Polytheism Before Monotheism

[Umer]

There are no references or proofs of such an ideology. In the light of evidence the most that can be said is that during a certain period in history polytheism gained more popularity, just like atheism is becoming popular these days.

[Daniyaa Khan]

But it’s not the proper answer I can give as a muslim In a gathering.

I want logical reference and explanation according to my religion and history etc. You can’t give this answer as a muslim to a non muslim. As you are saying by evidence that can be said is polytheism gained popularity it’s going to be in their favour they are going to justify thier view and asking me also and as a muslim I’m not feeling like just saying I have no proof what proof I have says your believe gained popularity is there nothing my religion, history or anything that support my view as well if history evidences support thier view right and in my opinion there are proof of polytheism then there should be evidences and proof that monotheism came first than polytheism.

[Umer]

Monotheism cannot be traced back through archaeological studies as there can be no remnants of monotherism (considering the nature of monotheism as it doesn’t leave traces the way polytheism leaves them). Polytheism on the other hand, leaves a lot of remnants to be found via archaeological studies (e.g. idols, sculptures, portraits and other polytheistic artefacts). And when such remnants are found, and none are found for monotheism, the theories of monotheism evolving from polytheism emerged. This is because of lack of proper understanding of monotheism.

For comments of Ghamidi Sahab, please refer to the video below from 21:53 to 26:01

https://youtu.be/zEO80jAY-bM?t=1313

[Daniyaa Khan]

Jazak Allah