The Restoration Of Belief

""The Restoration of Belief"" is a philosophical work by James Martineau that explores the nature of belief and its restoration in the modern world. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part examining the reasons why belief has been lost or weakened in modern times. Martineau argues that the rise of science and rationalism has led to a decline in religious belief, and that this decline is a result of a misunderstanding of the nature of belief itself.In the second part of the book, Martineau offers a critique of the modern understanding of belief, arguing that it is too narrow and limited. He suggests that belief is not just a matter of accepting certain propositions, but is also a matter of trust and commitment. Martineau also explores the role of intuition and feeling in belief, arguing that they are just as important as reason and evidence.The third part of the book focuses on the restoration of belief, and Martineau offers a number of suggestions for how this can be achieved. He argues that belief can be restored through a renewed appreciation of the natural world, through a deeper understanding of the human condition, and through a recognition of the limitations of reason and science.Overall, ""The Restoration of Belief"" is a thought-provoking work that challenges the modern understanding of belief and offers a compelling vision for its restoration. Martineau's insights are still relevant today, and the book is essential reading for anyone interested in the nature of belief and its role in modern society.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Studies of Christianity: A Series of Papers, by James Martineau. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766174255.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.