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Monastic Institutions; Their Origin, Progress, Nature, and Tendency - Softcover

Samuel Phillips Day

 
9780243260225: Monastic Institutions; Their Origin, Progress, Nature, and Tendency

Synopsis

This book delves into the origins, causes, and devastating effects of monasticism, an oppressive and inhumane system that has existed for centuries. The author traces its historical roots and examines the psychological and social forces that fostered its growth and persistence. Through a meticulous analysis of primary sources, the book uncovers the disturbing practices, extreme austerities, fanatical beliefs, and hierarchical structures that characterized monastic life. The author sheds light on the motivations and delusions that drove individuals to embrace this self-mortifying path. This book is a compelling and cautionary tale that exposes the dangers of religious extremism, the suppression of individuality, and the enduring impact of ancient beliefs and practices on contemporary society.

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