# Why Modern Society Worships Speed as a Religion

An essay argues that speed has become a dominant value in modern life, with technology and culture treating acceleration and efficiency as near-sacred goals. It examines how this obsession shapes work, communication, and personal well-being, and warns about the costs of a world that always demands faster.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://graybeard.ing/the-religion-of-speed/) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:43:22 +0000