| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Walker, Aaron, 1826- |
| Title |
The Christian Foundation, Or, Scientific and Religious Journal, May, 1880
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Summary |
"The Christian Foundation, Or, Scientific and Religious Journal, May, 1880" is a religious and scientific journal published in the late 19th century. This publication delves into various theological and philosophical discussions, particularly exploring themes of infidelity, the significance of the Old Covenant, and the relationship between religion and the American and French Revolutions. The journal serves as a platform for defending Christianity against skepticism and outlining the implications of infidelity on society and morality. The contents of this volume present a vigorous defense of Christian beliefs while critiquing infidelity, particularly through the lens of historical figures such as Thomas Paine. It discusses the biblical concept of covenants, emphasizing the importance of the Old Covenant while illustrating how it was superseded by the New Covenant through Christ. Through various articles, the publication argues that infidelity leads to societal decay by questioning the morality and benefits provided by religious teachings. Additionally, it recounts Paine's struggles and regrets in his final days as a prominent infidel, accentuating the lasting impact of faith on personal and societal values. Overall, the journal acts as both a theological examination and a counter to rising skepticism in the public sphere at that time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AP: General Works: Periodicals
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| Subject |
Religion and science -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
28297 |
| Release Date |
Mar 9, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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