Gospels Of Yesterday - Robert Alexander Watson - Bog

Gospels of Yesterday: Drummond, Spencer, Arnold (1889) is a book written by Robert Alexander Watson. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and teachings of three influential Christian thinkers of the 19th century - Henry Drummond, Herbert Spencer, and Matthew Arnold. The author describes how each of these men contributed to the development of Christian thought and the impact of their ideas on the society of their time. The book begins with a brief introduction to each of the three men, providing readers with an overview of their background, education, and religious beliefs. The author then delves deeper into their individual philosophies, discussing their views on topics such as faith, morality, and the role of religion in society. The first section of the book focuses on Henry Drummond, a Scottish evangelist and writer who was known for his popular lectures on the nature of God and the Christian life. The author explores Drummond's ideas about love, the importance of personal relationships, and the role of science in understanding the world. The second section of the book examines the work of Herbert Spencer, a British philosopher and sociologist who was one of the most influential thinkers of his time. The author provides an overview of Spencer's philosophy of evolution and his views on the relationship between science and religion. The final section of the book focuses on Matthew Arnold, an English poet and cultural critic who was known for his critiques of Victorian society and his advocacy for a more rational and humane approach to religion. The author explores Arnold's ideas about the importance of culture and education, and his belief that religion should be based on reason and morality rather than blind faith. Overall, Gospels of Yesterday: Drummond, Spencer, Arnold (1889) provides readers with a fascinating look at the lives and ideas of three influential Christian thinkers of the 19th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christian thought and the impact of religion on society.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.