I mean, it started out as one man, then was passed on to twelve others, and has slowly evolved over the years to now include several major divisions (catholic, protestant) and several thousand, if not hundred thousand sub divisions, such as the 500 and some odd sects of Baptists. It's even grown to the point where its incorporated some traditionally pagan holidays as its own (christmas for example)
Just food for thought...
2007-10-26 17:08:10 · 9 answers · asked by Nate 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
It is cultural evolution and shows a family tree marked by differentiation, division, and extinction (e.g. Shakers).
2007-10-26 17:20:26 · answer #1 · answered by novangelis 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
While it does not say an exact date in the Bible, There are several logical arguments for Christmas being the day that it is. The Magi who traveled to meet him must have traveled all season to reach the newborn Christ, where Mary and Joseph were forced to take shelter in a stable (it must have been cold)
Plus the fact that Christians have been celebrating the same day since the beginning makes it a fait accompli. (it's already decided)
Because pagan festivals may inconsequentially be similar, the Nativity is one of the few Christian values that is very much unanimous in the western world
2007-10-27 00:20:19 · answer #2 · answered by great gig in the sky 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes.
Evolution of ideas is part of the evolution process in the humans.
2007-10-27 00:12:27 · answer #3 · answered by Lost. at. Sea. 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is the evolution of ideologies. Look up the term "meme" and you will get a lot of information on this theory.
2007-10-27 00:12:44 · answer #4 · answered by Lucky S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Evolution has no principles.
It is pure selection and chance.
Religion is the focus of one God spreading his influence throughout time.
2007-10-27 00:26:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I like this question too.
Go Leafs Go!
2007-10-27 00:11:00 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most Christians believe in micro-evolution, which is what that is.
2007-10-27 00:12:06 · answer #7 · answered by MJ 3 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Not hungry.
2007-10-27 00:10:39 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
LOL
2007-10-27 01:55:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋