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The Death of the Mythic God: The Rise of Evolutionary Spirituality
The Death of the Mythic God The Rise of Evolutionary Spirituality Author:Jim Marion "The Death of the Mythic God" explores the psychological and spiritual roots of the precipitous decline of the Christian church in America and throughout the world. Marion, a former monk, explains that the mythic worldview upon which the churchs beliefs are based is being swiftly dismantled by the findings of science. Marion asserts the Ch... more »urchs decline has led to a major spiritual crisis over the past decade, resulting in both and emptying of churches and a hardening of fundamental religious views. On a personal lever, "The Death of the Mythic God" looks at how this "crisis of faith" has affected the average church-goer. Marion contends that despite dwindling church attendance, the need and desire for an authentic spiritual experience is at an all-time high, leading many to explore spiritual belief and expression on their own, without an intermediary. By explaining the various levels of human consciousness and urging people to "go directly to God," Marion provides this new breed of seeker with a roadmap for navigating the post-religion future.« less