| Author |
Cohen, Chapman, 1868- |
| LoC No. |
89184106
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| Title |
A Grammar of Freethought
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Outgrowing the gods -- Life and mind -- What is Freethought? -- Rebellion and reform -- The struggle for the child -- The nature of religion -- The utility of religion -- Freethought and God -- Freethought and death -- This world and the next -- Evolution -- Darwinism and design -- Ancient and modern -- Morality without God -- Christianity and morality -- Religion and persecution -- What is to follow religion?
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"A Grammar of Freethought" by Chapman Cohen is a philosophical treatise written in the early 20th century. The work explores the principles of Freethought, which challenge traditional religious beliefs and advocate for a rational, skeptical approach to understanding the world. Cohen examines the evolution of religious thought and its decline in the face of scientific reasoning and social progress, aiming to articulate a worldview based on reason rather than authority. The opening of the book introduces the concept of Freethought by discussing the historical prevalence of religion as both a defining feature of human culture and a source of colossal mistakes in human understanding. Cohen highlights how advanced civilizations increasingly outgrow their reliance on deities by showcasing the diminishing influence of gods as societies become more rational. He argues that critical examination and skepticism are essential for personal and societal growth, suggesting that religion often hinders moral and social development. This introduction effectively sets the tone for the ensuing exploration of Freethought, highlighting an ongoing struggle against the irrationality and limitations imposed by traditional beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| Subject |
Free thought
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
36882 |
| Release Date |
Jul 28, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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