The Positive Aspects of Christianity

[Agnosthiest]

This thread is dedicated towards the historic positive aspects of CHRISTIANITY.

Quote from religious texts and cite from religious traditions those teachings and practices which played a major role in the betterment of the society, specifically in terms of:

* Social relations.

* Economics

* Politics

* Ethics/Morality

* Arts & Science

Cite examples for each instances.

Take note that this all about reality…the actual translation from message to practice. So please no “IFS” and no theories. Just reality.

[Djinn]

Would "architecture" be a valid entry? Christianity has resulted in some of the most remarkable architecture in the world.

I'd also have to add "music" to the list. During the classical era, Christian leaders sponsored the works of some of the world's greatest musical composers.

[Agnosthiest]

Would "architecture" be a valid entry? Christianity has resulted in some of the most remarkable architecture in the world.

Only if you can prove that architecture is a necessary feature of christian holy traditions. I doubt it.

I'd also have to add "music" to the list. During the classical era, Christian leaders sponsored the works of some of the world's greatest musical composers.

Music classifies under "Art". It is indead a beautiful and highly beneficial aspect of Christian traditions. Probably the reason why so much music comes out of the christian culture. Many great musicians were church singers...like ELVIS!

[Djinn]

Only if you can prove that architecture is a necessary feature of christian holy traditions. I doubt it.

Necessary? No, not really. But like music, it was sponsored by Christian leaders. Why would music qualify, but not architecture?

[Agnosthiest]

Why would music qualify, but not architecture?

Because Music is honored in the book of Psalms, and music is an integral part of christian worship in every sect.

[Agnosthiest]

Why don't you start so we're not forced to rise to your trolling.

Ethics/Politics/Economics:

Jesus' teaching to give to ceasar what is ceasar's and to god what is god's, encouraged christians to support the separation of religion & state....which produced immeasurable benefits for the society and the world.