The Higher Criticism - Softcover

Its Assumptions, Methods And Effects; A Sketch

 
9780243502233: The Higher Criticism

Synopsis

This book is an examination of how the Higher Criticism, a school of thought in Biblical studies, undermines the authority and inspiration of Scripture. It challenges the notion that the Hebrew Bible is a unified text, arguing instead that it is a collection of texts reflecting various historical and cultural contexts. The author contends that this approach diminishes the Bible's value as a source of divine revelation and leads to a loss of faith in its teachings. The book explores the assumptions, methods, and effects of Higher Criticism, offering a critique of its methodology and implications for Christian belief. It argues that the Higher Criticism's rejection of the Bible's authority undermines the foundations of faith and opens the door to a wide range of destructive ideas. The author emphasizes the importance of maintaining the Bible's authority as the infallible Word of God and warns against the dangers of embracing the Higher Criticism's skeptical approach.

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