2006-11-10 07:30:17 · 14 answers · asked by BAnne 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
No. My church openly works for social justice, peace, tolerance and acceptance. I have learned far more about true social progress from my church than from any other source. I have watched my fellow churchgoers feed the poor, clothe the homeless and fight for human rights. This is a hinderance? I'd hardly call it that. And our church certainly isn't the only religious group out there trying to make a difference.
2006-11-10 07:33:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if it is applied where it doesn't belong. If someone is talking about how they think the universe came to be, if there's a god, what happens after we die etc., then religion can provide them with some answers and food for thoughts. But if religion is used to make decisions about the application of science and public policy, I think its out of place. I don't really think religion has any place in deciding whether we should advance stem cell research or if women should get abortions. That should be left up to scientists and pregnant women. Trying to use religion to legislate seems to me like a tyrannical over-extension of power. Matters of fact and matters of faith don't mix well.
2006-11-10 07:36:45 · answer #2 · answered by Subconsciousless 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends. Where would you like society to progress to? If your aims are that we should all be self-seeking, out for our own good, completely self-reliant, and in service to earthly desires, then, yes, religion could very well be a hindrance to this process.
If you would like society to progress to a point where people become humbled, realize their own powerlessness over most things, including themselves, and seek God's grace, mercy, and strength in order to transform them into becoming what they would like to be but cannot be on their own power, then, no, true religion (which is faith in God and the acceptance of salvation through his Son) is not a hindrance to this type of progress.
2006-11-10 07:46:48 · answer #3 · answered by Gestalt 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Religion ---- yes, it's a hindrance. Religion is binding and controlling.
Now, Bible based faith ---- it would help social progress.
The morals of the Bible are in each and every one of us. Some more than others. If everyone would practice the mores (laws) of the Bible, society would prosper, and this world would be a safer, more peaceful place to live in.
2006-11-10 07:34:26 · answer #4 · answered by Dianne C 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
otherwise,religion is the pillar to true social progress,without religion to help poeple ethically,how are you progress socially?
2006-11-10 07:38:30 · answer #5 · answered by tan e 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
religion doesnt hinder social progress....its actually a symptom of humanity. religious zealouts hinder social progress
2006-11-10 07:33:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe not religion as such, but religious fanaticism certainly. Religion is not something that necessary prevents progress, but the way people practice it, certainly.
2006-11-10 07:34:48 · answer #7 · answered by Aurora 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first sign a species is becoming sentient is when they have evolved to the point where they can abstract enough to invent a god. The first time a species achieves sentient maturity is when they get rid of their gods. Species that can't make this leap are doomed to fail.
2006-11-10 07:50:49 · answer #8 · answered by iknowtruthismine 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yea and no. Religion is usually man made- Belief in Jesus however, sets people free. In loving Him, they understand "love".
2006-11-10 07:43:27 · answer #9 · answered by IN Atlanta 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No.The lack of is destroying social progress.
Common decency and values are being destroyed because it's not there.
It's even called moral decay.
(morals) principles or habits with respect to right or wrong conduct.
2006-11-10 07:36:48 · answer #10 · answered by Derek B 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋