Samuel Butler

God the Known and God the Unknown (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the enigmatic nature of divinity and the complexities of faith

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "God the Known and God the Unknown," Samuel Butler embarks on an exploration of the divine, juxtaposing traditional theological perspectives with his own innovative ideas. Employing a blend of philosophical inquiry and literary wit, Butler delves into the complexities of human understanding of God, illuminating the contrasts between the God of established religion and the more personal, ineffable deity. The text is marked by Butler's incisive clarity and skepticism, reflecting the broader intellectual currents of the late 19th century, as he navigates the tension between faith and reason amid an increasingly secularized society. Samuel Butler was a multifaceted thinker, acclaimed not only as a novelist but also as an insightful essayist and critic. His background in both literature and philosophy, combined with his own wrestles with conventional belief systems, provided fertile ground for his reflections on spirituality. Butler'Äôs keen observation of contemporary debates surrounding science and religion informs his writings, as he seeks to reconcile the known and unknown aspects of the divine in a manner that challenges prevailing notions. This thought-provoking work is highly recommended for readers interested in theology, philosophy, and literature. Butler's eloquence and critical perspective invite readers to engage in self-reflection about their own beliefs and perceptions of the divine, making it an essential read for those looking to navigate the delicate interplay between faith and reason.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 130
• Erscheinungstermin: 3. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664583123
• Artikelnr.: 58562079

Autorenporträt

English novelist and critic Samuel Butler is best known for his semi-autobiographical book The Way of All Flesh, which was first published in 1964 under the title Ernest Pontifex or The Way of All Flesh, and for his satirical utopian novel Erewhon (1872), which was published posthumously in 1903 after significant revisions. Both books are still in print after their original releases. In additional research, he looked at Italian art, evolution theory, and Christian orthodoxy. He also translated the Iliad and Odyssey into language that is still used today. Butler was born in the rectory in the Nottinghamshire village of Langar on December 4, 1835. Rev was his father. Thomas Butler is the son of Dr. Samuel Butler, who was the bishop of Lichfield after serving as the headmaster of Shrewsbury School. Dr. Butler came from a family of yeomen and was the son of a trader, but his academic prowess was noticed early on, and he was sent to Cambridge and Rugby, where he excelled. Thomas, his only son, wanted to join the Navy but gave in to pressure from his father and joined the Church of England instead, where he had a mediocre career compared to his father's.