The Creed And Modern Thought (1881)

The Creed And Modern Thought is a book written by Benjamin Franklin and first published in 1881. The book explores the relationship between traditional religious beliefs and modern scientific thought. Franklin argues that the Christian creed, as it has been traditionally understood, is incompatible with the discoveries of modern science and the advances of modern thought. He contends that the creed is based on outdated and superstitious beliefs that have been disproven by scientific inquiry. Franklin examines the major tenets of the Christian faith, including the existence of God, the divinity of Jesus Christ, and the concept of original sin. He argues that these beliefs are based on flawed and unproven assumptions, and that they are no longer tenable in light of modern scientific discoveries. Throughout the book, Franklin draws on the works of prominent thinkers and scientists, including Charles Darwin, Herbert Spencer, and John Stuart Mill. He also examines the history of religious thought, tracing the evolution of Christian belief from its earliest origins to the present day. Despite his criticisms of traditional religious beliefs, Franklin does not reject spirituality altogether. Instead, he argues for a new kind of religious thought that is based on reason and empirical evidence. He suggests that this new approach to spirituality would be more compatible with modern scientific thought and would provide a more meaningful and fulfilling understanding of the world. Overall, The Creed And Modern Thought is a thought-provoking and challenging book that explores the intersection of religion and science. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious thought, the relationship between faith and reason, and the challenges facing modern spirituality.hard to read 336This 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.