What Must We Do to Be Saved?: A Lecture (Classic Reprint)

Robert Green Ingersoll

ISBN 10: 0243300840 / ISBN 13: 9780243300846

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. This book embarks on a thought-provoking exploration of the foundations of orthodox Christianity, meticulously dissecting the New Testament and its interpretations. The author delves into the inconsistencies and contradictions within the gospels, questioning the authenticity of key passages concerning salvation by faith and the doctrine of the atonement. By scrutinizing the historical context and evolution of the Christian faith, the author challenges long-held beliefs about the nature of salvation, arguing for a morality-based understanding of religion rather than one rooted in miracles and dogma. The text delves into the disparity between the teachings of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, who emphasize acts of compassion and forgiveness as the path to salvation, and the Gospel of John, which introduces the concept of salvation through belief in Jesus Christ. This book boldly questions the church's role in shaping religious narratives and the impact of fear and superstition on human understanding of divinity. The author advocates for intellectual freedom and the courage to question established doctrines, contending that blind faith should not supersede reason and personal experience. By urging readers to embrace critical thinking and ethical conduct, this book encourages a reevaluation of traditional religious paradigms and a return to the core principles of kindness, honesty, and justice. The author's insightful analysis paves the way for a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of spirituality, reminding us that the true essence of religion lies in our actions and the positive impact we have on the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: What Must We Do to Be Saved?: A Lecture (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0243300840
• ISBN 13: 9780243300846
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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This book embarks on a thought-provoking exploration of the foundations of orthodox Christianity, meticulously dissecting the New Testament and its interpretations. The author delves into the inconsistencies and contradictions within the gospels, questioning the authenticity of key passages concerning salvation by faith and the doctrine of the atonement. By scrutinizing the historical context and evolution of the Christian faith, the author challenges long-held beliefs about the nature of salvation, arguing for a morality-based understanding of religion rather than one rooted in miracles and dogma. The text delves into the disparity between the teachings of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, who emphasize acts of compassion and forgiveness as the path to salvation, and the Gospel of John, which introduces the concept of salvation through belief in Jesus Christ. This book boldly questions the church's role in shaping religious narratives and the impact of fear and superstition on human understanding of divinity. The author advocates for intellectual freedom and the courage to question established doctrines, contending that blind faith should not supersede reason and personal experience. By urging readers to embrace critical thinking and ethical conduct, this book encourages a reevaluation of traditional religious paradigms and a return to the core principles of kindness, honesty, and justice. The author's insightful analysis paves the way for a more inclusive and compassionate understanding of spirituality, reminding us that the true essence of religion lies in our actions and the positive impact we have on the world around us.