antabanta posted:ksazma posted:Back to the topic, I think that ego is the unintended consequence of religion.
Why unintended?
I think that it is initially unintended as people generally attach themselves to religion with good intentions. However, as one progresses they are compelled by nature to apply the slash and burn approach. Perhaps it is the belief that one now has the responsibility to defend what they practice. I have mentioned on several occasions that had I never been criticized for my religious beliefs and practices, I may have gone about my personal beliefs and practices not having any care what others do. However, I was insulted for my practices back in 1980 I believe and immediately began my crusade to prove that my way was better. I have since evolved from that mindset and don't care to compare religions anymore. I am more concerned with social, economic and political matters.