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 | How religions changed (and are changing) their teachings on slavery, and other topics |
Past Conflicts, Now Settled:
Ever since the time of the scientist Galileo, there have been continual battles between the dominant religion (Christianity) and persons who propose conflicting social, medical, scientific and other ideas.
| Human slavery: Slavery has been almost completely eliminated. However near-slavery is still a serious problem in some areas of the world. |
| Other conflicts which have been resolved |
Future topics which have not yet been fully engaged:
At any time over the past few centuries, there have been "hot" topics that are just emerging into public debate. Now is no exception.
| Transgendered persons -- Equal rights and protections for those who experience gender dysphoria. Their gender identity conflicts with their physical sex. This topic has surfaced into public view as a result of a federal law in the U.S. to end discrimination on the basis of both sexual orientation and gender identity. |
| Polygamy (a.k.a. plural marriage): Marriage is an amazingly flexible institution. It has taken many forms in various cultures and eras. It has not always been restricted to a contract between two spouses. |
Currently active religious conflicts:
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| Overlap and conflicts between science and religion |
| Religious hatred and other not-so-spiritual matters |
| "Cults" - (a.k.a. New Religious Movements) |
| Morality |
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