Separating Tradition and Truth Claims in Religion

Many modern religious practices have roots in ancient pagan traditions, long predating Christianity and the Bible. The downfall of modern religion lies in its absolute truth claims, which clashed with the emergence of science, leading to discreditation. Monotheistic religions like Christianity suffered due to their insistence on absolute claims, which could not withstand scrutiny. The key mistake was linking belief in absolute truth with tradition, leading to the loss of both. By separating tradition from truth claims, it is possible to maintain traditional practices while exploring truth independently.