The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 07 (of 12) by Robert Green Ingersoll

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Author Ingersoll, Robert Green, 1833-1899
Title The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 07 (of 12)
Dresden Edition—Discussions
Note Reading ease score: 68.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents My reviewers reviewed -- My Chicago Bible class -- To the Indianapolis clergy -- The Brooklyn divines -- The limitations of toleration -- A Christmas sermon -- Suicide of Judge Normile -- Is suicide a sin? -- Is avarice triumphant? -- A reply to the Cincinnati Gazette and Catholic Telegraph -- An interview on Chief Justice Comegys -- A reply to Rev. Drs. Thomas and Lorimer -- A reply to Rev. John Hall and Warner Van Norden -- A reply to the Rev. Dr. Plumb -- A reply to the New York clergy on superstition.
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Summary "The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 07" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a collection of discussions and lectures that delve into themes of intellectual liberty, ethics, and critiques of religious doctrines, written during the late 19th century. Ingersoll, often referred to as the "Great Agnostic," challenges various religious beliefs and social constructs, arguing for the equality of women, the rights of children, and the importance of free thought. This volume is part of a twelve-volume series reflecting Ingersoll's passionate advocacy for reason and progress. At the start of this volume, Ingersoll addresses his critics in a lecture delivered in San Francisco, defending his views on intellectual and physical liberty, and expounding on the rights of women and children. He argues against the coercive imposition of beliefs by religious authorities, positing that genuine belief cannot be enforced through threats or violence. Ingersoll reflects on past injustices justified by religious dogma, such as slavery and witch hunts, laying the groundwork for a broader critique of religious teachings that he believes undermine human dignity. His opening remarks set the tone for a reasoned engagement with topics that continue to resonate in discussions about ethics and the role of religion in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Free thought
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EBook-No. 38807
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Most Recently Updated Nov 16, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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