Why today's kids look down upon religion ?

It isn't presented in a way that interests the youth.

It isn't presented in a way that interests the youth.

James161324

Because religion is dying. There are less followers each generation, hardly anyone is religious over here.

Because religion is dying. There are less followers each generation, hardly anyone is religious over here.

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It isn't presented in a way that interests the youth.

xsynth

The Pope has actually started using Twitter! And he is Catholic ;)

[QUOTE="Jeanp34"]

but I'm pretty sure there's something after, otherwise, what would be the point of living ?

xsynth

Pretty much. We're all going to die anyway. Which is why I prefer to just focus on actually being alive, rather than trying to figure out the whys

scientific innovators throughout history have often been religious at least to a degree, but what did their particular faiths contribute to the rigorous process of trial and error, documentation, and calculation in their discoveries?Mordred19

I think the reason that less kids are into religion these days, is because they are allowed to be less into it. Years ago, that wasnt an option. You were forced by your parents and others to be a certain sect. Now, people are given more choices. I don't think kids are somehow smarter than they were 50 years ago as many of you are alluding to.

Because religion is dying. There are less followers each generation, hardly anyone is religious over here.

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I hate this place.

I have to look down at religion as my local pastor is only 5ft 2.

Makes sense. I just find it hard for someone to claim that science has done more good for the world than religion... I can understand why one would say that, but it seems impossible to prove, let alone argue about...battlefront23

Look at the every modern conveniences that you use in your day to day life. Modern medicine, computers, automobiles, textiles, plastics, sanitation, agriculture, etc. Now take a look at the period before the modern day scientific method was adopted...the rate of progress was almost at a halt in many eras.

I don't think it's a stretch to say that science produces far more results. The proof is in the pudding.

... 'cause they teach us properly now?

I find that more people are agnostic, not necessarily atheist. They don't want to follow organized religion but still have some kind of belief in a higher power or something.

And I have a conscience. I don't need a 2,000 year old book of fairy-tales to tell me what's right and wrong and what to believe.

I have no problem with people who follow an organized religion. But what I hate is when those people believe that agnostic people or atheist somehow have no morals because they don't follow a religion. That's completely ridiculous.

When we're dead. we're dead. buried. wormchow.

and i have better things to do than to read some book of hooplah telling me what to do.

well, thats the way i see it.

When we're dead. we're dead. buried. wormchow.

and i have better things to do than to read some book of hooplah telling me what to do.

well, thats the way i see it.

FUloin33

I pretty much agree..ALTHOUGH im open to some things like spiritual after life, or maybe reborn in to something else? I mean you never know..SO I try and keep an open mind. BUT as far as christianity goes I dont go for that any longer because Ive been there done it and moved on..

BUT keep in mind I believe in UFOs,bigfoot,loch ness monster,ghosts,ect..so im pretty open to things in general..

... 'cause they teach us properly now?

psn8214

I notice most of todays kids ( Teenagers )avoid being religious and are atheist. They beleive in studying / working hard , enjoying party , live life kingsize than being religious. They'd rather follow a Rock / Metal group than follow a religion.

Religion is foundation of ones culture and ethics . Religion saves a person from doing wrong things as Sex , doing Drugs ETC kind of sins. Being Religious brings peace of mind .

Something is really wrong with today's kids . I blame Advancement of Technology and Fast Life ( Always running after Money & Pleasure ) .

indzman

A lot of people are Hedonistic these days.

I notice most of todays kids ( Teenagers )avoid being religious and are atheist. They beleive in studying / working hard , enjoying party , live life kingsize than being religious. They'd rather follow a Rock / Metal group than follow a religion.

Religion is foundation of ones culture and ethics . Religion saves a person from doing wrong things as Sex , doing Drugs ETC kind of sins. Being Religious brings peace of mind .

Something is really wrong with today's kids . I blame Advancement of Technology and Fast Life ( Always running after Money & Pleasure ) .

indzman

A lot of people are Hedonistic these days.

PsychoRedFox666

[QUOTE="indzman"]

I notice most of todays kids ( Teenagers )avoid being religious and are atheist. They beleive in studying / working hard , enjoying party , live life kingsize than being religious. They'd rather follow a Rock / Metal group than follow a religion.

Religion is foundation of ones culture and ethics . Religion saves a person from doing wrong things as Sex , doing Drugs ETC kind of sins. Being Religious brings peace of mind .

Something is really wrong with today's kids . I blame Advancement of Technology and Fast Life ( Always running after Money & Pleasure ) .

AikidoShin

Yes all this but the most important reason you missed.

13. It's unrealistic, it sounds made up, and has been used as a way to manipulate people since it's conception. Also nothing has happened to prove religion to be the answer.

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[QUOTE="indzman"]

I notice most of todays kids ( Teenagers )avoid being religious and are atheist. They beleive in studying / working hard , enjoying party , live life kingsize than being religious. They'd rather follow a Rock / Metal group than follow a religion.

Religion is foundation of ones culture and ethics . Religion saves a person from doing wrong things as Sex , doing Drugs ETC kind of sins. Being Religious brings peace of mind .

Something is really wrong with today's kids . I blame Advancement of Technology and Fast Life ( Always running after Money & Pleasure ) .

deangallop

Yes all this but the most important reason you missed.

13. It's unrealistic, it sounds made up, and has been used as a way to manipulate people since it's conception. Also nothing has happened to prove religion to be the answer.

Definitely 13, The other 12 are worded in a way that it sounds as if those who do not beleive in religion or God are somehow ignorant or misguided (not sure if that was the intention) Rather then people being more critically minded, Free to oppose religious institutions and not seeing the evidence or logic in something like religion.

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[QUOTE="AikidoShin"]

This is my viewpoint:

1. They see many religions out there & become confused.

2. They never read the bible.

3. Evolution contradicts certain religions.

4. With so many books out there they don't believe it to be the Word of God since they're different.

5. They assume because man made the bibles, it is not God's Word so some consider the words not real, somehow they forget completely about thousands of manuscripts.

6. Society's influence.

7. Something in their lifetime happens, they blame God for it.

8. Some would rather not follow the rules of the bible.

9. They believe all wars start because of religion.

10. They look at the negative things that are done in the churches on t.v./news rather than the good. (i done this before :D')

11. They tie all religions together to say its corrupt & give up.

12. They don't believe in Judgement, Heaven & Hell, having a soul, etc.

mattisgod01

Yes all this but the most important reason you missed.

13. It's unrealistic, it sounds made up, and has been used as a way to manipulate people since it's conception. Also nothing has happened to prove religion to be the answer.

Definitely 13, The other 12 are worded in a way that it sounds as if those who do not beleive in religion or God are somehow ignorant or misguided (not sure if that was the intention) Rather then people being more critically minded, Free to oppose religious institutions and not seeing the evidence or logic in something like religion.

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[QUOTE="deangallop"]

Yes all this but the most important reason you missed.

13. It's unrealistic, it sounds made up, and has been used as a way to manipulate people since it's conception. Also nothing has happened to prove religion to be the answer.

AikidoShin

Definitely 13, The other 12 are worded in a way that it sounds as if those who do not beleive in religion or God are somehow ignorant or misguided (not sure if that was the intention) Rather then people being more critically minded, Free to oppose religious institutions and not seeing the evidence or logic in something like religion.

I wasn't knocking the list, i agree with most of it. As i stated, i wasn't sure if it was intentional or not. The Average Atheist who makes a top 12 list would put #13 at #1 as the reason why alot of people don't beleive in God or Religion. I wasn't sure if that was an unintentional oversight on your part or an unwillingness to point out the fact that religion is illogical in many peoples minds. If it was unintentional then that is fine and no reason to apologise for that.

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Because it is all just fairy tale, and kids are picking up on that and wanting to make their own decisions instead of being brainwashed.

imaps3fanboy

Coming from someone who grew up in Churches and private religious schools, brainwashing is the correct term. I was hardly ever taught about evolution, or of other religions, and christianity was a focal point in any academic subject.

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[QUOTE="alexside1"] Brainwashed?... oh brother..... Claiming that it's "all just a fairy tale" is a huge bold claim that certainly needs evidence.alexside1

Coming from someone who grew up in Churches and private religious schools, brainwashing is the correct term. I was hardly ever taught about evolution, or of other religions, and christianity was a focal point in any academic subject.

[QUOTE="alexside1"][QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"]

Coming from someone who grew up in Churches and private religious schools, brainwashing is the correct term. I was hardly ever taught about evolution, or of other religions, and christianity was a focal point in any academic subject.

imaps3fanboy

[QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"][QUOTE="alexside1"] That's not objective evidence that your describing, it's subjective evidence.alexside1

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[QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"] ..? Elaborateimaps3fanboy

[QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"][QUOTE="alexside1"] Personal experiences isn't objective.

alexside1

No, I just don't see what your problem is.

Just because an arguement is subjective means it's totally debased?

[QUOTE="alexside1"][QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"] And what does that have to with anything? :Dimaps3fanboy

No, I just don't see what your problem is.

Just because an arguement is subjective means it's totally debased?

[QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"]

[QUOTE="alexside1"] Are you being difficult on me on purpose?alexside1

No, I just don't see what your problem is.

Just because an arguement is subjective means it's totally debased?

[QUOTE="alexside1"][QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"]

No, I just don't see what your problem is.

Just because an arguement is subjective means it's totally debased?

imaps3fanboy

[QUOTE="imaps3fanboy"][QUOTE="alexside1"] ........ Do you know the difference between subjective and objective? If you know so, than that's what I meant.alexside1

Because the times they are a changin'

Because.... like... being all churchy is like... boring man. You got to expand your mind and ..... like... enjoy the ether of life.cd_rom

[QUOTE="cd_rom"]Because.... like... being all churchy is like... boring man. You got to expand your mind and ..... like... enjoy the ether of life.TheStarM4n

That is your choice and that fine. I lived by "gods" word at one time. BUT now im glad I live by my words. I cant imagine worshiping someone like that anymore. Especially someone I dont know even lived..Just feels so free to actually live life your way..AGAIN no harm bro, just a friendly comment..

religion is based upon ignorance, with the flow of information there is today where a five year old can access it, its normal they realize what kind of illogical nonsense religion is.