About Quote by Kenneth Scott Latourette
“We must, however, note that what are usually called the high religions made their appearance within about twenty-five hundred years - most of them within fifteen hundred years.”
About This Quote
Observes that major world religions emerged relatively recently in human history, within a span of 1500‑2500 years.
In simple terms: Religions are a recent phenomenon.
Key Takeaway
Religious traditions are historically recent.
Themes
historical timeline
religious development
cultural evolution
anthropology
chronology
Mood
curious
analytical
reflective
Type
historical observation
analytical statement
When to use this quote
- studying ancient societies
- comparing religious origins
- analyzing cultural shifts
- educational curricula
- historical documentaries
Key Concepts
emergence
cultural diffusion
social cohesion
spiritual narratives
Practical Applications
- contextualizing religious influence
- informing comparative religion courses
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors contributed to the rapid rise of these religions?
- How does this timeline affect our perception of religious authority?
