Faith

Is it right for children to be raised in their parents religion?

For

It gives them moral direction and a sense of belonging.

Against

Belief should come from personal discovery, not inheritance.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • religion gives families and kids a community, a sense of belonging and fellowship that's hard to create outside of religion.
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  • It makes sense for believers to raise their kids Christian so that they can avoid hell and know God.
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Against

  • No. Let people make their own decisions in what they want to believe.
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  • religion is a personal choice. let the child learn about the different religions and spiritual beliefs and let them choose what feels right to them.
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