[August West]

Actually, even an atheist like myself can plainly see that religion keeps us from all being murderers, rapists, ...i.e. basically animals.

[Stone Mountain]

Actually, even an atheist like myself can plainly see that religion keeps us from all being murderers, rapists, ...i.e. basically animals.

Really? Well then, as an athiest, what keeps you from murdering, raping, etc?

[stuartcr]

Animals do not murder or rape, they just do what animals do. I think it's our societal laws and mores that do more to keep humans in line, than religious beliefs.