Is Christianity Practicable? Lectures Delivered In Japan (1916)

''Is Christianity Practicable? Lectures Delivered in Japan'' is a book written by William Adams Brown and published in 1916. In this book, Brown explores the question of whether Christianity is a practical religion that can be applied to everyday life. The lectures were delivered during Brown’s visit to Japan, where he engaged with Japanese scholars and religious leaders to discuss the relevance of Christianity in the modern world.The book is divided into six chapters, each of which examines a different aspect of Christianity’s practicality. Brown discusses the role of religion in society, the relationship between Christianity and science, the nature of God, the meaning of Jesus’ teachings, and the importance of personal morality. Throughout the book, he argues that Christianity is not only a practical religion but also a necessary one, as it provides a framework for living a meaningful and fulfilling life.Brown draws on his extensive knowledge of Christian theology and philosophy to support his arguments, but he also incorporates insights from Eastern religions and philosophies. He engages with Japanese thinkers such as Inazo Nitobe and Kanzo Uchimura, demonstrating his commitment to cross-cultural dialogue and understanding.Overall, ''Is Christianity Practicable? Lectures Delivered in Japan'' is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the practicality of Christianity. It offers a unique perspective on the relationship between religion and society and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing Christianity in the modern world.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.