A review by readwithshashank
Why I Am An Atheist: An Autobiographical Discourse by Bhagat Singh
reflective
fast-paced
3.5
It’s a short discourse by Shaheed Bhagat Singh about his atheist philosophy with supporting arguments. I agree with the overall concept that the concept of God helps people handle difficult situations where they need the additional mental support. I don’t however agree that believing in the Almighty is a sign of weakness, as is the interpretation in the book/ article. I fully agree on the need to be self reliant and believe in self, even in tough situations, yet I feel it’s ok to feel comfortable about an external power to guide, help and support. We could also believe in the support of a friend to stand by us in the times of need, only to find the person absent when most needed. I don’t think that makes the person believing in the friend weak; it’s actually the friend who’s weak.
I’m not very religious but I would just share the concept someone gave about Godmen (I’d let others decide on the applicability to God) - there might be something special about the people if they make their followers feel more comfortable, strong and happy. If a normal person can’t achieve that but they can, they deserve some credit for it.
I strongly believe that religion is a very personal choice and it’s not fair for me or anyone else to judge how others should behave. The only condition being that don’t misuse the religious angle to hurt others. As long as ‘live and let live’ is accepted, all types of people with different religious beliefs and atheists can happily co-exist.
I’m not very religious but I would just share the concept someone gave about Godmen (I’d let others decide on the applicability to God) - there might be something special about the people if they make their followers feel more comfortable, strong and happy. If a normal person can’t achieve that but they can, they deserve some credit for it.
I strongly believe that religion is a very personal choice and it’s not fair for me or anyone else to judge how others should behave. The only condition being that don’t misuse the religious angle to hurt others. As long as ‘live and let live’ is accepted, all types of people with different religious beliefs and atheists can happily co-exist.