“Religious bondage shackles and debilitates the mind and unfits it for every noble enterprise. ”
— James Madison
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Religious rules and restrictions can limit and weaken a person's thinking. This can make it hard for them to take on ambitious, important tasks. For example, if someone is taught that they must follow very strict beliefs without questioning them, they might not be able to think creatively or solve problems in new ways. Imagine a child who is very curious but is always told not to ask questions; over time, the child might stop exploring new ideas. In the same way, strict religious control can stop people from doing great things because they are afraid of going against their beliefs. To live a full life and achieve big goals, it's important to have the freedom to think independently and explore different ideas.
