A Reply To Dr. Lyman Abbott

By Robert G. Ingersoll

Book Overview

""A Reply to Dr. Lyman Abbott"" is a book written by Robert G. Ingersoll in response to a sermon given by Dr. Abbott. In the sermon, Dr. Abbott criticized Ingersoll's views on religion and morality. In this book, Ingersoll defends his beliefs and responds to Dr. Abbott's arguments. He argues that morality does not require belief in a god, and that religion has caused more harm than good throughout history. Ingersoll also discusses the concept of free will and the role of reason in determining one's beliefs. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between religion, morality, and reason.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Discussions V6, by Robert G. Ingersoll. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172759.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425462731
• ISBN13: 9781425462734
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"