Finding America in Numbers

Finding America in Numbers

Michael J. Broyde / Reuven Travis

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Wipf and Stock Publishers
Año de edición:
2025
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Estructuras políticas: democracia
ISBN:
9798385233083
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The book of Numbers is more than an ancient chronicle--it is a profound exploration of leadership, justice, and the interplay between faith and freedom. While many wrestle with its depiction of an angry God, this fresh perspective reveals its ongoing relevance, especially for secular Americans. Numbers offers profound insights into the foundations of democracy, illustrating that true governance is rooted in process and procedure rather than outcomes. Witness Moses’s pivotal shift from ruler to visionary, as he lays the groundwork for systematic government built on the separation of powers--a concept that America’s founders later wove into the fabric of democracy itself. Engaging and thought provoking, this book uncovers the hidden connections between biblical wisdom and the ideals that shaped a nation. Numbers is not just a story of the past; it is a mirror reflecting the principles vital to our future.

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