Debunking New Age Movement
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Debunking New Age Movement
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Author : Samuel James
language : en
Publisher: Samuel Inbaraja S
Release Date : 2024-04-12
Debunking New Age Movement written by Samuel James and has been published by Samuel Inbaraja S this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-12 with Philosophy categories.
In recent decades, the New Age movement has gained significant traction, capturing the imaginations of millions with promises of spiritual enlightenment, holistic healing, and cosmic consciousness. What began as a countercultural phenomenon has evolved into a pervasive cultural force, permeating various aspects of contemporary spirituality, wellness, and self-help industries. Yet beneath the surface allure of New Age teachings lies a complex web of deception, distortion, and spiritual danger. In this comprehensive exploration, we embark on a journey to unmask the New Age movement, exposing its origins, beliefs, practices, and influence on modern culture. Drawing upon rigorous research, theological insight, and discerning analysis, we seek to illuminate the hidden dangers and pitfalls of New Age spirituality while offering a compelling alternative rooted in the timeless truths of Christian faith.
Debunking Tarot Cards A Christian Critique
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Author : Advanced Apologetics Research
language : en
Publisher: Dr. Samuel Inbaraja S
Release Date : 2024-09-25
Debunking Tarot Cards A Christian Critique written by Advanced Apologetics Research and has been published by Dr. Samuel Inbaraja S this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-09-25 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Debunking Tarot Cards: A Christian Critique In this book, Debunking Tarot Cards: Deception and Divination - The New Age Scam, we seek to unpack the many layers of misinformation and emotional entrapment surrounding the tarot. From its humble beginnings as a card game in the 15th century to its resurgence as a tool of the New Age movement, tarot cards have long been misused and misunderstood. Though some claim to use tarot as a form of entertainment or harmless guidance, the underlying implications of believing in such divination tools can have far-reaching psychological and spiritual consequences. Our journey begins by examining the role of tarot cards within the larger framework of divination. We'll explore the psychology behind why people are drawn to such practices, how confirmation bias plays into the readings, and why the allure of tarot continues to thrive despite its lack of real evidence. We'll also critically analyze case studies that demonstrate how tarot readings rely on cold reading techniques, guesswork, and the emotional vulnerability of the individual. This book will not only dismantle the myths and misconceptions surrounding tarot but also confront the more sinister elements: the commercialization of mysticism, the connection between tarot and occult practices, and the potential psychological and spiritual dangers that come with immersing oneself in such belief systems. We will offer a Christian perspective on divination, drawing on biblical teachings that highlight the risks of seeking guidance from false prophets and spiritual deceptions.
Debunking Secular Humanism A Christian Critique
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Author : Samuel James
language : en
Publisher: Dr. Samuel Inbaraja S
Release Date : 2024-08-14
Debunking Secular Humanism A Christian Critique written by Samuel James and has been published by Dr. Samuel Inbaraja S this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-08-14 with Religion categories.
Debunking Secular Humanism: A Comprehensive Christian Critique Discover the compelling truths behind the limitations of secular humanism with "Debunking Secular Humanism: A Comprehensive Christian Critique." This profound work, authored by Dr. Samuel James, a seasoned Christian Apologist and medical doctor, delves into the philosophical, ethical, and existential shortcomings of secular humanism. Dr. James systematically dismantles its foundational beliefs, revealing the internal contradictions, lack of moral grounding, and failure to offer objective meaning that secular humanism presents. "In the 21st century, the rise of secular humanism presents one of the most significant challenges for Christians, as it seeks to redefine moral and existential truths through a lens that often excludes God and Christian values. Learning to dismantle secular humanism is crucial because it directly conflicts with the core tenets of Christianity, such as the belief in absolute truth, divine purpose, and moral accountability to a higher power. As secular humanism continues to influence global culture, politics, and education, it threatens to erode the spiritual foundations upon which Christian ethics and worldview are built. For Christians, equipping themselves with the knowledge and tools to critically engage and dismantle secular humanism is not just about defending their faith; it's about preserving the integrity of the Gospel message and ensuring that future generations can discern and embrace the truth of Christianity in a world increasingly dominated by secular ideologies." - Dr. Samuel James, Author. Who Should Read This Book? Christians and religious scholars seeking a deep understanding of Christian critiques of secular ideologies. Theologians and academics exploring the interplay between religion and philosophy. Individuals questioning secular humanism or interested in a thorough analysis of its principles. What Will You Gain? Readers will gain a well-researched, theologically sound critique of secular humanism, equipping them with the knowledge to understand and confront its beliefs. This book also serves as a guide to exploring further resources on Christian apologetics, with a call to action encouraging readers to engage more deeply with these critical issues.
Apologetics Mission And New Religious Movements A Holistic Approach
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Author : Philip Johnson.
language : en
Publisher: Sacred Tribes Press
Release Date : 2010-07-11
Apologetics Mission And New Religious Movements A Holistic Approach written by Philip Johnson. and has been published by Sacred Tribes Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-11 with Religion categories.
"It is this search for balance, and his real desire to speak into living situations, that sets Johnson's work apart from earlier studies of cults and new religions. At the same time his work is innovative in other ways."
America S Crisis Of Values
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Author : Wayne E. Baker
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2006-07-23
America S Crisis Of Values written by Wayne E. Baker and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-07-23 with Social Science categories.
Is America bitterly divided? Has America lost its traditional values? Many politicians and religious leaders believe so, as do the majority of Americans, based on public opinion polls taken over the past several years. But is this crisis of values real? This book explores the moral terrain of America today, analyzing the widely held perception that the nation is in moral decline. It looks at the question from a variety of angles, examining traditional values, secular values, religious values, family values, economic values, and others. Using unique data from the World Values Surveys, the largest systematic attempt ever made to document attitudes, values, and beliefs around the world, this book systematically evaluates the perceived crisis of values by comparing America's values with those of over 60 other nations. The results are surprising. The evidence shows overwhelmingly that America has not lost its traditional values, that the nation compares favorably with most other societies, and that the culture war is largely a myth. The gap between reality and perception does not represent mass ignorance of the facts or an overblown moral panic, Baker contends. Rather, the widespread perception of a crisis of values is a real and legitimate interpretation of life in a society that is in the middle of a fundamental transformation and that contains growing cultural contradictions. Instead of posing a problem, the author argues, this crisis rhetoric serves the valuable social function of reminding us of what it means to be American. As such, it preserves the ideological foundation of the nation.
World Religions And Cults Volume 2
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Author : Bodie Hodge
language : en
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Release Date : 2016-05-01
World Religions And Cults Volume 2 written by Bodie Hodge and has been published by New Leaf Publishing Group this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-05-01 with Religion categories.
Recognize and refute the Far East false religions What do these religions teach and why? How can a Christian be an effective witness for Jesus Christ when presented with ideas that are so different from a biblical perspective? How can these religions be refuted and biblical authority be the standard? This eye-opening second volume deals with many Eastern religions like Hinduism, Taoism, New Age, Sikhism, Confucianism, Shinto, and Buddhism, as well as other pagan-based systems like Witchcraft, Voodoo, and Greek mythology (and many more)! This volume dives into these styles of religions and looks at their origins and their basic tenets as well as why they fall so short. Understanding the basic tenets of these religions helps the Bible believer see the flaws in these philosophies and discern how to be an effective witness for Jesus Christ while standing on the authority of the Bible.
Children Of The New Age
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Author : Steven Sutcliffe
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2003
Children Of The New Age written by Steven Sutcliffe and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
As the first true social history of New Age culture, this presents an unrivalled overview of the diverse varieties of New Age belief and practise from the 1930s to the present day.
Science In The New Age
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Author : David J. Hess
language : en
Publisher: Univ of Wisconsin Press
Release Date : 1993
Science In The New Age written by David J. Hess and has been published by Univ of Wisconsin Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Literary Criticism categories.
In Science in the New Age, David Hess explores ideologies of the paranormal in the United States. He offers a map of the labyrinth of views put forward by parapsychologists and skeptical debunkers, spirit channelers and crystal healers, Hollywood poltergeist scripts, and prophets of the New Age. Adopting a cultural perspective, Hess moves beyond the question of who is right or wrong to the cultural politics of how each group constructs its own boundaries of true and false knowledge. Hess begins by looking at each group's unique version of knowledge, science, and religion and at its story about the other groups. Comparing the various discourses, texts, writers, and groups as cultures, he shows how skeptics, parapsychologists, and New Agers may disagree vehemently with each other, but end up sharing many rhetorical strategies, metaphors, models, values, and cultural categories. Furthermore, he argues, their shared "paraculture" has a great deal in common with the larger culture of the United States. The dialogue on the paranormal, Hess concludes, has as much to do with gender, power, and cultural values as it does with spirits, extrasensory perception, and crystal healing.
Astrology And Popular Religion In The Modern West
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Author : Nicholas Campion
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2016-04-15
Astrology And Popular Religion In The Modern West written by Nicholas Campion and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-04-15 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
This book explores an area of contemporary religion, spirituality and popular culture which has not so far been investigated in depth, the phenomenon of astrology in the modern west. Locating modern astrology historically and sociologically in its religious, New Age and millenarian contexts, Nicholas Campion considers astrology's relation to modernity and draws on extensive fieldwork and interviews with leading modern astrologers to present an invaluable contribution to our understanding of the origins and nature of New Age ideology. This book challenges the notion that astrology is either 'marginal' or a feature of postmodernism. Concluding that astrology is more popular than the usual figures suggest, Campion argues that modern astrology is largely shaped by New Age thought, influenced by the European Millenarian tradition, that it can be seen as an heir to classical Gnosticism and is part of the vernacular religion of the modern west.
Jung And The New Age
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Author : David John Tacey
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2001
Jung And The New Age written by David John Tacey and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
David Tacey offers a theoretical and philosophical account of the New Age phenomenon and the archetypal imperatives that have brought it about.