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Originally Posted by Fighting Banana Slug
No joke, I wonder how the existence of religion contributes to things like corruption, cynicism, lower sense of community, mental illness, etc.
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I'm talking about the disappearance of religion in our society contributing to those things. Or put another way, I believe if society had more "faith hope and charity", we would have a better world.
Well I don't mean to hijack this thread, but Religion can give meaning to one's life by providing a framework for understanding the world, moral values, and a sense of purpose. It helps individuals find a clear understanding of their place in the world and guide their actions to live a meaningful and enjoyable life.
Now I'm not saying religion is for everyone, and I don't think you have to be religious to be a good and successful person, but for most people in the world it seems to be a positive part of their life, and may help them over the tough times.