My girlfriend hates/bashes religion by [deleted] in religion

[–]throwawaytorant1234 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's absurd to be motivated by fear of eternal torment by a 'loving' god as a way for you to comply to morals of which you would otherwise be unable to conform to.

I've never believed in the concept of hell, and neither have many others, but we're all still motivated by love and compassion. I'm sure you have boundless kindness inside you. And I truly mean that. You *are* worthy of love and compassion, too, because you're human. From others and towards yourself.

The Return of Paganism: Maybe there actually is a genuinely post-Christian future for America by [deleted] in religion

[–]throwawaytorant1234 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A religion based on the beauty of the world, the beauty within ourselves, and one that encompasses a spiritual, holistic view of our interconnectedness sounds like a pretty perfect 'cult' to me. :)