Theism

By John Stuart Mill and John Stuart; Taylor Richard (Editor) Mill

Book Overview

The book ""Theism"" by John Stuart Mill is an exploration of the concept of God and the arguments for and against the existence of a supreme being. Mill examines various philosophical and theological arguments for the existence of God, including the cosmological, teleological, and moral arguments. He also considers objections to these arguments, such as the problem of evil and the limits of human knowledge. Throughout the book, Mill emphasizes the importance of reason and evidence in the search for truth about God. He argues that belief in God should be based on a rational evaluation of the available evidence, rather than blind faith or superstition. In addition to his philosophical arguments, Mill also addresses practical issues related to theism, such as the role of religion in society and the relationship between faith and morality. He advocates for a tolerant and open-minded approach to religious differences, while also emphasizing the importance of critical thinking and rational inquiry. Overall, ""Theism"" is a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of one of the most fundamental and enduring questions of human existence.THIS 142 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Nature; The Utility Of Religion; And Theism, by John Stuart Mill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188671.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: 1162911719
• ISBN13: 9781162911717
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"