Uncritical Criticism (Classic Reprint): A Review of Professor W. Robertson Smith's Commission Speech - Couverture souple

James Sime

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330850343 ISBN 13 : 9781330850343

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Uncritical Criticism: A Review of Professor W. Robertson Smith's Commission Speech is a sharp, source-driven critique of a controversial scholarly speech. This edition examines how arguments are presented, challenged, and defended in the public debate over biblical history and interpretation.

In clear, accessible prose, the author weighs the strengths and flaws of the speech and its replies. It emphasizes the difference between careful criticism and misrepresentation, offering a measured look at how evidence is cited and used in scholarly debate. The work also compares the treatment of ancient sources with modern methods, highlighting what the reviewer sees as faults in logic, framing, and argumentation.

- Dives into what counts as accurate reasoning in historical criticism
- Compares the speech with the author’s critics and with standard scholarly standards
- Highlights issues of sourcing, translation, and interpretation
- Explains why some readers might find the argument persuasive while others see serious flaws

Ideal for readers who want a disciplined, watchdog-style examination of scholarly debate about biblical history and source criticism, this edition helps you see how arguments are built, challenged, and defended.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330850343
• ISBN 13: 9781330850343
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 55
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