Freedom of religion=Freedom FROM religion??

[WorthlessLiar]

I'll limit this religious rant to Xianity, but let me say that I have no love for Western religion in general.

I think Vinth actually does have a point here. Intolerance is, in fact, hardwired into Christianity. JC himself said that no man may cometh unto the father but by him. This inspired and justified the murders of millions over the coming centuries. It's ok if we use lethal force to make them convert because we'll be saving their souls. Now we get to use fear to reinforce our self-righteousness. Sure, one could say that the passage is not meant to be taken literally. Maybe Jesus was saying that the way to true peace is by self sacrifice and love for one another. If Jesus really intended for his words to have an impact he should have chosen them more carefully and not have provided for so much bloodshed on his behalf. Or perhaps he meant it literally which would simply make him an asshole. Additionally, mainstream Christianity in America advocates a literal interpretation of the bible (40% of Americans are creationist).

Christianity is responsible for bloody crusades, cruel persecution, and the existence of people like Vinth. I would advise those of you who are reasonable christians to simply boycott it. You can keep some of the values without attatching yourself to the institution which, in many instances, does not represent what you truly believe.