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100 1 _aChesterton, G. K.
_q(Gilbert Keith),
_d1874-1936
245 1 0 _aOrthodoxy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1994
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aCompanion to Heretics
500 _aThere is an improved edition of this title, eBook #16769
500 _aRelease date is 1994-05-01
508 _aThis etext was proofread by Martin Ward and compared against a separate copy scanned by Mike Perry
520 _a"Orthodoxy" by G. K. Chesterton is a philosophical exploration written in the late 19th century. In this work, Chesterton responds to critiques of his earlier writings, particularly "Heretics," by presenting his own affirmative philosophy centered on Christian orthodoxy. The text navigates through personal and intellectual reflections to illustrate how he arrived at his beliefs, engaging with themes of tradition, imagination, and the need for a balance between the familiar and the foreign. The beginning of "Orthodoxy" sets the stage for Chesterton's journey of self-discovery as he contemplates his philosophical position. He recounts the influence of prior critics and emphasizes the importance of providing an explanation for his faith. He uses a vivid metaphor of a man discovering England, implying that his philosophical journey mirrors a realization of pre-existing truths. Chesterton argues against the modern tendency to deny fundamental human experiences, such as the existence of sin, while asserting the need for a romantic view of the world that combines wonder with a sense of belonging. This opening section establishes a personal narrative intertwined with broader philosophical discussions, ultimately serving as an invitation to readers to reflect on their beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aApologetics
653 _aChesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
653 _aChristianity -- Essence, genius, nature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/130
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