| Author |
Kingsley, Charles, 1819-1875 |
| Title |
Westminster Sermons
with a Preface
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the 1881 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"Westminster Sermons" by Charles Kingsley is a collection of sermons written in the late 19th century. This volume captures Kingsley's theological insights delivered primarily at prestigious locations such as Westminster Abbey. The sermons focus on the intersection of natural theology and the doctrines of the Church of England, aiming to establish harmony between scientific understanding and religious belief. At the start of "Westminster Sermons," Kingsley provides a preface that sets the stage for the discussions within the text. He emphasizes the importance of natural theology, the belief that one can learn about God's existence and nature through the study of the natural world. Kingsley critiques the historical separation between theology and science, arguing that a true understanding of God must incorporate what is revealed in nature. He articulates the belief that both science and scripture can coexist, asserting that comprehending the moral and spiritual truths of Christianity is essential for rational theological thought. His reflections establish a framework for approaching complex theological issues, particularly the nature of God and the moral implications of human existence in light of divine love and self-sacrifice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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| Subject |
Sermons, English -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18369 |
| Release Date |
May 10, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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