can you not see how the world would be better without religion?
science and medicine would be much more advanced helpings save peoples lives
crime would be down and so would terrorism because there wouldnt be any crazy extremists to threaten us
life would better better as a whole because if you realized that there is nothing more you would appreciate the beauty that is around us
no religion= better life for all
2007-10-18 17:06:34 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Getting rid of religion won't rid the world of religion's dangerous or stupid people. If they used religion to give their otherwise empty lives a twisted cause, or used it to channel the power trips and zealotry they already had brewing within themselves, then chances are they'd find some other ideology to cling to in order to get those things. Look how many stupid people take certain TV shows or rock bands "religiously". People will always try to find some means of ritualized expression and a story to follow.
2007-10-18 17:10:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
religion has nothing to do in provoking terrorism...however, I don't think that religion has something to do with all these. It's US. We people sometimes make a small problem a big deal. Most people don't respect others religions and spiritual practices. That's why. The tendency is, if someone insults or disrespects a religion, people part of that religion would really fight for their religion. This is what's happening in Religion and Spirituality here in Yahoo Answers. Some people aren't respectful to the religion of others and so, debates and thumbs down are always appearing!
Religion is a part of a country's culture. Without religion, there will be no culture. Because religion refers to the WAYS of the people which is associated with culture. Religion is suppoesed to help each one be a better person, because I know NO religion would tolerate bad attitudes.
It is through religion we see the beauty around us and the abundant blessings we have.
So, I don't believe religion ruins it all.
2007-10-19 00:36:03 · answer #2 · answered by χ-ѕђαпz-χ Σ=ρнεпомεпоп=Σ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A proselytizing atheist. How unique.
No, seriously. I am a Pagan Witch and am happy that way. I believe in the advancement of science and medicine, but I also believe in free will and free thinking, which Paganism encourages.
There are certain religious groups that the planet would be better off without--particularly the ones who kill/have killed in the names of their gods. These people do this because they do not understand the concept of free will and thinking for yourself--that's what happens when you let some religious zealot think for you. You become brainwashed into doing what the bible god or allah wants.
2007-10-19 00:50:42 · answer #3 · answered by Bookworm 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
where did this beauty come from. how did a intellegent mind evovle from the big bang. they just discovered last century that water is essential for life. about 1400 years ago it was discovered and written in the quran
It is He Who has created man from water: then has He established relationships of lineage and marriage: for thy Lord has power (over all things). (The Noble Quran, 25:54)"
in science theya beleive the big bang was the begining of the world. is there a saying that from nothing comes nothing
you should watch this debate online does god not exist
2007-10-19 00:17:06 · answer #4 · answered by My point exactly 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have you ever thought of the fact that human beings are not pure saints or pure evils? They are mix of the both. They differ only in the degree of propensity to either good or evil.
Of many other things, religion is a code of conduct which keeps these volatile beings reined. It regulates the conduct of human beings to perpetuate peace in individual, social, inter and intrastate levels. Could you think of a state where there are no law enforcing agencies and no laws, and the country only depends on the inner goodness of human soul to ensure peace and discipline? None. Do I have to elaborate? I don't think so.
What would have happened if we knew that we don't have to face God for our deeds in this life? Who would stop us sacrificing others at the altar of our success? There is no Jewish God, Christian God, Muslim God or Hindu God, there is but only one God. He createth all, and all worship this one God.
2007-10-19 01:10:25 · answer #5 · answered by Mir A 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I myself have found problems with organized religion, however it has served many people well. Myself, i believe in spirituality and respect and tolerance.
Tolerance
The most lovable quality any human being can possess is tolerance. …. It is the vision that enables one to see things from another’s viewpoint…. It is the generosity that concedes to others the right to their own opinions and their own peculiarities….. It is the bigness that enables us to let people be happy in their own way instead of our way.
-ANONYMOUS
2007-10-19 00:16:23 · answer #6 · answered by trinity 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes there have been great nations led by atheist and have done great things for humans. China ,Russia, North Korea or nazi Germany. communist only practicing for 90 years and killed over 100 million people. crime would be up thugs would run wild. history shows the opposite has happened.
2007-10-19 00:16:17 · answer #7 · answered by rap1361 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Does this answer your question...?
"Firstly: He lays stress on the search for Truth. This is most important, because the people are too easily led by tradition. It is because of this that they are often antagonistic to each other, and dispute with one another.
But the manifesting of Truth discovers the darkness and becomes the cause of Oneness of faith and belief: because Truth cannot be two! That is not possible.
Secondly: Bahá'u'lláh taught the Oneness of humanity; that is to say, all the children of men are under the mercy of the Great God. They are the sons of one God; they are trained by God. He has placed the crown of humanity on the head of every one of the servants of God. Therefore all nations and peoples must consider themselves brethren. They are all descendants from Adam. They are the branches, leaves, flowers and fruits of One Tree. They are pearls from one shell. But the children of men are in need of education and civilization, and they require to be polished, till they become bright and shining.
Man and woman both should be educated equally and equally regarded.
It is racial, patriotic, religious and class prejudice, that has been the cause of the destruction of Humanity.
Thirdly: Bahá'u'lláh taught, that Religion is the chief foundation of Love and Unity and the cause of Oneness. If a religion become the cause of hatred and disharmony, it would be better that it should not exist. To be without such a religion is better than to be with it.
Fourthly: Religion and Science are inter-twined with each other and cannot be separated. These are the two wings with which humanity must fly. One wing is not enough. Every religion which does not concern itself with Science is mere tradition, and that is not the essential. Therefore science, education and civilization are most important necessities for the full religious life.
Fifthly: The Reality of the divine Religions is one, because the Reality is one and cannot be two. All the prophets are united in their message, and unshaken. They are like the sun; in different seasons they ascend from different rising points on the horizon. Therefore every ancient prophet gave the glad tidings of the future, and every future has accepted the past.
Sixthly: Equality and Brotherhood must be established among all members of mankind. This is according to Justice. The general rights of mankind must be guarded and preserved.
All men must be treated equally. This is inherent in the very nature of humanity.
Seventhly: The arrangements of the circumstances of the people must be such that poverty shall disappear, and that every one as far as possible, according to his position and rank, shall be comfortable. Whilst the nobles and others in high rank are in easy circumstances, the poor also should be able to get their daily food and not be brought to the extremities of hunger.
Eighthly: Bahá'u'lláh declared the coming of the Most Great Peace. All the nations and peoples will come under the shadow of the Tent of the Great Peace and Harmony -- that is to say, by general election a Great Board of Arbitration shall be established, to settle all differences and quarrels between the Powers; so that disputes shall not end in war.
Ninthly: Bahá'u'lláh taught that hearts must receive the Bounty of the Holy Spirit, so that Spiritual civilization may be established. For material civilization is not adequate for the needs of mankind and cannot be the cause of its happiness. Material civilization is like the body and spiritual civilization is like the soul. Body without soul cannot live.
This is a short summary of the Teachings of Bahá'u'lláh. To establish this Bahá'u'lláh underwent great difficulties and hardships. He was in constant confinement and He suffered great persecution. But in the fortress (Akká) He reared a spiritual palace and from the darkness of His prison He sent out a great light to the world.
It is the ardent desire of the Bahá'Ãs to put these teachings into common practice: and they will strive with soul and heart to give up their lives for this purpose, until the heavenly light brightens the whole world of humanity.
I am very happy that I have been able to talk with you in this gathering: and hope that this deep consciousness of mine is acceptable to you."
(Abdu'l-Baha, Abdu'l-Baha in London, p. 27)
2007-10-19 03:57:05 · answer #8 · answered by Gravitar or not... 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Religion is bad. But true christianity is not a religion, but an actual relationship with God.
When you have that, then all those bad things won't happen.
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2007-10-19 00:27:56 · answer #9 · answered by Doma 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No I can't even picture it (except for images of misery and fire) Praise be to Allah.
Like I said before: The world will be a much more promising beautiful Eternal place filled with all Abundance of Good (no evil) and granted wishes for all Monotheists on The Day of Judgment.
For all Atheists there will be nothing but Eternal fire ,misery, regret, sorrow, belief after having not believed on earth, pain, discomfort, no rest, cries,revenge on behalf of all The God fearing Monotheists whomed they laughed at in the past.
In The Holy Name of Allah please seek his Help before death approaches you.
And all Monotheists please hang in there be patient, embrace all that is good and true and please reject all that is false and evil because death is a prophesy and we will stand trial before our Lord for Questioning.
Peace.
2007-10-19 00:28:18 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋