No religion has ever existed that did not have rituals at its very foundation. In fact a religion could not flourish without them. The churches will stress the importance of rituals as being an important part of the tradition of their faith. They are used to induce and maintain a sense of solemnity and reverence that is claimed to help bring people closer to their god.

Prayer too is just a form of ritual. Reciting the same words over and over is just a hit of virtual opium for the…