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Originally posted by skywalker:
I think it is because they believe there is a better place than here on earth. That all that matters is the "life" that comes after they die. For the radical terrorist types, to die for their God will be their greatest achievement and reserves them a place in Heaven.
Mark
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I'm not sure how much I agree that this is the reason. Big part of it, perhaps, though.
Look at it this way: the manner in which you conduct your everyday life is an advertisement for your beliefs--be it in God, Allah, Buddha, or whatever. You retain a clear idea of what is 'right' and what is 'wrong' and strive to act accordingly. nOt only do you feel a personal satisfaction at having acted in a 'right' way, but your mind is assured that others perceive your actions as reflections of the Power and Glory of your god. Combine that concept with the belief that 'right' actions will assuredly result in a struggle-free after existance, and this is a very powerful incentive.
But, IMO, it is a combination of the satisfaction of having lived according to their beliefs as well as the promise of a cozy afterlife that entices.
Simplistically said, of course.
Garnet