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Idols for Destruction: The Conflict of Christian Faith and American Culture Paperback – June 15, 1993

by Herbert Schlossberg (Author), Robert H. Bork (Preface), Charles Colson (Foreword)
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This analysis of current events examines the wrong beliefs America has held supreme―"idols" that are to blame for our nation's decay―and suggests how our culture can be healed.

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Herb Schlossberg (1935–2019) was a historian and served as a senior analyst in the Central Intelligence Agency. The author of several books, he lived with his wife in Alexandria, Virginia, and has three grown children and nine grandchildren.



Charles "Chuck" Wendell Colson (1931–2012) was an Evangelical Christian leader who founded Prison Fellowship and BreakPoint. Prior to his conversion to Christianity, he served as Special Counsel to President Richard Nixon from 1969 to 1973.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Crossway Books (June 15, 1993)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 366 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0891077383
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0891077381
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.23 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.94 x 9 inches
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HERBERT SCHLOSSBERG is a historian by training and contributes regularly to a variety of respected magazines. He has also served as a senior analyst in the Central Intelligence Agency. He authored the books Idols for Destruction and Called to Suffer, Called to Triumph and was coauthor of Freedom, Justice, and Hope and Turning Point: A Christian Worldview Declaration.

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KG
5.0 out of 5 stars Should be standard reading for Christians
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2016
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Mr. Schlossberg wrote an excellent (dare I say standard?) critique of Christianity and culture. The first thing I can say is that some chapters were harder for me to read. This will be a book I plan to re-read many, many times. The information and quotes provided are generous to say the least. Herbert actively engages with multiple authors and refers back to them at times. His handling of the idols of humanity was nothing short of genius. If you are looking for a book that shines light on the dark thought of non belief, and the slippery slope where it leads to, then you need to read this book. Allow me to be very forward. Buy this book and get equipped.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative!!
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Great read!!
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J-Rod
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024
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Perhaps the clearest thinking and communicating cultural critic of his time! He is helpful beyond words and certainly beyond his time. Tolle Lege!
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No King But Christ
5.0 out of 5 stars A five-time read
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2005
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I've read this book three times in the last five or six months and will read it again before the year is over. Why? The language is elevated and the concepts are deep. Multiple reads are the way to mine this treasure for all it is worth.

As for content, I concur with the observations made in the previous review entitled "Examine your preconceptions". Adding anything more would be redundant.

Update: I have read this book five times, refer to it frequently, and regularly use excerpts when teaching seminars and classes. My current economics students are reading chapter three, "Idols of Mammon". Parents have commented on how wise and perceptive their students are becoming as a result. I would love to use this book as the basis for an introductory college course.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Surprise!
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2013
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A great book addressing issues of vital interest.
And only one reading is not enough to absorb everything.
I recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars At least he takes a clear stand!
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2022
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The author may be criticized for oversimplifying complex issues like the economy. The criticism goes, "how could he criticize the government for interfering with the economy? It's so complex." Perhaps the answer to this somewhat simple-minded criticism is, "they shouldn't interfere because it's so complex. Fixing prices and mandating minimum wages are clumsy attempts to intrude into an extremely complex set of interactions in the market. Could the government please stick to catching and punishing those who seek to introduce fraud, theft and coercion into the market? Huh?
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Ned D Ferguson
5.0 out of 5 stars The right book for such a time as this.
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2021
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I wish every Christian would read this and take it to heart. The salt seems to have lost its savor and be content to let the world drift in chaotic nihilism that can only end in death. The modern church twists the command to love thy neighbor into obedience to the Godless state and the repetition of servile slogans. It substitutes the traditions of men for the commands of God. Yet, the Lord's remnant will always remain.
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Momma Bear
5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite book of all time.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2015
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This book is a tough read, but it is worth it. Schlossberg will blow your mind about the idolatry you never realized you surround yourself with in a well documented, deeply intellectual and spiritual way.
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