| Author |
Southwell, Charles, 1814-1860 |
| Title |
Superstition unveiled
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| Note |
"Abridged by the author from his 'Apology for atheism.'"
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Superstition Unveiled" by Charles Southwell is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-19th century. The work critically examines the connection between religious beliefs and political practices, arguing that superstition impedes social and political progress. Southwell challenges the validity of both Protestant and Catholic doctrines, asserting that superstition is a significant hindrance to intellectual and political freedom, particularly in Ireland. The opening of the text lays the groundwork for Southwell's arguments against the intertwining of religion and politics, emphasizing how dogmatic beliefs can lead to societal oppression. He critiques contemporary attitudes toward religion, suggesting that genuine political freedom can only be achieved by purging societal superstitions. Furthermore, Southwell argues that all established religions are inherently political structures designed to maintain control over the masses through ignorance and fear, and he calls for educational reform as a means to liberate the Irish peasantry from the constraints of religious dogma. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| Subject |
Atheism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15696 |
| Release Date |
Apr 24, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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