02045cam a22003133u 4500 11015 UtSlPG 20260610133249.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BL Picton, J. Allanson (James Allanson), 1832-1910 Pantheism, Its Story and Significance : Religions Ancient and Modern Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-02-01 Produced by Garrett Alley and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Pantheism, Its Story and Significance" by J. Allanson Picton is a philosophical exploration written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the concept of pantheism, tracing its historical roots and significance across various cultures and time periods. Picton aims to define pantheism, contrasting it with other belief systems, and discusses its potential to unify diverse religious beliefs through a broader spiritual understanding. The opening of the book introduces the concept of pantheism and its distinction from more sectarian religions. Picton illustrates pantheism as a universal belief that perceives the divine as intertwined with the universe itself. Through historical context, he examines pantheistic thought in pre-Christian civilizations, highlighting how these early ideas reflect a quest for understanding the divine as all-encompassing and interrelated. The author sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the evolution of pantheistic beliefs and their implications for contemporary spirituality. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Religion Pantheism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11015 52462 52462