God and the Bible: A Review of Objections to Literature and Dogma (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163338780)

God and the Bible: A Review of Objections to Literature and Dogma by Arnold, Matthew is a book that explores the relationship between God and the Bible, as well as the objections raised against them. The author, Matthew Arnold, was a prominent literary critic and cultural commentator of the 19th century, and in this book, he offers his perspective on the role of religion in society.Arnold begins by examining the objections raised against the Bible, including its alleged contradictions, historical inaccuracies, and moral shortcomings. He argues that while these objections may have some validity, they do not negate the value of the Bible as a spiritual and cultural text.Arnold then turns his attention to the concept of God, exploring the various ways in which the divine has been understood and represented throughout history. He acknowledges the complexity and mystery of the divine, but ultimately argues that belief in God is essential for a meaningful and fulfilling life.Throughout the book, Arnold draws on his extensive knowledge of literature and culture to support his arguments, citing works by Shakespeare, Milton, and other great writers. He also engages with the ideas of other prominent thinkers, including Friedrich Nietzsche and Karl Marx.Overall, God and the Bible: A Review of Objections to Literature and Dogma is a thought-provoking exploration of religion, literature, and culture. It offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on some of the most enduring questions of human existence.1883. Arnold, essayist, Victorian era poet and critic, was the son of Thomas Arnold, the legendary headmaster of Rugby School who was celebrated in the novel Tom Brown's Schooldays. Contents: The God of Miracles; The God of Metaphysics; The God of Experience; The Bible-Canon; The Fourth Gospel from Without; and The Fourth Gospel from Within. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

Author: Matthew Arnold
ISBN-10: 1163338788
ISBN-13: 9781163338780
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 388
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d