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Quote by: Isherwood As much as I'd like to think that was a primary cause, I suspect religious differences account for a smaller part of the reason than, for instance, cultural differences. Respect for the elderly and children is a strong cultural attitude in Japan, and it usually extends to all others as well. In many ways they enjoy a less violent and more "true to their traditions" society than we.
But ever since the yakuza, taking their cues from Western gangs, has hit the scene, Japan may be headed toward a more America-like society in the future. |
Religion can not be a cultural difference as well as a theistic difference? I would think that we also enjoy a less violent society. It's what defines us as people, aka religious foundations, that determine a lot of our motives in life.