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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Why are some religions so violent?
<|assistant|>
Some religions become violent when their adherents interpret sacred texts literally or use those texts to justify their own prejudices and political agendas. These religions can also be fueled by cultural or tribal rivalries, leading to violent practices such as blood sacrifces or revenge killings. In certain cases, entire groups of people can be targeted based on their religious beliefs, leading to systematic persecution and conflict.