So of course a holiday based on Christianity and/or shopping would fade away as humans looked toward the stars.
But as is often the case, the actual execution ofStar Trekdiffers wildly from Roddenberrys intentions.
Does Starfleet Know Its Christmas Time at All?
It urges inhabitants to stay inside of it by giving them their greatest desires.
There areTrekstories that have included more sympathetic views of religion.
One of the best demonstrations of the franchises complex feelings about religion involves Neelix, of all people.
TheVoyagerseason four episode Mortal Coil (more Shakespeare!)
revolves around the Talaxian holiday Prixin, during which family gathered to share food and strengthen their bonds.
The experience shocks Neelix and forces him to question his religion.
But back on the Enterprise, Uhura corrects their mistake.
The rebels dont worship the sun they worship the Son, that is the Son of God, Jesus.
