Neo-Platonic Vs Hebraic Worldview

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The Neo-Platonic worldview differs from the Hebraic worldview in a plethora of many ways. While the Hebraic worldview claims that everything is made and comes from God, the Neo-Platonic worldview claims that God and “us” are separate and there is a distinct difference between us and God. Also, Neo-Platonic worldviews have limits on certain aspects in life while the Hebraic worldview does not. Hebraic worldview is open with sharing thoughts between God and others and says that life should be enjoyed since it is a gift from God. People that share this world view believe that everything evolves around God and every experience is also.

People overcame the anxiety of heaven by understanding that they will go and be with the Lord if they are

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