Do you really think you are in a position to lecture those of us who were alive and aware during every period you mentioned, and more?
Do you have any understanding of the many problems associated with demonizing swathes of people with superfluous and denigrating remarks?
I dare to say, most here do not need to be reminded of horrific, abhorrent, predatory, criminal, suppressive, and repressive policies and behaviors of some individuals who utilize religion for their nefarious intentions.
I am likely much more militant than many here, but I recognize the extreme variabilities involved and try to maintain some modicum of humanity.
Not everyone who has signed on to organized religion is either weak-minded or phony.
I too have been guilty of generalizing religious folks and I was just as wrong as you.
The motivation for you to come here is not all that different from the motivations of some of the “weak-minded” you identified. There are many who behave in a more acceptable manner because they are associated with a religion. I know, it’s hard to believe, but it’s true.
I understand and share your frustration with religion and the Joel Osteen variety assholes who do prey on the vulnerable. But I ask you sincerely to please try to exercise some tolerance and acceptance of those who are vulnerable and not just weak-minded. Your tolerance might be an avenue for exposing them to alternative ideas…or not. Either way, you will certainly benefit by embracing a more accepting attitude, which presumably, you would prefer be bestowed upon you as well.
That in no way implies compliance or acquiescence to the batshittery rampant worldwide…
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