Heaven and Hell -- Christian Civilization

Author: Mao Liya (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2002-04-01
Features:， creativity, the rapid social progress, and constant innovation that it has achieved. Throughout the long river of history, human society has advanced from the Stone Age to the era of e-commerce. The rapid development of science and technology after World War II, the widespread use of atomic energy, the invention and evolution of electronic computers, and the progress in space technology and biotechnology have led people in different countries and regions to create highly developed material and spiritual civilizations. At the same time, humans themselves have moved from ignorance and savagery to civilization, progressing from ancient civilizations to modern ones. The author adheres to the worldview and methodology of Marxist dialectical materialism and historical materialism, aiming to depict the 2,000-year evolution of Christian civilization from various perspectives. It highlights the essence of religion while also affirming the role of Christian civilization in the history of world civilization. This is undoubtedly of great practical significance for correctly understanding and addressing the relationship between politics and religion, ethnic relations, and international relations, maintaining world peace, and promoting cultural exchange between the East and the West. It is sincerely hoped that readers will engage in deeper reflection and wise judgment after finishing the book. The content of this book mainly includes the rise and spread of Christian civilization, the Christian Bible and its basic institutions, Christian holidays, rituals, and customs, Christian philosophy and theology, Christian literature, Christian visual arts, Christian musical arts, Christianity and education, Christianity and science, Christianity and law and ethics, Christianity and economics, and the contributions of Christianity to world civilization.