curriculum and standards.“
– Sebastian Wren, Ph.D
“ One of the most exciting developments in fundamental physics in the last twenty years has been the development of so-called “String Theory.” In String Theory, all fundamental sub-atomic particles are visualized and described mathematically as microscopic vibrating strings. Although as yet unproven, many physicists believe that String Theory has the potential to become the long-sought “Theory of Everything,” through which the fundamental physical nature of all matter and forces will become understood.
Obviously String Theory IS correct, although misnamed (a secular humanist conspiracy perhaps?). As NOODLE Theory clearly unambiguously reveals, He has created the fundamental subatomic particles that form all matter in this universe in His own quivering image! You, me, the Earth, the stars…everything in the universe…are all built of trillions of tiny jiggling noodles, microscopic copies of our Divine Saucy Maker. Truly He is everywhere and in all things!
Boy-oh-Boyardi and Ramen!“
–Steve Lawrence, PhD
“As a scientist I believe that when presented with a new idea every possibility should be considered so we can eventually find the truth. It would be very biased if the only possibilities presented would be regulated by some authority. As a scientist I am biased towards the theory of evolution, but this does not mean that everyone should be forced to only learn this and believe this. Putting this aside, I feel if the government feels the need to regulate what students need to learn, then all ideas should be taught in school. Not only Intelligent Design (ID) should be taught, but the theory of the Flying Spaghetti Monster (FSM) should also be taught. In my scientific opinion when comparing the two theories, FSM theory seems to be more valid then the classic ID theory. There is more data to back FSM then I have ever seen for ID. The graph which was presented should alone more convincing then anything ID has ever presented. I endorse the FSM theory.“
–Afshin Beheshti, PhD
“As a scienctist, I think that ID is a form of pseudoscience–nothing more, nothing less. Pseudosciences lack the well-designed and carefully-interpreted experiments which characterize the true sciences. ID is popular because it provides the general public with an easily understood “answer” to nature’s complexity. Why is it human nature to try to fill the gaps in science with some form of a deity? Nobel laureate Richard Feynman, in his response the Challenger disaster, wrote, “For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for Nature cannot be fooled.” It is too bad that many in the USA have fallen into the ID trap, and are making emotional rather than logical decisions.
That being said, and the more I consider ID and the Flying Spaghetti Monster (FSM) theory, the FSM theory has a lot going for it. First, it should satisfy even the most ardent ID detractors. Secondly, since everyone needs to eat and to believe in something, the FSM theory fulfills these desires. Finally, FSM neatly ties together the many ideas about the creation of the universe. I plan on exposing my students to the FSM theory over a pasta dinner. “
–Elizabeth Cowles, PhD
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A message for Lyndsey Stafford “Communion” isn’t that what it’s called when you eat your creator?
I just want to clarify one thing. Intelligent design is only an idea and does NOT qualify as a theory.
Not sure about the design, but I really enjoyed some leftover pasta from East Side Mario’s the other day so much that I ate the plate clean. And isn’t cleanliness next to godliness?
Hmm….
I strongly recommend that not a single “theory” or “idea” will be left out of the school
Give the next generation the ability to CHOOSE their way into the future by giving them knowledge of everything!
Maybe someone then will give us all the TOE (theory of everything), including FSM, ID, The “Asa tro”, String theory, Faith in Politics, Many Worlds Interpretation …and so on.
Then there will never again be any time over to make war….
As a proctologist and seeing peoples colons I whole heartedly believe this
this religion is completely valid meow due to all the reasearch ive had on it meow. i would love meow to join this religion meow.
how do i become a pastafarian
how do i be come a pastafarian
You guys pride over the molestation of one giant strawman you’ve created? And many have PH.D’s at the end of their names to that….tsk, tsk, tsk, i guess this is the best we can get from 2 centuries of evolution-based education….
Pathetic.
honestly,
this shows just how stupid yuo are to believe in god.
sorry to say, but the bible was not writen by god.
and the bible wasn’t told gods infamous friends.
the bible was created to make people behave in fear.
what a good “god”
YOU BETTER BELIEVE THIS OR YOU’RE GOING TO HELL.
what terrible parents you are to force your children to go to church,
force them to believe in all this god bullshit.
thye’re going to grow up and waste their lives too.
half the kids who go to church or catholic schoools dont even believe in god.
it’s your beleifs i guess.
but honestly.
look at this website,
and tell me.
is it really all that differnt from what you belive?
it isn’t. the names are a little crazy.
and the “god” is crazy too,
but no ones ever seen this god person you believe in.
at least the spaghetti monster is a little more realistic
you can see him in the pasta
just think about it
(:
Actually, theophagy is the act of eating a god (also a new term for it: deophage). Communion is when people come together. Trifles, really. But I think it important to remember that non-Christians also commune. (I actually missed the relevance of the previous post, I have to admit.)
I must say, FSM and Bobby make me happy and therefore FSM must exist, right?
If the flying spagetti monster was real, why is this thing revealing itself now and not back in the days of creating man? What was his purpose then on creating the universe, or his cause to become a flying monster? Why would he bother creating you or I? Why then couldn’t we not see him then, and cannot see him now? Why did it took a form of a spagetti and not pizza? Why don’t we all look like the spagetti?
My God in whom I worship have gave me plenty of reasons why what how we were created. Isn’t Love greater then hate? Isn’t the light make us see so we do not stumble? What about Water, isn’t that the very essence of life? God is both Love-Light-and Living Water, and we were created in his image. The only reason we don’t see him is because of sin and we all fall short glory to God. Thanks his son Jesus christ, he has giving us a way to get to him. My God is my Father and his body consists of my family. Join this love whom your very being seek so much, the light which promises comfort and safety through your hardships. Recieve his love for he wants you to know him. If that weren’t the case, then I wouldn’t be here to tell you this. He loves all of you, for the reason of his message is love.
Amazing! Last week I was near the end of my rope. My faith in Jebus was wavering and my wife made it clear that by modelling my life after Homer Jay Simpson, she was close to leaving me. The excessive Duff sessions were problematic enough although to be honest I don’t remember too much about them. And then the upcoming trial in which, if it goes sideways for me, I could be facing 7 to 10 years in the big house. All because of a stupid misunderstanding involving a 10′ X 10′ sheet of poly, an oversized zucchini and a large tube of KY Jelly lubricant. I was so happy to run into my old sex education teacher from high school, Miss Bloehme, and to fair I missed the class where they suggested that we not use rohypnol, at least not without consent. Now my wife doesn’t trust me and won’t even cook the zucchini I bring home without first testing it for remnants of lubricants.
I’m rambling a bit here, but I’m veeeery excited. Feeling quite sorry for myself last week, I faced towards the heavens and said “god, if you are real, send me a sign”. Well, wouldn’t you just believe what happened. God spoke to me through a sign all right, I turned the corner in my car (which is insured in case anyone asks you….wink, wink…) and there was a sign, a Boston Pizza sign in fact. Reaching out to God had worked!!! And right when I was eating my serving of Smoky Mountain Spaghetti and Tennesee Meaballs a man sitting across the restaurant from me came over and gave me some literature about FSM. I was so shocked that I went in the restroom to gather my thoughts. When I came out 5 minutes later, this ‘man’ was no longer there. I now believe that, in fact, he was an angel an
Amazing! Last week I was near the end of my rope. My faith in Jebus was wavering and my wife made it clear that by modelling my life after Homer Jay Simpson, she was close to leaving me. The excessive Duff sessions were problematic enough although to be honest I don’t remember too much about them. And then the upcoming trial in which, if it goes sideways for me, I could be facing 7 to 10 years in the big house. All because of a stupid misunderstanding involving a 10′ X 10′ sheet of poly, an oversized zucchini and a large tube of KY Jelly lubricant. I was so happy to run into my old sex education teacher from high school, Miss Bloehme, and to fair I missed the class where they suggested that we not use rohypnol, at least not without consent. Now my wife doesn’t trust me and won’t even cook the zucchini I bring home without first testing it for remnants of lubricants.
I’m rambling a bit here, but I’m veeeery excited. Feeling quite sorry for myself last week, I faced towards the heavens and said “god, if you are real, send me a sign”. Well, wouldn’t you just believe what happened. God spoke to me through a sign all right, I turned the corner in my car (which is insured in case anyone asks you….wink, wink…) and there was a sign, a Boston Pizza sign in fact. Reaching out to God had worked!!! And right when I was eating my serving of Smoky Mountain Spaghetti and Tennesee Meaballs a man sitting across the restaurant from me came over and gave me some literature about FSM. I was so shocked that I went in the restroom to gather my thoughts. When I came out 5 minutes later, this ‘man’ was no longer there. I now believe that, in fact, he was an angel and not a man at all. What are the odds that in just 5 minutes this man would be gone. It takes at least 20 minutes to get your order at Boston Pizza. Clearly, FSM had sent an angel during the hour of my greatest need.
I guess that when you’re touched by his noodly appendages, all the nay-sayers in the world cannot destroy your faith. Xtians call it faith, Mormons call it their testimony, Muslims call it sharia and Hindus call it hoooolycowman. But now I’ve been touched, I realize that all is FSM, FSM is all in all, and the I am becomes FSM am……haha, sounds like I’ve invented a radio station doesn’t it?
I have ordered full pirate regalia because words without deeds just isn’t right. I’m also memorizing the 8 ‘I’d Rather You Didn’ts’. I think the judge in my upcoming trial will be impressed that I have found ‘god’, and that as a Pastafarian drinking beer is a religious rite so I won’t have to stop. RAmen!!
The first post came about by accidentally hitting the ENTER key. The full post is the second one. You can delete the first one but please pray for guidance from FSM before doing so.
Oh shoot, I thought the ‘leave a reply’ was just a place to leave a message for the moderator so I left a message in it explaining that I’d hit the ENTER key accidentally (or maybe it wasn’t even me but an evil spirit attempting to stop me spreading the truth of the gospel of FSM in a computer literate way) and that the moderator should just delete post #1 and leave post #2 which contains post #1 and much much more useful testemonial information. Of course now it appears that the moderator will have to delete post #3 as well. What a moron I am sometimes; thank FSM that he/she does not expect perfection except perhaps in the right choice of pirate regalia.
I have studied the flying Monster Spaghetti hypothesis and found it to have just as much credibility as most theories of evolution.
Evolution: A gradual process in which something changes into a different and usually more complex or better form.
Hm just remembered but there’s a medical condition where a bone will form from over exertion from the particular over stressed joint in question. Would that be counted as evolution or something different?
Oh by the way i’m open ID either being made from FSM of God either way quiet happy to be living and in someone improve someone elses life be it pirate or otherwise
I truly believe in the theory of the FSM. I myself am a Pastafaraian and am constantly converting civilians of my town. Spaghetti rules.
It boggles my mind that so many people come across FSM and take up the “you hate God” mantra. Mouthbreathers, get a clue and stop stealing our oxygen. The rest of us will be eating.
Ramen.