[Serious] Comfort in Faith at Death

[Rhondazvous]

So, one of the only reasons why I'm not anti-theist is that I see a good reason why people are religious-comfort. I know that death is frightening, but my mother has been dying for six months and hasn't shed a tear. She knows she'll be with her dead family and god, the god she believes in, who is loving and kind. She is starting to see her aunt, who passed away a long time ago. That comforts her. I'll tell you what, I'm quite happy for her faith now that she's at the point of death. It has given her a coping mechanism that is deeply ingrained in her psyche. For her, Heaven awaits her. It's a beautiful thing. There isn't a single ounce of harm in it.

How do you feel about finding comfort in faith while dying? Please don't use my mother's situation as an example. I'm bound to take debate about it personally.

I found myself in a similar situation a few years ago. My neighbors were dying of cancer. They were just overjoyed that they were going to see their lord. They were still smoking the cigarettes that had given them cancer, and he was still drinking the liquor that had given him cirrhosis of the liver.

I wasn’t impressed by the strength of their faith to the point where I’d consider it for myself. At the same time, I thought it would be beyond crass to remind them that their god hadn’t helped them overcome their addictions. I wouldn’t take away someone’s crutch unless I’m sure they can stand on their own.