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Francis, Samuel W. (Samuel Ward), 1835-1886 |
| Title |
Watson Refuted
Being an Answer to the Apology for the Bible, in a Series of Letters to the Bishop Of Llandaff
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Watson Refuted" by Samuel W. Francis is a critical examination of religious texts and dogma written in the late 18th century. The work is presented in a series of letters directed to the Bishop of Llandaff, primarily focusing on the Bishop's defense of the Bible and the arguments made against Thomas Paine's "Age of Reason." The book delves into the errors and misrepresentations, which Francis argues have been perpetuated by religious authorities in the name of Christianity, urging readers to employ reason in their evaluation of religious beliefs. The opening of "Watson Refuted" sets the stage for a vigorous debate on the credibility of religious doctrines, focusing on the Bishop's previous assertions and the way those assertions are challenged. Francis expresses a commitment to reason and evidence, criticizing the historical and scientific inaccuracies held by religious leaders. He introduces arguments regarding the spurious nature of biblical texts and critiques the moral implications of biblical narratives, particularly those involving violence and divine command. By employing a rational viewpoint, Francis aims to promote critical thinking and skepticism towards unexamined religious beliefs, laying the groundwork for further exploration of themes related to faith, morality, and authority throughout his letters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| Subject |
Rationalism
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| Subject |
Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809. Age of reason
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| Subject |
Watson, Richard, 1737-1816. Apology for the Bible
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40978 |
| Release Date |
Oct 8, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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