I'd say that organized religion, particularly in the US, is more of a culture than a genuine belief. It's used to keep the underclasses complacent, and give reason to the heiarchal order of capitalist society. Many rich people take part since it gives some justification and absolution for their material comforts, since anyone who is suffering is eligible for an afterlife anyway so they don't need to sweat the details.
Yeah. I am a very religious person, but the way I interact with scripture as a source of wisdom to interpret rather than an absolute to through around often brings me into conflict with other religious people. They also are astounded I act the same(ish) inside and outside of worship
Yes I used to go to church and genuinely wanted to study and learn more, but it got to be endlessly frustrating hearing (directly or secondhand) about how people are there for all the wrong reasons.
I hope you find a faith community you can connect to better some day. I've found constantly switching coversations to the importance of God's love can help, but it isn't always enough.
I'd say that organized religion, particularly in the US, is more of a culture than a genuine belief. It's used to keep the underclasses complacent, and give reason to the heiarchal order of capitalist society. Many rich people take part since it gives some justification and absolution for their material comforts, since anyone who is suffering is eligible for an afterlife anyway so they don't need to sweat the details.
Yeah. I am a very religious person, but the way I interact with scripture as a source of wisdom to interpret rather than an absolute to through around often brings me into conflict with other religious people. They also are astounded I act the same(ish) inside and outside of worship
Yes I used to go to church and genuinely wanted to study and learn more, but it got to be endlessly frustrating hearing (directly or secondhand) about how people are there for all the wrong reasons.
I hope you find a faith community you can connect to better some day. I've found constantly switching coversations to the importance of God's love can help, but it isn't always enough.
Thank you comrade
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This is a good explanation yes.