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“Because religious training means credulity training, churches should not be surprised to find that so many of their congregations accept astrology as readily as theology, or a channeled Atlantean priest as readily as a biblical prophet.”

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Barbara G. Walker
Barbara G. Walker

Barbara G. Walker is an American author known for her research on feminism, mysticism, and folklore. Her works cover a wide range of topics from women's history to astrology, and have had a significant impact both in academic circles and among general readers. more

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