@yesdachi

Agreed. Of course you have to teach morals and values to children. It would be shameful not to.

As a non-theist raised by theistic parents, all I'm really asking for is that parents don't force the religion on them. Allow them to choose, and teach what you believe. Just don't punish a child for not reading the Bible, for example.

I turned out OK and I respect my parents' differing religious views. I also view religious people more positively, having been raised by two fine ones. If my children were religious, it wouldn't bother me.

My whole point is the harmful aspects of ANY kind of ideology, be it religion or politics or philosophy, whatever. Don't be militant, extremist, or force bad views on children. Let people decide for themselves, and allow your children to explore your viewpoint without making it an obligation.

Isn't that a good compromise for all, religious or not?