Societies are worse off "when they have God on their side." Morals and Ethics Suffer In A Religious Society.

News Type: Event — Seeded on Fri Nov 21, 2008 9:24 AM EST

Article Source: The Times

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RELIGIOUS belief can cause damage to a society, contributing towards high murder rates, abortion, sexual promiscuity and suicide, according to research published today.

According to the study, belief in and worship of God are not only unnecessary for a healthy society but may actually contribute to social problems.

The study counters the view of believers that religion is necessary to provide the moral and ethical foundations of a healthy society.

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