Ever heard the claim that secular Nordic countries prove atheism leads to better societies ? The reality is the opposite —these nations were historically Christian, and their tolerance, stability, and pluralism were shaped by centuries of Christian moral influence . 🚨 Contrast with Atheistically Influenced Regimes In the 20th century , state-imposed atheism led to some of the worst human rights atrocities in history : 🔴 Soviet Union (1917–1991) : 15–20 million deaths under Stalin’s purges, forced famines, and gulags. 🔴 Communist China (1949–present) : 30–45 million deaths from Mao’s Great Leap Forward and Cultural Revolution. 🔴 Cambodia (Khmer Rouge, 1975–1979) : 2 million people executed in an attempt to create an atheist utopia. 🔴 North Korea (1948–present) : Religious persecution and concentration camps still exist today. ✅ Christian-Influenced Secularism Compare this to Christian-influenced secular societies in the Nordics, U.S., U.K., and Western Europe ,...
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