Argumentative Essay: The Death Of Religion In America

The death of religion in America is not one that should be mourned rather it should be celebrated as a transition to a potentially less polarized country. This death was not orchestrated against religion, but rather, the death of religion is simply a product of its own existence. Religion brought the country together in 1776, in 2001, and many times in between, churches have provided irreplaceable central hubs for human rights conversations, demonstrations, and celebrations. However it has also brought about turmoil and conflict when discussing ideas like gay rights, gay marriage, climate change, and abortion. It has been used as a rhetorical weapon to initiate and justify wars and genocides throughout history; and while one may argue that it is the men who have corrupted the idea of religion into the one seen today, it has been shown by men like Bush and Trump …show more content…
Rather, much like how many theology can be studied and refined until it resembles the moral teachings found in philosophy, religion can and has been refined into a new set of post religion morals and values that manifest themselves within the population as intrinsic human connection rather than a divine word. This transition to a more modern version of religion can be seen across the world, the newest Pope for example, has turned his focus to understanding the morality of humans through helping them and not through the Christian dogma. By doing this he has opened up a dialog not only for those within the Christian faith but also for those outside of his religious community and by separating dogma and morality people of all religious or non-religious backgrounds can still have a healthy moral discussion without the inherent need for