The Apocalyptic texts of the bible appear when Babylon destroys Judea, and Rome declares open season on palestine.
Islam takes hold when Arabia has one too many babies and needs to expand.
Jesus appears when Rome goes from Republic to Empire.
Chirstianity is exclusively within the borders of Rome when Constintine decides to give Rome an identity through religon.
The Jews prove their tenacity time and time again (babylon, Rome, Hitler, Crusades) ensuring the survival of their heritage.
Blacks are sore over slavery yet subscribe to their master's religon (essentially proving religon is cultural/geographical).
Civilizations have risen and fallen based on good timing and luck.
The Ancient egyptians were much more dedicated to the Gods then modern day Christians are to Jesus.
The "right" religions come out of the most powerful nations (might making right)
Given these facts is what we believe the truth or merely the survived truth of the moment?
2007-01-01
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