Originally Posted by DaddyHalbucks

Religion is a crutch, the "opiate of the masses."

It is also a clever lie. One of the biggest things it is used to mask is human mortality.

Death is one of the most painful human experiences, and the "everlasting life" promise of most religions helps to soothe adherents. Non-believers know it is just snake oil.

"Everlasting life" is probably the vainest thing about religion.