Originally Posted by
manimuth
But, as you become an adult, and in this new world community of multicultural, multireligious societies we live in, many of us learn about other religions and question our own and have the freedom to make up our own minds.
Yep! That's what I said in my original question... "SOME grow up and actually change their belief systems but most do not."
Naturally as adults we are constantly exposed to new ideas and learning, but I don't think that many change their "belief system" or the way they were brought up to believe. But That's just MY opine! :)
Originally Posted by
NeedKarma
He didn't say that, he said that geography doesn't play a big part in your choice of religion which is the question you ask. I agree with him, I believe family plays a much bigger role than geography.
That's what I meant... "dictates are choice in religion". I just figured since we were discussing religion that THAT, was understood.
Anyhoo... :) As I said in my original question, I totally agree that "Kids are brought up to believe in the same beliefs as their family"... so yes family plays a part... BUT, "the families" main religious beliefs are passed down from generation to generation, (a no brainer)-- and based on what... (geography) :)
I believe geography has always been the major factor in what/how they were taught.
In my opinion, I just believe that it is the MOST influential part in how or what "families" choose what will be taught/practiced.
Here in the US christianity is #1 so naturally the majority of kids are raised this way... but a "family" in Iraq is hardly going to make that same choice whereas 97% are raised Muslim.
Thanks for all the opines all! Interesting thoughts and I hope to hear more outlooks!