It seems to me most religions claim to uphold the highest moral/ethical standards and preach peace, but throughout history wars and conflicts arise from religion that continues till this day. What do you think?
2006-06-24 00:17:49 · 19 answers · asked by thecontender123 1 in Social Science ➔ Sociology
Organized religion has destroyed the world, in my opinion. The whole concept is based on control over our culture, and it fills you with ideas of guilt over the most common human experiences, usually related to sex. Whoever doesn't fit their mold gets persecuted. Religion is what is keeping society from moving forward. I'm an Atheist, and from experience I can tell you the only religion that isn't corrupt is Wicca. At least they have an open mind, and don't push their beliefs on people. The remaining religions, (especially Catholicism and Christianity), are intolerant of others, and it's "their way or the highway".
2006-06-24 00:22:14 · answer #1 · answered by Psychology 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No, it is not the cause, although the media likes to portray that it is. Society is the cause for the problems of this world, because society is what drives people towards religion. If a person goes through a tramatic experience in their life, such as the end of a relationship, they may stop having confidence in society. Rather than just trying again, they turn towards religion for a quick and simple answer to their questions and confusion, and/or for a distraction and something else to devote their life to. With radical doctrines of certain religions, not only are these things offered, but also a thought of revenge. That is why some join radical groups. It isn't religions fault, it is the treachery of society. People hurt other people's feeling in the scene, and take no account for their actions. Society is in need of deep repair. People cannot be allowed to act so carelessly to one another.
2006-06-24 07:25:59 · answer #2 · answered by perfectlybaked 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
religion religion religion.... what can I say but religion is nothing but an organised secret society imposed to uphold a law based on "10 commandments".
It was originally used as a way to keep people in line and basically making people feel bad if they over stepped this boundary. Sadly, religion like Christianity is just another cult that is forced upon most people from a young age by their nieve, ignorant parents (like racism), which makes this "religion" something that is built into a person and know none the wiser...
I can understand that people believe in religion for a false sense of hope because they are in a rough patch but on the contrary just shows how weak they are mentally.
2006-06-24 07:34:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
religion is just one of many social divisions which causes conflict, but many other conflicts also involve religion, which is why it is such a problem. e.g race conflict often involves religious aspect, gender conflict, territorial conflict. ultimately, i think it is a very strong division as does cause major conflicts.
many religions preach peace and solidarity...and what they mean is solidarity within their group, not with the rest of the world.
2006-06-24 07:30:36 · answer #4 · answered by jungle bunny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion is one superficial cause of conflict, but the underlying cause of all conflict lies in humankind's inability to understand that we are all a part of one another, that when we help someone else, we help ourselves and when we hurt someone else, we, too, are hurt. Until we recognize that fact, mentally and emotionally, there will continue to be conflict.
2006-06-24 07:25:09 · answer #5 · answered by johnslat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes part of the reason of conflict is religion.
2006-06-24 15:47:08 · answer #6 · answered by johncenagirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe religion is inevitable, because when humans become more developed, they require more from life, including mental support and satisfaction. This is where religion comes in..
2006-06-24 07:22:02 · answer #7 · answered by a V a 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
at times some people believe that thier beliefs justify violence and conflict but i think the real reason is mans unwillingness to try to understand anything that is different from what is "normal" to what they were taught while growing up.
2006-06-24 07:24:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope it just people, any & every kind they love to hate. There's a little in everyone of us, I'll just bet there's some in you & I'd feel it, if I brought it out in you & want to give it right back at you.I'm sure you could bring it out in any of your friends if you said the right words, go tell me what you think of my God Sitivia
2006-06-24 07:31:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of it... Ironic isn't it?
You shall love thy neighbor or I will kill you !!!
The Catholic inquisition.
Persecution of the Jews
the middle east has been at it for centuries
the north and south of ireland
Etc
2006-06-24 09:51:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋