(ZENIT News / Atlanta, 10.01.2024).
- In a provocative post on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, September 18, Elon Musk delved into the complex relationship between atheism, secular ideologies, and personal fulfillment. The tech billionaire, known for his sharp critiques on social issues, shared a self-written poem suggesting that secularism has left many people feeling empty and that religion, despite its flaws, might serve as a safeguard against despair. «Atheism left a void; secular religion filled the space; but left people in despair; hedonism without children and without care; maybe religion isn’t so bad; to stop you from being sad,» Musk wrote.
His remarks are particularly noteworthy given his recent admission that he is «not particularly religious,» though he identifies as «probably a cultural Christian.» Musk’s reference to «secular religion» encompasses contemporary ideologies that he believes are destructive and divisive, particularly those embraced by progressive movements. For Musk, this new form of «religion» manifests in left-wing and woke ideologies, which he often criticizes on his platform.
He has consistently taken aim at concepts such as anti-natalism, the movement to reduce human reproduction, and the politicization of identity, as well as policies related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), which Musk contends are harmful, especially to children. A recurring theme in Musk’s criticism is the link between secularism and declining bi.
