 God has died
Along time ago people lived in constant fear that a deity would smite them should they do wrong. Every civillisation had some onipotent force who ruled their life and ruled their hearts. But as time passed people evolved, they grew and understood. They asked where was this "God" in times of need a worry? Why did the "Sinners" not be struck with lightening like those in the old stories? And they understood slowly that this "God" Whether he existed or not, was no longer with them. God had Died.
Thats what I would like to say about society.
But instead all I can say is that people never really moved on from these dark times. So many people still fear the wrath of a Shadow. A story. A legend.
I don't want to go on a rant like so many people do on this forum. I don't want messages filled with hate or Zeal or ignorance. I want an intelligent discussion on why people think a God or power external to them, exists. What is the cause of it, and is there anyway to retain these beliefs, but avoid the negativeside effects like Terrorism, unwanted births etc...etc.
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