A Reply to Dr. Lightfoot's Essays, by the Author of "Supernatural religion"
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"A Reply to Dr. Lightfoot's Essays" by Walter R. Cassels is a critical rebuttal written in the late 19th century. In this work, the author engages with the writings of Dr. Lightfoot, addressing the defense of Christian orthodoxy and the authenticity of the Gospels presented in Lightfoot's essays. The book provides a detailed analysis of various theological arguments, particularly focusing on the narratives surrounding supposed miraculous events in Christianity. The opening of
the text sets the stage for a vigorous intellectual confrontation as Cassels acknowledges Lightfoot's recovery and his decision to republish his essays. Cassels critiques the adversarial tone of Lightfoot's defenses, arguing that they lack substantive engagement with the primary thesis of his earlier work, "Supernatural Religion." He emphasizes that Lightfoot's critiques often hinge on minor details rather than addressing the fundamental question of evidence for miracles and divine revelation. Additionally, Cassels presents an overview of the historical context surrounding early Christian writings, asserting that Lightfoot's arguments do not hold up against the scrutiny of more critical perspectives on scriptural authenticity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cassels, Walter Richard, 1826-1907 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Reply to Dr. Lightfoot's Essays, by the Author of "Supernatural religion" |
| Credits | Produced by David Ross and Freethought Archives |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Miracles |
| Subject | Fathers of the church |
| Subject | Lightfoot, Joseph Barber, 1828-1889. Essays on the work entitled Supernatural religion |
| Subject | Bible. New Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13433 |
| Release Date | Sep 11, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 418 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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