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“Religion is our ancient heritage of idea concerning the origin of all living things and the meaning of life.”(Spencer, 25) Religion has been around since the beginning of man. The word religion has a different meaning to different cultures. Some believe that it is a type of control and traditions passed from generation to generation. Others see it as an inspiration and emotions or rituals and worship (Spnecer, 52). Most people use some sort of Religion. It is what gives people hope and a since of justice. Religion helps people not to fear death or gives them a since of comfort when they lose a loved one. Most Religions have a bible that they follow. A bible gives them rules and teaches them about their God or gods. This book is to be obeyed and followed throughout ones life. The following will discuss the origin of religion, religion’s function and the questions man has, and how myths are viewed as part of religion.

“The origin of religion has often been largely a matter of guesswork.” (Spencer, 67) The time of Jesus man had already attained a very high form of religion so before Christ there must have been a gradual evolution of religion up to higher forms. Next we must assume that lower religion forms must ha

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“The second duty develops is that man is to love their God!

and thanks for them for everything they have; this is called the duty of thanksgiving. Man must realize God have power over them. “Thus the duty of worship is recognized. ”(Hooke, 56)

In conclusion religion serves many functions. Man hopes that he is born to be a part of a bigger picture. It teaches us many good values we should live by and how to live are life’s to fulfill a plan.

People ask themselves many questions such as who am I, where am I going, what is the importance of my existence, and where am I going when I die.

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. Religion gives people direction in their lives and helps them with problems and challenges they face. The use of bibles gives people a book of stories that can interpret into moral stories. ”(Planck, 63) God preserve man and aids him in his battles. ”(Planck, 63) “Lastly, is the duty of seeking forgiveness. Mythology is used to describe a historical event and is corrupted by man or exaggerated in order to create standards of morality and admonish others to particular set of values (Hooke, 45). If we can believe in something then we can get through are everyday life and have faith we will go somewhere wonderful once we pass on. These are the four duties that derive from the relationship between God and man.

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Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)

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