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God did not create evolution--evolution created God. The…

“God did not create evolution--evolution created God. The evolution of religion is as follows: animism--polytheism--monotheism--agnosticism--atheism. As history progresses, people worship fewer and fewer gods, and the one God becomes the incredible shrinking god. He shrinks and shrinks until he…” quote by G.M. Jackson
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““God did not create evolution--evolution created God. The evolution of religion is as follows: animism--polytheism--monotheism--agnosticism--atheism. As history progresses, people worship fewer and fewer gods, and the one God becomes the incredible shrinking god. He shrinks and shrinks until he becomes insignificant. More and more theists go about their business as if God isn't there. Some even become agnostics or atheists.””

G.M. Jackson

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Religious belief tends to simplify over time, moving from many deities to fewer or none.

In simple terms: Religion often evolves toward fewer gods.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the trend of belief simplification.

Themes

religion history philosophy secularism

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • academic study
  • personal belief
  • interfaith dialogue
  • education

Key Concepts

theology cultural evolution skepticism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you see this pattern in your culture?
  • What drives the shift toward fewer deities?
A Different Perspective

Simplification may overlook spiritual depth.

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