How Christianity Shapes Our Morality: The purpose behind the book

Tom Holland discusses his journey from writing about the Roman Empire to exploring Christianity's influence on Western society. He reflects on his childhood interests in ancient history and how they shaped his views. Over time, he realized the moral and cultural evolution from ancient times to the present, leading him to conclude that Western society is deeply rooted in Christian values. His book traces this influence through history, offering a personal and objective exploration of Christianity's impact.

What was Tom Holland's initial perception of biblical stories compared to ancient empires?

• He was indifferent to both.

• He considered them less interesting.

• He thought they were equally interesting.

• He found them more fascinating.

What led Tom Holland to reevaluate his cultural and ethical origins?

• His discomfort with the callousness of ancient civilizations.

• His interest in biblical stories.

• His study of Greek mythology.

• His fascination with modern history.

According to Tom Holland, what has been a constant influence throughout Western history?

• Egyptian mythology

• Christianity

• Roman law

• Greek philosophy

How does Tom Holland describe the influence of Christianity on Western society?

• As a minor influence

• As a confessional belief system

• As a fundamental cultural matrix

• As an outdated tradition

What excites Tom Holland about his project on Christianity's influence?

• Exploring various historical periods

• Writing about modern technology

• Avoiding personal interests

• Focusing solely on ancient history

What does Tom Holland hope his book will achieve?

• To be a fictional narrative

• To be a deeply personal exploration

• To be a purely objective account

• To be a religious text

What personal interests does Tom Holland incorporate into his book?

• Dinosaurs and science

• Ancient mythology

• Modern art and music

• Political theories