Noam Chomsky and New Items on eBay

More recently, I've been an advocate to question religious authority. I believe it prevents an individual from critically thinking and seeking wisdom integral to the growth of their well-being. This isn't to take away the positive reinforcement religious communities offer, but to perhaps realize the diminishing role religion has, as our society shapes into a more 21st century image. Growing up with a Catholic mother and Muslim father, I never understood the benefit of burying my youth for the sake of religion. Nor did they ever force me to, thankfully. Being taught common sense in right and wrong situations, respectfulness to others, listening to your parents and other "commandments" were all the "religion" I needed to know to become a responsible adult. Raised as a Catholic, church had no role in my upbringing.

Today, more than ever, the authorities on scripture are in danger of losing their followers. The research in science and technology is an appendage of humanity to deconstruct and analyze the greatest mysteries of the universe. With these advancements, it has become an obstacle for the grand masters of our age-old hegemonic orders of belief control.

Is the degradation of religion depriving a society or actually enhancing it? Critical thinking is fundamental to human existence. I've found 2 articles. One, an interview with Noam Comsky, a professor at MIT whose study of language has affected the philosophy of language and mind, and, a BBC interview with the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr. Rowan Williams that gives a bit of reflection.

RawStory - Chomsky: Humanity's Survival 'By No Means a Sure Thing'
BBC - Archbishop Sees Benefit in Split

I also would like to mention two new original drawings are up for auction on eBay. Click the links to see the artwork and what the bidding is starting at. The art is unframed but when framed will look great on your wall!

Embryonic

Promised Land