Well, if we're talking about the original meaning, as described by Richard Dawkins, then memes have been around since life began, since genes have been around for that long.
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If you mean the popular definition, then probably for as long human culture has existed. A lot it has been passed down orally, and certain notions are sure to stick with people more than others.
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The oldest meme that I'm aware of is Quetzalcoatl. Apparently, most of the evidence of the deity's existence is purely referential.
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Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.
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If you mean the popular definition, then probably for as long human culture has existed. A lot it has been passed down orally, and certain notions are sure to stick with people more than others.
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The oldest meme that I'm aware of is Quetzalcoatl. Apparently, most of the evidence of the deity's existence is purely referential.
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Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.