This does not teach us to think with empathy or feel our wrongs, but simply gives rules which can easily be broken. America has been compared to Japan, yet we are really very different. Japan has different rules, different logic, and different culture. We cannot compare that which has worked for them with that which will work for us. We are two entirely different cultures, which should not be compared and contrasted in that manner.
All religions have a record of providing a moral compass and dispensing wisdom to all people.
While all these fears may be justified, it is time to stop the silent prohibition of religion. The fears that children become bullies is all dependent upon the parents. Parents must unite and teach their children values while keeping open minds Perhaps we should look more towards the Ba hai faith. All major monotheistic religions are initially different paths to the same end and are therefore equals. Show love and compassion to all the world, live the best part of your religion, and have no fear.