The state of the dead and the destiny of the wicked by Uriah Smith
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"The State of the Dead and the Destiny of the Wicked" by Uriah Smith is a theological treatise written in the late 19th century. The book addresses critical questions about death, the nature of human existence, and the fate of the wicked, arguing that only the Bible can provide clear answers to these significant inquiries. Uriah Smith explores contemporary debates surrounding these themes, particularly in response to the rise of spiritualism and
changing theological views during his time. The opening of the book presents a preface that sets forth the author’s intentions and the urgency of the subject matter. Smith discusses the need for a comprehensive and biblical understanding of what happens after death, emphasizing that human nature's mystery raises profound questions about life, existence, and morality. He contrasts popular beliefs about immortality with biblical teachings, establishing a foundation for his arguments that challenge the notion of the soul's inherent immortality and the eternal suffering of the wicked, thereby framing a vital discussion for his readers about the consequences of spiritual beliefs and interpretations across cultures and eras. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Uriah, 1832-1903 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 46035257 |
| Title | The state of the dead and the destiny of the wicked |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, MFR, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology |
| Subject | Seventh-Day Adventists -- Doctrinal and controversial works |
| Subject | Intermediate state |
| Subject | Annihilationism |
| Subject | Death -- Biblical teaching |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54373 |
| Release Date | Mar 22, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 549 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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