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Indices, Historical and Rational, to a Revision of the Scriptures (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

David Newport

 
9780243944835: Indices, Historical and Rational, to a Revision of the Scriptures (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A thoughtful, historical look at faith, science, and scripture.

This nonfiction volume surveys how early ideas, religious movements, and modern inquiry shape our understanding of the Bible and spiritual truth. It grounds its discussion in the Quaker tradition while exploring a wide range of traditions and sources.

This edition presents a clear, plain-language argument for examining religious beliefs through reason and evidence. It connects historical questions about scripture, church history, and prophecy with contemporary questions about faith, freedom of thought, and the search for universal wisdom.
  • Examination of science’s impact on religious thought and why inquiry matters in matters of belief
  • Discussion of the Society of Friends and the idea of the Inner Light
  • Historical look at early Christian currents and competing views about Jesus
  • Questions about the Bible’s role as the Word of God and what it means to read sacred texts
Ideal for readers curious about religious history, rational critique, and how to approach faith with openness and clarity.

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