Came across a really nice artcile that presents some astonishing statistics. For example, when presented with the statement “human beings, as we know them today, developed from earlier species of animals,” in the USA just 45 percent of respondents indicated “true.” Compare this figure with the affirmative percentages in Japan (78), Europe (70), China (69) and South Korea (64).
Aside from Buddhism, I’m not aware of any relegion that allows the challenging of it’s assumptions. Religous leaders present universal truths without room for criticism. And they continue to directly and indirectly influence violance and discrimination without ever being held accountable for it.
A line from the article: “Keeping religion immune from criticism is both unwarranted and dangerous. Unless we are willing to expose religious irrationality whenever it arises, we will encourage irrational public policy and promote ignorance over education for our children.”
What are your views on religon?