[Alpha Male Jim Sanchez]

Originally Posted by ill fig-A

Let's think of religions as operating systems. There are many different kinds, each with its own methodology. Religions give people a mythology to follow, along with traditions that help to keep that mythology in a state of importance in society(remember, "myth" means nothing more than something which someone believes to be true). This breeds cultural identity. I believe this is where the positive effect of religion in globalized society is most dully noted. We need eclectic thinkers with widespread cultural insight. But the more we influence each other, don't we become capped under the same cultural casing?

I agree with Fred. You are saying very few things in very many words. Jettison the superfluous trimmings here, we are dealing with an easily defined issue. Do we need flexible thinkers in order to better control the great force of religion? The answer is yes, child...