Tip # 7: Believers Aren't Good Sources On Nonbelievers

While we're on the topic of narratives, there's a certain set of narratives regarding nonbelievers. The polite way to describe these narratives is "inaccurate". The most generous way to describe those who propagate these narratives is "mistaken on a fundamental level".

It's important to note that these narratives don't need to originate from or be propagated by dishonesty. When taking this tip into consideration, with regards to anything said by a religious figure, a trusted authority, or even a friend, one need not decide solely between "liar" and "accurately describing the reality". Dishonesty is a possibility, but far from the only one.

The honest origins of these errors can include a range.
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