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Originally Posted by DementedReality
really? i dont need religion to not only know right from wrong, but to teach it to my children.
whose religion is "right" anyhow?
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I never said it was necessary; only that that is its proper function. You and your children may share value systems but your neighbours, who were taught by their parents, may not share yours. Religion is one way to educate a larger group of people of a shared group of values.
As "right" is a relative term, it is up to you to decide which, if any, is "right" for you.
I am not a religious person in any way. I have, however seen places where it is used properly and can be quite beneficial. We have all, I'm sure, heard of countless cases where that has not been the case. Doesn't mean religion can't hold a positive role in society.