The Role Of Religion In Shaping Society

pride. Love replaces hatred in their heart. They begin to see all human beings as their own. They develop the attitude of giving more than taking. And any society where such feelings arise will surely become a society of peace and brotherhood. Today, political movements dominate across the world. Every newspaper and public gathering echoes with political slogans. In the past, religious and spiritual movements were stronger. Religious figures were the centres of communities and teachers of people. Because of the influence of religion, positive human traditions were established. These traditions shaped the way the world operated—until a new age arrived and broke those traditions. Politics always works through conflict. Religion is based on love. That’s why today, when politics dominates society, the natural result is tension and mutual hostility. In contrast, when religion dominated, society nurtured love and humanity. Take, for example, some major religions. Hinduism is an ancient religion. Its central idea is Advaitvad (non-dualism). Setting aside its philosophical side, this idea created in people the belief that the difference between “me” and “you” is temporary—in reality, we are one. This religious idea taught people that if I am right, someone else can also be right in their own way. In this