Quote by Kenneth Scott Latourette

Compared with the thousands of years in which human life has been on this planet, Christianity is a recent development.

Compared with the thousands of years in which human life has

Summary

This quote highlights the comparatively recent arrival of Christianity in the larger timeline of human history on Earth. It underscores that Christianity emerged within the last few thousand years, which is a relatively small fraction when considering the broader span of human existence. By emphasizing this temporal context, the quote urges individuals to consider the vastness of human history and reflect upon the impact and significance Christianity has had in relation to this extensive duration of human life on the planet.

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By Kenneth Scott Latourette

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