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Originally Posted by zeek
Denying that Christianity is a religion is an instance of exceptionalism. To admit that Christianity is a religion is to recognize that it has characteristics in common with other religions. The exceptionalist sees their ideology as absolutely unique. This is the way fanatics roll.
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It is unique in that Christianity is about following the person of Christ, and not doing many things or trying to work our way into heaven. That's why people like Bill O'Reilly say it is more a philosophy not a religion.