@dutchbrossis and @HTDC i asked a new question about that line of reasoning. :)
either way, evidently you feel your way is “better” than the pre-written book way.
@JLeslie said: “two people have the exact same moral compass, that is what should matter to us, not how we arrived at the morality”
“should” is a strong word. ;) it begs the question: says who?
with you too, it seems evident that you feel your religion’s ways are “better” than the “competition’s” ways.
@mattbrowne provided a rule of thumb he goes by for differentiating between “quality” religious beliefs and “sub-quality” beliefs.
@Zaku said: “people choose the religious alignment that suits them best_ [but not necessarily the one that suits everyone best.]
pretty cool, Zaku! great criticism. :) I definitely have encountered people who advise others to consult their “religious leader,” without even asking what faith they believe in. these ones do seem to have the sense that any religion is good enough as long as you pick one and dive in deeply enough to find the practical truths hidden behind the dogma and rituals. some people are like this, however, I think most people aren’t so liberal about it. most people are pleasant and tactful and civil, yes, but they go about their religious activities with a confidence that they are doing exactly what is best, within their power, given what they know to be true. this seems too obvious to state, yet somehow it’s important