The Works of the Rev. Jonathan Swift, D.D., Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin, Vol. 3 of 19: With Notes, Historical and Critical (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Jonathan Swift

 
9781527716599: The Works of the Rev. Jonathan Swift, D.D., Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin, Vol. 3 of 19: With Notes, Historical and Critical (Classic Reprint)

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In this study, the author presents an argument against the abolishment of Christianity within England and contends that such a drastic measure would be accompanied by unintended negative consequences. The author posits that abolishing Christianity would not only embolden freethinkers to challenge government authority but would also create a power vacuum that could be filled by other religions, such as popery. Beyond these concerns, the author argues that the absence of a unifying religious doctrine would lead to societal discord. Therefore, the author implores those in positions of power not to remove Christianity from its position as the state religion, lest all of England suffer the deleterious effects of its absence.

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