Release date is 2024-11-16

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"Du doute à la foi" by François Tournebize is a theological treatise written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the intersection of science and religion, exploring the necessity of faith in the context of human existence and morality. Tournebize delves into the essential need for belief, particularly within a Catholic framework, providing a comprehensive discourse aimed at those struggling with doubt and skepticism. The opening of this treatise sets the stage for a profound discussion on the inherent human longing to believe. Tournebize introduces the concept that faith is not merely an option but a vital necessity for a fulfilling and virtuous life. He addresses the anguish of doubt faced by individuals, particularly those raised in environments rich with Catholic teachings, who feel they lack the gift of faith or lament its loss. Through his arguments, he suggests that without faith, true virtue and happiness are elusive, emphasizing the transformative power of belief amidst the inevitable struggles of existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Paris: Bloud et Barral, 1899