Studies of Christianity; Or, Timely Thoughts for Religious Thinkers by Martineau
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| Author | Martineau, James, 1805-1900 |
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| Editor | Alger, William Rounseville, 1822-1905 |
| Title | Studies of Christianity; Or, Timely Thoughts for Religious Thinkers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introductory thoughts, from Mr. Martineau's writings -- Distinctive types of Christianity -- Christianity without priest and without ritual -- Inconsistency of the scheme of vicarious redemption -- Mediatorial religion -- Five points of Christian faith -- Creed and heresies of early Christianity -- The creed of Christendom -- The ethics of Christendom -- The restoration of belief -- One gospel in many dialects -- St. Paul and his modern students -- Sin: what it is, what it is not -- The duties of Christians in an age of controversy. |
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| Summary | "Studies of Christianity; Or, Timely Thoughts for Religious Thinkers" by James Martineau is a philosophical work that was likely written in the mid-19th century. The text comprises a collection of essays addressing various aspects of Christianity, aimed at providing insights for religious thinkers in a time of evolving theological discourse. The work fundamentally explores the moral and spiritual dimensions of Christianity, distinguishing it from dogmatic and ritualistic interpretations. At the start of the volume, Martineau's introduction emphasizes the importance of liberal thinking in the context of Christianity, advocating for an understanding of faith that is grounded in personal spiritual experiences rather than rigid doctrines. He discusses the historical evolution of religious thought and the necessity for a deeper, more individualized comprehension of Christian ethics. The introductory portion sets the stage for the following essays, which promise to delve into issues such as the nature of devotion, the relationship between faith and morality, and the tension between religious beliefs and scientific understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BR: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity |
| Subject | Christianity |
| Subject | Church history -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40387 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 1, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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