Evolution and Syncretism of Religion: An Integral and Evolutionary World View - Couverture rigide

Vander Maas, Craig R

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0997238844 ISBN 13 : 9780997238846

Editeur : Integral Growth Publishing, 2017

Synopsis

Many people believe that religion began when God revealed himself to human beings at the time of their creation several thousand years ago. However, we now know that in fact the earth is 4.5 billion years old. With this knowledge in mind, how did religion begin and develop? In particular, how did Judaism and Christianity begin and evolve? This book explores the answers to these questions, particularly syncretism of religion, i.e. the merging and blending of religious ideas. Topics include paleolithic and neolithic religion, influences of Mesopotamia, Egypt and Persia on Judeo-Christian beliefs, "mystery religions", human sacrifice in Canaan, the axial age, and the origins of Yahweh.

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À propos de l?auteur

Dr. Craig Vander Maas is a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist who lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His areas of expertise include pain management, chemical dependency, neuropsychology, psychopharmacology, and spirituality. In addition to his work as a clinical psychologist, Vander Maas is an adjunct professor for Western Michigan University and Monmouth University. He has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology and master's degrees in counseling psychology, clinical psychology, and clinical psychopharmacology. Dr. Vander Maas is a passionate educator and a lifelong learner. His interests include a broad spectrum of topics, including spirituality, religion, theology, science, politics, and history. Through his writings, Dr. Vander Maas is committed to the integration of many disciplines. The goal of his book series "An Integral, Evolutionary World View" is to present the "big picture" of the universe and mankind and to promote spiritual development. He believes we grow spiritually through education and is passionate about the need for ongoing education throughout life. "Mankind developed very little in hundreds of thousands of years until the invention of writing, which revolutionized the world. This invention now enabled knowledge to accumulate. The amount of progress mankind has made in the span of just 5,000 years since this invention has been incredible!" Many futurists, including Vander Maas, "believe we are at the cusp of a spiritual revolution due in large part to the advent of the internet, which provides easy access to vast amounts of information. Never before have we had the ability to access and integrate so much knowledge from various cultures and disciplines, allowing mankind to more quickly evolve and bringing us closer to Jesus' goal of the 'kingdom of God'. Vander Maas is currently writing a series of books subtitled "An Integral, Evolutionary Worldview". The books are designed for both individuals and small group studies. Book 1 - Evolution of the Bible, Available Now Book 2 - Evolution and Syncretism of Religion, **Newly Released** Book 3 - Evolution of Morality and the Psychology of Evil, anticipated publication 2018 Book 4 - Evolution of the Universe and the Need for More Science in Religion, anticipated publication 2019 Book 5 - Evolution of Humanity and Developmental Psychology, anticipated publication 2020 Book 6 - Evolution of Church: Creating a Church for the 21st Century, anticipated publication 2021 Book 7 - Evolution: The Argument for God, anticipated publication 2022

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Integral Growth Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2017
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0997238844
• ISBN 13: 9780997238846
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 360
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible