Basic Religion: Short Essay

Basic Religion Essay According to the American Heritage dictionary religion is a "belief in and reverence for a supernatural power or powers regarded as creator and governor of the universe." It is true that all religions do involve the worship of some supernatural force, however, it is also true that no religion in history has ever stopped at that. Some would have you believe that it has brought peace and harmony to the world and …

…leaders would have us believe. It is in fact, a method in which many societies are governed and controlled. I want to find a way to teach people that religion should not used to instill fear or spread racism and hate but that it is in our lives to help promote spirituality in each of us. I want to stop the world from using religion and God as an excuse to kill and harm others.