The Dresden Edition—Lectures Ingersoll, Robert Green 1833-1899 creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Vol. 02 (of 12)" by Robert Green Ingersoll is a collection of lectures written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses primarily on critiques of religious texts and beliefs, particularly examining the narratives found in the Bible, especially the Pentateuch. Ingersoll's work is characterized by a clear questioning of traditional religious authority and explores themes of reason, freedom of thought, and intellectual honesty. At the start of the volume, Ingersoll sets the tone by outlining his goals of promoting intellectual freedom and dismantling the blind adherence to authoritative dogma. He emphasizes the importance of allowing individuals to think for themselves, particularly in religious matters. Ingersoll criticizes the ignorance perpetuated by organized religion, claiming that it inhibits true understanding and progress. Specifically, he introduces the notion that the errors found in the Pentateuch expose a lack of divine inspiration, urging readers to confront and challenge these long-held beliefs with reason and critical thought. This introduction establishes a foundation for the critiques and analyses that will follow in the subsequent lectures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Some mistakes of Moses -- Some reasons why -- Orthodoxy -- Myth and miracle. Release date is 2012-02-09 Produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Free thought BL Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38802 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38802 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133904.0 38802