Excerpt from The Secret of Christianity
His little book, it is. Easy to see, is one of very grand pretensions. It promises to show the essential difference between Christianity and all other relig'ions, - to describe the causes of that modern progress which has raised our life so far above that of antiquity. In a word, it claims to unfold the true philosophy of history.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This thought-provoking book unveils the powerful contrast between two ancient civilizations: India and Greece. The author argues that the distinctive trait of Indian civilization is its tendency to focus on the external world and the divine, leading to a suppression of human individuality and intellectual freedom. Conversely, Greek civilization is characterized by its inward focus, emphasizing the human spirit and the pursuit of knowledge. The book explores the historical development of these civilizations, tracing the evolution of their philosophies, social structures, and cultural norms. It examines how India's emphasis on the divine led to an elaborate system of idolatry, rigid social hierarchy, and intellectual stagnation, while Greece's humanist approach fostered advancements in philosophy, science, and the arts. This book offers a profound analysis of the contrasting impulses that shaped these two great civilizations, providing valuable insights into the fundamental nature of human societies and the dynamic interplay between the divine and the human. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282403591_0
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