My Path to Atheism by Annie Besant

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Author Besant, Annie, 1847-1933
Title My Path to Atheism
Note Reading ease score: 55.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "My Path to Atheism" by Annie Besant is an introspective series of essays written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the author's journey from devout Christianity to atheism, reflecting on her experiences, doubts, and the intellectual evolution that led her to reject traditional religious beliefs. Besant explores critical theological issues, particularly focusing on Christian dogmas and the implications of Biblical texts that she believes contradict the concept of a divine being. At the start of the text, Besant outlines her gradual departure from Christianity, sharing pivotal moments that triggered her existential questioning. She reflects on the inconsistencies and contradictions within the Bible and discusses the pivotal role personal suffering played in challenging her faith, particularly during the illness of her daughter. The opening portion establishes her journey as one filled with introspection, critical inquiry, and a transition towards a broader understanding of spirituality that does not hinge on the acceptance of dogmatic religious beliefs. This framework sets the stage for her further examination of core Christian doctrines, which she intends to scrutinize through the lens of reason and personal experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Rationalism
Category Text
EBook-No. 37234
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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