Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by spook:
Thanks to all who commented, really appreciated and really needed! I know this photo wasn't as interesting as I would have liked, but my first "subject" really didn't work so I settled for this one as a representation of what darkness means to me (and no, not everyone has to agree with me on this point). I just bought a Canon EOS-20D and this was my first submission so hopefully I'll get better, practise makes perfect an all that!

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by ergo:
yep, it is.

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by cornettcag:
I don't completely agree with your title/statement but I do like the image nevertheless.

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by Flotsam:
Curious... did you feel it necessary to insult all believers just to fit challenge theme or are you just an opportunist?

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by rjourneay:
I couldn't agree more...

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by leonardj:
A poor selection for a title. I'm sure you will get many comments.

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by jpochard:

Technically, I see a few issues. Pretty evident haloing around the steeple and cross. It seems the picture quality is a bit low, with the steeple and cross not being very clearly edged and just a general lack of detail. I like the composition, although I might have preferred the cross at a slightly more "straight on" angle.

As far as the message of the photo , [climbing up on soapbox] There certainly is a side to "religion" that can be considered dark. It does seem like Christianity takes a lot of abuse...as you don't see the icons, holy items or sacred words of other religions singled out as often for negativity.... and if it does happen there's usually an uproar about being non tolerant of other faiths. A lot of good has been done in the name of religion as well. Anytime you get folks feeling very strongly one way or another about an issue, you will see extremes in actions as well. Even Jesus pointed out how dangerous it is to focus on the "doing" of religion, vs. actually living a life of faith. [stepping down from soapbox]

I would not have used this message, but I understand it. Although I am a Christian, be assured that I have not lowered your score because of it.

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by skai:
The title of this picture sounds very destructive

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by JunieMoon:
I don't agree, but to each his own. I thought the picture needed more subject or perhaps it could have been cropped a bit more.

Religion - one of the most destructive forces in the world
by spook

Comment by mihaibadic:
agreed on that one. good pic too.