Thread: 100 good things about religion.

10. Has inspired beautiful works of art.







I highly disagree with #1.. I know I shouldn't say this in this particular thread.. gah..

11. Usually the first source of literacy and education in places lacking both (especially for the poor)

12. Ditto for healthcare

13. Ditto for libraries

14. Ditto for counseling

15. Monks make great booze

16. Provides vocations for those inclined toward spiritual pursuits

17. Is the only reason most of us have ever heard of Hitchens, Dawkins, Dennett and (best of all) Harris.

18. Makes for interesting and in depth debates.

19. helps document and record spiritual teachings. so that the next generation can advance on the spiritual teachings, rather than always having to start at the bottom again.

20. Has inspired some really good music.

21. If taken metaphorically, can help you see things in a wider perspective.

22: Ardent religious persons have been proven to live longer than the normal population.