The Definition and Understanding of Religion
Before diving into the intricate impact of religion on our modern world, it's essential to understand what religion is. At its core, religion is a complex system of beliefs and practices often associated with divine, sacred, and spiritual matters. It guides human behavior, moral judgment, and communal cohesion by providing answers to profound existential questions and a set of ethical guidelines.

Influence of Religion on Morality and Ethics
Religion has an unparalleled influence on our moral and ethical framework. Many religions, including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism, provide moral guidelines for their followers, often through sacred texts, teachings, and traditions. These tenets heavily influence a believer's behavior, decisions, and interactions with others, shaping the ethical fabric of societies and cultures worldwide.

Moreover, religion has often acted as a cornerstone for establishing legal systems and social norms. For instance, the Christian ten commandments or the Hindu principle of Dharma have had a profound influence on societal expectations and the justice systems of many cultures.

The Role of Religion in Identity and Belonging
Religion provides a sense of identity and belonging, acting as a unifying force for millions of people across the globe. It influences cultural norms, traditional practices, and social rituals, thus deeply entwining itself with our personal and collective identities. Whether it's celebrating Christmas as a Christian, observing Ramadan as a Muslim, or partaking in the Hindu festival of Diwali, religious practices and traditions form a significant part of our cultural identities and social fabric.

Religion and Conflict
Religion can also play a role in conflict, both on small and large scales. Differences in religious beliefs have often led to societal tensions and wars. However, it's crucial to understand that religion itself isn't the cause of such conflicts, but rather the misinterpretations and misuse of religious doctrines to justify violence and hatred. As societies become more multicultural, the need for religious tolerance and interfaith dialogue becomes more pressing than ever.

The Impact of Religion on Modern Political Landscape
In our modern world, religion continues to play a significant role in politics, shaping ideologies and policies. For instance, religious beliefs influence the laws and social policies around contentious issues like abortion, marriage, and end-of-life decisions. It's not uncommon for politicians to align themselves with certain religious groups to gain support, reflecting how religion shapes political landscapes worldwide.

Religion's Influence on Science and Technology
It might seem that religion and science are at odds, but historically, religious institutions have been patrons of scientific and technological advancements. Many groundbreaking thinkers and researchers were religious, and their faith influenced their work.

Today, the relationship between religion and science is more complex. In some areas, like evolution or climate change, there may be tension. But in others, such as the exploration of the cosmos or understanding consciousness, there's room for dialogue and mutual enrichment. Thus, religion continues to shape our approach to scientific and technological advancement in the modern world.

The Pervasive Influence of Religion in Our Modern World
In conclusion, religion shapes our modern world in innumerable ways, from our personal lives to societal norms, and from politics to scientific endeavors. The religious beliefs we hold or encounter create an intricate network of influences that pervade every aspect of our lives.

Despite the diversities and occasional tensions, religious teachings and their interpretations offer valuable lessons of love, tolerance, and compassion. For instance, inspiring bible verses such as "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." (1 Peter 4:, reinforce the message of love and forgiveness that is universal across many religions. Such teachings remind us of the potential for religion to continue positively shaping our world, inspiring us to lead lives marked by compassion, understanding, and unity.

Religion..
The greatest Scam in the history of mankind..

donbenie:

Religion..
The greatest Scam in the history of mankind..

Right thinking humans know there's no SMOKE without FIRE, there can't be a SCAM in the absence of it's LEGIT form, you can't find FAKE without ORIGINAL somewhere.

So YES there are false RELIGIONS but there is true RELIGION if you want to find it!

MaxInDHouse:

Right thinking humans know there's no SMOKE without FIRE, there can't be a SCAM in the absence of it's LEGIT form, you can't find FAKE without ORIGINAL somewhere.

So YES there are false RELIGIONS but there is true RELIGION if you want to find it!

There are false RELIGIONS and there is a TRUE RELIGION?
Let me guess..
YOURS is TRUE..
ALL others are FALSE..😂

donbenie:
There are false RELIGIONS and there is a TRUE RELIGION?
Let me guess..
YOURS is TRUE..
ALL others are FALSE..😂

If you want to know the true religion all you need is make a thorough research that's all.

You can't cook with SMOKE neither can you use it warm your body but when you see it know that FIRE is burning close to you and with FIRE you can both COOK food and WARM your body.

So false religions are like the SMOKE you see they're not useful but they are the evidence that true religion (FIRE) is very very close to you!

MaxInDHouse:


If you want to know the true religion all you need is make a thorough research that's all.

You can't cook with SMOKE neither can you use it warm your body but when you see it know that FIRE is burning close to you and with FIRE you can both COOK food and WARM your body.

So false religions are like the SMOKE you see they're not useful but they are the evidence that true religion (FIRE) is very very close to you!

I'm very sure that the so called false RELIGIONS,will give the same reasons on why their own is the ONE TRUE RELIGION..
IF you had been born in China, Saudi Arabia or India..
You would have been ready to die,for each and everyone of Buddhism,Islam or Hindustan,as the one TRUE RELIGION..
Extreme brainwashing, that's what religion thrives on..
You defend yours with all your heart,the same way every religion defend theirs..
Nothing but same,same..
YOU ARE NOT SPECIAL..😂

donbenie:

YOU ARE NOT SPECIAL..😂

I know with the illustration you got the message so if you want to know the true religion all you need is THOROUGH RESEARCH because as i said earlier the SMOKE may come from different angle but the REAL FIRE is there.

So you can't dismiss that fire burning when you see smoke all around you!

Most of you often think your smart but others are still telling you how to use your brain cells!

FIRE is very very useful, when you're in the dark fire brings light, when it's time to cook or you're feeling cold fire supplies the heat so if you know the usefulness of fire you won't just dismiss the idea that it's close to you simply because you've seen how it consumes thus you feel it's useless.

First of all you need to find out what is the usefulness of RELIGION?

If you don't know it's usefulness then of what importance will it sound to you?

So just like fire religion has a role to play in the life of intelligent beings it's only when you know that role you will value it!

MaxInDHouse:


I know with the illustration you got the message so if you want to know the true religion all you need is THOROUGH RESEARCH because as i said earlier the SMOKE may come from different angle but the REAL FIRE is there.

So you can't dismiss that fire burning when you see smoke all around you!

Research?
Which research?
You mean,the fairy tales in your Bible?
Like a man living to 900 years and someone walking on water?🤦
Some research..😂
Ogbeni,you are entitled to your beliefs..
But make no mistake,there's nothing special about it..
Just one among thousands of other beliefs..

donbenie:
Research?
Which research?
You mean,the fairy tales in your Bible?
Like a man living to 900 years and someone walking on water?🤦
Some research..😂
Ogbeni,you are entitled to your beliefs..
But make no mistake,there's nothing special about it..
Just one among thousands of other beliefs..

You're so myopic that you've allowed others to lock you up in a box instead of using your own brains to reason!

OK i will help you:

There are thousands of religions around you but you are confused as to why they are just contradicting themselves, shey?

Why not start your research from:
"What is the usefulness of RELIGION?"

At least if you're seeing something everyday as many around you are doing it any intelligent person supposed to ask the above question and from there you begin your research.

Only a fool will see SMOKE and dismiss the idea that FIRE is close by!

MaxInDHouse:


You're so myopic that you've allowed others to lock you up in a box instead of using your own brains to reason!

OK i will help you:

There are thousands of religions around you but you are confused as to why they are just contradicting themselves, shey?

Why not start your research from:
"What is the usefulness of RELIGION?"

At least if you're seeing something everyday as many around you are doing it any intelligent person supposed to ask the above question and from there you begin your research.

Only a fool will see SMOKE and dismiss the idea that FIRE is close by!

I'm myopic, because I don't believe in your own version of some Heavenly Grandpa?😂
Religion has NO usefulness..
The only thing religion has done for mankind is to drag it back.
Show me the most religious societies on Earth and I will show the most backward and low IQ set of 1mbeciles..

donbenie:
I'm myopic, because I don't believe in your own version of some Heavenly Grandpa?😂
Religion has NO usefulness..
The only thing religion has done for mankind is to drag it back.
Show me the most religious societies on Earth and I will show the most backward and low IQ set of 1mbeciles..

Ọmọ calm down and let's reason!

You would have noticed that i'm not the usual religionists you often come across because instead of quoting any book for you i'm talking using COMMON SENSE that you can't refute other than dragging the matter towards books expecting me to quote books like the usual religionists!

In this our discussion you're the one to quote someone else instead of using your own sense here but you may not even know that you've quoted someone else so once again i will help you!

Remember the artistic impression you posted when you mentioned me?
Certainly it's not your innovation rather someone used it to tell you that you can't just pick one out of countless religions around the world so it's all scam. That's how easy it is when you're quoting someone else instead of speaking from your own originality!

So back to our discussion.

How are you so sure that what mankind has been practicing (RELIGION) for thousands of years is useless yet they've not stopped it?

What makes you feel this is the only FAKE thing in the world without it's ORIGINAL anywhere?

MaxInDHouse:


Ọmọ calm down and let's reason!

You would have noticed that i'm not the usual religionists you often come across because instead of quoting any book for you i'm talking using COMMON SENSE that you can't refute other than dragging the matter towards books expecting me to quote books like the usual religionists!

In this our discussion you're the one to quote someone else instead of using your own sense here but you may not even know that you've quoted someone else so once again i will help you!

Remember the artistic impression you posted when you mentioned me?
Certainly it's not your innovation rather someone used it to tell you that you can't just pick one out of countless religions around the world so it's all scam. That's how easy it is when you're quoting someone else instead of speaking from your own originality!

So back to our discussion.

How are you so sure that what mankind has been practicing (RELIGION) for thousands of years is useless yet they've not stopped it?

What makes you feel this is the only FAKE thing in the world without it's ORIGINAL anywhere?

How am I sure that mankind's religion is useless?😂

Since mankind has been practicing religion,what exactly is the benefits?

Apart from making you feel good about your Earthly travails,with hopes of eternal enjoyment with 72 Virgins?😏

Any wonder why religion thrives in the most deprived societies?

If you claimed your own religion is the real deal, where is your proof,apart from the usual Bible quotes?

The truth remains,you cannot prove ANYTHING, apart from what your Bible says..

Whether I quoted anyone,has ZERO to do with the issue..

He who asserts must provide proof..
You claimed there is a god,PROVE IT.

RELIGION is Faith based and THAT means you haven't proven it and that's why you have faith,that whatever you claimed is the truth..

Well I don't need to have FAITH in some fairy tales, provide proof and we can talk..

donbenie:
There are false RELIGIONS and there is a TRUE RELIGION?
Let me guess..
YOURS is TRUE..
ALL others are FALSE..😂

At least you now see that there is God whether you accept Him or not.

donbenie:
How am I sure that mankind's religion is useless?😂 Since mankind has been practicing religion,what exactly is the benefits? Apart from making you feel good about your Earthly travails,with hopes of eternal enjoyment with 72 Virgins?😏 Any wonder why religion thrives in the most deprived societies? If you claimed your own religion is the real deal, where is your proof,apart from the usual Bible quotes?
The truth remains,you cannot prove ANYTHING, apart from what your Bible says..
Whether I quoted anyone,has ZERO to do with the issue.. He who asserts must provide proof. You claimed there is a god,PROVE IT. RELIGION is Faith based and THAT means you haven't proven it and that's why you have faith,that whatever you claimed is the truth.. Well I don't need to have FAITH in some fairy tales, provide proof and we can talk..

Please the highlighted is a diversion so let's stay on course. I have promised you that i won't quote any book but COMMON SENSE!

What is the usefulness of RELIGION?

Mankind need a standard to help us leave as a family. We are free moral agents so each of us has the right to do whatever he likes with his or her own body within his or her domain but when dealing with someone else we need a form of standard that will help us to cohabit peacefully, this is impossible without religion because with religion we will all agree on dos and donts so whenever anyone goes against the standard we will all join hands together to correct him or her. But when there's nothing like religion binding us all under the same line of thought then there will be chaos everywhere and the end result will be wars.
Instead of using our brains to think of how to improve in agriculture through technology it's destructive devices we will use most of our time, energy and resources to amass.

Today the one and only true religion has stand out as millions across the globe are coming to agree with the one and only true God that He was right to have suggested religion as a means to world peace.

So if you're seeing people claiming religionists today getting involved in politics, racism and wars know that they're practicing FALSE RELIGIONS!

dennz54:
Thus, religion continues to shape our approach to scientific and technological advancement in the modern world.

How? Which 20th/21st century scientific finding, scientific research or technological advance was shaped by religion?

I have asked this question before but no one seemed to be able to answer it.

LordReed:


How? Which 20th/21st century scientific finding, scientific research or technological advance was shaped by religion?

I have asked this question before but no one seemed to be able to answer it.

scientific research/inventions where done by esoteric groups(mystery) in those days, I won’t call it “religion”, they are more like Occults.
We can say alchemy was shaped by those Cults.


Some people attribute certain inventions to the Islamic Empire, but the Islamic empire tapped it from Alchemy—Kemet.

Maynman:

scientific research/inventions where done by esoteric groups(mystery) in those days, I won’t call it “religion”, they are more like Occults.
We can say alchemy was shaped by those Cults.


Some people attribute certain inventions to the Islamic Empire, but the Islamic empire tapped it from Alchemy—Kemet.

I am not asking about those days, I asked about 20th/21st century.

LordReed:


I am not asking about those days, I asked about 20th/21st century.

Ooh, alright then, i am also curious to know then 😂

MaxInDHouse:


Please the highlighted is a diversion so let's stay on course. I have promised you that i won't quote any book but COMMON SENSE!

What is the usefulness of RELIGION?

Mankind need a standard to help us leave as a family. We are free moral agents so each of us has the right to do whatever he likes with his or her own body within his or her domain but when dealing with someone else we need a form of standard that will help us to cohabit peacefully, this is impossible without religion because with religion we will all agree on dos and donts so whenever anyone goes against the standard we will all join hands together to correct him or her. But when there's nothing like religion binding us all under the same line of thought then there will be chaos everywhere and the end result will be wars.
Instead of using our brains to think of how to improve in agriculture through technology it's destructive devices we will use most of our time, energy and resources to amass.

Today the one and only true religion has stand out as millions across the globe are coming to agree with the one and only true God that He was right to have suggested religion as a means to world peace.

So if you're seeing people claiming religionists today getting involved in politics, racism and wars know that they're practicing FALSE RELIGIONS!

Religion as a means to World Peace?

That's the joke of the Millennium..

Religion and World Peace are perpetually parallel..

More Wars have been fought and are still being fought, because of religion..

Strive, mayhem and mass murders are the hallmark of religion..

In Nigeria, religion has torn the country asunder..

In many States in Nigeria, you can't aspire to certain positions if you are not from the main religious sect..

The Christianity you are claiming to be the one true religion..

In Anambra and the SE today,if you are not a Roman Catholic you cannot be the Governor..

Brothers are now being torn apart because of different Christian sects..

Families are being scattered because of contrived prophecies.

Remove religion from Nigeria TODAY and the biggest point of strive would be gone.

We carry religion for head and yet the country is among the worst in human advancements and relationships..

vdestro:


At least you now see that there is God whether you accept Him or not.

You obviously lack comprehensive ability..
Not surprised..😂

donbenie:
Religion as a means to World Peace?
That's the joke of the Millennium.. Religion and World Peace are perpetually parallel.. More Wars have been fought and are still being fought, because of religion.. Strive, mayhem and mass murders are the hallmark of religion.. In Nigeria, religion has torn the country asunder.. In many States in Nigeria, you can't aspire to certain positions if you are not from the main religious sect.. The Christianity you are claiming to be the one true religion.. In Anambra and the SE today,if you are not a Roman Catholic you cannot be the Governor.. Brothers are now being torn apart because of different Christian sects..
Families are being scattered because of contrived prophecies. Remove religion from Nigeria TODAY and the biggest point of strive would be gone. We carry religion for head and yet the country is among the worst in human advancements and relationships..

This is why i told you that there are FALSE RELIGIONS like the SMOKE but the real FIRE is somewhere close to you.
How would you like to know that the TRUE RELIGION has erased politics, racism and wars in the hearts of millions of her adherents today?

MaxInDHouse:


This is why i told you that there are FALSE RELIGIONS like the SMOKE but the real FIRE is somewhere close to you.
How would you like to know that the TRUE RELIGION has erased politics, racism and wars in the hearts of millions of her adherents today?

False religion like Smoke?
By their fruits ,they shall be judged..

Every possible religion you can mention, stinks up humanity..

Including your Christianity..

And you want to talk about smoke?

Ogbeni,the last time Europe allowed religion to rule their polity,they named it the DARK AGES..

And pray,tell us that Utopian Society that erased politics for religion and everywhere was Paradise?

Oh,let me guess,it's right there in your Holy Book?😂

donbenie:

False religion like Smoke?
By their fruits ,they shall be judged..
Every possible religion you can mention, stinks up humanity.. Including your Christianity.. And you want to talk about smoke? Ogbeni,the last time Europe allowed religion to rule their polity,they named it the DARK AGES.. And pray,tell us that Utopian Society that erased politics for religion and everywhere was Paradise? Oh,let me guess,it's right there in your Holy Book?😂

Ọmọ true religion doesn't enforce the standard on anyone individuals willingly subject themselves to live by the standard so don't think it's what happened in Europe where they were forcing people to abide by their rules!

donbenie:
You obviously lack comprehensive ability..
Not surprised..😂

Says the one who deceives his own self with wishes.

MaxInDHouse:


Ọmọ true religion doesn't enforce the standard on anyone individuals willingly subject themselves to live by the standard so don't think it's what happened in Europe where they were forcing people to abide by their rules!

Like I said..

By your fruit,you shall be judged..

You can't claim perfection,when many of your adherents are among the worst examples of humanity..

Religion is not some ephemeral state..

It is supposed to be a concrete and tangible lifestyle,to be witnessed,observed and appreciated by all..

True religion doesn't enforce it's standard on others?

Well,all religions have attempted to enforce it's standard on individuals..

It's is happening every day..

Like I said, don't expect me to swallow every thing written by some primitive cave dwelling goatherders,that don't know any better..

Talking donkey, walking on water, splitting the sea, getting swallowed by some fish, turning water into wine, living to 900 years..

A Virgin impregnated by some randy spirit?

Waking up from a 3 day death?

Some old man and his family somehow building a ship, that can accommodate the whole species of animals on earth..

This is the type of truth you want me to swallow?😂

vdestro:


Says the one who deceives his own self with wishes.

Ogbeni,I no get time for some delusional N1twit..

Run along,this conversation is above your pay grade..

donbenie:
Ogbeni,I no get time for some delusional N1twit..

Run along,this conversation is above your pay grade..

Says the devil who has seen that he has nothing tangible to say.

Your comnent was not intelligent at all and should never had been made in the first place.

donbenie:
Like I said..
By your fruit,you shall be judged.. You can't claim perfection,when many of your adherents are among the worst examples of humanity..
Religion is not some ephemeral state.. It is supposed to be a concrete and tangible lifestyle,to be witnessed,observed and appreciated by all.. True religion doesn't enforce it's standard on others? Well,all religions have attempted to enforce it's standard on individuals.. It's is happening every day.. Like I said, don't expect me to swallow every thing written by some primitive cave dwelling goatherders,that don't know any better.. Talking donkey, walking on water, splitting the sea, getting swallowed by some fish, turning water into wine, living to 900 years.. A Virgin impregnated by some randy spirit? Waking up from a 3 day death? Some old man and his family somehow building a ship, that can accommodate the whole species of animals on earth.. This is the type of truth you want me to swallow?😂

I have told you to leave the UNCOMMON thing and let's deliberate on the COMMON because the uncommon only makes sense when it's working out benefits until then it will not make any sense.
So true religion has helped the adherents to eradicate politics and racism which is the cause of war!

MaxInDHouse:


I have told you to leave the UNCOMMON thing and let's deliberate on the COMMON because the uncommon only makes sense when it's working out benefits until then it will not make any sense.
So true religion has helped the adherents to eradicate politics and racism which is the cause of war!

I asked you to give me ONE instance,of religious adherents eradicating politics and racism and so far you have failed to do so..

And yet you kept harping on it..

The COMMON one?

The only COMMON thing about all religions,is that they have failed to bring peace and tranquility anywhere..

Prove me wrong..

vdestro:


Says the devil who has seen that he has nothing tangible to say.

Your comnent was not intelligent at all and should never had been made in the first place.

You have been bleating like a constipated Donkey,since you slide into my mention..

Nothing intelligent and coherent to say..

Your very like,is the reason I see religion as a joke fit for M0rons..

donbenie:

I asked you to give me ONE instance,of religious adherents eradicating politics and racism and so far you have failed to do so..

Please i'm really really sorry I never got your request.

The one and only true religion that has successfully eradicated politics and racism and war in their midst is Jehovah's Witnesses in fact there is no single soldier or police in our midst anyone having to do with weapon work or politics is a crime in our midst and we have members throughout the world!