Publisher's Synopsis
Conflict of the Nineteenth Century: The Bible and Free Thought is a book written by Thomas Mitchell in 1893. The book explores the struggle between traditional Christian beliefs and the rise of free thought during the 19th century. Mitchell argues that this conflict was not just a battle between religious and secular worldviews, but a clash between two fundamentally different approaches to knowledge and truth.The book begins by examining the historical context of the 19th century, including the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, and the growth of scientific inquiry. Mitchell then delves into the theological debates of the time, including the rise of biblical criticism and the challenge it posed to traditional Christian beliefs. He also explores the impact of Darwin's theory of evolution on religious thought, as well as the rise of secular humanism and its rejection of supernatural beliefs.Throughout the book, Mitchell argues that the conflict between the Bible and free thought was not just a philosophical or intellectual debate, but a deeply personal and emotional struggle for many people. He also explores the ways in which this conflict played out in politics, education, and social reform movements of the time.Overall, Conflict of the Nineteenth Century is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of a pivotal period in the history of Western thought and culture. It offers a valuable perspective on the ongoing debate between religion and secularism, and the ways in which these worldviews continue to shape our understanding of truth and knowledge today.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.
