Some Mistakes Of Moses (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425462437)

Some Mistakes of Moses is a book written by Robert G. Ingersoll, an American lawyer, lecturer, and freethinker, and was first published in 1879. The book is a critical analysis of the Old Testament, particularly the first five books, which are known as the Pentateuch or the Books of Moses. Ingersoll examines the inconsistencies, contradictions, and scientific inaccuracies found in the Bible, and argues that they are evidence of the fallibility of human authors rather than the divine inspiration of the text.The book is divided into twelve chapters, each of which focuses on a specific topic, such as the creation story, the flood, the Ten Commandments, and the character of God. In each chapter, Ingersoll presents his arguments and evidence against the traditional interpretations of the Bible, and offers his own perspective on the meaning and significance of the stories.Some Mistakes of Moses was a controversial book when it was first published, as it challenged the authority and authenticity of the Bible, which was considered by many to be the infallible word of God. However, it also had a significant impact on the development of religious and intellectual thought in America, and helped to pave the way for the rise of secularism and rationalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the book is regarded as a classic work of freethought and a landmark in the history of American literature and philosophy.THIS 266 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Works of Robert G. Ingersoll: Lectures V2, by Robert G. Ingersoll. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766172716.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: Robert G. Ingersoll
ISBN-10: 142546243X
ISBN-13: 9781425462437
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.56d