Cycles of Civilization with Samo Burja and Rudyard Lynch

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Sep 15, 2024

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Rudyard Lynch

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Samo Burja

Samo Burja, host of Live Players, and Rudyard Lynch, host of History 102, dive deep into the unique characteristics of civilizations and their impact on history. They discuss how ancient societies like Babylon influence today’s tech-driven world. The conversation spans the contrasting worldviews of Abrahamic versus non-Abrahamic cultures, the evolution of literacy, and governance over time. They explore historical cycles of rise and fall in civilizations, drawing parallels to modern social issues, all while connecting past dynamics to contemporary ideological divides.

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Civilizational Differences

Societies differ greatly, even with similar tech levels.
Technological determinism has limits; agricultural societies share commonalities but also have unique characteristics.

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Abrahamic vs. Non-Abrahamic

Abrahamic religions share concepts like linear time and equality.
Non-Abrahamic societies often hold different views, like cyclical time or inherent inequality.

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Classical vs. Modern West

Classical civilization differs significantly from the modern West.
It wasn't individualistic, lacked the scientific method, and operated under different political philosophies.

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