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(LARGE PRINT EDITION) Being The Cunningham Lectures For 1880. Cairns (1818-1892) Was A Scottish Presbyterian Clergyman With A Very Extensive Knowledge Of Unbelief And The Short Title Doesn't Do Justice To The Scope And Breadth Of This Scholarly Little Tome, Which Is Well Footnoted But Unfortunately Lacks An Index. It Covers English Deism, The Encyclopedists In France, Rationalism In Germany And Strauss, Renan And J. S. Mill In The 19th Century And Reads As One Rather Sympathetic With Unbelief And Freethought. This Is Not A Religious Polemic And Was Certainly Noticed By Gordon Stein In His God Pro And Con Bibliography Of Atheism.…mehr

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(LARGE PRINT EDITION) Being The Cunningham Lectures For 1880. Cairns (1818-1892) Was A Scottish Presbyterian Clergyman With A Very Extensive Knowledge Of Unbelief And The Short Title Doesn't Do Justice To The Scope And Breadth Of This Scholarly Little Tome, Which Is Well Footnoted But Unfortunately Lacks An Index. It Covers English Deism, The Encyclopedists In France, Rationalism In Germany And Strauss, Renan And J. S. Mill In The 19th Century And Reads As One Rather Sympathetic With Unbelief And Freethought. This Is Not A Religious Polemic And Was Certainly Noticed By Gordon Stein In His God Pro And Con Bibliography Of Atheism.
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John Cairns (1818-1892) was a distinguished Scottish theologian, minister, and academic, widely recognized for his profound influence on 19th-century religious thought and the Scottish church. Born in Ayton, Berwickshire, Cairns was deeply committed to both education and ministry from an early age. He pursued his studies at the University of Edinburgh, where he developed a strong foundation in theology and philosophy, setting the stage for his future contributions to the religious and academic spheres. Cairns became a prominent figure in the United Presbyterian Church, known for his eloquent preaching, intellectual rigor, and compassionate pastoral care. His theological work was marked by a deep commitment to Christian principles, with a focus on moral and ethical issues, which he believed were central to both personal faith and social progress. In 1869, Cairns was appointed as Principal of the United Presbyterian College in Edinburgh, where he played a crucial role in shaping the education of future ministers and advancing theological scholarship. Throughout his life, Cairns was a vocal advocate for religious reform and social justice, using his influence to address pressing issues of his time. His legacy endures through his writings, sermons, and the lasting impact he had on Scottish religious education and thought.