*daylia* said: "Human beings need religion. "

I dunno...depends on who, and how broadly you define it. I think they need "reverence", which is not the same thing. I, personally have, I think, moved beyond needing "religion" per se, but I had better NOT outgrow my deep reverence for life, friends, music, knowlege (and the seeking of knowlege, and the freedom to have this discussion.