This important and timely book examines the clash between faith and reason in our time. Sam Harris provides a historical overview of the human tendency to set aside reason in favor of religious beliefs, even when they lead to harmful behavior and serious crimes.
He emphasizes that in a world with weapons of mass destruction, we cannot tolerate religious visions that place one true god above another. Harris argues that a moderate attitude toward religion is insufficient and blinds us to the dangers of fundamentalist thinking.
Additionally, he warns of the influence of organized religion on world politics. Using new insights from neuroscience and philosophy, he explores spirituality as a biological need that can contribute to solving world problems from a secular humanist perspective.
Language: Dutch
Suitable for: education, self-study, and work
Intertaal is your reliable supplier and guarantees fast delivery of this valuable learning tool.