“A belief in hell is the only one, among numerous metaphysical beliefs, which has always seemed to me to be entirely certain.”
— Aldous Huxley
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Imagine somebody always behaves well because they believe in a place where bad people are punished after they die. This place of punishment is called hell. The idea here is that the fear of ending up in a terrible place keeps people in check more than other beliefs about the afterlife or the universe. For instance, in many cultures, the belief in hell has encouraged individuals to follow rules and be kind to others, so they avoid this dreadful fate. A person who cheats on a test might think twice if they truly believe that being dishonest could lead them to hell. This belief acts like a strong warning sign, convincing people to act morally and responsibly in their everyday lives.
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