| If the religionists would take their texts literally, we would all be better off. Instead we see words twisted to suit the current debate or issue. This is not a generalized malady; more an anomaly. We may see how the few zealots can taint the image of entire subcultures.
Literally taken, most sacred and contemporary religious tomes point toward peaceful resolutions, good treatment of our neighbors, and temperance of vices. Parables are dangerous, as taken out of historical and spiritual context they can misguide masses.
Science and religion ultimately attempt explanation of the same phenomena.
If a 'scientific' discovery were to change dogma or translation by a popular religious institution ( e.g. the world is round!), the religious would see religious repercussion, the scientist, empirical. Each will see the data through educated or acculturated perception, affecting the nuance of technological application and the limits placed upon such discoveries by the magico-religious flavor du jour.
In the end, it is all profit, by any means and by any name.
Much luck upon your journey.
Dadoo
Heartbeat, the only song
you will not hear
until it's gone. |