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Ancient Religion and Modern Thought is a book written by William Samuel Lilly that explores the relationship between ancient religions and modern philosophical thought. The book is divided into three parts, each of which examines a different aspect of this relationship.In the first part, Lilly discusses the role of religion in ancient societies and how it influenced their beliefs and practices. He examines the religious beliefs of ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and how these beliefs shaped their understanding of the world around them.The second part of the book focuses on the impact of modern philosophical thought on religion. Lilly looks at the influence of thinkers such as Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche on religious beliefs and practices, and how these ideas have shaped modern religious thought.In the final part of the book, Lilly examines the relationship between religion and science. He discusses the conflict between religious beliefs and scientific discoveries, and how this conflict has influenced modern religious thought.Overall, Ancient Religion and Modern Thought is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between religion and philosophy throughout history. It provides a detailed analysis of how ancient religious beliefs have influenced modern thought, and how modern philosophical ideas have impacted religious beliefs and practices.1885. Lilly first examines the intellectual movement termed Modern Thought and asks if religious faith any longer possible? or has Modern Thought dealt it a fatal blow? He then turns his attention to John Henry Newman's spiritual history and how his experience, unlike that of Schopenhauer, has led him to believe in God. In the Third Chapter he reviews the great non-Christian systems in the world and then indicates their position in respect of Christianity. In the Fourth Chapter he studies the arguments for and against belief in Deity. Finally, in the Fifth Chapter he deals with the subject of immortality. Contents: The Foundation of the State; The Origin of the State; The End of the State; The Functions of the State; The Mechanism of the State; The Corruption of the State; and The Sanctions of the State. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162726410
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 398
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x21 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 531 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 11. december 2024
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Ancient Religion and Modern Thought is a book written by William Samuel Lilly that explores the relationship between ancient religions and modern philosophical thought. The book is divided into three parts, each of which examines a different aspect of this relationship.In the first part, Lilly discusses the role of religion in ancient societies and how it influenced their beliefs and practices. He examines the religious beliefs of ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, and how these beliefs shaped their understanding of the world around them.The second part of the book focuses on the impact of modern philosophical thought on religion. Lilly looks at the influence of thinkers such as Kant, Hegel, and Nietzsche on religious beliefs and practices, and how these ideas have shaped modern religious thought.In the final part of the book, Lilly examines the relationship between religion and science. He discusses the conflict between religious beliefs and scientific discoveries, and how this conflict has influenced modern religious thought.Overall, Ancient Religion and Modern Thought is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between religion and philosophy throughout history. It provides a detailed analysis of how ancient religious beliefs have influenced modern thought, and how modern philosophical ideas have impacted religious beliefs and practices.1885. Lilly first examines the intellectual movement termed Modern Thought and asks if religious faith any longer possible? or has Modern Thought dealt it a fatal blow? He then turns his attention to John Henry Newman's spiritual history and how his experience, unlike that of Schopenhauer, has led him to believe in God. In the Third Chapter he reviews the great non-Christian systems in the world and then indicates their position in respect of Christianity. In the Fourth Chapter he studies the arguments for and against belief in Deity. Finally, in the Fifth Chapter he deals with the subject of immortality. Contents: The Foundation of the State; The Origin of the State; The End of the State; The Functions of the State; The Mechanism of the State; The Corruption of the State; and The Sanctions of the State. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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