Dissertations On The Origin, Nature And Pursuits Of Intelligent Beings, And On Divine Providence, Religion And Religious Worship

By J Z Holwell

Book Overview

Dissertations On The Origin, Nature And Pursuits Of Intelligent Beings, And On Divine Providence, Religion And Religious Worship is a book written by John Z. Holwell. The book is a collection of essays that explores the origin and nature of intelligent beings, the role of divine providence in the universe, and the nature of religion and religious worship. The essays in the book are written in a philosophical and theological style, and they draw on a range of sources, including classical philosophy, biblical texts, and contemporary scientific theories. The book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of the topics covered. The first section of the book focuses on the origin and nature of intelligent beings, and includes discussions of the nature of consciousness, the relationship between mind and matter, and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. The second section of the book explores the role of divine providence in the universe, and includes discussions of the problem of evil, the nature of God's will, and the relationship between free will and determinism. The final section of the book focuses on religion and religious worship, and includes discussions of the nature of faith, the role of ritual and ceremony in religious practice, and the relationship between religion and morality. Throughout the book, Holwell draws on a range of philosophical and theological traditions, including Platonism, Aristotelianism, and Christianity, to explore these complex topics. Overall, Dissertations On The Origin, Nature And Pursuits Of Intelligent Beings, And On Divine Providence, Religion And Religious Worship is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of some of the most fundamental questions of human existence.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163763276
• ISBN13: 9781163763278
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"