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What is Religion?

Religion, spirituality, God- the essence of these definitions have become muddled and arbitrary amidst the various expressions of faith witnessed throughout the world. I personally have delved deep into various religions or paths to enlightenment, studying and immersing myself within their practices. From a purely human perspective, I can confidently assert that they are all the same. And yet, from a spiritual standpoint, there exists a clear distinction between them, with only one quality holding true significance. You may have noticed that I intentionally distinguish between religion, spirituality, and God. This is not to imply that these are fundamentally separate entities; rather, it is due to the misguided perception that religion solely encompasses spirituality. The term "religion" originates from the Greek word θρησκεία (thréskeia), which simply denotes worship, discipline, or practice. It has no intrinsic connection to the organized traditions, rituals, or meditative ...