Publisher's Synopsis
Lectures On The Doctrine Of Atonement is a book written by John Scott Porter and published in 1860. The book is a collection of lectures that explore the Christian doctrine of atonement, which is the belief that Jesus Christ's death on the cross was a sacrifice that reconciled humanity with God. In this book, Porter delves into the theological and philosophical aspects of the doctrine of atonement. He examines the historical development of the doctrine and its various interpretations throughout the centuries. He also explores the implications of the doctrine for Christian ethics and the relationship between God and humanity.Porter's lectures are organized into four parts. The first part deals with the nature and extent of the atonement, while the second part examines the historical development of the doctrine. The third part explores the ethical implications of atonement, and the fourth part discusses the relationship between God and humanity.Throughout the book, Porter engages with the works of various theologians and philosophers, including Anselm, Aquinas, and Calvin. He also draws on biblical texts to support his arguments.Overall, Lectures On The Doctrine Of Atonement is a comprehensive exploration of one of the central doctrines of Christianity. It is a valuable resource for theologians, philosophers, and anyone interested in understanding the Christian faith.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.
