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The Formation, Diversification, and Extinction of World Religions

The Michael Shermer Show

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Evolution of Monotheism: From Atonism to Abrahamic Religions

Exploring the transition from early forms of monotheism like Atonism in Egypt to the rise of influential monotheistic belief systems like Zoroastrianism, before delving into the monotheistic foundations of Abrahamic religions. The chapter discusses the significance of major patriarchs like Noah, Abraham, and Moses, drawing comparisons between different religious narratives to trace the evolution of monotheistic beliefs.

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