Idolatries, Old And New - James Baldwin Brown - Bog

Idolatries, Old And New: Their Cause And Cure is a book written by James Baldwin Brown and published in 1867. The book explores the concept of idolatry, both in its traditional sense as the worship of physical idols, and in its more modern forms as the worship of money, power, and other material possessions. Brown argues that idolatry is a fundamental human tendency, and that it is the root cause of many of the problems that plague society, including greed, corruption, and social inequality.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of idolatry, tracing its origins in ancient cultures and religions and its evolution over time. The second part examines the various forms of modern idolatry, including the worship of money, fame, and power. Brown argues that these modern forms of idolatry are just as destructive as their ancient counterparts, and that they are responsible for many of the social and economic problems facing modern society.In the final part of the book, Brown offers a cure for idolatry, arguing that the only way to overcome this fundamental human tendency is through a spiritual transformation. He suggests that individuals must turn away from material possessions and focus instead on cultivating virtues such as humility, compassion, and selflessness. Only by doing so, he argues, can we hope to create a more just and equitable society.Overall, Idolatries, Old And New: Their Cause And Cure is a thought-provoking exploration of one of the most fundamental human tendencies, and a call to action for individuals to overcome their own idolatrous tendencies in order to create a better world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.