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I agree with Contrary's point. I believe that religion was created as a tool to rule over a population. Many early civilizations were theocracies or had a heavy influence of religion in them. The rulers of early nations did not have enough power to subdue a population, but a divine creator has the power to do anything. Fear of not receiving a pleasant afterlife or burning in hell is was what kept a population obeying the laws and respecting each other. Fear of not receiving Christmas presents keeps children obeying the rules and respecting other people. I think children can't always see the benefits of rules and how it helps everyone live peacefully together. I know without laws or religion the world would be a darker place, because many people wouldn't naturally act the way religion tells you to. Humans always need constant reminders of how to be kind and peaceful and to love each other. Religion is that reminder. Just my opinion. I’m Sorry if I offended anyone.
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