Let's Compare The Major Religions

"Most major religions have founders who are wrapped in layers and layers of obvious mythology—to the point that little of interest remains when the myths are peeled away. Christianity is far from unique when it comes to sketchy evidence about an ostensible founder who is now heralded as a prophet, god, or demi-god. For centuries—or even millennia—religious teachings have pointed to great individuals, prophets, demi-gods, or supernatural beings as the source of divine revelation. But looking closely at these claims can be rather like holding cotton candy in the rain."

Click on the link below for a fascinating expose of the mythical qualities of the major religions:

Buddha, Abraham, Jesus, and Muhammed: Larger-than-life historical figures or largely legends?

Mormonism

"When I started watching Under the Banner of Heaven, I honestly had no idea it was a: true crime and b: MORMON AS HELL. (I had just wanted to watch Andrew Garfield in a thing…) Well, if you were left a little confused by the Mormon lore in this true-crime thriller, have we got the show for you! Bryce Blankenagel and Shannon Grover help us understand this very… bizarre religious history. And Shannon has a personal connection to the real case!"

Click on the links below to better understand this purely American brand of Christianity. Unless you are Mormon yourself, you will be amazed how batshit crazy it is:

Under The Banner Of Heaven (Part 1)

Under The Banner Of Heaven (Part 2)

Youth Suicide Spike In Utah

While it is not conclusive, air quality, access to firearms and a Mormon anti-LGBT culture may be playing a role.

Youth Suicides in Utah Are on the Rise:  State officials aren’t sure exactly why, but there are several likely culprits — and targets for intervention.