Weird and Religious
In some strands of Hindu belief, the universe is created and destroyed in repeating cycles that last billions of years. Time is not linear but cosmic and circular, with countless worlds appearing and vanishing long before modern astronomy spoke of deep time.
Religious image of the day.
In the name of religion
2003, Saudi Arabia. Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula carried out bombings against residential compounds. The group justified attacks as jihad against Western presence and un-Islamic rulers, promising religious reward for striking perceived enemies of Islam.
Fact
In Confucianism, social roles come with duties, and Confucianism emphasises responsibility more than personal rights.
Religious success
Religion succeeded because it answered emotional needs while reinforcing authority. It created shared identity, justified leadership, reduced fear, and offered stability in exchange for obedience. These were practical advantages that served society well, yet they reveal nothing about the truth of the beliefs themselves.
Quote of the day
“Properly read, the Bible is the most potent force for atheism ever conceived.” Isaac Asimov.
Ask the right question
Why do religious revivals and movements follow social and psychological patterns that can be studied scientifically?
Religious Crooks
Lesego Daniel leads Rabboni Centre Ministries in South Africa and became known for unusual miracle demonstrations, with critics accusing him of using spectacle driven religious claims to attract followers and donations.
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Throughout history and still to this day, there has never been a shortage of religious leaders who were not always following their own spiritual advice.