Religion Vs Science

By Slothful Snorlax

Disclaimer: Before I begin, I would like to stress that this rant is in no way intended to attack or offend anyone. The following rant is about a highly controversial topic and so, there will undoubtedly be some opposing positions. I am very open to discussion so if you have anything to say do not hesitate to comment below.

I’m an atheist. There I said it.

I was born into a somewhat religious Christian family. I was baptised and I still attend church on the rare occasion. For a large majority of my childhood, I believed in the existence of some greater being, that our world was created within a week and Adam and Eve were truly the first humans. Today, while I no longer accept these as truth, I maintain my respect for all religion, its great values and community.

In recent years, the ‘Religion vs Science’ debate has been dominating all kinds of media. And in all honesty, I think it’s a waste of time. Neither side will prevail, especially if we are insulting one another while we’re at it. Why can’t Religion and Science coexist? No, I am not saying that we have to agree with each other. I am suggesting that we should listen and instead of casting aside the opposition’s ideas, gain a mutual understanding or at the very least accept that ultimately, human society is one in which there are going to be conflicting views and stop trying to force our beliefs upon others.

Let’s think here. What is the goal of science and all religion? I believe that they aim to understand our world and to progress human society. Yes, how we got where we are now matters but people should be able to freely choose what they want to believe. What’s more important is where we go from here. So what is our future?  No one knows, but hopefully it’s a great one. This value, I believe, is a universal one, applicable to all of us despite one’s religion. So let us all accept each other, walk hand in hand to where, regardless of our beliefs, we all want to be, a world with one less conflict – a better tomorrow.

Please be aware this is certainly not the end of my discussions, simply an overview of my views and nowhere nearly as complete and substantial as I want it to be. Let’s just consider this a part 1 so stay tuned for more, Slothful :D.