Religious Belief

Religious Belief: Its Difficulties In Ancient And Modern Times Compared And Considered is a book written by John Quarry, first published in 1880. The book explores the challenges and obstacles faced by religious belief in both ancient and modern times, and compares the two eras to highlight the similarities and differences in their respective difficulties. Quarry examines various aspects of religious belief, including the existence of God, the problem of evil, the nature of faith, and the role of religion in society. He draws on a wide range of sources, from ancient Greek and Roman philosophy to contemporary debates in theology and philosophy, to provide a comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by religious belief throughout history. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of religious belief. In each chapter, Quarry presents a range of arguments and counterarguments, drawing on both religious and secular perspectives. He also provides his own analysis and commentary, offering insights into the complexities of religious belief and the difficulties of reconciling faith with reason. Overall, Religious Belief: Its Difficulties In Ancient And Modern Times Compared And Considered is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the challenges faced by religious belief throughout history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, philosophy, and society, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the ongoing debates surrounding faith and reason.Being The Donnellan Lecture In The University Of Dublin For The Year 1877-1878.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.