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In the hands Of its principal expounders, the doctrine has ar rayed itself unblushingly against the highest and, most sacred truths known to-man thus was inaugurated that conflict between religion and science, so-called, which still rages. The so-called Evolutionists, putting their own interpretations upon the truths Of nature, affirmed that here was no alternative: that religious teachers must either give up t eir Religion Or reject the positive revelations Of Science. Called upon to weigh the Higher by the Lower, could there be a doubt as to the decision Of a truly high-souled man well grounded in the teachings Of religion and the axioms Of morality Evolution was unhesitatingly branded as false; they preferred the light Of the noon-day sun to the flickering Of a taper! SO long as the doctrine Of Evolution received the one-sided interpretation placed upon it by the antagonists Of revealed religion,' SO long did religious teachers preach a crusade against that which threatened the best interests Of Humanity. But these false interpreters Of scientific truth are rapidly giving place to a set Of men who, equally armed with the weapons Of science, see in the theory Of Evolution nothing which is in conflict with the truths of revealed religion.
The writer of this work, in the course Of his studies, became more and more convinced that the conclusions arrived at by Mr. Spencer and others were essentially false - that their system, in a word, was not one Of Evolution at all, but a theory Of Involution.
On reading Mr. Spencer's First Principles, I learned that he himself recognized this, and acknowledged it in so many words. (see First Principles, 2d edition, p.
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Excerpt from Evolution Versus Involution: A Popular Exposition of the Doctrine of True Evolution, a Refutation of the Theories of Herbert Spencer; And a Vindication of Theism
In the hands Of its principal expounders, the doctrine has ar rayed itself unblushingly against the highest and, most sacred truths known to-man thus was inaugurated that conflict between religion and science, so-called, which still rages. The so-called Evolutionists, putting their own interpretations upon the truths Of nature, affirmed that here was no alternative: that religious teachers must either give up t eir Religion Or reject the positive revelations Of Science. Called upon to weigh the Higher by the Lower, could there be a doubt as to the decision Of a truly high-souled man well grounded in the teachings Of religion and the axioms Of morality Evolution was unhesitatingly branded as false; they preferred the light Of the noon-day sun to the flickering Of a taper! SO long as the doctrine Of Evolution received the one-sided interpretation placed upon it by the antagonists Of revealed religion,' SO long did religious teachers preach a crusade against that which threatened the best interests Of Humanity. But these false interpreters Of scientific truth are rapidly giving place to a set Of men who, equally armed with the weapons Of science, see in the theory Of Evolution nothing which is in conflict with the truths of revealed religion.
The writer of this work, in the course Of his studies, became more and more convinced that the conclusions arrived at by Mr. Spencer and others were essentially false - that their system, in a word, was not one Of Evolution at all, but a theory Of Involution.
On reading Mr. Spencer's First Principles, I learned that he himself recognized this, and acknowledged it in so many words. (see First Principles, 2d edition, p.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Excerpt from Evolution Versus Involution: A Popular Exposition of the Doctrine of True Evolution, a Refutation of the Theories of Herbert Spencer; And a Vindication of Theism
A popular exposition of the doctrine of Evolution from the stand-point of Theism has been a long-felt want. Scientifically considered, Evolution is no longer a mere hypothesis, but has assumed its place among the recognized truths which the intellect of man has wrung from the arcana of nature. The rounded outlines of the doctrine of Evolution rise up before us in all their fullness and beauty, challenging alike our admiration and veneration. It may be likened to a majestic temple, whose broad foundations are laid upon the everlasting rocks of truth, and whose mighty dome embraces the Universe. Through man's patient toil and industry, nature has yielded up the treasures with which this wondrously beautiful edifice has been erected. One by one the stones have been placed, until the swelling proportions of column and dome warn us that the hour of dedication is at hand. Let all who will enter in and worship. Generations have perished in the great undertaking since the corner-stone was laid, but the upward course of the structure has not been stayed, and the work of every generation has enabled its successor to build higher and truer. Many of those who have been the foremost builders in erecting this grand structure have failed to realize the significance of their own handiwork. "They builded better than they knew."
The chief object of the following pages is to do somewhat toward stemming the torrent of Sceptical or Agnostic belief which is sweeping away old land-marks and essaying to undermine the very foundations upon which religion and morality are based. Whilst the ultimate triumph of these principles can never be doubted, yet it becomes the duty of every one whose convictions are deep and earnest so to act as if these principles were in jeopardy, and to do all in his power to turn back the destroying tide.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective on the concept of evolution. The author traces the history of evolutionary ideas, from the ancient Greeks to the present day, and explores the various theories that have been proposed to explain the development of life on Earth. The book highlights the work of key figures in the field of evolutionary biology, such as Lamarck, Darwin, and Spencer, and critically examines their contributions to the theory of evolution. It also delves into the philosophical implications of evolution, such as the question of whether or not there is a Creator and the nature of consciousness. Ultimately, this book provides a comprehensive and engaging overview of the theory of evolution and its impact on our understanding of the world around us. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of science, biology, or the philosophy of nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330089729_0
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