My religion tells me that I shouldn't challenge the bigoted, misogynistic, hateful ideas of others. At least not on an empty stomach. I should eat and THEN go after the b*stards.
However, it's hard going after these hateful ideas when they come from religious teachings.
Why do you believe that women are subservient to men?
Because my book tells me they are!
Why do you believe that homosexuals are evil?
Because my book tells me they are!
Why do you believe people of other religions are lesser people than you?
Because my book tells me they are!
It's not so much that I am intolerant of religion. I'm intolerant of religions that teach hatred of others.
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