How Christianity Shapes Our Morality: The civilization crisis

The video explores the historical influence of Christianity and other cultural elements on global values, focusing on the abolition of slavery and the development of international law. It discusses how Western powers, particularly during the 19th century, sought to impose their values globally, leading to the integration of various cultural and religious frameworks into international law. The video also examines the post-WWII human rights movement and the current civilizational crisis as Western influence recedes.

Which ancient civilization is mentioned as a source of democratic ideas?

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Babylon

• Ancient Athens

• Ancient Egypt

What was the primary religious influence on the abolition of slavery in the 19th century?

• Catholicism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Protestantism

How did Muslim scholars justify the abolition of slavery?

• By citing ancient Greek philosophy

• By adopting a Protestant strategy

• By referencing Hindu scriptures

• By following Buddhist teachings

What concept was issued under the United Nations that fulfilled Christian universalist dreams?

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The Magna Carta

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Charter of Human Rights

What is a significant factor in the current civilizational crisis according to the transcript?

• The spread of new technologies

• The decline of ancient philosophies

• The retreat of Western power

• The rise of Eastern powers

What is the irony mentioned about the West's relationship with Christianity?

• The West is adopting Eastern philosophies

• The West is forced to rely on Christian resources

• The West is rejecting all religious influences

• The West is becoming more religious

What is the title of the book mentioned at the end of the transcript?

• The Decline of Empires

• The History of Christianity

• The Rise of the West

• Dominion: The Making of the Western Mind