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God is red
388 pages
A rigorous, philosophical challenge to Western religious paradigms that illuminates the enduring tenets of Native American spirituality.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like sitting in the lecture hall of a brilliant, uncompromising philosopher. The pace is steady and deliberate, demanding the reader's full intellectual engagement as it systematically dismantles the dominant paradigms of Western religion. The tone is authoritative and deeply critical, yet ultimately grounded in a profound respect for Indigenous spiritual traditions. It creates a mood that is both challenging and contemplative, asking readers to confront the societal failures of Christianity while offering a window into the foundational tenets of Native American beliefs. The prose is analytical and persuasive, reflecting the author's background in law and education. This is a vital, thought-provoking experience for anyone drawn to controversial literature, sociology, and the deep intersections of culture and spirituality.
- Mood
- contemplative
- challenging
- intellectual
- Tone
- critical
- authoritative
- philosophical
- persuasive
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- critique of Western religion · Indigenous spirituality · societal failure · philosophical inquiry
- The writing
- Analytical and persuasive, delivering complex philosophical and sociological arguments with the precision of a legal scholar.
- The arc
- Moves from a challenging critique of dominant religious structures to a grounded appreciation of Indigenous spiritual tenets.
- Who it's for
- Readers seeking a rigorous, thought-provoking critique of Christianity and a deeper understanding of Native American spiritual philosophies.
Content notes
- religious critique
- societal critique
About the book
Deloria, a prominent Native American educator, lawyer, and philosopher, has updated his classic work on native religion. In God is Red Deloria argues convincingly that Christianity has failed today's society, and describes basic tenets that underlie Native religions. His other works include Behind the Trail of Broken Treaties and Custer Died for Your Sins.
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