12 Sep 2001 compiler   » (Journeyer)

Religion isn't the problem, Iain

But it is a part of the problem. Religion has been used as a tool to manipulate "the masses" since the beginning of time. Some research suggests a genetic predisposition to religion and fanaticism -- it's that old.

The doctrine of conversion (i.e. "all of the unenlightened must be saved") is a perennial example. I don't think it's necessary to enumerate the evils committed in the name of that doctrine, as history speaks for itself.

But like I said before, this isn't about religion. Religion is just a tool used by the maniacs responsible to achieve the desired result -- feeding their egos. These people are small.

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