THE STRATEGIES OF THE MONOTHEISTIC RELIGIONS by Aaron Kahland Taking the big thr

THE STRATEGIES OF THE MONOTHEISTIC RELIGIONS

by Aaron Kahland

Taking the big three monotheistic religions, the peculiarities of them might be, in part, explained, by historical circumstances.

Judaism – is non-universalist and supremacist. This fits the nationalist / separatist Jewish desire to re-establish a Jewish Kingdom / liberate Jews from foreign domination. Its supremacism was an effective tool to delegitimize occupation.

Christianity – is universalist and non-supremacist. This fits the Roman/Byzantine need for unity amongst disparate peoples to consolidate / protect the empire from external threats. Its universalism was an effective means to pacify barbarian invaders.

Islam – is both universalist and supremacist. This reflects the Arab desire for internal unity needed for expansion / conquest or empire building. Its supremacism was effectively used to encourage expansion.

The religions reflect political necessity.

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Yes but why do we need those methods of organizing any longer … why don’t we need rule of law/natural law, monarchy/market govt, and a new church as political necessity?