Gedanken über Religion by George John Romanes

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Author Romanes, George John, 1848-1894
Translator Dennert, Eberhard, 1861-1942
Uniform Title Thoughts on religion. German
Title Gedanken über Religion
Die religiöse Entwicklung eines Naturforschers vom Atheismus zum Christentum.
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Summary " Gedanken über Religion" by George John Romanes is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. The book explores the religious evolution of a scientist, illustrating Romanes' own journey from atheism to Christianity. It engages with significant theological and philosophical questions, particularly how recent advancements in natural sciences influence beliefs in a divine entity and the nature of faith. At the start of the book, the translator's foreword provides insight into the context of Romanes' life and thought, detailing the shifts in how scientists approached religion during a time dominated by Darwin's theories and materialistic philosophies. The introduction highlights Romanes' intellectual transition, showcasing his early works that reflected theistic beliefs and his critical examination of theism, which led to a period of skepticism. This opening sets the stage for Romanes' philosophical arguments on the relationship between science and religion, inviting readers to consider how one's scientific understanding can coexist with personal faith. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
Subject Religion and science
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EBook-No. 51208
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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