Atheists
Atheists have always faced tough criticisms from society simply because they have always been the biggest minority of religion. An atheist does not believe in God. Furthermore, atheists have a lack of beliefs in terms of a higher being. Atheists have always been shunned from society in the past. However, atheists are now becoming more accepted than ever, especially in The United States. Some attribute this to a much more liberal standpoint on religion in this country. Religion has become less important as time goes on and an atheist is no longer seen as unintelligent. Many Americans that the decreasing importance of religion in this country as a good thing.
An atheist does not necessarily label as someone being against the idea of religion. Instead an atheist may be someone who choose to live their life without religion. In some cases, an atheist can seem to have more respect for alternative beliefs than several other religions. There are people who choose to have religion in their lives as a sign of hope and something to look up to. The argument can be made that an atheist simply chooses to not have a need for that.
In a world with some many religions it seems foolish to look down on anyway simply because of their beliefs. History tells us that religion was the reason for most wars in world history. In one way or another, religion had something to do with disagreements between governments. The separation of church and state was nothing like it is today. Some people choose to make the argument that the lack of religion leaves a lot more room for peace. There are people who believe that the problems in the middle east stem from religion. With that being said, the choice to not have religion in one’s life does not seem like such a crazy idea. As long as people are not pushing their views on others, religion can be a great thing. However, it is the belief that “your” religion is better than others that can be extremely dangerous. It is an interesting concept that atheists used to be frowned upon by the majority of society. Now atheists seem to be more peaceful then other religions as time goes on. If people are not imposing their views on other’s, there should be no problem with having beliefs of your own. Religion can be very helpful. However, religion can also be extremely dangerous.