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338. TNE RECAPS: The Crusades Come to The White House

The New Evangelicals Podcast

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Religion and Authoritarianism

This chapter examines the criticisms of religion, particularly how certain religious figures may promote oppressive and authoritarian behaviors. It contrasts the potential good of religious teachings with their misapplication in societal contexts, while addressing the psychological grip these beliefs can have on followers and the need for a liberating interpretation of scripture.

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