A handbook of Freethought : containing in condensed and systematized form…
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"A Handbook of Freethought" by W. S. Bell is a philosophical treatise that was likely written in the late 19th century, focusing on critiquing the superstitions inherent in Christianity. The book presents a systematic collection of arguments and evidence against the traditional narratives and doctrines of Christianity, aimed at encouraging a rational and skeptical approach to religious beliefs. Its content is structured to serve as a reference for individuals seeking to challenge
religious dogma and promote independent inquiry into matters of faith. The opening of the handbook sets the stage for a critical examination of the biblical creation account, starting with the assertion that the narrative, particularly the concept of creation from nothing, is fundamentally flawed. Bell questions the coherence of the Genesis descriptions and juxtaposes them with scientific understanding. He highlights contradictions within the biblical text and points to the evidence provided by geology and astronomy that contradicts a literal interpretation of the creation story. Through this analysis, the author advocates for the application of reason and critical thinking to religious texts, suggesting that doing so reveals the mythological nature of these traditional beliefs, ultimately framing faith as a barrier to knowledge rather than a pathway to it. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Bell, W. S. (William S.), 1832- |
|---|---|
| Title | A handbook of Freethought : containing in condensed and systematized form a vast amount of evidence against the superstitious doctrines of Christianity |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Free thought |
| Subject | Christianity -- Controversial literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45414 |
| Release Date | Apr 16, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 662 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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