Why is it that Western Europe society, once the cradle of Christendom is now almost completely secular?

Question

While the former European colonies, most notably Southern Africa and USA are now very religious.

Ironic?

Answer 1

Western Europe is very multi cultural, we have been invaded so many times, and have been influenced bu so many cultures and religions. Both in the here and now and throught history that we now see all the hypocracies and strengths of them all.

I am in Britain and know of very few "religios" peopl. Most people I know are atheist, and anyone who goes to church is seen a bit "odd".

I think we just wised up to the fact that nobody could possibly have all the answers and there must be an element of MYTH within all.

Modern times and science have pretty much concluded the same things.

Answer 2

Because many of the religious fanatics left Europe to settle in the colonies. In the era of colonialism governments were growing more afraid of radical religions, because these religions may cause unrest and bring down the government. So they made them illegal and kicked the worshippers out, leaving the more moderate worshipers, who later found it easier to abandon their religions.

Answer 3

Part of the Divine Plan. One Source, One Planet, One People with just some minor DNA modification.

Answer 4

I imagine that going through two world wars in quick succession will do something like that. Another war is the last thing they want, and I imagine they've learned a lot about the value of life.

Answer 5

It's because we're (Europeans) are smarter and now realize we where wrong whilst the colonies without guidance haven't worked it out yet. Say no to jesus

Answer 6

definite. there is not some thing incorrect at the same time as consenting adults have sex or do drugs. that's what you get interior a loose u . s .. Its not good for little ones, tho, yet that's what you get at the same time as there is undesirable parenting in a rustic that's 80% Christian.

Answer 7

Because the real history of Christianity has crusted the stones of Europe with enough blood to make them sick of it.

Answer 8

because Europeans had the church controlling their lives for a longer time the European colonies did, so now, they're sick of it.

Answer 9

The USA is now very slowly starting to make the turn.

Answer 10

Alright, so we're behind the times... geez, you gotta give us some time. We're just now figuring out that Saddam didn't have a damn thing to do with 911.

*wink*