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Unsettling Truths
Unsettling Truths: The Ongoing, Dehumanizing Legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery | Soong-Chan Rah, Mark Charles
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You cannot discover lands already inhabited. In this prophetic blend of history, theology, and cultural commentary, Mark Charles and Soong-Chan Rah reveal the damaging effects of the "Doctrine of Discovery," which institutionalized American triumphalism and white supremacy. This book calls our nation and churches to a truth-telling that will expose past injustices and open the door to conciliation and true community.
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Mark Charles goes to a great length to expose the lies and myths mostly White Christian Americans use to shield themselves from the trauma of past atrocities committed by the government and their ancestors. Its a fascinating read. He focuses on the concept of the Doctrine of Discovery and how that was used to steal Native American lands. Furthermore, he explains the racist rationale on which it is based.