The Restoration Of Belief

By James Martineau

Book Overview

The Restoration of Belief is a philosophical work written by James Martineau, a prominent 19th century Unitarian minister and theologian. The book explores the concept of belief, specifically in relation to religious faith and the role it plays in human life. Martineau argues that belief is a fundamental aspect of human existence, and that the restoration of belief is essential for individuals and society as a whole.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Martineau discusses the nature of belief and its relationship to knowledge and truth. He argues that belief is not irrational, but rather a necessary aspect of human cognition. In the second part, he explores the history of religious belief and the challenges it has faced over time. He examines the impact of science and secularism on religious belief, and argues that these challenges can be overcome through a restoration of faith.Finally, in the third part of the book, Martineau offers a vision for the restoration of belief. He suggests that this can be achieved through a renewed emphasis on the inner life and spirituality, and through a greater understanding of the relationship between faith and reason. The Restoration of Belief is a thought-provoking work that offers insights into the nature of belief and its role in human life, and remains relevant to contemporary discussions about religion and spirituality.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Studies of Christianity: A Series of Papers, by James Martineau. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766174255.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: 1425463665
• ISBN13: 9781425463663
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"