| Author |
Fiske, John, 1842-1901 |
| Title |
Through Nature to God
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The mystery of evil -- The cosmic roots of love and self-sacrifice -- The everlasting reality of religion.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Louise Pattison and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Through Nature to God" by John Fiske is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The book explores the interplay between natural processes, human morality, and religious belief, articulating a framework that leads the reader from an understanding of nature towards the divine. Fiske's arguments delve into the themes of evolution, the origins of moral ideas, and the significance of religion, presenting a narrative that seeks to align scientific understanding with spiritual insights. At the start of the book, Fiske introduces the central theme of the mystery of evil, using biblical references to frame the discussion. He reflects on the human experience of sin and the philosophical dilemmas posed by the existence of evil in a world created by a benevolent God. Fiske raises questions about the purpose of suffering and how it contributes to moral development, arguing that a comprehension of good and evil is essential for humanity's progress towards higher moral states. This opening sets the stage for a deeper examination of the cosmic process and its ethical implications, ultimately positing that the evolution of moral consciousness is inherently linked to our understanding of the divine. (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 |
Natural theology
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| Subject |
Theism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34716 |
| Release Date |
Dec 22, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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