How does religion help build character?

Answer 1

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Religion does not necessarily build character, but in some cases it can do so. The discipline of attending church, being on time and paying attention can be character-building if there is no other activity that the young person dislikes enough to require the discipline of attendance and attention.

Being required to think about right and wrong can also be character-building, and for some young people, religion provides the only opportunity to think these things through and form moral judgements. Of course, observing religious persons acting unethically or hypocritically can have the opposite effect on character, so there is always a balance.

Answer 2

The Bible it self provide the wisdom & has been coined as "The Divine Library " by the Roman Historian & Bible translator Jerome of the 4th century. Thus when religions use the Bible as the true "constitution" in honesty in life --there are indeed many benefits as stated:

(Isaiah 33:22) "22 For Jehovah is our Judge, Jehovah is our Statute-giver, Jehovah is our King; he himself will save us."

(2 Timothy 3:16, 17) "16 All Scripture is inspired of God and beneficial for teaching, for reproving, for setting things straight, for disciplining in righteousness, 17 so that the man of God may be fully competent, completely equipped for every good work."

Supporting the powerful statements of the above--Please note the confidence we can have as to its "power"--

(Hebrews 4:12) "12 For the word of God is alive and exerts power and is sharper than any two-edged sword and pierces even to the dividing of soul and spirit, and of joints from the marrow, and is able to discern thoughts and intentions of the heart. . ."

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THE 19th-century antislavery activist William H. Seward believed that "the whole hope of human progress is suspended on the ever growing influence of the Bible."

English author Charles Dickens noted about the Bible: "It is the best book that ever was or will be known in the world . . . because it teaches you the best lessons by which any human creature . . . can possibly be guided."

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The German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe noted: "The greater the intellectual progress of [a people], the more fully possible will it also become t o employ the Bible both as the foundation and as the instrument of education." Yes, a study of the Bible will better equip you for life than will any other education!-Proverbs 2:6-17; 2 Timothy 3:14-17.

Please note the 3 min. audio & article entitled "Will You Trust God" --this is referenced at our official web site at jw.org

Answer 3

Religion connects us to the majority of mankind, past and present. No ancient society ever existed that did not believe in the supernatural. Therefore, societies that dismiss belief may be compared to an astronaut floating away from the lifeline. Religion will often imbue people with self-discipline and emotional fortitude, whose lack has led Western society to epidemic obesity, drunkenness, depression and ennui, divorce rates, violence etc.

Religion also provides a sense of identity and a community, with its ambiance and mutual help.

Answer 4

Religion can help build character by providing moral guidelines, promoting virtues such as compassion and forgiveness, and fostering a sense of community and belonging. Through teachings, rituals, and practices, individuals may cultivate virtues and values that shape their behavior and outlook on life.