apatheists

Apatheism is a stance characterized by indifference or a lack of interest in the existence or non-existence of deities. It is distinct from atheism, which is a positive disbelief in God, and agnosticism, which is the view that the existence of God is unknowable. An apatheist neither asserts nor denies the existence of God; instead, they simply do not care whether such a being exists or not.

This indifference can stem from various perspectives. Some apatheists may find the question of God's existence irrelevant to their daily lives or personal concerns. Others might view it as an unanswerable question that does not warrant significant emotional or intellectual investment. For some, their focus is on more immediate or tangible aspects of life, such as human relationships, ethical conduct, or scientific understanding, leaving the theological debate aside.

Apatheism is not necessarily a philosophical system or a developed belief, but rather a passive attitude. It can be a natural consequence of not having encountered compelling arguments for or against theism, or a deliberate choice to prioritize other areas of thought and experience. An apatheist might engage in religious or secular practices based on tradition, social convention, or personal preference, without holding strong convictions about the underlying divine claims. The core of apatheism lies in the absence of concern or engagement with questions of divinity.