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This article explores the concept of divergent value systems and the potential risks of abandoning religion. It argues that while every society develops its own value system, secular values cannot fully replace traditional religious ethics. The article raises questions about whether different value systems can replace traditional systems of morality associated with religion and examines the definitions of values and the value system. It also discusses the relationship between values and society from the perspectives of Western and Islamic cultures, emphasizing the importance of understanding cultural and philosophical backgrounds when interpreting values. Additionally, the article provides an overview of the value systems in Eastern civilizations, focusing on Japan, China, and India, and highlights the historical and cultural influences on these value systems. It acknowledges the diversity within these societies and the ongoing challenges they face in reconciling different religions and cultures. The article concludes that a value system should complement traditional moral systems rather than replace them, and that religion provides an important basis for ethical behavior. [Extracted from the article]