Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery

Discover the unsettling truths behind America's ongoing legacy of dehumanization with the groundbreaking book, "Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery." This thought-provoking read has received rave reviews, including the prestigious ECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award and the American Society of Missiology Book Award.

Uncover the hidden roots of injustice that have plagued our nation for centuries. To become a more just society, we must delve into the causes that have shaped our culture and institutions. Authors Mark Charles and Soong-Chan Rah unravel the far-reaching effects of the "Doctrine of Discovery," a centuries-old doctrine that allowed Christian explorers to claim already inhabited lands. This institutionalized framework continues to justify American triumphalism, white supremacy, and ongoing injustices.

Challenge the dominant culture's idealization of a sanitized history of discovery, opportunity, expansion, and equality. "Unsettling Truths" sheds light on the traumatic experiences of minority communities, who have endured colonization, slavery, segregation, and dehumanization. By unsettling deeply entrenched beliefs, healing can finally begin.

Charles and Rah call upon our nation and churches to embark on a journey of truth-telling and accountability. Just as other nations have implemented truth and reconciliation commissions, it is time for us to confront our past injustices, expose them to the world, and pave the way for genuine conciliation and true community.

Are you ready to challenge the narratives that have shaped our history and work towards a more just and inclusive future? Grab your copy of "Unsettling Truths" today and join the movement towards a more equitable society.