Bertrand Russell has a similar view of Christianity as most other thinkers and scientists. He brings up many good points as to why he should doubt the religion, while not really denouncing it. He states that while Christianity could be a good thing for others, it is not for him. This article stands out from most other previous readings and lectures against Christianity because Russell thinks of it more from a reasoning and thinking standpoint, rather than directly trying to prove certain parts of Christianity to be wrong.
I enjoyed reading about the reasons people give for believing in God. I have had some previous encounters with Christianity, where all I learned was that people had a blind faith in their creator and that they assumed others were just inconvenienced. Russell breaks down all of these explanations with his deep ideas. This is my first experience in learning about the basis and creation of Christianity, rather than just the practice of it, which I am more accustomed to seeing.
I strongly agree with Russell's points about the emotional factor. Many people accept Christianity, as well as other religions, on an emotional standpoint rather than a logical one. However, I don't feel this is necessarily bad, in the sense that it allowed people to unite under a common set of morals. On the other hand, I will agree that certain church procedures and ignorant believers can often bring society down with the die-hard Christian faith.
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