Chapman Cohen

Broschiertes Buch

Theism or Atheism The Great Alternative

Beschreibung

Theism or Atheism: The Great Alternative explores the philosophical debate between theism (belief in a divine being or higher power) and atheism (the rejection of the belief in a deity). The work presents the core arguments for both positions, offering a comprehensive analysis of the concepts of faith, reason, and the nature of existence. Cohen delves into the historical development of religious thought, contrasting it with the rise of scientific understanding and rational inquiry. He examines the moral and ethical implications of both belief systems, focusing on how theism and atheism shape an individual's worldview, values, and approach to life. The book encourages readers to critically assess the nature of belief, the evidence supporting it, and the consequences of adopting either position. Cohen approaches the subject with intellectual rigor, providing a balanced examination of the two perspectives and challenging readers to engage with the central questions of human existence. Ultimately, Theism or Atheism serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the fundamental questions surrounding faith, belief, and the role of religion in shaping human experience. The work continues to be a key text for those interested in understanding the philosophical underpinnings of religious and secular thought.

Autor

Chapman Cohen was an English freethinker, atheist, and secularist author and lecturer. Chapman Cohen (often known as CC) was the eldest son of Enoch Cohen, a confectioner, and his wife Deborah (née Barnett). He was born in Leicester, but the family relocated to London in 1889. He attended a nearby elementary school but was largely self-taught. He had read Spinoza, Locke, Hume, Berkeley, and Plato by the age of eighteen. He was a bibliophile who collected books throughout his life. Cohen described having "little religion at home and none at school" after being withdrawn from Religious Instruction lessons. He described his own attitude toward religion as "easy-going contempt". Cohen and his wife, Celia, had two children: a son, Raymond, who became a doctor, and a daughter, Daisy, who died at 29 years old from disease. A few weeks later, he came out against the same lecturer on their invitation. Shortly after, he was invited to speak by the local branch of the National Secular Society. After a year of speaking on freethought, he joined the NSS. In 1895, he was elected as vice-president of the NSS.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 132
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 177g
• ISBN-13: 9789369079797
• ISBN-10: 9369079793
• Artikelnr.: 73244317