In an era of rapid technological advancements, societies face the challenge of embracing the future while grappling with the loss of the familiar. Throughout history, there has been a natural human tendency to resist change, especially when it threatens established norms, comfort zones, and ways of life. This resistance is not new; it is deeply ingrained in human nature and can be traced back to ancient times. The biblical story of the Golden Calf is a powerful metaphor for this phenomenon—a syndrome that persists through the ages, manifesting itself in various forms, from the resistance of the Luddites to the skepticism of modern technology.

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The Golden Calf Syndrome

  • Sharon Gal-Or

摘要

In an era of rapid technological advancements, societies face the challenge of embracing the future while grappling with the loss of the familiar. Throughout history, there has been a natural human tendency to resist change, especially when it threatens established norms, comfort zones, and ways of life. This resistance is not new; it is deeply ingrained in human nature and can be traced back to ancient times. The biblical story of the Golden Calf is a powerful metaphor for this phenomenon—a syndrome that persists through the ages, manifesting itself in various forms, from the resistance of the Luddites to the skepticism of modern technology.