Scripture texts illustrated by general literature by Francis Jacox
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About this eBook
| Author | Jacox, Francis, 1825-1897 |
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| Title | Scripture texts illustrated by general literature |
| Alternate Title | Secular annotations on scripture texts |
| Original Publication | United States: Thomas Nelson & Sons, 1871. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Tim Lindell, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Summary | "Scripture Texts Illustrated by General Literature" by Rev. Francis Jacox is a collection of annotations and reflections on biblical scripture using general literature and references, likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of morality, sin, and the human condition, drawing from various literary sources to illustrate the messages found in Scripture. The beginning of the text introduces a discussion on the concept of collective guilt through the example of Achan's transgression in the Bible, suggesting that one individual's sin may affect the whole community. Jacox eloquently connects this theme with reflections from literature and philosophy, examining how moral misdeeds resonate through time and society, implicating others in their consequences. The text encourages deep contemplation on the interconnectedness of human actions and the enduring impact of one's behavior on others, emphasizing the idea that no one sins in isolation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BV: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Practical theology, Worship |
| Subject | Homiletical illustrations |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70412 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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