Fables of Infidelity and Facts of Faith by Robert Patterson

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Author Patterson, Robert, 1829-1885
Title Fables of Infidelity and Facts of Faith
Being an Examination of the Evidences of Infidelity
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Summary "Fables of Infidelity and Facts of Faith" by Robert Patterson is an examination of the evidences against infidelity written in the late 19th century. The work critically addresses the arguments of atheism and challenges various scientific theories, such as evolution, asserting that belief in a Creator and the Bible is vital for moral and intellectual life. Patterson presents a passionate defense of Christianity, arguing for the rational basis of faith and emphasizing the importance of a divine designer behind the universe. The opening of the text introduces the author's objective of countering the claims of infidelity, especially the notion that the world and life emerged without a divine creator. Patterson uses logical reasoning and an exploration of natural phenomena, such as the complexity of the human eye, to illustrate the necessity of a designer. He interrogates atheistic assertions about the eternal nature of matter and challenges the idea that the universe could be self-created, setting the stage for a broader critique of contemporary scientific theories and their perceived moral implications. The text aims to establish that disbelief not only lacks a solid foundation but also fails to provide satisfactory answers to existential questions, positioning faith as an essential component of a meaningful life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BT: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Doctrinal theology, God, Christology
Subject Religion and science
Subject Pantheism
Subject Apologetics -- History -- 19th century
Subject Atheism -- Controversial literature
Subject Rationalism -- Controversial literature
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EBook-No. 19566
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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