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Are god and religion ways of saying "screw you" to nature?

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Are god and religion ways of saying "screw you" to nature?
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RE: Are god and religion ways of saying "screw you" to nature?
January 8, 2024 at 9:11 am
(January 8, 2024 at 8:28 am)brewer Wrote:
(January 7, 2024 at 6:24 pm)neil Wrote: Yes; today it is, but that's not the main reason religion & cults exist. The main reason is to deceive/control/brainwash people, and to take money from them.

But, but, they do sooooooo much good in the world.  That initself should justify their continued existence.

Jay & Silent Bob

Good, as in "good vs. evil"?

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RE: Are god and religion ways of saying "screw you" to nature? - by neil - January 8, 2024 at 9:11 am

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