The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy By: John Alexander Hammerton (1871-1949) |
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The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy by John Alexander Hammerton is a comprehensive collection of classic works that delve into the realms of spirituality, faith, and moral philosophy. With thought-provoking essays and excerpts from renowned philosophers, theologians, and religious leaders, this volume offers readers a deep understanding of the diverse beliefs and ideals that have shaped civilizations throughout history.
Hammerton's careful selection of texts provides readers with a wide range of perspectives, from the teachings of Buddha and Confucius to the writings of St. Augustine and Thomas Aquinas. Each work is presented in its original form, allowing readers to engage directly with the wisdom and insights of these great thinkers.
While some of the concepts and ideas may be challenging to grasp for readers unfamiliar with religious and philosophical discourse, Hammerton's concise introductions and annotations help to contextualize the texts and guide readers through their complex themes.
Overall, The World's Greatest Books — Volume 13 — Religion and Philosophy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the enduring questions of existence, morality, and the nature of the divine. It serves as a reminder of the profound impact that religion and philosophy have had on human society and culture, and offers readers an opportunity to engage with some of the most profound and timeless works ever written. JOINT EDITORS ARTHUR MEE J.A. HAMMERTON VOL. XIII RELIGION PHILOSOPHY Copyright, MCMX MCKINLAY, STOKE & MACKEKZU TABLE OF CONTENTS RELIGION APOCRYPHA AUGUSTINE, ST. City of God BAXTER, RICHARD Saints' Everlasting Rest BOOK OF THE DEAD BRAHMANISM, BOOKS OF BROWNE, SIR THOMAS Religio Medici CALVIN, JOHN Institution of the Christian Religion COLERIDGE, S.T. Aids to Reflection CONFUCIANISM FÉNELON Existence of God GALILEO GALILEI Authority of Scripture HEGEL, G.W.F. Philosophy of Religion HINDUISM, BOOKS OF KEMPIS, THOMAS À Imitation of Christ KORAN NEWMAN, CARDINAL Apologia pro Vitâ Sua PAINE, THOMAS Age of Reason PASCAL, BLAISE Letters to a Provincial PENN, WILLIAM Some Fruits of Solitude RENAN, ERNEST Life of Jesus SWEDENBORG, EMANUEL Heaven and Hell TALMUD ZOROASTRIANISM PHILOSOPHY ARISTOTLE Ethics AURELIUS, MARCUS Discourses with Himself BACON, FRANCIS Advancement of Learning BERKELEY, GEORGE Principles of Human Knowledge DESCARTES Discourse on Method EMERSON, RALPH WALDO Nature EPICTETUS Discourses and Encheiridion A COMPLETE INDEX OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST BOOKS WILL BE FOUND AT THE END OF VOLUME XX... Continue reading book >>
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