Ransom Dum: The Value Of Religion Around The World

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When it really comes down to it-when the you see people down, and the hope is gone are we naturally good? Even when it costs us, even when we think they deserve it? We are made to help, and act cooperatively. We make a difference everyday, and are helping people around the world rather if you see it or not. From the moment we came to life, we have been some type of help.

We also use religion as help to cause good in human nature, and it encourages many people, Because when you don't have anywhere to look or go when you're feeling useless, and empty, we find people coming to their God. And most religion is good because it teaches to be helpful, and worthy to others. Just like philosopher Louis XIV, he felt that religious unity contributed to the strength of his role. It gives people confidence! “Those who walk with God, always reach their destination.” Lots of people believe this, and this is what makes religion so popular. Religion is also a collection of cultural systems that are intended to give the “meaning of life.” That is amazing imagine the good that is being caused by this!
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In 1853 a professor named Ransom Dum set off on a two-year journey to raise funds for Hillsdale college, a learning in Michigan. There are donations and charities going on nationwide every single day. Generosity is happening this second. I see people that even have less giving more, that is amazing. I believe that, “A generous person will prosper whoever refreshes others will be

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