Dear eclectic Ji,

As I understand, religion is a path and nothing more. One path cannot be better than another. They are different because these are society specific, situation specific and reflect the human understanding of the time when the specific religion had evolved.

Religious people are humble, sense of superiority comes from Ahamkar (Proud); spiritual individuals are not afflicted by this attribute.
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/interfaith-dialogues/1425-philosphy-religion-can-one-passionate-about.html
Reference:: Sikh Philosophy Network http://www.sikhphilosophy.net/showthread.php?t=1425

Rituals have no meaning for 'The Sat' (the Creative Energy, Almighty). These are creation of priestly class.

This is my current understanding.

With love and respect for all.

Amarpal Singh