Life After Death? Palinodia

By Francis William Newman

Book Overview

Life After Death? Palinodia is a thought-provoking book written by Francis William Newman, an English scholar, and theologian. The book explores the concept of life after death and challenges traditional Christian beliefs about the afterlife. Newman argues that the idea of eternal life is a human invention and not a divine revelation. He suggests that the belief in an afterlife is based on wishful thinking and a fear of death. The book presents a critical analysis of the Bible and questions the validity of the doctrine of the resurrection. The author also discusses the ethical implications of the belief in an afterlife. He argues that the focus on the afterlife can distract people from living a good life in the present. Newman suggests that the pursuit of happiness and morality should be the main focus of human existence, rather than the hope of an afterlife.Overall, Life After Death? Palinodia is a challenging and thought-provoking book that challenges traditional Christian beliefs about the afterlife. It will appeal to readers interested in philosophy, theology, and the nature of human existence.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: 1163775584
• ISBN13: 9781163775585
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"