I think nothing sums up my position on religion better than the song "Asylum" by Crass. Because we aren't able to accept the unknown, we are forced to come up with half-hearted solutions. Because we are afraid of the unknown, we oppress groups that stand against the norm, groups that are really the future of the planet, as they are the only ones bold enough to swim upstream. Although I agree with certain faith-observations, such as the practice of meditation, in general the group mentality that goes hand in hand with organized Western religions is comparable to a "mob-mentality" wherein large groups are forced into a mass-produced opinion which doesn't necessarily represent the needs & wants of the people. Religion is hypnotism. So read these lyrics and apply them to your life, and most importantly, always remember: fuck society, fuck the system, & fuck you!