The Automation of God: From Human Projection to Universal Conception

Throughout history, the concept of God has evolved from a purely human projection to a universal entity that significantly shaped human civilization. This transformation from primitive deities to a monotheistic figure has had profound impacts on religious practices, governance, and societal norms.

The Consequential Doctrine of Yahweh

The ultimate elevation of the storm and war deity Yahweh, worshipped as a national god in ancient Judah, to a monotheistic figure marked a pivotal moment in the trajectory of human history. Scholars have often described this transition as the merging of Athens and Jerusalem, a process that first defined the attributes of God and ultimately influenced the development of various religious and philosophical systems.

The Nazarene Tekton and the Universal Religion

The teachings of the Nazarene tekton, Jesus, played a crucial role in this convergence. As a figure who emphasized the imminence of the Kingdom of God, Jesus' message resonated with many urban dwellers in the Eastern Roman Empire, particularly the God-fearers affiliated with Jewish communities. His teachings led to the final formulation and transformation of monotheistic concepts, paving the way for a universal religion that could encompass all of humanity.

Mending the Conceptual Frame

Social movements, especially those unfolded by religious figures and leaders, have historically had the capacity to reshape human understanding. The Jesus Movement, after being reformulated and refined to some extent by Roman imperial elites, served to prime the Roman Empire (especially its Western part) with ideas that shaped the foundations of Western civilization.

The elevation of God's position in the human conceptual framework was mediated by the figure of Jesus, who over several centuries of theological debate was transformed from a messianic figure into the Son of God. This transformation brought with it the Hellenistic attributes of a deity, which shared both divine and human traits. This blend of attributes not only elevated human dignity but also shifted human views of governance towards more neutral legal systems.

The Trinitarian Vision and the Tracing of Human Dignity

The concept of the Trinity further refined God’s attributes, contributing to the elevation of human dignity for all people, not just for a select few. This view of God transformed human views of governance and contributed to the formation of states operating on the basis of neutral laws. The ultimate goal of discerning God's nature, particularly through philosophical perspectives, has led to the Enlightenment and the development of multifaceted technological and scientific civilizations.

Humanity's conception of an omnipotent and omnicompetent God established a template within which the relationship between God and human beings has been redefined and constantly renegotiated over the past two millennia.

In conclusion, the evolution of the concept of God from a human projection to a universal deity not only shaped religious systems but also profoundly influenced the course of human history, governance, and scientific progress. This journey from the human to the divine and back again showcases the dynamic interplay between human creativity and divine attributes in the development of civilization.