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Why John Lennon's ode to humanism still resonates

  • Written by: Phil Zuckerman, Professor of Sociology and Secular Studies, Pitzer College
Why John Lennon's ode to humanism still resonatesFifty years ago, did John Lennon tell us not to pray?Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

Fifty years ago, John Lennon released one of the most beautiful, inspirational and catchy pop anthems of the 20th century: “Imagine.”

Gentle and yet increasingly stirring as the song progresses, “Imagine” is unabashedly utopian and deeply...

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