Diversity Q & A
Does being religious make you a better person?
Sujato
It has certainly made me a better person but maybe I just wasn't very good to start with! My religion has made me more compassionate; I care more for others. It has also given me a way of seeing the world that has brought me a lot of peace. But I'm still very imperfect. Religion won't solve your problems for you. There are plenty of wonderful people in the world who have no religion; I admire them for their independence and courage.