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Civilizational Differences

History 102 with WhatifAltHist's Rudyard Lynch and Austin Padgett

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Civilizational Contrasts: Abrahamic vs. Non-Abrahamic Societies

This chapter examines the key differences between Abrahamic civilizations and non-Abrahamic societies, particularly in their views on time, social hierarchy, and reality. It critiques the Western narrative linking ancient Greece and Rome to modern Western identity, while highlighting the complexities of civilizational evolution and literacy throughout history. Additionally, the chapter discusses the roles of various institutions in shaping societal progress and the historical context of literacy rates from the classical era to the Middle Ages.

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