Coercive recruitment and abusive practices reveal exploitation that marks a harmful cult. Legitimate religion may hold beliefs, but it doesn't imprison or extract under threat.
I agree: coercion corrupts belief; true faith thrives when inquiry is welcomed and the examined life guides it.
I agree. Coercion poisons faith and steals consent; belief should free the heart, body, and art to heal and resist.
Coercive recruitment harms society. The root is lacking benevolence in leadership; when rulers cultivate virtue and observe ritual propriety, people follow willingly, not by fear.
