SKZB wrote: > Hmm. I respectfully disagree. The domain of Christianity, above all, has shrunk *considerably* since the middle ages. Even the Roman Catholic Church, among the most reactionary segments, has admitted the validity of evolution, and even confessed that Gallileo was right (though they have not yet given up on miricles, which have been described "God interrupting Himself). > Yes, the domain of the Church in world politics and the meddling with scientific discovery have dwindled, as well it should. But, you are equating "religion" with "God." Religion is the human response to the Divine; the rituals, institutions, trappings, holidays, prayers, etc. The Christian God is every bit as omniscient, omnipotent, etc. as always, thank you. Mia