| Author |
Holbach, Paul Henri Thiry, baron d', 1723-1789 |
| Translator |
Johnson, W. M. (William Martin), 1771?-1797 |
| LoC No. |
39024775
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| Uniform Title |
Christianisme dévoilé. English
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| Title |
Christianity Unveiled
Being an Examination of the Principles and Effects of the Christian Religion
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christianity_Unveiled
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Christianity Unveiled" by Nicolas-Antoine Boulanger is a critical examination of Christian beliefs and practices written in the early 19th century. The work aims to dissect the principles and implications of Christianity, particularly its historical foundations, moral teachings, and societal impacts. The author presents Christianity as an amalgamation of ancient superstitions, suggesting it is rooted in irrationality and has been a source of conflict and tyranny throughout history. The opening of the text introduces the necessity for an inquiry into religion, particularly Christianity, urging readers to use reason and experience as their guides. Boulanger discusses how people often blindly adhere to religious beliefs without questioning their validity or origins, largely influenced by social norms and upbringing. He argues that such unexamined faith leads to societal oppression, ignorance, and moral confusion. Furthermore, Boulanger critiques the historical behavior of religious leaders and the resulting impact on both political governance and personal morality, foreshadowing the extensive critique he will elaborate throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| Subject |
Free thought
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| Subject |
Christianity -- Controversial literature
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| Subject |
Atheism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40770 |
| Release Date |
Sep 17, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 30, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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