2006-10-14 22:23:54 · 14 answers · asked by Yoga 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It has helped many to put differences aside, and learn to work
together. Made many more conscious of the plight of the less
fortunate.
2006-10-14 22:29:46 · answer #1 · answered by zenbuddhamaster 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Religion has shaped society in the past and does so today, only when the true meaning of religion has been discovered can we develop beyond what we have now. The false meaning of religion or life is a tool used to control people and create divisions which politicians exploit
2006-10-15 06:07:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Coming from the perspective of a folklorist who focuses on this very topic, yes, actually. It's also detrimental. However, in the developmental stages of a society, religion was at one time absolutely essential, as this was what brought people to overcome arguments by a common bond of God's (or whoever's) will.
2006-10-15 05:26:54 · answer #3 · answered by angk 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion is always for helping , developing society, but fundamentalist or followers can / are spoiling society instead of developing.
so be secular know all religions
catch what is good in it, accept it
and then, we can develop our society.
2006-10-15 05:39:28 · answer #4 · answered by Pinki 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's as helpful as it is a hinderance. Religion and Spiritual beliefs can setup a path for people in their lives... it can give them a sense of purpose, along with setting up a person's sense of morality and ethics. I see religion as a detriment when you have people from certain religions (Christianity most notedly) who do nothing but get on websites like this and constantly preach their Lord's name in the face of diversity.
2006-10-15 05:36:55 · answer #5 · answered by Elizabeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
like anything too much will make you sick. they have a good story but like every other book of fiction read it and move on. now adays the goverment is god and if they say kill someone it is ok in war but just not at home go figure it was like that in the old days of religion hey want some real estate go kill them guys cause they evil and they won't leave thier land willingly go figure!!!!!
2006-10-15 05:33:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only in the basics christian teachings i.e. (The ten commandments) But other than that it falls by the wayside by it's staid old fashioned stale traditions! We really need a modern progressive church to counteract the declining morals of our youth! But instead we get the churches filled with paedophiles! and priests that have lost their way, and entrenched them selves until retirement, covered in the trappings of Christianity, but also covered in comfort and financial security!!!! That doesn't detract from the real people that try! and try really hard! but they are held back by people who procrastinate!
2006-10-15 05:49:52 · answer #7 · answered by wheeliebin 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We would be way ahead in science.
You have a myriad of religious people killing each other over various interpretations of outdated irrelevant books.
2006-10-15 05:35:22 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if you are trying to establish a retarded society.
2006-10-15 11:36:01 · answer #9 · answered by iknowtruthismine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it hold good things up with its 2000yrs old laws and the churches hold things up far better of without religion
2006-10-15 05:30:08 · answer #10 · answered by andrew w 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋