Twenty-Five Village Sermons by Charles Kingsley
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"Twenty-Five Village Sermons" by Charles Kingsley is a collection of theological discussions written in the mid-19th century. The work addresses profound spiritual themes through the lens of everyday life and nature, focusing on the relationship between God, humanity, and the natural world. Kingsley, serving as rector and a canon, uses these sermons to express his belief in the divine presence manifest in God's creation, aiming to inspire faith and contemplation among his
listeners. At the start of the collection, Kingsley introduces the first sermon, "God's World," which draws from Psalm 104. He contrasts the perception of the natural world in ancient times with modern attitudes, emphasizing that the old Jewish view revered the beauty and divine nature of creation. He encourages readers to recognize the earth as God's creation and a reflection of His glory, urging them to see every aspect of nature as a testament to divine love and providence. The opening sermon sets the tone for the collection, engaging readers in a dialogue about spirituality that values both the divine and the material, fostering a deeper appreciation for God's works in the world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875 |
|---|---|
| Title | Twenty-Five Village Sermons |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1849 John W. Parker edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Church of England -- Sermons |
| Subject | Sermons, English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 7954 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-07954-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2014 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 558 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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