This reminds me of a lot of other very scary scenarios. But you're right. We all look for guidance and purpose, but this mindless behaviour can't be the right way. You can't say all religions are bad, I guess, because someone who converts to Buddhism and devotes the rest of their life to promoting peace and love is alright in my book. They would not call Christians pagans either, but the fundies would call them that in a heartbeat. Wasn't it you who posted that Youtube clip not too long ago? That was a Hindu 'priest' they were harrassing, wasn't it? It really made me feel embarrassed to watch it.