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Religion

Martin Eden

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6. Throughout history, civilizations have embraced religion

Reply to edhopper (Original post)

Sun May 19, 2024, 10:51 AM

May 2024

The longevity of a particular religion can be directly related to the longevity of the civilization.

Survivability likely has more to do with multiple factors unrelated to religion.

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Christainity's longevity as an argument for it's veracity [View all] edhopper May 2024 OP

Elohim forever though? czarjak May 2024 #1

"God has no religion." Mahatma Gandhi 🙏 anciano May 2024 #2

It's a child compared to Hinduism Zoroastrianism and Judaism. bullimiami May 2024 #3

The longevity of a religion has to do with its relationship with political powers. Ocelot II May 2024 #4

Religion is a package deal unblock May 2024 #5

Throughout history, civilizations have embraced religion Martin Eden May 2024 #6

Does it adapt to changes in its environment? multigraincracker May 2024 #8

Many factors of course, and religion can play a role IF Martin Eden May 2024 #11

I always ask if these religions are so timeless and sacred, why aren't they? It hasn't stayed the same Christianity brewens May 2024 #7

Evil has existed since humans came into being. Irish_Dem May 2024 #9

to achieve longevity a huge dose of fear comes in handy. you're scum unless you join us nt msongs May 2024 #10