The age of ignorance commenced with the Christian system.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author claims that the Christian system initiated an era of widespread ignorance.
- In plain terms
- He says Christianity started a period of ignorance.
- What can you take from it?
- Institutional doctrines can hinder intellectual progress.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What factors contributed to perceived ignorance?
- Can religion also foster knowledge?
Another view
The statement generalizes a diverse tradition.
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