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If the goal of our society is [[utilitarian]] [[happiness]], then it's pretty obvious that allowing [ | If the goal of our society is [[utilitarian]] [[happiness]], then it's pretty obvious that allowing [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_of_religion freedom of religion] and worship would be a key component. Forcing anyone outside the mainstream to publicly deny one of the most important aspects of their identify is going to have some devastating consequences on the aggregate [[happiness and well-being]] of that society. | ||
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state Separation of Church and State] is a related [[political]] [[best practice]] that helps ensure that [[religious]] [[freedom]] is not eroded over time. | [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state Separation of Church and State] is a related [[political]] [[best practice]] that helps ensure that [[religious]] [[freedom]] is not eroded over time. | ||
Revision as of 07:08, 7 January 2024
If the goal of our society is utilitarian happiness, then it's pretty obvious that allowing freedom of religion and worship would be a key component. Forcing anyone outside the mainstream to publicly deny one of the most important aspects of their identify is going to have some devastating consequences on the aggregate happiness and well-being of that society.
Separation of Church and State is a related political best practice that helps ensure that religious freedom is not eroded over time.