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In this broad condemnation of multiculturalism, the author works to
uncover pernicious errors in the arguments of diversity's
proponents and to sound a warning against the dire consequences for
American culture if the tenets of political correctness are
incorporated into our social structure. Schmidt begins by exposing
multiculturalism, not as a movement aimed at expanding democratic
ideals, but rather as a crypto-Marxist political ideology that
seeks to import Marxist concepts into social and cultural
institutions. Subsequent chapters then illuminate a number of
dismaying trends: a tendency toward historical revisionism in
multiculturalist arguments, the sly linguistic maneuvering and
limits on speech that characterize political correctness, and the
dismantling of the traditional image of the family unit-the primary
building block of American society. Schmidt concludes with a
rousing admonition to expel from our midst the latter-day Trojan
horse that is multiculturalism. Casting a troubled glance over the
list of social ills plaguing America today-besieged inner cities,
divisive racial politics, diminishing educational standards, and
rampant divorce and illegitimacy-we have cause to wonder whether
the advocates of multiculturalism represent the solution or the
source of the problem. In this rousing condemnation of the
multiculturalist agenda, the author fixes an unflinching critical
gaze on the subtle deceptions and wrongheaded conclusions at work
in the arguments for cultural pluralism, moral relativism, and
political correctness. An exhaustive and damning account of
multiculturalism's wages and a compelling argument for the
importance of traditional American values make this book essential
reading for anyone concerned about our country's present plight and
future prospects.
"an entertaining and informative history of the place of fraternal
organizations in American culture. Recommended for academic and
larger public libraries." Library Journal
Western civilization is becoming increasingly pluralistic,
secularized, and biblically illiterate. Many people today have
little sense of how their lives have benefited from Christianity s
influence, often viewing the church with hostility or resentment.
How Christianity Changed the World is a topically arranged
Christian history for Christians and non- Christians. Grounded in
solid research and written in a popular style, this book is both a
helpful apologetic tool in talking with unbelievers and a source of
evidence for why Christianity deserves credit for many of the
humane, social, scientific, and cultural advances in the Western
world in the last two thousand years. Photographs, timelines, and
charts enhance each chapter. This edition features questions for
reflection and discussion for each chapter."
Up-to-date, well-documented, comprehensive coverage of cults,
sects, and world religions, from the historical to the contemporary
INCLUDES * Well-known groups and world religions, such as Jehovah s
Witnesses, Mormons, Islam, and Baha i * Groups with a significant
North American influence, including Santeria, Rastafarians, Haitian
Voodo, white supremacy groups, Wicca, and Satanism REVISED,
UPDATED, AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEW ENTRIES AND NEW INFORMATION *
Updated information on Islam and its global impact * New entries:
the Branch Davidians, Native American religions, Heaven s Gate, Aum
Supreme Truth, the Boston Movement, the Masonic Lodge, and many
others * Developments in the world of cults and the occult
Encyclopedic Dictionary of Cults, Sects, and World Religions is
arguably the most significant reference book on the subject to be
published. Formerly titled Dictionary of Cults, Sects, Religions,
and the Occult, it provides reliable information on the history and
beliefs of nearly every form of religion active today. This
extensively revised edition includes new topics, updated
information, and a brand-new format for a clearer, more organized
approach. The authors evaluate the beliefs and practices of each
group from the perspective of the Bible and the historic creeds of
the Christian church. You ll also find group histories, numerous
illustrations, charts, current statistics, websites,
bibliographies, and other useful information."
Weaving together evidence from sociolgy, anthropology, history, and
biblical studies, this book shows that patriarchal and hierarchial
views of gender arise from agrarian culture, along with images of
woman as unequal, inferior, unclean, and evil. . . . This book is a
valuable resource for theologically conservative Christians who are
trying to rethink the connenction between thoeology and gender.
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