Introduction

“Religious freedom is the notion that people of religion can feel in the practices of the religion without opposition” (Brian).  Religious liberty refers to the ability to practice one’s faith without interference. It is also associated with the freedom of cognition and spending their life according to their rules and religious norms. Religion is generally identified with a specific system of worship that offers a transcendent deity, however, this is not always the case. “Religion is like a pair of shoes. Find one that fits you, but don’t make me wear your shoes” (Brain). Our society will not be free unless we can all practice our religions without fear of being hurt. Many people are unaware of the significance of religious liberty and where we have it. Religious liberty is crucial, and it is in danger. Religious liberty is a societal requirement since it affects both individuals and communities as a whole. Many people, for example, have a relationship with God that has grown to be the most significant component of their lives, therefore their religious beliefs enrich their values. And teaches kids how to be honest and responsible (Brian).

Discussion

Religious Freedom is eroding around the world.

Freedom of conscience is a fundamental human right that ensures that everyone’s conscience is protected. It allows us to think about, articulate, and react to our innermost beliefs. Freedom, on the other hand, is eroding around the world, even in the United States. Churches, religious organizations, and individuals face increasing limitations as they take part in the center of town, communicate their values, and help society. However, Church members and persons of goodwill can do a lot to help protect and enhance freedom of religion.

Religious Freedom Rules in a society

Religion has a significant impact on society. To have a positive influence, religious individuals and groups require active, social, and legal space to practice their religion. All lawful voices should be heard in the public realm. Both religious and secular perspectives should be heard. Religion encompasses both public and private expression on social and moral issues. Religious liberty precludes the majority culture from using the government’s power to impose its convictions on someone else (See Zubik). This protects everybody, religious and non-religious, from the government becoming too powerful to prescribe what people should think and do.

Impact of constrained religious freedom

Constrained religious freedom puts people out of work and prevents groups from providing critical social services to their communities. Religiously affiliated social care agencies and educational institutions frequently hold core ideas about marriage, family, and sexual activities. If they are forced to sacrifice their religious beliefs, it will severely limit their ability to serve their community. Individuals and organizations both benefit from religious liberty. When people establish a group, I believe they should not give up their beliefs or their rights. US Supreme Court recently ruled that the government could not force the Little Sisters of the Poor (a Catholic nuns’ order), Hobby Lobby stores, or faith-based institutions and universities to pay for abortion, including medications. And devices that are incompatible with their religious views (See Zubik).

No one should be forced to modify their religious beliefs.

Few things appeared more crucial to our forefathers than the separation of church and state. The first amendment guarantees that all Americans have the freedom to practice whatever religion they want and that the government will not favor one religion over another. Although the separation of church and state, as well as religious freedom, are firmly established in the United States Constitution. Recent events raise the question of whether this ideal is in danger of losing its status as an American standard. No one should be forced or persuaded to modify their religious beliefs by the government. Imposing some special religious concepts or activities on the whole society also goes against our country’s founding principles of freedom of conscience (John).

Conclusion

“The Supreme Court rejects the idea that the US government should compel any citizen to adopt an official belief in the West Virginia State Board of Education (John).” In a nutshell, I’ll conclude by stating that religious liberty is both a duty and a right. Religious liberty and civility are mutually dependent and create a mutual commitment based on each person’s inherent dignity. Religious groups and individuals have a responsibility to express their beliefs reasonably and courteously.

Work Cited

Brian J. Grim and Melissa E. Grim, “The Socio-economic Contribution of Religion to American Society: An Empirical Analysis,” Interdisciplinary Journal of Research on Religion, Vol. 12, Art. 3 (2016), http://faithcounts.com/report/

John Corvino, Ryan T. Anderson, and Sherif Girgis, “Debating Religious Liberty and Discrimination” (New York: Oxford University Press, 2017), p. 109.

See Zubik v. Burwell, 136 S. Ct. 1557 (2016); Burwell v. Hobby Lobby, 134 S. Ct. 2751 (2014).
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