This applies to the Christian religion, as that's the one in which I was indoctrinated.
Centuries ago, the religious population denied evidence of the world's shape. They truly believed in the "four corners" mentioned throughout the bible. After awhile, the religion evolved to accept reality by defining the "four corners" as "not literal."
The religious also believed in a worldwide flood. After awhile, some accepted reality and call this "not literal."
Today, we see some within the religious sect fighting science again by denying evolution. I predict that, within decades, their religion will evolve once again to accept reality.
Where will the religion evolve next? Or will human's ability to think rationally increase to be immune to this religion? When people know more, will they still hold onto the religion by classifying everything as "not literal?"
I welcome input from theists and atheists alike. If an answer evades you, please resort to childish ad hominem.
2007-03-08
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