An Open Mind

[SarCaustic]

So many times I have entered discussions not just on the AB but in the wider world where people have already made their minds up, without even beginning to fully consider the alternative point of view. This question is as much a challenge as a question....

Q:Carefully considering and stating both sides of the argument (equally), state the merits and shortcomings/problems of the major world religions?
Refer to all/either of Christianity, Islam and Hinduism

Therefore, state your opinion on religion and its relevance.

[joko]

is this your homework?

[UKbloke04]

Do your own essay lol

[Octavius]

I believe that all people should be free to choose and worship any religion they like, providing it does not interfere with people who do not folow their faith and it is not enforced.

[spinchimp]

No

[SarCaustic]

No it's not my homework, I'm studying AS levels in Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Spanish and English Language, and besides it's exam season so we don't get homework! Tha said the question is written in a homeworky style so all is forgiven.

[Ethmer]

Religion may be a tree with many branches but the problem is that each branch believes it is the TRUE branch. That is a valid belief or else the branch is wasting its time and energy. If it isn't the "true" branch it should be merging with that branch which IS the true one.

Therefor the need for argument. The necessity to determine whether one's religion is the true one or not. What a waste of time to find out you've been swimming to the farthest shore when there was one a lot closer.

Harmony will come, from arguing or otherwise, when we all come to the realization that ALL paths (Christian or otherwise) do lead to the Oneness of God. Some just take longer routes.