Oh so that's the problem with some religions...

If I was Tiger Woods and my religion was Buddhism, I probably would have followed the same course of action as he did. Why? Because according to him, as spoken during a press conference this morning, his religion teaches him

"that craving for things outside ourselves causes an unhappy and pointless search for security."

What in the world does that even mean?? It is no wonder he struggled with moral decisions and holding back the watershed of temptation. You'd think Siddhartha Guatama might come out with something a bit more specific to help his followers. Other than hurting the feelings of his wife and losing sponsor contracts, I'm not sure I believe he understands why his actions were wrong, particularly in terms of the religious.

Thankfully, I am not Tiger and not a follower of such a vague religion with such vague and incoherent tenants. As a Mormon, I don't have such esoteric phrases to debate with in my mind. In Tiger's mind, during moments of temptation, it was Tiger vs. Buddhist theology, and Tiger beat it hands down. In my mind, during moments of temptation, I just don't stand a chance against my devout Mormon faith. Try as I might, I can't get past the impenetrable nose guard of Mormon theology. In addition to Biblical laws, we also have the Book of Mormon and D&C stating quite clearly:

"Thou shalt not commit adultery; and he that committeth adultery, and repenteth not, shall be cast out. But he that has committed adultery and repents with all his heart, and forsaketh it, and doeth it no more, thou shalt forgive."

If I could beat that one, I'd be going into law. It is not when our instinct fails that we need religion; it is when instinct kicks in that we need religion most, and when that religion can't deliver, I begin to question its source and authenticity. Otherwise, what is religion for? When a religion ceases to help mankind, it ceases to be a religion and becomes merely a hobby. I'm grateful for the specificity of my religion and the guidance it offers me in order to live a happy life.