Le colonel Robert Green Ingersoll est un leader politique américain, vétéran de la guerre de Sécession et orateur célèbre durant l'âge d'or de la libre pensée aux États-Unis, renommé pour sa vaste culture et sa défense de l'agnosticisme.
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About The Holy Bible. A Critical Examination of Biblical transition and Morality
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- Nombre de pages42
- PrésentationBroché
- Poids0.084 kg
- Dimensions17,0 cm × 22,0 cm × 0,3 cm
- ISBN979-10-419-8964-5
- EAN9791041989645
- Date de parution25/03/2024
- ÉditeurCulturea
Résumé
In "About The Holy Bible : A Lecture, " Robert Green Ingersoll presents a critical analysis of the Bible, questioning its divine transformation and moral teachings. Ingersoll argues that the Bible, particularly the Old Testament, is filled with contradictions, historical inaccuracies, and moral shortcomings. He challenges the notion that the Bible is the ultimate source of law, justice, and civilization, pointing out that many of its teachings are outdated and incompatible with modern values.
Ingersoll scrutinizes the origins of the Bible, highlighting that the Pentateuch was not authored by Moses and that many of the books' authors remain unknown. He questions the morality of biblical laws, which endorse practices like slavery and polygamy, and criticizes the portrayal of God as vengeful and unjust. Ingersoll also examines the New Testament, questioning the authenticity and consistency of the gospels.
He highlights discrepancies in the accounts of Jesus' life and teachings, particularly regarding miracles and the philosophy of non-resistance to evil. Ingersoll concludes that the Bible, rather than being a divine guide, reflects the cultural and historical context of its human authors. He calls for a reevaluation of its role in shaping moral and ethical standards, advocating for a more rational and humane approach to understanding the world.
Ingersoll scrutinizes the origins of the Bible, highlighting that the Pentateuch was not authored by Moses and that many of the books' authors remain unknown. He questions the morality of biblical laws, which endorse practices like slavery and polygamy, and criticizes the portrayal of God as vengeful and unjust. Ingersoll also examines the New Testament, questioning the authenticity and consistency of the gospels.
He highlights discrepancies in the accounts of Jesus' life and teachings, particularly regarding miracles and the philosophy of non-resistance to evil. Ingersoll concludes that the Bible, rather than being a divine guide, reflects the cultural and historical context of its human authors. He calls for a reevaluation of its role in shaping moral and ethical standards, advocating for a more rational and humane approach to understanding the world.