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Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anders Herreid-O'Neill Feb 21, 2012. 10 Replies 0 Likes
So, I've heard it said from many atheists that religion, particularly mainstream religion, is holding back society from making the next step forward. What do you think?Would it be better if religion…Continue
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Oh, [insert imaginary character here]. I'm in [insert imaginary place here].
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brandon Howard Feb 20, 2012. 6 Replies 0 Likes
So, I recently came to the conclusion that I'm an atheist. I renounced my Christianity and realized that this was a long time int he making.The only problem is that I still feel lingering parts of…Continue
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Anders Herreid-O'Neill replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'Anders Herreid-O'Neill replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"Yes, I believe it does. In order for society to advance we need to discard the "supernatural" in favor of logical and scientific reasoning. At their core, no matter how scientific a religious person may claim to be, at some point they are…"
No Nick for me replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'""I think that most religions in modern times have lost touch with their original mission."
Are you kidding me? The original mission of religion was to control the people, catholicism has been made to stop a civil war and keep control of…"
Matthew replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"On a global scale, I think it does. Whenever there's a set piece of values and opinions, of which no group is able to compromise, I think that splitting of opinion keeps us divided and fighting amongst ourselves. As long as we keep fighting…"
Jimmy Russell replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"I say it absolutely holds us as a species and a civilization back. Gods and religion served their purpose in explaining the unexplainable and bringing communities together. I think that very small local churches serve to help the greater…"
dragotron replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"Religion is most definitely holding us back...it stops people from thinking. Imagine if the other 90% of the world were free to ponder the workings of the universe and explore scientific advancement.
Humanity needs to embrace science at a much…"
Monica Salcedo (Monicks) left a comment for Brandon Howard"Welcome to Think Atheist, Brandon! It is great to have you here.
Message me, or tweet me (@Monicks), or find me on G+, or contact any of the Moderators with any suggestions or questions.
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Doug Reardon replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"Hey, if it worked in the bronze age it should work today, right?"
AbuMaia replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Do you think religion is holding society back from progressing?'"Even if it's not really holding us back, it's trying its damnedest to do so anyway."
Brandon Howard posted a discussionDo you think religion is holding society back from progressing?
So, I've heard it said from many atheists that religion, particularly mainstream religion, is holding back society from making the next step forward. What do you think?Would it be better if religion were discarded, embraced by science? Or are there redeemable aspects of religion that would greater benefit societal evolution?See More
Brandon Howard replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Oh, [insert imaginary character here]. I'm in [insert imaginary place here].'"I suffer the same type of difficulty. I told one of my good friends that I am an atheist and he has taken it fairly well, but I don't know about the rest of my friends and family. A few of my family members fully support me while others I am…"
Brandon Howard replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Oh, [insert imaginary character here]. I'm in [insert imaginary place here].'"Yes, this is much of how I feel.
It is an odd feeling. There are times when I just suddenly slip into habit of attempting to talk to God. I remind myself that isn't what I believe anymore, but it just feels weird. I don't like holding on…"
"Hi Brandon! I'm new too. I am glad i found this site too, because i personally dont know any atheist so most people disagree with my dis-beliefs! My husband and most of my friends know i am atheist, except my parents and my mother & father…"
KNentrup replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Oh, [insert imaginary character here]. I'm in [insert imaginary place here].'"Brandon,
I am writing because of your statement, "I still feel lingering parts of Christianity, of which I don't like." That resonates with me. I was into the whole thing whole hog. And leaving it all behind has been a slow process. I…"
Robert Karp left a comment for Brandon Howard"Welcome to the Think Atheist community Brandon! Join us in the chat on the bottom right of the screen and feel free to ask questions and get involved as much or as little as you want! If you would like to, add me as a friend and I'm also…"
Zach Winkler replied to Brandon Howard's discussion 'Oh, [insert imaginary character here]. I'm in [insert imaginary place here].'"Like Nelson typed, welcome. I'm still relatively new to this site (I've only been here for about 8 months, I think) and it has been wonderful (mostly). There is lots of diversity in opinions over all the great topics people seem to…"
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- At 9:48pm on February 20, 2012, Monica Salcedo (Monicks) said…
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- At 8:45am on February 20, 2012, Robert Karp said…
Welcome to the Think Atheist community Brandon! Join us in the chat on the bottom right of the screen and feel free to ask questions and get involved as much or as little as you want! If you would like to, add me as a friend and I'm also on twitter as RSAnative if you care to follow. Welcome again and make yourself at home!
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