The Doubts of Infidels by William Nicholson
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"The Doubts of Infidels" by William Nicholson is a philosophical inquiry written in the early 19th century, which critically examines inconsistencies and contradictions in the Scriptures. The book, presented as a series of questions aimed at religious authorities, highlights troubling aspects of biblical narratives and the moral implications derived from them. In the text, the anonymous author lays out a multitude of provocative inquiries regarding scriptural accounts, questioning not only the historical
veracity of these events but also the moral integrity of the actions attributed to God and biblical figures such as David and Moses. Through a satirical and critical lens, the author probes issues such as the nature of miracles, the interpretation of creation and divine will, and instances of seemingly cruel judgments, revealing a deeper commentary on the nature of faith and reason. The work ultimately reflects the tension between emerging rationalist thought and traditional religious beliefs, as the author seeks reasoned clarifications from the Church to these profound doubts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Nicholson, William, 1753-1815 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Doubts of Infidels Or, Queries Relative to Scriptural Inconsistencies & Contradictions |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Christianity -- Controversial literature |
| Subject | Bible -- Criticism, interpretation, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40981 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2012 |
| Last Update | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 338 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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