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Civilizational Differences

"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg

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Diverging Civilizational Landscapes

This chapter examines the vast differences between civilizations, focusing on technological determinism and historical parallels among agricultural societies. It critiques the linear perceptions of time and values that dominate Western thought, contrasting them with non-Abrahamic cultural perspectives. Additionally, the chapter explores the intricate historical narrative of Western civilization, emphasizing the diverse influences that shaped its evolution and the complexities surrounding literacy in classical societies.

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