Thanks for your response.
First thought, Re: "As far as I know, most religions in the world prescribe how one should live his/her life.. It amounts to:
1) Do not covet what is not yours..
2) Help your fellow human beings..
3) Live a life of honesty and integrity.."
How about this one: Love and serve God. That's a big one for followers of Jesus. In fact, it's probably bigger than the three you mentioned.
Second thought:
The problem with basing redemption (i.e., "going to heaven") on being a "good person" is that everyone has faults. Unfortunately, we have all been (are?) spiteful or hurtful to others at times. Thus, the concept of redemption by works, or by just plain being good, always runs into the question of "How good must one be?"
I don't think there is anyone "good" enough to be saved (i.e., "go to heaven") based on his/her own works or attitudes.
Best wishes,
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