The Seeming Unreality of the Spiritual Life

The Seeming Unreality of the Spiritual Life is a book written by Henry Churchill King that explores the concept of spirituality and its place in modern society. The author argues that despite the increasing secularization of the world, spirituality remains a fundamental aspect of human existence that cannot be ignored.King delves into the various ways in which spirituality manifests itself, including through religion, philosophy, and personal experiences. He also discusses the challenges that people face in maintaining a spiritual life in the face of societal pressures and distractions.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of spirituality. King draws on a wide range of sources, including religious texts, literature, and personal anecdotes, to make his arguments and provide examples.Overall, The Seeming Unreality of the Spiritual Life is a thought-provoking and insightful book that encourages readers to consider the role of spirituality in their own lives and in society as a whole.1908. The Nathaniel William Taylor Lectures for 1907 given before the Divinity School of Yale University. King, American theologian and educator, was at Oberlin from 1884, where he taught in succession mathematics, philosophy, and theology. He was president of the college from 1902 to 1927. Prominent in the councils of the Congregational Church, he was moderator of its National Council and chairman of the Congregational Foundation for Education. This book of King’s aims to face, as straightforwardly as may be, the problem implied in its title. It seeks to speak directly, as frankly and simply as possible, and yet with some adequacy, to the fundamental religious need of men, to the need of all who cherish ideals of any kind. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.