Religion brings meaning to people’s lives. Without a sense of meaning, people’s lives can seem empty, causing depression, angst, or anxiety. Human beings need some form of motivating force.
As Jesus said: “Man cannot live by bread alone.”
Religion can bring a sense of hope and inspiration to people, who otherwise might feel despondent, or desperate.
Many charities are run by religious organizations, providing essential help to some of the most needy people on the planet.
Explanation:
3 Cons of Religion
Religion has historically been a source of war on conflict between people ever since people started believing in it. Religious people tend to believe that their particular religion is the only correct one and all the others are false.
Religion is based on a fallacy that the universe operates according to “supernatural” rules and forces, rather than scientific ones. Stories of miracles and people rising from dead etc. remain unproven.
Religions can cause or encourage bigotry against minority groups, such as gay people, women, and racial groups.
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3 Pros of Religion
Religion brings meaning to people’s lives. Without a sense of meaning, people’s lives can seem empty, causing depression, angst, or anxiety. Human beings need some form of motivating force.
As Jesus said: “Man cannot live by bread alone.”
Religion can bring a sense of hope and inspiration to people, who otherwise might feel despondent, or desperate.
Many charities are run by religious organizations, providing essential help to some of the most needy people on the planet.
Explanation:
3 Cons of Religion
Religion has historically been a source of war on conflict between people ever since people started believing in it. Religious people tend to believe that their particular religion is the only correct one and all the others are false.
Religion is based on a fallacy that the universe operates according to “supernatural” rules and forces, rather than scientific ones. Stories of miracles and people rising from dead etc. remain unproven.
Religions can cause or encourage bigotry against minority groups, such as gay people, women, and racial groups.