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^_mincher_^ · 13th August 2007, 11:18 PM

So how do you propose we get the entire world to conform to the ideal of no religion?

Perhaps write a book outlining a moral, sociological structure, distribute it to masses and then make sure they adhere to said code by having weekly meetings? How about Sunday? Does that clash for anyone?

I'm almost 100% sure that certain groups in the past have used people's fanaticism for belief in a higher purpose as a tool for social control, personal gain or resolution of feuds. This is inherently wrong.

On the other hand, there are others who have used it to develop structure, calm and self-assurance in many lives. Many good people have come about from this and initiated great deeds.

I find it saddening and unfortunate that respect for the good amongst believers is destroyed by the corruption and greed of others.

Yes it, religion, may be a lie but we strive, in our society, for all to be equal and therefore we cannot be judge, jury and executioner to the beliefs of each individual based on the group or religion they have accepted. We can only judge the actions of individuals and prosecute or uphold accordingly.

I must state at this point, I am neither pro nor anti-religion. This is my belief.

13th August 2007, 11:18 PM	#97 (permalink)
^_mincher_^ Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Corstorphine/Dundee Posts: 1,518	So how do you propose we get the entire world to conform to the ideal of no religion? Perhaps write a book outlining a moral, sociological structure, distribute it to masses and then make sure they adhere to said code by having weekly meetings? How about Sunday? Does that clash for anyone? I'm almost 100% sure that certain groups in the past have used people's fanaticism for belief in a higher purpose as a tool for social control, personal gain or resolution of feuds. This is inherently wrong. On the other hand, there are others who have used it to develop structure, calm and self-assurance in many lives. Many good people have come about from this and initiated great deeds. I find it saddening and unfortunate that respect for the good amongst believers is destroyed by the corruption and greed of others. Yes it, religion, may be a lie but we strive, in our society, for all to be equal and therefore we cannot be judge, jury and executioner to the beliefs of each individual based on the group or religion they have accepted. We can only judge the actions of individuals and prosecute or uphold accordingly. I must state at this point, I am neither pro nor anti-religion. This is my belief.