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How should we then live?
the rise and decline of Western thought and culture
Book • 1976
In this book, Francis A. Schaeffer examines the historical and philosophical developments in Western society from Ancient Rome to the 1970s.
He critiques the influences of the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and modern science, arguing that these movements have led to a decline in Christian values.
Schaeffer advocates for a return to a Christian foundation, emphasizing the importance of living by the Christian ethic and affirming the morals, values, and meaning of the Bible.
The book is divided into chapters that explore various periods and aspects of Western thought, including the Reformation, the Enlightenment, modern science, and modern art and culture.
He critiques the influences of the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and modern science, arguing that these movements have led to a decline in Christian values.
Schaeffer advocates for a return to a Christian foundation, emphasizing the importance of living by the Christian ethic and affirming the morals, values, and meaning of the Bible.
The book is divided into chapters that explore various periods and aspects of Western thought, including the Reformation, the Enlightenment, modern science, and modern art and culture.
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as a book that helped many people.

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as a thought-provoking book exploring Christian responsibility in society.


Mark Rushdoony

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as a prolific writer whose life and work exemplified persistence in faith.

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as a book that changed his life.


Doug Powell

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while discussing Francis Schaeffer's approach to ministry and fundraising.


John Piper

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