from the Crusades to the modern war in the Middle East. Religion has continued to have a huge grip on our way of life, belief systems, cultural values, etc. Unfortunately, the hold it has on society also instills a plethora of fear, guilt, and intolerance into their followers. Organized religion has many benefits to it, however, the problems such as war and persecution, abuse of the environment, and control for power far outweigh those few benefits. Because of the violence and corruption found in…
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