The entire point of religion is to relieve the fear of death, a natural fear in everyone conscience of it. So I'm gonna have to disagree on that point, However I do find that many religious groups use the fear of death as a tool, which is terrible. But here is the thing, if said person uses fear tactics to gain popularity in their religion, how are they religious? I think the biggest problem isn't religion, it is the people who are corrupt within the religion.
The Asteroid Neurosis is very reminiscent of the Cold War fear of a nuclear holocaust. It's very interesting that Fidel Castro recently made a speech in which he said that nuclear war is imminent. It seems that all tyrants try to engender a widespread community of fear.
How in hell could anyone be separated from god!? Wasn't he supposed to be omnipresent!? As usually, theists are entangling themselves into a web of contradictions and non-sensical reasoning :) I almost feel sorry for these brainless creatures. . .
yeah and hey you know what, Science can possible Cure death like any other illness Religion try to slow that process because they know that they would lose all there power in bull shit hell because of todays medicine people are living longer and stronger and through science Death will be cured will thats what i think any way cell regen
Deathism, the blind acceptance, trivialization, or outright glorification of our mortality, and the rejection of radical life extension, is at least as irrational and harmful as religion. If we put some effort into it, we could abolish aging and most diseases within a few decades. Even today we can put death on hold with cryonics, which preserves the body until science develops means to fix and revive it. To blindly accept death in an age where it can be prevented is stupid and immoral.
but, it's also stupid to find more ways to load up this earth with more and more people when interstellar travel is still a very long time away..it's a complicated issue..is it more moral to help us survive longer as individuals when all that will do is over populate the world and make life an enormous struggle in 200 years?
@ Parapon3ra, what planet are you from??? No human has ever been revived from Cyogenic status, we have the technology to freeze but not the technology to revive, lets look at the obstacles, you must thaw all organs instantly, I bet you believe microwaves cook from the inside out, well they do not.
After revival you have a 10 minute window to stave off death of the frozen subject..
It makes me feel sad to think that so many people have been sucked in by this nonsense about heaven and hell.
How do these priests who tell them that they can go to hell KNOW this? It's just what they believe- they can't know it is true. Yet, they spend their lives convincing others that it is so. Oh I can get really angry to think that they get paid to spread nonsense around- what a cosy little useless job they have!
This is precisely what happened to my mother. She never fully recovered and she has terrible anxiety when anyone mentions anything about Satan or hell. Even now that she's sort of agnostic.
I'm not sure what you mean, Mahoivlich. It might not be painless for everybody. I think that it is inhumane that most of the world's countries do not allow active voluntary euthanasia. That would make death less scary for everyone. Oh but wait.... perhaps the religious are against it because they want death to be a scary and/or painful thing.
Great video. I'd like to recommend Daryl's Recovery from Religion to people who are having doubts. You're not alone and people who've been through the same situation can make helpful suggestions.
p.s. Um, as for sharing that an asteroid has a greater chance of hitting our l'il blue planet than anyone winning the lottery...are you trying to scare us ;P hahahaha
damon132, what a wonderful definition and expression of the basic & powerful tool of manipulation. Without fear, a society cannot be duped into believing what is based on the imagination.
Without fear and without those who are fear mongers, a deviant being cannot find a foothold of which to use to control those whom they prey upon. That is why the skill of fear mongering is highly coveted by disturbed folkies. Some of whom, one may find in religious organizations among other gatherings.
This is a great video. I was infected with early death neurosis at the age of 12, after a hell and brimstone sermon at our church. It was the only reason why I was baptized. I'm still pissed off this was done to me to this day (age 40). It's abuse plain and simple.
great video on death! Growing up religious it makes perfect sense. However, what would you say to atheists that fear death not because of heaven/hell, but simply the thought of oblivion. When religion no longer amplifies that fear what can you do additionally to help it... for example, thoughts like: "why even do anything if death is inevitable? It's like building a sandcastle on the shoreline." or "i'm not looking forward to the experience of death" or "If energy can't be destroyed... ???"
We have a natural desire to live, just like any animal. We are social creatures and do best when we are involved in making meaning within our society. Making meaning is largely what we do. What does that mean? We make meaning in loving our children or grandkids, contributing on the job or to the bowling team, etc. We can also make meaninglessness by focusing on what we are not. Recognizing our mortality takes away the manipulations of religion but shows us how ultimately responsible we are.
The entire point of religion is to relieve the fear of death, a natural fear in everyone conscience of it. So I'm gonna have to disagree on that point, However I do find that many religious groups use the fear of death as a tool, which is terrible. But here is the thing, if said person uses fear tactics to gain popularity in their religion, how are they religious? I think the biggest problem isn't religion, it is the people who are corrupt within the religion.
joshua61991 1 year ago
Well done Pastor of the truth. I respect people who face reality.
SRCervecero58 1 year ago
The Asteroid Neurosis is very reminiscent of the Cold War fear of a nuclear holocaust. It's very interesting that Fidel Castro recently made a speech in which he said that nuclear war is imminent. It seems that all tyrants try to engender a widespread community of fear.
colourmegone 1 year ago
How in hell could anyone be separated from god!? Wasn't he supposed to be omnipresent!? As usually, theists are entangling themselves into a web of contradictions and non-sensical reasoning :) I almost feel sorry for these brainless creatures. . .
armelix73 1 year ago 3
yeah and hey you know what, Science can possible Cure death like any other illness Religion try to slow that process because they know that they would lose all there power in bull shit hell because of todays medicine people are living longer and stronger and through science Death will be cured will thats what i think any way cell regen
KamidakeRed 1 year ago
Religiosity is a mental disease.
themsfightinwoids 2 years ago 10
There is a higher chance of an asteroid hitting your house than religion being true... well said.
CrankItEveryDay 2 years ago 10
Deathism, the blind acceptance, trivialization, or outright glorification of our mortality, and the rejection of radical life extension, is at least as irrational and harmful as religion. If we put some effort into it, we could abolish aging and most diseases within a few decades. Even today we can put death on hold with cryonics, which preserves the body until science develops means to fix and revive it. To blindly accept death in an age where it can be prevented is stupid and immoral.
Parapon3ra 2 years ago
Bwahahahaha. River in Egypt, meet Parapon3ra.
We're miles away from that kind of technology.
LadyhawkLH 2 years ago
@Parapon3ra
but, it's also stupid to find more ways to load up this earth with more and more people when interstellar travel is still a very long time away..it's a complicated issue..is it more moral to help us survive longer as individuals when all that will do is over populate the world and make life an enormous struggle in 200 years?
itzahazylife 2 years ago
@ Parapon3ra, what planet are you from??? No human has ever been revived from Cyogenic status, we have the technology to freeze but not the technology to revive, lets look at the obstacles, you must thaw all organs instantly, I bet you believe microwaves cook from the inside out, well they do not.
After revival you have a 10 minute window to stave off death of the frozen subject..
Accept your fate ;)
AtheistCentre 1 year ago
@Parapon3ra
Totally agree. I think we are the only smart people in existence.
lyutsin21 1 year ago
Great vids!
Kodos777 2 years ago
It makes me feel sad to think that so many people have been sucked in by this nonsense about heaven and hell.
How do these priests who tell them that they can go to hell KNOW this? It's just what they believe- they can't know it is true. Yet, they spend their lives convincing others that it is so. Oh I can get really angry to think that they get paid to spread nonsense around- what a cosy little useless job they have!
dilemmix 2 years ago 3
eXCELLENT!! THANK YOU
MacMyLuv 2 years ago 2
keep up the great work. your stuff is awesome.
styrofoamheart 2 years ago
If children were allowed to grow up without religion, then it wouldn't be a problem today.
BlackRaptor31 2 years ago
This is precisely what happened to my mother. She never fully recovered and she has terrible anxiety when anyone mentions anything about Satan or hell. Even now that she's sort of agnostic.
newexperiment 2 years ago
There is no reason to fear death as it is quite painless. It's the dying part that is a real pain.
Mahoivlich 2 years ago 7
So true.
damon132 2 years ago
That would depend on how you die.
Still, I'd rather be alive.
BlackRaptor31 2 years ago
I'm not sure what you mean, Mahoivlich. It might not be painless for everybody. I think that it is inhumane that most of the world's countries do not allow active voluntary euthanasia. That would make death less scary for everyone. Oh but wait.... perhaps the religious are against it because they want death to be a scary and/or painful thing.
dilemmix 2 years ago
Great video. I'd like to recommend Daryl's Recovery from Religion to people who are having doubts. You're not alone and people who've been through the same situation can make helpful suggestions.
aristopus 2 years ago
Excellent video Darrel! I couldn't have said it better myself! :-)
jmcr71795 2 years ago
p.s. Um, as for sharing that an asteroid has a greater chance of hitting our l'il blue planet than anyone winning the lottery...are you trying to scare us ;P hahahaha
thedeeliciousplum 2 years ago
damon132, what a wonderful definition and expression of the basic & powerful tool of manipulation. Without fear, a society cannot be duped into believing what is based on the imagination.
Without fear and without those who are fear mongers, a deviant being cannot find a foothold of which to use to control those whom they prey upon. That is why the skill of fear mongering is highly coveted by disturbed folkies. Some of whom, one may find in religious organizations among other gatherings.
thedeeliciousplum 2 years ago
This is a great video. I was infected with early death neurosis at the age of 12, after a hell and brimstone sermon at our church. It was the only reason why I was baptized. I'm still pissed off this was done to me to this day (age 40). It's abuse plain and simple.
prostock69 2 years ago
great video on death! Growing up religious it makes perfect sense. However, what would you say to atheists that fear death not because of heaven/hell, but simply the thought of oblivion. When religion no longer amplifies that fear what can you do additionally to help it... for example, thoughts like: "why even do anything if death is inevitable? It's like building a sandcastle on the shoreline." or "i'm not looking forward to the experience of death" or "If energy can't be destroyed... ???"
DogmaDebunker 2 years ago
We have a natural desire to live, just like any animal. We are social creatures and do best when we are involved in making meaning within our society. Making meaning is largely what we do. What does that mean? We make meaning in loving our children or grandkids, contributing on the job or to the bowling team, etc. We can also make meaninglessness by focusing on what we are not. Recognizing our mortality takes away the manipulations of religion but shows us how ultimately responsible we are.
damon132 2 years ago 2
@damon132 Once again. This is a smart man right here! Will be emailing you soon!
ADubTV 2 years ago
TRUE!
jxaxmxixn 2 years ago