Religion (Classic Reprint): A Revelation and a Rule of Life - Couverture souple

William Kirkus

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331243874 ISBN 13 : 9781331243878

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book delves into the role of revelation in religion, arguing that divine revelations are a necessary condition for a genuine faith. The author explores the historical development of religious revelations, from the primary and universal revelation of God in conscience to the specific revelations given to prophets and other chosen individuals. The book examines the preservation and dissemination of these revelations in written records and religious institutions, focusing on the example of the Israelites and the Christian religion. It discusses the significance of sacrice and the doctrine of the effects of the sins of the fathers on their children as examples of the gradual, progressive, and harmonious nature of divine revelation. The book concludes by emphasizing the importance of revelation for understanding our relationship with God, our moral obligations, and our spiritual perfection, positioning revelation as the foundation upon which we can build a genuine and lasting religious experience.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331243874
• ISBN 13: 9781331243878
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 389
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