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6 Modern Myths About Christianity & Western Civilization
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When Did You Last Encounter A Myth? Maybe Watching A Movie, Touring A Museum Or Browsing The Scifi Section Of Your Local Bookstore? To Contemporary Men And Women, Myths Seem Mere Relics Of A Premodern Eralegendary Stories Of Capricious Gods, Heroic Deeds And Lost Cities. The Physical And Social Anxieties That Gave Rise To Myths Have Been Dealt With More Productively In Our Century By Science, Government And Art. Right? Not At All, Says Philip Sampson. In 6 Modern Myths He Shows That All Societies, Even Sophisticated And Skeptical Societies Like Ours, Nurture Myths That Distort Both Science And History To Further Cultural Goals. Such Myths Are Important Guides To A Society'S Understanding Of Itself. How Often Have You Heard The Story, For Example, Of Plucky Galileo, Armed Merely With A Telescope And Reason, Doing Battle With A Superstitious Church Only To Be Condemned As A Heretic And Harshly Imprisoned? Even Though Most Of The Facts Commonly Assumed To Be True About This Story Are Just Not So, The Romanticized Myth Of Galileo Boldly Marches Forward. Sampson Dispels This Myth And Five Othersthat The Rise Of Christianity Led To Ecological Crisis, That Missionaries Have Oppressed Native Peoples, That Darwin'S Evolutionary Ideas Were Embraced By Scientists But Vilified By Religious Leaders, That The Church Was Responsible For Persecution Of Witches, And That Christianity Teaches The Repression Of Bodily Pleasuresall Woven Nearly Inextricably Into The Fabric Of Christianity And Western Civilization. To Tease Apart Historical Fact From Cultural Fiction Sampson Tells Different Stories, Rich In Historical Detail, Fascinating Characters And Surprising Twists. 6 Modern Myths Offers You A Historical Tapestry That Unsettles Conventional Wisdom And Provides An Enlightening Look At The Complexities Of Truth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of '6 Modern Myths About Christianity & Western Civilization'? A: The main theme of the book is to explore and debunk six prevalent myths surrounding Christianity and Western civilization, revealing how these myths distort historical facts and influence cultural perceptions.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Philip J. Sampson, who presents a critical examination of commonly held beliefs about Christianity and its impact on society.
- Q: When was '6 Modern Myths About Christianity & Western Civilization' published? A: The book was published on January 11, 2001.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format, making it accessible for both reading and reference.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 197 pages.
- Q: What kind of myths does Philip Sampson address in the book? A: Sampson addresses myths related to figures like Galileo, the ecological impact of Christianity, the role of missionaries, and the church's involvement in witch hunts, among others.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study as it provides a well-researched analysis of historical events and cultural myths, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars alike.
- Q: What is the significance of debunking these myths? A: Debunking these myths is significant as it helps readers understand the complexities of truth in history and encourages critical thinking about cultural narratives.
- Q: Does the book include historical references? A: Yes, the book is rich in historical detail and includes references that support its arguments against commonly held myths.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in history, religion, cultural studies, and those seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between Christianity and Western civilization would benefit from this book.