Agnosticism is a term originally coined by Thomas H. Huxley in the 1840s to refer to an ideology which states, primarily, that the nature of the universe and of existence itself cannot be known. Hence, it is foolish to pretend otherwise, and all attempts to the contrary must necessarily end in dogma lacking in all form of proof.
From Huxley's "Agnosticism":
"Agnosticism, in fact, is not a creed, but a method, the essence of which lies in the rigorous application of a single principle ... Positively the principle may be expressed: In matters of the intellect, follow your reason as far as it will take you, without regard to any other consideration. And negatively: In matters of the intellect, do not pretend that conclusions are certain which are not demonstrated or demonstrable."
Several linksto sites with atheist, agnostic, and Christian views, with brief commentary, and subjective rating of each site. www.angelfire.com/ky/agnosticism
over 400 skeptical definitions and essays on occult, paranormal,supernatural and pseudoscientific ideas and practices with references to the best skeptical literature skepdic.com
"And MAN CREATED GOD," a book by George Carl Mynchenberg, presents the Agnostic view point using science, history and logic while denying all religious belief and faith in revelations from a Creator or God. www.daytonalawyer.com/georgemynchenberg.htm
This article by William Henry Young provides some history about agnosticism since 1869 and suggests reasons for the introduction of the term evangelical agnosticism. www.infidels.org/../../../evangelicalagnosticism.html
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