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That's an interesting point of view: Should people be encouraged to choose between religion or reason, or should we encourage religion to adapt? I don't think
by sounddust 17y ago
That's an interesting point of view: Should people be encouraged to choose between religion or reason, or should we encourage religion to adapt? I don't think the answer is clear; I'd guess that the most effective approach is a case-by-case basis (true, the Roman Catholic church is unlikely to bend anytime soon, but perhaps other religions are more willing to adapt). Others have the right to criticize religion just as much as they have the right to their beliefs, so I think that the focus should be on effectiveness rather than "rights" (which I think are well-preserved in both cases).
One thing I want to point out: mother-to-infant transmission of HIV is around 2-8% with proper preventative treatment and 15-30% without, so I disagree that the child will "probably" carry HIV, although it is certainly a risk.
- iaskwhy 17y agoIt's a too complicated topic and that's why I stayed out of it. I try to believe reason is above everything else and when showed I'm wrong I just update my views on it. I'm not sure what should the church do but I know I'm fascinated by those who follow those rules. I'm not talking about those who follow it blindly but of those who really believe it. I edited the original post to reflect the right probability of a child carrying HIV from their parents, thanks!
- Tichy 17y agoWhat could be a reason to choose religion over religion? The only thing I can think of is an elitist stance, that the unwashed masses are incapable to think for themselves and hence need reasonable people to make up the rules for them. Naturally, if you happen to be among the elite/leadership, maybe encouraging religion seems like the better idea.