Quote:That's funny, because Christianity has, without any question, been the most violent and destructive religion in the history of mankind. Their belief in a god and souls has never made a difference when it comes time to sharpen the swords. Yet, we have a virtually atheistic religion such as Buddhism which, even though it's older than Christianity and there are no gods, mysteriously lacks most of Christianity's bloodbaths and genocides.
Um I disagree. China and Japan hate each other and have had constant battles over history, both are full of Buddhists. The orient is just as sectarian and divided as western monotheism.
Humans are tribal no matter what their religious beliefs. Tibet is far too often associated with peaceful resistance, when the reality is that Buddhism has not left those who oppress them.
Our species has always been capable of cruelty and compassion. Which is also why I warn atheists not to go around saying "When we become the majority we will treat you better". No, as long as we are human, and we have short term memories as a species, we will forget and do what was done to us, to others.
