Dreams of Glory: The Sources of Apocalyptic Terror

ISBN-13: 9781032099859 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 166 str.

Richard K. Fenn

Opis

Islam, Judaism, and Christianity are engaged not in a 'clash of civilizations' but in a sectarian conflict among branches of a single civilization traditionally steeped in apocalyptic imagery and beliefs. Apocalypticism is a religious luxury that modern civilizations can no longer afford. Many would agree that the propagandists of the Christian Rig

Recenzje

'This is a very timely book. It touches a nerve. The issue of apocalyptic is dealt with in an immediately apparent way that links contemporary, biblical and other historical periods together in a way that displays the naturalness of apocalyptic within the human condition. 'It reads true'. The theme of hope and despair is also influential and well made and integrated into the apocalyptic spirit. I think many would not only enjoy this book but would almost find themselves awaiting its message.' Professor Douglas Davies, Department of Theology and Religions, Durham University, UK ’...Fenn’s work will attract readers seeking to understand ties between religion and terror...Recommended.’ Choice ’In this challenging and provocative book, Richard Fenn traces this pervasive influence of apocalyptic ideas on the contemporary American mindset, and on the global stage.’ Theology

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Dreams of Glory: The Sources of Apocalyptic Terror

O autorze

Richard K. Fenn is Professor of Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary, USA. His book The Return of the Primitive: a New Sociological Theory of Religion was published by Ashgate in 2001.