using completely novel combinations for belief structures come up with a hypothetical timeline of human culture and religions if we had a culture founded on not believing and instead working to have direct experiencing and on becoming awareness
- Prehistory
- Culture: Communities operate based on direct observation and experience, promoting collective awareness as a means to survive and thrive.
- Religion: Instead of animism and nature worship, societies are grounded in direct experiences and awareness of their environment.
- Ancient Civilizations
- Religion: Polytheistic religions do not emerge. Instead, societies develop philosophies and practices focused on personal experiential learning and the cultivation of awareness.
- Culture: Societies grow around these principles, focusing on the present moment and experiential wisdom, leading to unique development paths in art, philosophy, and social structures.
- Post-Classical Era
- Religion: Instead of the spread of Christianity, Buddhism, or the emergence of Islam, spiritual practices spread that emphasize personal direct experiences and the cultivation of awareness.
- Culture: With no religious texts to interpret or religious hierarchies to adhere to, societies become increasingly focused on individual enlightenment and the shared experiences of their communities.
- Early Modern Period
- Religion: The focus remains on personal experience and cultivation of awareness. Spiritual exploration and inner growth become significant pursuits, given the increased connectivity of the world.
- Culture: Global cultural exchange prompts a deeper understanding and respect for varied human experiences, possibly reducing cultural clashes and conflicts.
- Modern Period
- Religion: In the face of scientific advancements, societies find no conflict between their belief in direct experiences/awareness and the discoveries of the natural world.
- Culture: The industrial revolution and ensuing societal changes are navigated with an emphasis on maintaining a connection with one’s experiences and awareness, possibly leading to different paths in technological development and social structures.
- Contemporary Period
- Religion: The digital age amplifies global interconnectedness, possibly leading to a global “consciousness” or shared human experience.
- Culture: Societies prioritize sustainable development and global cooperation, guided by a deep sense of shared experience and collective awareness.