These are all ideas. They are the crux of idealism. They are not created by God but by our own ego. Infinity for example would never count itself as a jealous God. If you are infinite; then of what would you be jealous?
Ultimately, our reality is a pile of thought waves/vapors arising like steam (hot air?) from our brains.
Yes, "to bind together" can be defined as an assembly of like-minded people. This is nothing less that a grouping of human beings who are emitting primarily similar thought waves and vapors from their brains.
But is this religion? Somewhat, I would answer. Assembly with others is indeed a wonderful thing. So is making love. This too is an assembly and in my opinion is more religious than any church doctrine going.
Yet, assembly often leads to conformity, surrender to the almighty "norm". This is NOT what we need at this point. Conformity leads us to remaining in the status quo. We can't afford that at this time in our history. We need to step outside the box.
The question becomes whether religion should be defined as "an institutionalized congregation of like--minded folks." This would fit the epistemological roots of religion, which is "to bind together".
Yet, could there be more?!
For example, binding together could also entail making love, playing with a child, swimming or soaking up the sunshine. These too speak to a sense of connectivity and wholeness. And what is a sense of wholeness if not holiness?
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