Humanist and secular alternatives to religion Books

This book provides a comprehensive overview and defense of the Unitarian faith, arguing for the rejection of the doctrine of the Trinity and the understanding of Jesus as a human teacher and prophet.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

The prevailing attitude in today's society is that all living things, our world and the universe was created and is under control of an omnipotent God. Civilizations from simple tribal groups to mighty nation, ancient to modern have worshipped...

Jaslene Dela Cruz breaks Filipino stereotypes as she is not a straight A student, is not religious, and cannot sing. Her mother hates her views and tries to change her to be more like Jaslene's older sister, Amalia, but Jaslene's rebellious personality...

Religion: fact, or fiction? The chronicle of Creation, or the ramblings of a madman? If you’ve ever wondered what it’s all about but can’t bring yourself to actually read a bible, then this book is for you!With irreverent...

The novel traces the religious and intellectual awakening of young Stephen Dedalus, a fictional alter ego of Joyce and an allusion to Daedalus, the consummate craftsman of Greek mythology. Stephen questions and rebels against the Catholic...

At the suggestion of a personal counselor, the author penned a review of the Judeo-Christian Bible in 2017. Research was undertaken at that time with the intention of uncovering biblical deception and scriptural incoherency. In conjunction with a...

Born-Again Losers: How to Win by Losing! If you’re discouraged by the direction your life is taking, you’re not alone. Born-Again Losers doesn’t shy away from discussing the expectations, challenges and disappointments of life or with the ministry. In...

'Writers on... Atheism' provides the ultimate literary definition of atheism. It contains a vast array of atheism quotes, arguments for and against this 'new religion', as well as a history of atheism. A fascinating look into the links...

Positive humanism is an applied secular humanistic philosophy based on the scientific findings of positive psychology that focuses on personal, professional, and societal flourishing. As an applied philosophy its focus is on ideas that lead to increased...

DID YOU KNOW THAT OUR GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES ARE PERFECTLY IN LINE WITH THE EVENTS DESCRIBED IN THE BOOK OF REVELATION THAT USHER IN THE ANTICHRIST?All of bible prophecy has been fulfilled for the antichrist to come to power.However, there are 3 world...

Defining Life in Him, through Him, and because of Him!Have you been in denial about your lifestyle? If so, it's time to come clean and get real! In From Homosexuality to Christ, the author shares his personal struggles with homosexuality and how he...

An Atheist's Handbook describes the "Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How" of the author's transition from religious believer to religious nonbeliever in a logical, philosophical, and easy-to-read fashion. It should be required reading for everyone who...

The author parallels her spiritual maturity away from evangelical fanaticism with that of the volcano worshipping Hebrew children and uncovers a shocking connection to America's theology based culture wars.

An insightful analysis of the intellectual and social roots of contemporary atheism, probing the motives and arguments of its leading proponents and offering a Christian counterpoint based on reason, evidence, and faith.This work has been selected by...

Unitarian Thought is a classic work of religious philosophy. Ephraim Emerton explores the history and tenets of Unitarianism, and provides a thoughtful analysis of its place in the broader tradition of Christianity. This book is a must-read for anyone...

In this inspiring and informative collection, readers will discover the life and philosophy of Rev. John Bates, a prominent figure in 19th century Unitarianism. With a mixture of memoirs, sermons, essays, and addresses, this book offers a comprehensive...

Charles Hartshorne's considerable writings have been influential in contem­ 1 porary religious and philosophical thought. Not only is he regarded as the leading living representative of process thought as well as a much...

Religious beliefs and institutions continue to be the cause of many problems around the world. Over the last 100,00+ years humankind has gone through three different phases in trying to understand and explain how things came to be: The Magical, The...

This book summarizes the author's personal philosophy and conception of reality based on the latest scientific evidence. It explains the strengths and the weaknesses of the religious and scientific worldviews and comes up with an alternative view based...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Walter Benjamin, Religion, and Aesthetics is an innovative and creative attempt to unsettle and reconceive the key concepts of religious studies through a reading with, and against, Walter Benjamin. Constructing what he calls an "allegorical aesthetics,"...

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New edition with bonus chapter detailing practical applications.Scientific evidence and personal experience tell us that sincere, engaging personal relationships are essential for health and happiness. Yet, little is said about how we might actively...

The people of Visryan, a global theocratic superpower, lead lives unencumbered by the fear of death. Vexrus, the deity ruling over them, offers a simple deal to his followers: serve the state in your earthly life, and be rewarded in the next. One's...

Explore the Ancient Origins of Christianity"Orthodox Christians recognize him as a god, Unitarians as a man, and Rationalists as a myth," wrote John G. Jackson about the central figure of one of the world's great religions. A Pan-African scholar, Jackson...

Excerpts from the book: .it is one aim of this book to press home the point that the logical issue is between Theism and Atheism. That there is no logical halting place between the two, and that any attempt to call a halt is little more than a concession...

Lloyd Geering forces us to respond to, rethink, and reinterpret Christian origins, institutions, and beliefs. He demands that we begin from a position of informed knowledge that includes a central engagement with science, religion, and scholarship...

How Does an Atheist Respond to the Question, What Is the Purpose of Life? For a Christian, it is faith that gives their life purpose. In his best-selling book The Purpose Driven(TM) Life: What on Earth Am I Here For?, Rick Warren says, "You...

The First Fifty Years: Shining on the Emerald Coast is the story of one small congregation in the Panhandle of Florida, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Emerald Coast (the UUFEC). In it is a short introduction to Unitarian Universalism and...

The life of opportunities our Father offers us on Earth is lived by some brothers as examples for everybody. We are going to tell the history of a brother who is passing through the terrestrial experience, Gilmar. Began his life on Earth over fifty years...

This elegant book of worship is a moving tribute to the spiritual community that is the First Unitarian Congregation of Toronto. Filled with prayers, hymns, and meditations, this volume offers a rich and thoughtful reflection on the nature of faith and...

In this book, Darrow explores the history and philosophy of atheism. He examines the arguments for and against the existence of God, and traces the development of atheism from ancient Greece to modern times. Darrow argues that atheism is a rational and...

In this insightful book, Joseph McCabe responds to Sir Oliver Lodge's argument for the existence of God as the cause of life. With clear and compelling reasoning, McCabe offers a compelling rebuttal to Lodge's claims and provides a thoughtful exploration...

This historical document provides a firsthand account of the 1834 Unitarian controversy between the Reverend John Scott Porter and the Reverend Daniel Bagot, held at the Meeting House of the First Presbyterian Congregation Belfast. The report includes...

In this controversial and provocative work, Richard Carlile challenges traditional Christian beliefs and offers a vision of a rational, ethical, and scientific world view. With scathing critiques of religious dogma, Carlile advocates for an enlightened...

This is a collection of speeches and addresses from a convention of freethinkers that took place in Watkins, New York in 1878. The convention was organized by the New York Freethinker's Association, which was a group of atheists and secularists who...

Considered one of the most important works of freethought in the English language, Reverend Robert Taylor's 'The Diegesis' challenged the orthodox views of Christianity and called into question many of the fundamental tenets of the faith. In this...

As a religion which imposes no creed or dogma on its followers, Unitarianism is not easy to define. This short book introduces readers to Unitarian values and principles by means of a simple question-and-answer format, based on questions that people have...

A friend of the late Christopher Hitchens offers insight about the promise of faith and the dangers of pride in this one-of-a-kind look into the last days of the world's most famous atheist--now in paper back.

"The three decades since the founding of MSUU (Ministerial Sisterhood Unitarian Universalist) have seen not only a remarkable increase in the percentage of women in professional ministry but an equally remarkable transformation of the nature of ministry...

World-renowned scientist Richard Dawkins writes in The God Delusion: 'If this book works as I intend, religious readers who open it will be atheists when they put it down'. The volume has received wide coverage, fuelled much passionate debate and...