Religion and worldview of carders

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Carders’ religion and worldview is a complex and often contradictory aspect of their lives. Carding as a form of fraud and cybercrime conflicts with most religious and moral teachings that condemn stealing, cheating, and harming others. However, carders’ attitudes toward religion can vary greatly: from completely ignoring it to trying to justify their actions through faith or even using religion as a form of protection. Let’s take a closer look at this issue.

1. Carders' attitude to religion​

1.1 Ignoring religion​

• Many carders do not attach importance to religion:
  • They focus on material values and technology.
  • They perceive their activities as a “purely technical” task, minimizing moral aspects.
  • Religion is often considered outdated or irrelevant to the modern world.

1.2. Pragmatic Use of Religion​

• Some carders use religious ideas to justify their actions:
  • "God will forgive" is a common phrase among people who commit illegal acts.
  • "I take from the rich to help the poor" is an attempt to present himself as a "modern Robin Hood".
  • Using religious texts to interpret their activities as "punishing greedy corporations."

1.3. Seeking protection​

• In stressful situations (for example, when threatened with exposure), carders may turn to religion:
  • Prayers for protection.
  • Promises to change lives in exchange for safety.
  • Wearing religious symbols (crosses, rosaries, icons) as a way of calming down.

2. Carders' Worldview​

Carders' worldviews are often shaped by their environment, experiences, and personal beliefs. They can be broken down into several key aspects:

2.1 Technological determinism​

• Carders often perceive technology as a tool that can be used outside moral boundaries:
  • "It's just code, data and systems."
  • "I'm just using the system's capabilities."

2.2. Protest against the system​

• Many carders see themselves as "fighters against the system":
  • Confrontation with banks, corporations and government structures.
  • Perceiving one's activities as an act of protest against social injustice.

2.3. Gambling and addiction​

• For some carders, their activity becomes a form of gambling:
  • The euphoria of successfully bypassing security systems.
  • Addiction to adrenaline and money.

2.4. Rationalization of actions​

• Carders often justify their actions:
  • "The banks are already rich, they won't notice the loss."
  • "I don't cause real harm to people."
  • "It's a way to survive in a cruel world."

3. How does religion influence the worldview of carders?​

3.1 Conflict with Morality​

• Most religions condemn stealing and cheating:
  • Christianity: "You shall not steal" (Deuteronomy 5:19).
  • Islam: Prohibition of cheating and stealing (Quran, Surah 5:38).
  • Buddhism: non-harming others.
• This creates internal conflict for carders, especially if they were raised in a religious family.

3.2. Justification of actions​

• Some carders find ways to reconcile their activities with religion:
  • "I take from the rich, not from ordinary people."
  • "It's a way to survive in an unfair world."

3.3. Isolation from religion​

• Carders often avoid participation in religious communities:
  • Fear of condemnation.
  • Desire to remain anonymous.

4. Religious symbols in carding culture​

4.1 Using Symbols​

• Some carders use religious symbols to protect or demonstrate their faith:
  • Crosses, rosaries, icons.
  • Quotes from sacred texts on avatars or in signatures.

4.2. Romanticization of the image​

• On forums and in chats, carders sometimes discuss their views on religion:
  • Stories of "repentance" after arrest.
  • Tips for reconciling with God.

4.3. Contrasting the system​

• Some carders see themselves as "fighting the system," using religious metaphors:
  • "I'm like David versus Goliath."
  • "It is God's will to punish greedy bankers."

5. Examples of interaction between carders and religion​

5.1. Arrests and repentance​

• After being arrested, some carders turn to religion:
  • Admitting your mistakes.
  • Attempts to change life.

5.2. Religious leaders against carding​

• Many religious leaders actively speak out against fraud:
  • Sermons on honesty and justice.
  • Teaching parishioners the basics of financial security.

5.3. Religion as Justification​

• Some carders use religious ideas to justify their actions:
  • "God gave me a talent for technology."
  • "I'm just taking advantage of the opportunities that have been given to me."

6. Alternative: spiritual development​

If carders decide to change their lives, religion can be an important part of that process:

• Repentance and Forgiveness: Many religions offer the opportunity to start over.
• Social support: Religious communities can help with rehabilitation.
• New values: Transition from material goals to spiritual ones.

Conclusion​

Carders' religion and worldview is a mix of ignorance, justification, and protection seeking. Although their activities contradict basic religious principles, some carders try to reconcile their actions with their faith. However, the best way is to renounce illegal activities and use their skills for legitimate purposes.

Key Takeaway: Religion can be both a source of conflict and a path to recovery for carders. It is important to understand that spiritual development and honest living can bring more satisfaction than temporary material gains.