Think about the four religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, and Christianity. What belief do all four religions have in common? What role do these religions play in the lives of people today?

They all believe in "good people" and "bad people" and that being good will benefit either oneself and or the outer community. Today these religions are still widely used, they're allowing humans to express their free will to choose whatever course of life they choose. They play the role of judgment of character and soul not physical.