[Mr. Mojo]

To be clear, we're in complete agreement that Judeo-Christian culture/religion is far preferable than an atheist (or pagan) one. I was merely answering the question oringally posed, which is that it is indeed possible for an individual human to act ethically without being affiliated with formal monotheistic religion. Whether or not atheistic societies - or nations, like the Soviet Union - can do so is up for debate, but it sure doesn't look promising.

[realpatriot71]

it is indeed possible for an individual human to act ethically without being affiliated with formal monotheistic religion.

I agree, but ask the question: why? What is the sorce of morals and ethics?