Do you think that religion is the most powerful force in the world?

First of all I don't believe in Religions and I don't believe that Religions are the one who is going to save me. The only one who can save me is God or Jesus Christ. You are correct some Religions taking it too much what I mean is they are overpower and using it too much which is not good. What they need to do is to teach us the Lessons that Jesus teach and also the Bible now it's up to the person if he/she will going to obey it or not because we have freedom. There are so many Religions today and they teach us only one thing "Golden Values" except for the Religion SATANISM haha lol xD

I suppose this depends on what your definition of religion is, how wide the remit, and the scope and depth of faith in as much of its pure true form as oppose to the politicisation of religous faith. But I would put it like this. You would have to believe that God is above all religions and most religions adhere to the worship of One God which is above the religion. Thus, God would be the most powerful force in the universe. Again, this would depend on the depth and scope of believing into the entity of God. If this isn't there, then religion is without meaning, becomes a cult, and is supsceptable to the weaknesses of man and the world we live in. Second point is, religion and politics are two very different entities and should never be mixed ie a separation of the religion and the nation is essential for good governance and religous practices. A religious faith must adhere to and respect the laws and values of a nation, and a nation should respect and value the religion. Belief however, is personal, the strength of which is determined by the individual. In this respect, the political nation can amass the greatest material power on earth and will be a formiddable force. This for the unbeleiver in religions will be the most powerful force. However, religion, if seperated and purified, adds a complete new dimension which is spritual and delves into the unseen and searches your soul. This belief, if polarised towards God, and a collective human unity in this respect may lead to a force which is far greater than man has ever known. But again this depends on faith in religion which varies amongst individuals or is non-existent.

Yup, I guess religion is the most powerful force in the world everywhere even in developed as well as developing countries. Some blindly believe in religion and follow it without questioning the beliefs, even if it hurts others. Religion has mixed with politics and is now ready to rule the political world too.

It has surely been the most powerful and in some places, like the Muslim world still is. But people tend to realize that almost all religions are just a bunch of non senses.

Religion was powerfull force in the past and got his most force in the medieval times. Nowadays, it still has got some force, but it's not so powerfull than it was years ago. Capitalism and egoism has changed times, as well as many people are not believing in God or in religion any more. So I think that religion has lost most part of its power.

Hey Pose Religion certainly has had its great moments in history.In the middle ages it was the greatest force.However in my opinion religion has lost most of it's power.People don't believe in something higher than themselves and i totally agree with them.Everyone has his own believes now :). The most powerful force in the world is the media.The best way to control people is by the media.Most people watch the news,listen to the radio and they believe what they hear. Another good way to control people's minds is trough the education.We've all been to school and we all have believed in what the teachers told us.However,have you ever asked yourself the question if it's really true?

Yes, Religion is very powerful specially in the Muslim World where most people follow every single thing religion dictates them to do without thinking whether is the right thing to do or not. Religion can be very positive to some people since it offers them faith and guidance ,but at the same time it can be very destructive. It really depends on how we apply religion to our lives.

Religion is very powerful but, unfortunately, not in a good way. Religion probably started out as something that was supposed to be positive but all I see with religion is hatred from certain people in other religions, corruption and even murder all being caused by religion.

No I think power is, if you look at most of the forces that rule our lives you will find that someone somehow gains power from it. For children it's parents, teachers, older children and so forth. Everyone gets power over children. As adults, our governments, our large companies, bosses, spouses, and strange but true our children and pets. Basic to almost all actions is the need for power, even if it is only in our perception. Because all of this power is only an illusion, the real you is the only true power in life. This is because it is life.

There was a time when religion was the most powerful force, but those days are long gone. Yes, there are some people who are very passionate about their beliefs, and will take extreme measures to force their beliefs on others; but the world, as a whole, doesn't particularly care about anyone's religious beliefs and are not going to put up with anyone trying to force their beliefs on them. I'd say the ability to sway the thinking of the populace with shrewd manipulations of words so that what you say fits what people want to hear is the most powerful force in the world.

Good day to you. With reference to that, you are right. However, let me add to what you have said, for me, it is not the religion itself. It is the faith that we have. The faith which drives us to do the things. The faith that lead us to believe in God. That is a more powerful force. Thank you and have a nice day.

Religion is nothing but belief in ones ownself.Although people think of God to be the ultimate power in the world it is indeed the truth that there may not be any such God.As said by great men"God resides in you" , it is seriously true. When you are troubled and you call upon God, it is nothing but a way of boosting up your confidence.

Yes i think it is true in my life

I do believe that religions are organizations that helps us learn more about God and our salvation, that's how I understood it. Their main role is to nurture our spiritual aspect of life. Nonetheless religions have great influence as to leading people. In Philippines during EDSA revolution, Catholic had played great role in leading Filipinos to a successful and peaceful revolution. That scenario was a proof that religions can be powerful force.

To me, religion is THE most powerful evil force on earth…while it has had its utility in maintaining civilized society, the evils perpetrated in its name, far outweigh the good factors. Even now, most of the shackles carried by humanity have their roots in religion. Not only that, religion is the most divisive of all factors, pushing people apart and inciting us against each other to such an extent that not even a modicum of civility and humanity is left. Religious fervor turns man into unthinking robots ready to kill just to protect some man-made rites and rituals. On the other hand, humanity…if given a proper chance, can become THE most powerful positive force on earth.

I don't think religion has that great effects. But the faith itself. Religion are just mere group. But faith is the driving force. The differences in faith is the ultimate cause why we have different religions. So no matter your religion is, it is your faith that matter most.

They say that faith can move mountains. I guess that would make religion a powerful force in deed. I am not sure that i would call ir the most powerful force in the world though. I would make way for love to top that list.

Yes pose123, as we can see at present time, some religious leader are very powerful, example the roman catholic, did you know that the pope can travel around the world without passport? See how powerful he is? If we consult what the bible says, it's wrong, in fact saint paul wrote in romans 13:1 let every soul be subject unto the higher powers.(government) for there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Now, if we can see this (religious leaders) manners, it is a manifestation that they were obey not god's commandment, in short they are not of god if they are not following. sorry to say this. true christian must follow christ works.

Religion can influence people but it is not something as the most powerful force in the world. Religion directs and guide people towards salvation but it is faith that will lift us all up to salvation and that I belive is even more important, for faith will save us not religion.

Religion is Nothing it is just a way to made the people to go on a good way... if we have any problem in real and we are thinking that any religion god will come and help us then we are thinking wrong we have to overcome by ourself so, believe in ourself is the greatest power you have........... but the religion will do one good thing that through the references of the past people we afraid to do wrong and by scared from the results of the bad do'ers we go again on the good way........