[BroJoeK]

donmeaker: "In that sense, Christianity is now a pagan religion."

In no dictionary definition does "pagan" apply to Christianity -- indeed, the dictionary tells us the word was first used in the 14th Century, meaning it was coined by educated Christians to describe rural heathens.

So, if you wish to tell us that Christianity today is stronger amongst independent rural folks than among our more educated urban elites, then just say that.

Don't be calling people "pagans" when all you really mean is rural.
And don't be insulting us rural folks, pal.

[cowboyway]

In no dictionary definition does "pagan" apply to Christianity -- indeed, the dictionary tells us the word was first used in the 14th Century, meaning it was coined by educated Christians to describe rural heathens. So, if you wish to tell us that Christianity today is stronger amongst independent rural folks than among our more educated urban elites, then just say that. Don't be calling people "pagans" when all you really mean is rural. And don't be insulting us rural folks, pal.

Despite our differences on another subject, my hat is off to you for the above.

[donmeaker]

Since I am a pagan, I didn’t think it was an insult. Rather, I looked at it as a complement. If you think the complement is not justified, I will withdraw it for your case.